EUC transport mode - how to turn it off and on
Your new EUC arrived, turns on, beeps, lights up, connects to the app - but it does not balance. Very possible it is not broken. It may simply be in transport mode.
Transport mode is there to stop the wheel from accidentally powering up inside a box, car, service van, or shipment to a new owner. The problem: every brand does it differently. Begode uses a button combo. KingSong often uses an app lock. LeaperKim calls it sleep mode. InMotion enables it through the app, but often lets you exit with a charger.
If you searched Google for “how to disable EUC transport mode”, start with the table below.
Quick Table
| Brand | How to disable after delivery | How to enable before shipping | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Begode | Anti-spin + power 5x, then restart | Same sequence | High |
| Extreme Bull | Commander-family works like Begode | Same sequence | High for Commander |
| InMotion | App or charger | InMotion app | High for V-series |
| KingSong | King Song app, EUC World, or DarknessBot | Lock in the app | High for older and mid-range models |
| LeaperKim | Charger or long power press on newer menus | Sleep mode in the menu | High for Sherman/Patton-family |
| Nosfet | TRM in the wheel menu | TRM in the wheel menu | Medium - the manual confirms the feature, but the clicks are less clearly documented |
Do not stand on the wheel before you confirm that balancing works normally. After exiting transport mode, keep the EUC upright, tire on the ground, fingers away from the tire, and do not lift it while the motor can spin up.
What It Actually Disables
On most brands, transport mode blocks normal motor engagement for riding. The wheel may still:
- Turn on the display
- Beep
- Connect to the app
- Show battery state
- React to the charger
It is not always a deep battery sleep state. It is also not one shared EUC standard. “Transport mode”, “shipping mode”, “sleep mode”, and “lock” can mean different things depending on the brand.
Begode
Begode has the best-known button combo. It applies to many wheels with the power + anti-spin layout, including T4, Extreme, and Master-family wheels, although the anti-spin button location can vary by model.
How to disable transport mode on Begode
- Put the wheel upright on the ground
- Turn the EUC on with the power button
- Hold the anti-spin / engine-stop button
- While holding anti-spin, press power 5 times in a row
- Turn the wheel off
- Turn the wheel back on
- Check whether it balances
Alien Rides describes the timing as roughly 5 clicks in 2 seconds. If the wheel still does not balance, repeat the sequence calmly. Too slow or too fast can simply fail to register.
How to enable transport mode on Begode before shipping
The same sequence works as a toggle:
- Turn the wheel on
- Hold anti-spin
- Press power 5 times
- Turn the wheel off and on as a test
- Confirm that it does not enter normal balancing mode
Do not confuse this with the regular anti-spin button for lifting the wheel. Anti-spin temporarily cuts motor drive while lifting. Transport mode persists after a restart.
Extreme Bull
Extreme Bull is technically and app-wise close to Begode. For Commander-family wheels, manuals show the same style of procedure as Begode: engine-stop / anti-spin + 5 power clicks + restart.
How to disable transport mode on Extreme Bull Commander-family
- Turn the wheel on
- Hold the engine-stop / anti-spin button
- Press power 5 times
- Turn the wheel off
- Turn it back on and check balancing
How to enable transport mode on Extreme Bull Commander-family
Repeat the same sequence and restart. It behaves like a toggle.
Note: Extreme Bull K6 / K6 Max is not a classic EUC and has a different Alien Rides procedure using the Begode app and a vehicle button. Do not copy the K6 procedure directly to Commander, Griffin, or Rocket.
InMotion
InMotion documents transport mode for many V-series models. The important pattern: you enter transport mode through the app, but you can usually exit through the app or by connecting a charger.
How to disable transport mode on InMotion
Try the simplest path first:
- Plug the charger into the wall
- Plug the charger into the EUC
- Wait a moment
- Unplug the charger
- Turn the wheel on and check balancing
If that does not work:
- Open the InMotion app
- Connect to the wheel
- Go into vehicle settings
- Check whether transport mode / shipping mode is enabled
- Disable it in the app
- Restart the wheel
If the wheel still does not balance, check diagnostics in the app. InMotion itself points out that a similar symptom can also come from pedal angle settings, firmware, or a vehicle fault.
How to enable transport mode on InMotion before shipping
- Charge the wheel to a sensible level for transport
- Open the InMotion app
- Connect to the wheel
- Enable transport mode / shipping mode in settings
- Turn the wheel off
- Turn it on as a test and confirm that it does not enter normal balancing mode
Do not confuse this with the lock function. InMotion has a separate owner lock that can add resistance when pushed and play audio warnings. Transport mode has a different job: safe delivery and movement.
KingSong
KingSong is tricky because “transport mode” often behaves like app lock used for shipping. The wheel turns on, but the motor does not engage balancing and the wheel may beep when moved.
How to disable transport mode on KingSong
- Turn the EUC on
- Open the King Song app
- Connect to the wheel
- If the app shows an unlock prompt, accept it
- If there is no prompt, find the lock icon under the speedometer and toggle lock
- Restart the wheel
- Check balancing
If the official app does not work, EUCO points to workarounds:
- EUC World on Android
- DarknessBot on iOS
In third-party apps, look for lock / unlock / transportation mode. Names depend on app and firmware version.
How to enable transport mode on KingSong before shipping
- Turn the wheel on
- Connect through the King Song app
- Press Lock under the speedometer
- Turn the wheel off and on as a test
- Confirm that the motor does not engage balancing and the wheel beeps when you try to move it
EUCO notes that it can take several attempts. Do not assume one tap in the app was enough. The restart test is mandatory.
LeaperKim
LeaperKim uses sleep mode / transport mode language. That makes sense: it is a state where the wheel should not accidentally enter normal operation inside a box or during transport.
How to disable transport mode on LeaperKim
The simplest method:
- Plug the charger into the wall
- Plug the charger into the wheel
- Turn the wheel on
- Check whether balancing returns
Newer instructions and menu descriptions also show a power-button path:
- Hold power for about 10 seconds
- Watch the countdown on the screen
- Release after the signal / end of the countdown
- Check whether the wheel returns to the normal screen and balancing
If you have a Sherman-S, Patton, Patton-S, Lynx, Sherman-L, or Oryx, check the manual for your exact model. The family is similar, but menu details can change between generations.
How to enable transport mode on LeaperKim before shipping
- Hold OK for about 4 seconds to enter the menu
- Use the toggle to reach Sleep mode
- Press OK until the screen shows value 9
- Wait for the long beep
- Turn the wheel off with the power button
- Turn it on as a test and confirm that it does not start normally
When sending a LeaperKim to service, include a note that the wheel is in sleep / transport mode. Service does not have to guess, and you avoid emails saying “the wheel will not start”.
Nosfet
Nosfet manuals include TRM: Transport Mode. The AERO manual describes it as a mode for transporting the unicycle during shipment that prevents wheel activation. APEX also shows TRM in settings.
How to disable transport mode on Nosfet
Be more careful here than with Begode or KingSong. The manual confirms TRM, but it does not give the same clean click-by-click exit procedure as InMotion or LeaperKim.
Safe workflow:
- Turn the wheel on
- Enter the settings menu according to your model manual
- Find TRM
- Change the TRM value according to the menu logic
- Save the setting
- Restart the wheel
- Check balancing on the ground
If the wheel does not exit TRM or the menu does not behave like the manual, do not force it. Contact the seller or Nosfet service. A new wheel is not the place for experiments.
How to enable transport mode on Nosfet before shipping
- Enter the settings menu
- Find TRM
- Switch TRM to the transport state
- Save
- Restart the wheel
- Confirm that the wheel does not activate normal balancing
If you ship an APEX or AERO to a buyer, message them: “The wheel is in TRM / transport mode. Unlock it in the menu before the first ride.” It sounds basic, but it prevents unpacking panic.
Before Shipping An EUC
Transport mode is only one part of preparation. If you are selling a wheel or sending it to service:
- Set a sensible battery level - usually around 40-60% is practical for transport and short waiting time
- Do not ship a wet wheel
- Check that the charge port is dry
- Protect the power button from accidental presses
- Secure the wheel mechanically inside the box so it cannot slam around
- Add a note with the model, mileage, app password if needed, and transport mode status
- Tell the buyer or service how to disable transport mode
Transport mode does not replace good packaging. If a 45 kg (99 lbs) wheel is bouncing around inside a box, the electronics will not be grateful just because the motor is locked.
Do Not Confuse It With
Anti-spin / lift switch. This is a button or sensor for lifting the wheel. It works temporarily. Transport mode persists after a restart.
App lock. On KingSong it can act as a shipping lock. On InMotion, lock is a separate function. On other brands, lock does not necessarily mean transport mode.
Activation missing. Some wheels require activation or a speed-limit unlock in the app. That is a different problem from transport mode.
Firmware fault. If the wheel entered a weird state after an update, do not automatically assume it is normal transport mode.
Controller or BMS fault. If the EUC shuts down, throws battery errors, cannot see a pack, or behaves strangely after transport mode is disabled, stop and diagnose. Do not “just ride it a little”.
Transport Mode Is Not Magic
Transport mode is not:
- Theft protection
- Long-term battery storage mode
- A safety guarantee for a wet wheel
- A way to take an EUC on a plane
- A fix for firmware problems
It is simply a lock against accidental motor engagement during transport. Very useful. But only if you know how to disable it.
Sources And Confidence Level
The procedures in this article are based on manufacturer and distributor manuals plus public service instructions available on May 19, 2026:
- Begode: Alien Rides Begode/Extreme Manual and the Begode T4 manual describing the anti-spin + power 5x combo
- Extreme Bull: Extreme Bull Commander manual with the Begode-style procedure
- InMotion: official InMotion EU FAQ about transport mode on V-series wheels
- KingSong: EUCO knowledge base - how to enable transport mode and how to unlock a KS EUC
- LeaperKim: Alien Rides LeaperKim Manual and the Sherman-S manual describing sleep mode
- Nosfet: AERO manual and APEX manual with the TRM: Transport Mode item
Where the manufacturer does not document the exact sequence for every newest model, the text says that directly. If you have a fresh model with new firmware, the manual for your exact unit and your distributor’s instruction beat universal internet advice.
555 Take
Transport mode is one of those features nobody thinks about until a new wheel is standing in the living room and refusing to balance. Learn two things: how to disable it after delivery and how to enable it before shipping. It is a small procedure that saves a lot of stress, a few pointless seller emails, and potentially a very unpleasant motor spin-up inside a box.