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How Fast Do Electric Scooters Go
Nowadays, electric scooters are everywhere, and you can hardly encounter one (or several) when passing by a nearby coffee shop, ATM or happy hour hotspot. And for a good reason, electric scooters—referred to as simply—are more than just fashion. They are portable, convenient, environmentally friendly and budget friendly. Electric scooters are a fun way to travel from one place to another. Unlike a car or a motorcycle, you do not need a driver’s license to operate. All you need is an electric scooter helmet and protective equipment to protect yourself, and you are ready to go. Accordingly, the article will tell you how fast do electric scooters go.
In addition, they provide a smooth ride, which can help reduce cycling time between work, home, gym, and social gatherings on traffic jams on city streets. In short, they are commuters’ dreams. As with any other vehicle, speed is important. In fact, many people want to know-how fast are electric scooters?
Electric scooter buying guide
Speed of electric scooters based on age classification
There are many reasons why people choose electric scooters over ordinary bicycles or skateboards. First of all, electric scooters can go anywhere faster and easier than ordinary bicycles. Secondly, compared to skateboards, they are safer and more comfortable on the joints. Third, when climbing a mountain, you will not be out of breath when using an electric scooter. But when you use skateboards or regular bicycles, you do. Finally, electric scooters are safer.
When buying an electric scooter, speed is an important consideration. Why? You want to get where you want to go faster. Here, we discussed the speed of adult standing electric scooters and the speed of children’s electric scooters.
How fast is the adult electric scooter?
The top speed of an adult electric scooter is approximately 20 mph (32 km/h). This is the allowable speed for adult battery-powered electric scooters on bicycle lanes. Recent technological improvements in the battery capacity of electric scooters indicate that they can reach speeds of 30 mph.
This is the maximum speed that an electric scooter without a chair can travel. If you need to drive more than 30 mph, you must buy an electric scooter similar to a gas-driven scooter. They have a seat and even a frame where you can rest your feet.
Speed of children’s electric scooters
How fast are children’s electric scooters?
The average speed of children’s electric scooters is 15 mph (24 km/h), and the maximum speed on a single charge is 18 mph (28 km/h).
When it comes to the speed of children’s electric scooters, the manufacturer limits it during the production process. Why? First of all, children are at risk of accidents. Second, in many states, it is illegal to make children’s electric scooters run faster.
Electric scooter at 15 mph
For adults, 15 mph is not fast because they can control an electric scooter at such a high speed. This is also true for older teenagers (16 to 19 years old). Teenagers like to travel fast, not only to get to the destination, but to enjoy the experience.
For kids, 15 mph is too fast, but some kids like speed. As a parent, it is crucial to ensure that any electric scooter you buy for your child is suitable for your child. This will prevent possible accidents.
Electric scooter speed based on battery and motor power
Since electric scooters are plug-in vehicles, their electricity is usually stored on rechargeable batteries. The rechargeable battery powers the motor, thereby accelerating the speed of the electric scooter. These two components will affect the speed of the electric scooter.
In fact, the recommended motor power parameters are as follows:
• 90 to 120 watts-best for children 6 to 9 years old. The average speed is 6 mph, and the top speed is 5 mph to 7.5 mph.
• Up to 250 watts-best for children 10 to 12 years old. The average speed is 10 mph and the top speed is 15 mph.
• 250 watts to 350 watts-most suitable for teenagers from 13 to 14 years old. The average speed is 15 mph and the top speed is 18 mph.
• 350 watts to 500 watts-best for teenagers between 15 and 16 years old and adults weighing less than 90 kg. The average speed is 18 mph and the top speed is 20 mph
• 500 watts and above-best for adults. The average speed is 20 to 25 mph, and the top speed is 28 to 30 mph.
In the past, electric scooters only had a 12-volt system. Today, you will encounter voltages of 12 volts, 24 volts, 36 volts and even 48 volts.
How fast does the 12-volt electric scooter travel?
How fast is the 24-volt electric scooter?
How fast is the 1600 watt electric scooter?
How fast can a 1000-watt scooter run?
How fast can a 500-watt electric scooter run?
What makes the electric scooter run fast?
The speed of an electric scooter depends on many factors: how much “juice” the battery pack provides, the wattage of the motor, the weight of the rider, tires, terrain, etc. The top speed of most electric scooters is usually around 20 mph. That is the maximum speed allowed to use the bicycle lane. With recent improvements in battery functions, you will find that more and more models can reach speeds of 30 miles per hour.
There are several factors that affect the speed of electric scooters. They include:
• Rider’s weight
• Tire pressure
• battery capacity
• Terrain type
Rider’s weight
If the rider is heavy, the motor and battery will have to work harder to push the electric scooter to the highest speed. In fact, it takes longer for electric scooters to reach top speed when the rider is heavier. When buying an electric scooter, please check the manufacturer’s recommended weight limit.
Tire pressure
If your electric scooter has pneumatic tires, it is important to check the tire pressure. If the tires are too soft, it will affect your mileage and speed. In addition, the tires will not absorb the impact on rough terrain.
Battery capacity
Large-capacity batteries can store more power. Therefore, they provide an extended range of functions.
Terrain type
The type of terrain also affects the maximum speed and acceleration of the electric scooter. Climbing up a steep hill will slow down the electric scooter. If hills are part of your daily commute, make sure you choose an electric scooter with a larger motor and higher battery capacity.
Just like a heavy rider, the motor of an electric scooter can become too busy when going uphill, causing it to slow down and drain the battery more quickly.
Slope or slope is just one factor. You should also consider the smoothness of the terrain. If you are riding on a smoother road, the acceleration speed of an electric scooter will be faster than riding on a rough road. Road defects such as potholes, speed bumps and cracks are also road factors that affect the maximum speed of electric scooters.
Fortunately, some electric scooters can handle any terrain. These scooters are usually equipped with a reinforced frame with shock absorption function and equipped with pneumatic tires to achieve a more stable ride.
What else to consider when buying a fast electric scooter
There are other functions of electric scooters that are important to commuters. Consider the following criteria to find the electric scooter that best suits your needs:
Where will you ride your electric scooter?
Although Shuangye’s S1 is not an off-road scooter, it is designed for riding on sidewalks, hard soil, and short, dense grass.
Portability: Is it foldable?
Model One is a one-button foldable electric scooter that can be folded to 37.80 inches (length), 16.54 inches (width) and 14.96 inches (height).
Can I make my electric scooter run faster?
Many people crave speed. In order to make your electric scooter move or drive faster, you can make some modifications. But remember, this will invalidate your warranty. Here are the changes you need to make.
• Connect the negative terminal of the battery to the negative terminal of the motor.
• Buy a large electric motor and switch with the original electric motor of your electric scooter.
• Change the sprocket of the electric scooter.
• Buy a powerful battery-36 V or 48 V and reprogram the controller.
• Change to better wheels.
Final thoughts
Electric scooters are designed for urban environments, not for highways or long-distance trips, because you really need faster speeds. The top speed of 20mph may seem slow, but if you use a scooter to buzz around town, go to a store or commute easily, you may not need to go faster than this. In addition, electric scooters provide many other benefits to make up for the lack of speed: low driving costs, almost no maintenance costs, no noise and pollution, no license requirements, and fun and enjoyable riding.
Reaching top speed while riding an electric scooter is exciting. But you need to be extra careful. To avoid possible accidents, please train yourself. We recommend choosing streets or lanes with no pedestrians and heavy traffic. Once you gain confidence, you can go to the streets.
Remember to maintain a recommended speed limit of 20 mph or less on bike lanes and city streets. Don’t forget to protect yourself with helmets and other protective equipment. This will prevent fractures from occurring in the event of an accident.
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