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Getting around can be fun even without a car or motorbike. One way to enjoy moving around if you do not desire to walk is to go on a scooter. This saves you money on fuel, helps the environment through a reduction in carbon emission as against driving a car, and you can also reach your destination in time as compared to walking. Scooters will enable you navigate around easily and you do not need a license.
Electric scooters may be called e-scooters or motorized scooter and they are powered by an electric motor. Riders mostly stand on a large deck while they are being transported but some recently developed scooters have seats. These motorized versions are some of the most used these days due to their low maintenance and ability to go on longer-range trips. It also helps that they are cheap. You can read about it here.
The distance that electric scooters travel before needing a recharge varies. While most generally stay within the range of 15-20 miles, long range ones can travel an average of 28 to 30 miles before needing a recharge and they can also travel speeds of up to 20 mph.
So, what are the best e-scooters available for long distances?
Some of the Best Electric Scooters for Long Distance Rides
There are many types of electric scooters available today. To know more about them, you can read this article here: https://www.streetdirectory.com/travel_guide/56615/motorcycles/types_of_scooters___know_the_importance_of_electric_scooters.html.
To however make the process of choosing easier for you, we will quickly make a few recommendations from which you can choose.
Wolf Warrior
If what you are looking for is a scooter with speed and power to keep up with traffic or get you where you are going early, then consider the Wolf Warrior. It stands out for its raw power, speed, and long range. It has a larger 35ah battery that stores enough power to last up to 80 miles on a single charge.
Wherever you intend to go, be it your daily commute or across the city or town, you can always rely on the Wolf Warrior. The amazing thing is that after you have gone to and from your destination, you may still have battery power to use on the next day.
Added to its range is the speed. It can travel up to speeds of 50 mph. Manufactured by LG, it needs just about 7-8 hours of charge and it will deliver on both mileage and speed. An added feature it offers is the ability to select the type of tires you desire. There are two options; off-road and street grade.
The Wolf Warrior can climb incline planes of up to 45 degrees and has an ABS system for safety which provides precision braking when needed. It also comes with a hydraulic suspension to absorb shocks and imperfections of the road.
Note that how long the battery will last will also be dependent on the riding speed. A conservative, average speed of 25 mph allows it reach a mileage of up to 70 to 80 miles while more intense and aggressive riding will not give that.
Boosted Rev
This is one of the best scooters available. It can go up to 22 miles on a 3 hour charge. It has a dual wheel drive that reaches a speed of 20 mph in only 4.1 seconds and can reach as much as 24 mph when the throttle is rolled to the maximum. The throttle gives you 3 riding modes depending on what you want.
While the 12 mph is ideal for beginners to scooting, the higher ones are for the more experienced who wants more speed.
Boosted Rev can easily power up a plane of 25 degrees. It comes with a very unique throttle which is a wheel that you simply roll your finger across either to the left which makes it faster or to the right which reduces the speed. It also comes with a simple LED display interface that lets you know what speed you are on, as well as the range and battery level left. With the display, you can control the lights.
With the Boosted Rev’s wide custom designed 9 inches tires, safety is taken care of. These tires give it traction to avoid slipping or skidding. This also makes it easily absorbs road shocks or imperfections. It has rear fender lights and ultra-bright headlamps for use at night and also comes with a braking system that is three-way – electric, mechanical disc brake and a rear fender brake, making it very safe to use.
Segway Ninebot ES4
Segway comes with an impressive range of up to 28 miles due to its internal and external lithium ion battery combination. These come with over-charge and over-current protection making it highly durable. The battery takes around 7 hours to reach full charge and it does not overheat nor short circuit.
The ES4 is able to climb incline planes of up to 15 degrees. It is one scooter that was manufactured with great detailing. It comes with a dark grey finish, built in LED display, as well as rear and side lights that are customizable to your taste.
You can flip a switch to maintain your speed in a cruise controlled ride and not use the accelerator after you have reached a desirable speed. It comes with two riding modes which are standard and sport, with the sport mode reaching up to 18.6 mph. The ES4 features a two way-brake system – electrical and mechanical. These make it easy to slow down and stop when necessary.
The ES4 weighs 30.9 lbs and can be folded quite easily.
GoTrax GXL 2
Although, it might be cheap, this is one of the best long range electric scooters available, the GXL 2 can hold it owns. It can travel up to 12 miles on just 3-4 hours of charge. It is foldable for easy storage and weighs just about 27 lbs. Although it has no suspension, its 8.5 inches tires are filled with air which soak up shocks from the road like a suspension would.
It also comes with a cruise control function which is quite easy to use. Holding down the accelerator for about 10 secs activates the cruise control. The GXL2 is a durable scooter with a fortified frame and reinforced deck and fender. It also comes with an LED display for monitoring your speed and battery levels and headlights for use at night.
Conclusion
There are a variety of e-scooters with unique features. The one you go for will depend on your budget and needs. Endeavor to buy one that is durable and with a strong electric motor. This will ensure you can go long distances with it.
