Last mile, electric scooter prices

[bwilson4web]

We are seeing significant price reductions in adult capable, electric scooters:

This one used to be closer to $600. Between Amazon points and a $30 discount code, I ordered one for $156:

• Battery: 18650 Li-ion Battery Pack
• Max. Mileage: 30 KM (18 mi. Depends on Road and Driver Weight)
• Max. Speed: 25km/h (15 mph)
• Max. Load: 120KG (264 lbs)
• Light: Front Lamp, Tail Light
• Permissible Gradient(Depends on Your Weight): 15 degree
• Battery Capacity: 6AH
• Battery Voltage: 36V
• Motor Type: Brush-less DC Motor
• Motor Rated Power: 350W (0.47 hp)
• Max. Motor Rotate Speed: 700R/Min
• Motor Rated Voltage: 36V
• Max. Torque: 13.3N.M
• Charging Time: 4H
• Waterproof: IP54
• Climbing Gradient: 15 Degree
• Wheel Size: 8 inch Solid Rear Anti-Skid Tire
• Braking Distance: 4M
• Weight & Dimensions
• Product Weight: 11kg (24 lbs)
• Package Weight: 15kg
• Product Dimensions: 1050 x 450 x 930/1070/1160mm(Unfold)
• Folding Size: 960 x 210 x 330mm
• Package Dimensions: 1030 x 210 x 405mm
• Package Contents
• 1 x Folding Eletric Scooter
• 1 x Charger
• 1 x Adapter
• 1 x User Manual

The operational scenario: drive to work and unload what is needed. Then drive a couple of miles away to free charger(s) and use the scooter to return. I already have the helmet, safety goggles, knee pads, and will add a yellow, rain suit.

Bob Wilson

ps. For the athletically inclined, there are kick scooters for ~$100.

 

[SouthernDude]

Those are hilarious. lol. But I’m not sure how safe those things are. They’re less stable than bikes.

 

[R P]

I see guys flying around on electric skate boards, too, weaving in and out of traffic. Now they don't look safe at all...

I have 4 electric bikes, all conversions (from Luna Cycle), and they work great. Started doing that 5 years ago. I stuck to exactly the same battery packs, and are interchangeable with each e-bike. The batteries are the most expensive component, $500+, so I only have 3 of them. Can't really use more than 2 at a time (wife and I) anyways, so didn't need 4. The are all quite powerful, 1000 kW to 3000 kW. The latter one is a mtn bike and have to be really careful with not giving too much throttle at the wrong time, or it will flip right over.