Without a doubt, e-scooters have become one of the most popular means of transportation in urban areas. This is all due to their cool designs, speed and efficiency. Since they became so widespread, our country issued special e-scooter laws that vary from state to state. Going through these claims can help you make some basic assesments regarding what type of electric scooter for adults to choose. However, there are several other things you need to take into account…
Ride Quality
Because of their rise in popularity, nowadays, you can find lots of electric scooters for sale on the market. Unfortunately, not all of them can give you a quality ride. Some of them are so badly made that they can’t be ridden for more than 1.5km, even if the road is straight and perfectly flat. According to professionals, three things can affect a scooter’s quality.
- The Wheel Size – The general rule says to avoid wheels with less than 20cm diameter. That is because smaller wheels can get easily stuck in potholes.
- Solid vs. Air-filled Tyres – When looking for a e scooter that can provide a quality ride, it’s best to look for one that has air-filled tyres. An important thing to remember is to always use a puncture protection fluid when pumping the tyres as it’s not that easy to mend punctures. While pneumatic tyres are a better option, solid tyres are mainly chosen by those who are regularly ride where there’s lots of thorns or glass.
- Suspension – An electric scooter with larger and air-filled tyres without suspension can give you a smoother ride than any other scooter with suspension. However, if you are planning to spend more time riding off-road, it’s best to opt for fat treaded tyres.
Speed
Speed depends on the motor power, your weight, the surface you ride on, and how hard you pump up the tyres. One thing is certain, your weight and the type of road can certainly affect the scooter’s speed. The heavier you are, the slower you will go.
Brakes
- Electric Brakes – These brakes are considered low maintenance, however, they are not that effective at stopping quickly.
- Disc Brakes & Drum Brakes – These brakes are the best without a doubt, but they will surely wear over time. And just like the brakes on cars, these will also need to be serviced and replaced.
- Foot Brakes – These brakes require you to stand on the rear mud guard so your scooter could stop. In other words, these brakes are the same as the ones on kid’s scooters, so it can take some time for you to get used to them.
Build Quality
It goes without saying that most e-scooters are produced in China. They might be designed in Australia or any other country, but they are usually manufactured in China. And while there are Chinese manufacturers that produce quality products, there are also some that produce absolute garbage. That is why you need to look for e-scooters that come from reputable companies.
Size
The size of the e scooter is crucial for having a good ride. So, make sure to check out the scooter’s bar height, width, deck size and fold down size. Also, opt for a foldable model as this renders storing much easier.
Maximum Load
Since there are different scooters available on the market, not all of them are built to carry the same load. For instance, some scooters are designed to have a maximum load of 100kg and nothing more. Riding a scooter that can hold up lower weight than yours will not only invalidate the warranty but can also be dangerous.
Warranty
By getting an e-scooter from a trusted and reliable company, you can have peace of mind that if anything happens to it, you can send it to the licensed service centre. Because of this, it’s better to purchase an Australian spec scooter that is covered by an AU warranty.
Lights
Choosing an e-scooter with a built-in light is paramount for riding during nighttime. You can opt for either a scooter with a built-in light or one with a reflector.
