Below are the top features you should look for in an Electric Scooter.
Safety First – UL 2272 Fire Safety Certification
Safety should be your priority. Several years ago, hoverboards were known to catch on fire, but since then the industry has made them and scooters safe. Always look for UL 2272 Certification on any electric scooter that you buy (all of our top picks have this rating). This means it has passed all safety tests and is safe for any rider to use.
Tires Are Important
When buying an buying an electric scooter make sure that you choose the right tire size. Scooter wheels come in a variety of sizes. There are small, others large, and some are air filled. Tire size affects not only the stability of the ride but also what kind of terrain you can ride on. If you looking for an electric scooter for commuting or just riding on the sidewalk, smaller tires are fine, but for off-road you want larger tires with more tread. Also, keep in mind that air-filled tires generally offer a smoother ride, but you will need to pump them up now and then.
Battery Life and Charging Times
We all want longer battery life, but there’s more to consider. You want to balance long battery life with speed, performance and charge time. What you want is a long battery life that also delivers the speed that you want as well as charging times that you can live with.
Charging times vary from scooter to scooter and you will have to choose one that suits your needs. Don’t buy a scooter that will make you wait 4 hours to charge your battery if it is only going to give you 1 hour of riding time and a very small 2-mile range, for instance.
Choose The Proper Range For Your Situation
The range that your vehicle delivers on a single charge is very important. You want the best range you can get from your battery, just as you would want the best gas mileage from your car. A great range with short charging times is the best.
Durable and Lightweight Construction
Like any other vehicle, one of your top concerns for a scooter should be durability. You want a tough and rugged frame that will last. But you also want it as light as possible for when you have to carry it. A durable build means that it will have a longer lifetime on the road, while a lighter model means more speed and better battery capacity. It also makes for a smoother ride. Also, pay attention to the weight limit so that the riders weight does not exceed it.
A Powerful Motor
The more powerful the motors, the more powerful your scooter is. Naturally, a 1000 watt motor is better than a 500-watt motor. It means more speed and better performance overall. The bigger the better. Speed for scooters comes from the motor. Who need an electric bike these days when you have powerful scooters?
Portability
Even though you are riding your vehicle almost all of the time, there are times that you need to pick it up and move it. Maybe you are putting it in your trunk or carrying it on a bus. So you definitely want one that has a folding feature, because this makes it much easier to carry around.
