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Navee ST3 Pro – Rear wheel noticeably draggy when off, normal or not?

I got my Navee ST3 Pro brand new and have been riding it for about two weeks already. No complaints at all, but today I noticed that when the scooter is turned off and I lift it up, the rear (motor) wheel doesn’t spin as freely as the front wheel. The front wheel spins very smoothly, but the rear has a clear drag and feels significantly heavier, even though:
• The rear disc brake has a clear gap from the pad (no rubbing).
• No brake‑lock or security feature is enabled.
I know the rear hub motor will always have some resistance, but it feels quite sticky. Has anyone else noticed this on the ST3 Pro?
• Does your rear wheel spin smoothly when lifted, or is there strong drag like mine?
• If you also have drag, does it feel even all the way around, or does it catch/jump at certain points?
I’m trying to figure out if this is just how the motor is designed, or if there’s a brake, bearing, or internal issue that needs attention. Any experiences or measurements appreciated!

u/Relative-Meet-3729 — 3 days ago