The Ultimate Electric Scooters Buying Guide
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 มิ.ย. 2024
- We look at some of the top electric scooter brands, what key features they have to offer and give a detailed guide on what to look for when buying an electric scooter!
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00:00 - Intro
01:42 - Tyres
11:47 - Brakes
18:58 - Suspension
22:51 - Motors
32:41 - Throttle
37:05 - Controllers
54:25 - Chargers
58:55 - Stems and folding mechanisms
1:04:25 - Deck size
1:08:20 - Lighting and indicators
1:12:36 - Safety gear - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
It's SO much better when vendors do review & explainer videos, than when they are done by influencers! Vendors always know the right questions to ask & have the experience needed to give the right answers.
Thanks so much! 🙌🙌
Influencers should correctly be called "manipulators".
NOW THAT'S.... A GUIDE!!!!
Thanks Mark 😀
No, that's a BOOK! Really great, so much detail!
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@@RIDEGLIDEname brand batteries doesn’t mean quality. Look at the issues LG have had over the years.LG in hot climates = garbage
NM torque. Can it climb a hill.
Hands down BEST buyers guide I've yet to see, awesome job R n' G! I've only just started my scooter journey with an Apollo City Pro and love it for my urban rides throughout Brisbane, Australia (Best capital city down under for urban bike paths & VERY relaxed laws, seriously we are so very lucky!)
Hi David, Thanks so much for the feedback, great to hear you enjoyed the video! Really cool scooter and you guys really are lucky to be able to ride in public areas😀😀
I'll give you credit for making a buyer's guide so good that someone like me who already owns an awesome scooter still watched to the end. 😎 Could you do a video about upgrading scooters, battery, display, throttle type, power management system, or for instance fitting fully pneumatic brakes on a scooter with dual wire to caliper brakes? If the difference is worth the time and effort etc.
Cheers!
Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. Appreciate the feedback and we will definitely look into some of those video ideas 🙌🙌
Most complete scooter guide I've seen guys. Well done!
If I'm ever in the area again, I'll pop in.
I used to visit Destination Triumph dealership a few times( 4 miles from your shop) with my street triple.
Greetings from Antwerp, Belgium.
Biiig thumbs up!
Thank you so much, we really try to be informative! Yes triumph was just up the road from us!! 😀😀
First of all, you guys have totally defeated NYC traffic issues. You’re getting a work out while having fun while traveling.. and you’re straight out from the future. you have taken a Group ride and turn it into a music video. And to say a promotion for Eskating is an understatement . And then the way you are experiencing the city is just phenomenal. You guys are on another level .more of this please
So glad I found this. In the US, and want to buy scooters for the whole family for fun times. Incredibly informative.
Thanks so much for the feedback, glad you found it helpful and hope you find what you are looking for 😀👍
There are so many options to choose from and since my budget is higher I have just been asking people about their scooters and if buying a more expensive more durable scooter is better than slowly upgrading over time. This video was great to watch.
Thanks for watching and glad you found it useful, if you need any more advice please just ask 👍
I have seen tens of videos about e scooters yet this is the only real guide. Thank you very much. Ps thanks to you I got a g3 kukirin.
Thanks so much for watching. We love hearing that people have found it useful 👍
I could not stop staring at your manspreading the entire video 😊
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Who thought he's gonna watch
just a tad and got stuck to see it all?
Seldom does a vendor know so much of what he sells these days.
It was a joy, seems as if you guys make a perfect package
Thank you for watching and so glad you found it useful! The scooter market can be tricky to wade through so hopefully we made it a little easier for you 👍👍
Man, I loved watching this. Have to say I watched so much, I fell asleep an hour in and woke up and rewind it 🤣 thanks. Great video 👍
🤣🤣🤣 Thanks and glad you liked it, always welcome your feedback 🙌🙌
Poetry on every deck is only a small part of this totally top instructive, informative formidable and comprehensive coverage on electric scooters.
I am 64, have not ridden a scooter since I was 10 and I need a scooter NOW.
Living in the subtropical forest of Australia,
step 1
here will be to watch another 20 youtube videos
Though they will all pale in the wisdom wake of yours.
step 2
Find a shop with a gorgeous range of scooters
Step 3
Consult with the expert and consider advice
Step 4
Onto the 1st try out scooter and see if I can stand and move and so on.
Australia might take a few decades to follow legal advancements in terms of road use.
I'm excited..
What a brilliant help your video is.
Especially if I can find a shop and my balance.
Thank-you
Thank you so much for watching and your great feedback!! This is exactly why we made the video!! Australia has loads of great escooter shops and there are laws already for their use. If you need anything please just ask 👍👍
Wow! What an eye opener! A brilliantly detailed guide! Thanks guys!
Thanks Phillip, really glad you enjoyed and love that feedback! 😀🙌
I like the Thumb Throttle the best, as it's the same as what they put on Snowmobiles!
Yer the thumb throttle is great for hand comfort and control 🙌🙌
This is the most comprehensive video that I saw online about the scooters, thanks a lot for this information and the way they are presented, very detailed well done guys.
Thanks so much for your feedback and really glad you found it useful 👍
the best guide i have seen! much better than those sponsored reviews
Thank you so much, means a lot to hear feedback like that 🙌
Incredibly useful, thank you for your time and effort in making this video and for being straightforward and factual.
No problem Roger, thank you very much for your feedback 👍👍
Awesome summary. Thanks for taking the time to make this!
Thank you so much for the feedback, great to hear 😀😀😀
Fantastic overview! Thank you for the breakdown and nuances of all the scooters.
No problem at all Conrad, glad you found it useful! 😀
Superb explanation of the key components. Every new e-scooter buyer should see this as mandatory viewing. Would like to see comparisons on warranty, availability of extended warranty and support reviews as these were also important to me in my buying decision after seeing the issues my son had with his eBike.
Thank you so much and glad we are providing a useful service. Yes a warranty deep dive would be very helpful and we will look into how to make an informative guide! 🙌
Wow, i can't believed i watched the whole video and I don't even own an Electric Scooter yet. This is very informative. Thumbs up.
Absolutely love to hear that! Glad you found it useful, any questions just ask 🙌🙌
This was really awesome. Educational and entertaining. Can't believe I watched the full thing in one seating lol. Make another one!
Thank you so much for the feedback, we love making the movies! There are plenty more coming!! 🙌🙌
This was immensely informative! An excellent video for someone considering their first proper e-scooter. Well done!
Thanks so much for watching and the feedback. Really glad you found it helpful 🙌🙌
Fantastic general overview of scooters and available options on the market, currently. Good work
Thanks so much, exactly what we were trying to do 🙌🙌
to help someone decide what scooter they want...I ask these questions:
What's your max budget?
Onroad/Offroad or both?
What's the top speed you want to achieve?
What's the range you want to achieve?
What is your weight?
Now watching your video I see you ask similar questions too ....I really wanted to leave this comment here and congratulate you guys for such a great job you do ...plus I do have experience working with your company and I totally recommend you to all my customers! 5 stars from my side !!!!
Thanks so much for watching and really glad you liked the vid! Sounds like you are asking the right questions!! 🙌🙌
My main question after watching this, is how did you film speedy rides like that? Silent super smooth camera moves around scooter going 40-50 mph???
Cameraman probably on an EUC
On a onewheel with multiple angles 😀😀
Best informational video I've seen so far for scooters! Well done gentleman 👏 thx
Thank you so much for watching and glad you found it useful 🙌🙌
Best video hands down on scooter guides. I’ve learned so much in one video than I have watching others. Thanks.
No problem at all. We love making the videos and glad you found it useful 👍👍
@@RIDEGLIDEso I have a question. I just received my mantis 8. I take it out the box and set it. Charged it and all. I turn on the screen and it glitches then goes black. I’m in the process of trying to get a hold of kaabo but the process is slow. Do you think I have a bad lcd screen?
Man, I really appreciate cha it's great how in depth you go, and for newbies like me well, Super Thanks!😅
No problem at all. Glad you found it useful 🙌🙌
I can’t imagine a better intro video. Thank you for sharing this!
Thanks so much for watching and glad you found it useful 🙌🙌
Great explanation of everything newbies need to know - I've had an Apollo Ghost for 18 months now, with 2,200 kms on an almost daily commute. One thing that should be asked is "how fast are you prepared to fall off" (personally I'm at 40kph), and watch out for people using earbuds as they can't hear your bell! Would have loved to have seen this vid before I purchased, however no regrets as the ghost I bought with twin x 1000w and hydraulics is a gem here in south west Western Australia. Local Shire committed to a wheelchair access plan many years ago and is definitely favourable to e-scooters!
Thanks for watching and really glad you found it useful! The Ghost is a great scooter 🙌🙌
Oh wowie, glad I found this actual guide, was curious about a lot of this stuff.
Thanks a so glad you found it useful 😀🙌🙌
Finally a complete instruction and no hype guide anyone can understand.
Thanks so much for watching and glad you found it useful 😀🙌
Amazing overview, thanks for sharing
No problem at all and so glad you enjoyed it 🙌🙌
I just bought the Apollo ghost 2022 with hydraulic brakes. Hope when it’s all good when it shows up 😅
cool scooter 😎
Wonderful video guys thank you for your support and advice
No problem at all, hopefully it helps 😀
11:04 The Puncture safety thing inside tyre save me a lot of times on my NinebotG30 scooter.
Multiple time i stopped and think im gonna get a flat tyre.
Had a 1inch small nail in the back tyre and toke it out, nothing happen.
Accidentally driving on glas from crushed bottle on the road 5-6 times, to late for breaking.
Driving on 2-10mm tiny sharp gravel rocks all the time, no problem.
Drive every day with scooter 1year and around 7000km on it.
Never had a flat tyre. Run with 5,5-6bar in the tyre and my weight are 85kg.
The tyre cost dubble as a regular without puncture safety thing.
But it is sooo worth it.
comprehensive and well presented, thank you!
Thank you for watching and glad you found it useful 👍
Thanks this is the first video I’ve watched about these. Great info.
No problem at all, glad you enjoyed it and found it useful 😀😀
What a great guide! Thanks !
No problem at all and glad you found it informative 👍👍
Great info for a newbie. Thanks for taking the trouble. Well done. Much appreciated.
Thanks so much for watching and we always hoped new comers to the market would find it useful 👍
This video is AWESOME. Thank you very much for uploading.
Thanks so much for watching and really glad you found it useful 🙌🙌
Every entity even entertaining engaging electric scooter activities should see this excellent content. The best pre E-scooter riding production ever made. Do yourself favour and watch this video!!!
Thank you so much, appreciate the feedback 😀😀🙌
That was absolutely phenomenal, thank you! Subscribed
Thanks so much for watching and glad you found it useful!! 🙌🙌
Imagine selling a scooter and it takes 2 hours for the customer to make a decision meaning they ask all the right questions exactly like all the information you’ve covered in this video
You have helped me really understand my scooter and other scooters thanks a lot!!!
No problem at all and really glad you found it useful 🙌🙌
Awesome Vid man!👍👍👍👍👍👍
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SCHOOL IS IN SESSION! 👍🏼
Awesome job! This blows anything out there.
Thank you so much for watching and glad you enjoyed!! 🙌🙌🙌
Absolutely Excellent video!! Subscribed!!!
Thanks so much, glad it was useful 🙌🙌
Awesome reviews and presentation. Thanks!
Thankyou so much for watching and glad you found it useful 🙌🙌
Best video I’ve seen!!
Awesome video thx for the great indepth video
Thanks so much and glad you found it useful 🙌🙌
amazing video, thanks a lot!
Most complete scooter guide
Thanks so much for watching and really glad you found it useful 🙌
Yo my man. Awesome possum on the video. A whole lotta tomatoes or tomatos along given out. You took me to school I appreciate you sharing that knowledge. I’m in Los Angeles and I have to find a store that I can purchase my scooter from so that I may touch it, feel it and smell it before I buy it. I’m cancelling my Amazon order right after my thabk uou note. I guess perhaps in LA we use cars a lot more to get around in? Lol. So I’ve had a difficult time finding a store front and test drive one before purchasing one.
One silly comment I do have about your video is that you should have a translate button I kept having to rewind due to the neat accent factor. It’s neat to listen to y’all but a little tricky.
Hey brother again thabks so much and much luck with to you and the athletic assistant of yours.
Hey man I think you should have alternated between takes or you perhaps should add a few clips with you running and the blade runner on the scooter. I’m just saying man. Best of luck.
That was awesome!!!! Can you do a video on the least expensive scooters?
Thanks so much and yes, thats a great idea for a vid!! 🙌🙌
That's information I needed, Gracias
No problem at all, really glad it helped 😀
Great video, very detailed well done guys. I do have a quick question I was looking to purchase a burn e 2 max and I thought the 32 amp one on your website is the 2 max but now seeing this video I see the indicator is only down the side it doesn't wrap around to the back.. so can you confirm which ones you actually have in stock?
Thanks
Thank you so much for watching and your feedback! The 32ah on our site has the upgraded indicators, the video is of the original 35ah model! 👍
Freekin amazing info. So much I’ve been wondering about answered.
Thanks so much. So glad you found it useful 🙌🙌
the problem with thumb or finger throttle is that if you ride more than 30 minutes your finger or thumb goes numb specially when its cold twist throttle are the best but they are not gradual and can be dangerous most of brand names are finger or thumb throttle and their is no option in changing them on major brand names . its a very good review for pros and beginners as well . my wish is that one day you will be able to buy custom build scooters so you can have all options you like while riding.
Hi and thanks for the feedback. The good thing with most scooters these days is the cruise control function which takes pressure off your digits 😀
It’s a great option in open areas but not in big cities . Specially when breaking in and out is constant
wth no 🤣
Is this some UK joke that I’m too Australian to understand ?
This was EXCELLENT!!!!
I'm deciding between the Apollo Ghost and the Varla. I think the Varla is similar to the vset 10 he was riding
Thank you!!! Depending on the model of Varla you are looking at but one is a zero 10X clone and not sure on the others. Cool scooters though, make sure there is good warranty support 😀😀
thanks guys i've been thinking about getting an e scooter and this helps alot
No problem Troy, really hope it helps 👍👍
Incredible video.....thank you!
Thanks so much for the feedback! 🙌🙌🙌
Very comprehensive guide. Well done. Do you know what scooters have a walk assistance mode?
Thank you very much for watching and the feedback! The Element Bondai definitely does but will find out about the rest! 😀
Damn that's informative! 👌
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed!! 😀😀
1st class review. Thank you
Thank you for watching and for leaving feedback, very much appreciated and glad you found it useful😀🙌🙌
Tremendous content 🥇👍🏽🌟
Thanks so much 👍👍
Appreciate you taking the time to do such a detailed guide, nice vid! Btw, do you have any helmet recommendations? I've been hearing about xnito and bern
Thank you so much for the feedback! Not heard of Xnito but Bern have always been good! We use Leatt here, basically the faster or harder you ride the better the helmet you need. For the really fast ones motorbike gear is the safest!! 👍👍
@@RIDEGLIDE will definitely check it out, thanks!
Fantastic guide.
Hi Ian, Thank you so much and glad it was helpful🙌
Great information & details.😆😜👀👍
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Very good content!! Kudoos!! To the team!!
Thank you so much, really glad you enjoyed it! 😀😀
Well done sir, very good guide, 👏👏👏👏
Thanks so much Carlos 🙌
good stuff, any chance you'll make a condensed version of this video in the future?
Thanks! This was supposed to be condensed 🤣🤣 Its really hard to get the info in with waffling on. There are time stamps in the description which should help hopefully 👍
Pls do an instructional video about how to get in, move around and make settings changes in the Nami Burn E 2 max advance settings mode for the different riding modes; it would really be a big help for alot of new Burn 2 max owners and new buyers. I love your videos, I know you would be concise and do a really good job! Thanks....
No problem, Burn E Max are not out until later in the year but as soon as they are available, we will be doing an in depth review! Thanks for watching and glad we can help in some way 😀😀
I'm currently half way watching and will definitely get to the end. I'm blown away.
What an INCREDIBLE guide this is!!!
Absolutely phenomenal work guys and gals!
Thanks so much, love hearing feedback like this as we really hoped people would find it useful 😀
@@RIDEGLIDE very welcome! I love the work you all put in. I'm a lead mechanic at Yorkshire Electric Scooters in Sheffield so I'm also one for repairing a vast majority of scooters but I've never had anything major with Dualtron, VSETT or Kaabo thankfully!
Do you guys do anything with Inokim? As I have the OXO and I can't recommend it enough, she's an absolute tank of a scooter!
Great guide vid guys! Is it possible for you to do a full point by point comparison of the Segway GT2 agains the Dualtron Thunder II? I would love to see that one as those are the two scoots I’m deciding between. Thanks!
Thank you so much. We would love to do that comparison but dont have a GT2, will look into it! 😀
It really depends on what characteristics are most important to you. The Segway is light-years ahead of the Dualtrons as far as Ergonomics. The Dualtron is definitely faster and has longer range by a large margin
the best video comparing the 3 bike love
Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed! 🙌🙌
Best user guide iv seen for any product now where can I buy one
Thanks so much! Pop in any time!! 😀
I really like this pos I learned so much I knew a lot before I watched this post however this post really put me on I feel like a master scooter rider lol I’m just still learning
Thanks so much for watching and glad you found it useful 👍👍
Very well done lads 👏
Thanks so much, glad you found it useful 😀👍
🙏🏾👑🙏🏾👍🏾☺ This is a Very Good and Informative Video On Scooters. Loved How you Brake Things Down. a lot I Know and It's a lot I have Learn from Watching This Video. So Thanks For Sharing All Of The Information. ☺👍🏾✌🏾🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Thank you so much for watching and the feedback, love to hear it and glad you found it useful 🙌🙌
Great work, great guide for electro vehicle
Thanks so much for watching, glad you found it useful 🙌🙌
Great video. Exactly what I have been looking as I am considering getting a scooter. I’m a heavy guy at 120kg so need it to be strong and have enough torque to maintain a constant 15mph. Just for commuting to work.
Thanks for the feedback. You are at the higher weight limit of a lot of scooters but there will definitely be decent options out there for you. Try and get in to a store to test some out👍
@@RIDEGLIDE I'm at the same page as @mawhiuk. A heavy dude but I also need it to go on som gravel roads to light of road . Unfortunately in Sweden there is no really good vendor where you can try som out. Only e-commerce stores. What models do you guys think I (we?) should consider? Thanks for an awesome guide!
@@thigerns The best of the best we have tried is the Nami. Well built, water resistant, huge range, really fast if required and super comfortable. Smaller options would be the Vsett 10+ or Apollo phantom as they still have a water resistant rating and are powerful enough for the hills. It really depends on budget and performance you are hoping for from that budget! 👍👍👍
I love your video I'm about 45 minutes into it right now. And I've got a question for you. You may or may not cover this in your video by the end. I have a bad back and I'm looking for a personal transportation vehicle for around town and also whenever I go hiking or camping. Because walking causes me a lot of pain after a while. I am looking for a scooter that can go top speed of maybe 40 miles an hour, dual motors for the hiking, but would you recommend a scooter that allows me to sit? Or am I going to have better balance on a scooter standing? My back is not particular to either standing or sitting. And should I avoid thinner tires? I'm thinking the fatter tires would offer better balance for me.
Hi Mike,
Firstly thanks for watching and gad you enjoyed it!
For cruising along flat ground for long (ish) distances a seat would be comfortable and probably help your back if it was set up correctly. However for hilly trails there is a major benefit to standing as you can reposition your body when turning and for incline changes. Also because you are not just standing constantly in the same position it allows your back to move which in my experience can alleviate some of the pain and stop it seizes. Obviously this isn't medical advice but just observations 👍
Amazing video. Very good.
Thanks so much and glad you found it useful!! 😀😀
One thing we’re missing in the personal electric vehicle world (what’s the acronym again?) is repair shops. At least in the USA, Colorado, you pretty much need to do all maintenance and repairs yourself. Would love to see companies open up retail shops with repair options.
Over here in the UK there are more and more popping up which is great. In the US the major cities seem to have them but its such a big place, it going to take time for the infrastructure to catch up, we feel your pain 🙌
Wow, nice job!
Thanks for watching and glad you found it useful 👍👍
I have an Apollo Phantom and was thinking of bumping up the 2 motors from 1200 to 1400 and going to a 12 inch wheel instead of the 10 inch wheels (street tires---no off road). Do you think this can be done? I can rebuild the fenders to make room.
Thanks
Wow! Yes thanks. Hope us in Colorado don’t have to deal with 500W limits anytime soon. I use mine all the time. Looking for a second scooter soon, this helps a ton!
No problem at all and thanks for the feedback! Yup, 500w limit is an absolute bummer!!! 😀
@@RIDEGLIDE I live near Boulder, we have a ton of trails and we are looking right now at how to deal with E vehicles. My personal preference would be a speed limit. We do have areas with little kids, seniors, dogs, etc. Regular bikers fly by sometimes at 20 mph and it seems too fast. Put a speed limit in areas that need it and the community will adopt it imo.
@@Bicklehoff794 definitely agree with the speed limit for safety! Limiting the power can be more dangerous for hills etc but a speed limit is really sensible 😀👍
I totally want to know your thought out of the Wolf King GT King Pro and the Dualtron Thunder 2. Which would you rather have, and reasons for why. Thanks
Thunder 2 is fast and fun, Wolf GT is faster. In our opinion the Nami Burn-E 40ah is better than both as it has better suspension, water proofing and support! All really cool scooters though!!
This was well done.
Thanks so much for watching and glad you found it useful 👍👍
Back in my day there was Goped Sport, Bigfoot, or X-ped and that was it!
good times 😀👍
Im enjoying the MUKUTA 10 60V25.6AH.....So fun and I can ride all day on 1 charge
Impressively deep analysis of all the aspects of an electric scooter. But here in Italy, we're still struggling where to find and buy the Nami!
Ah so annoying. If you have no local dealer then we may be able to help but there are companies in France that should be able to ship to you? 👍
@@RIDEGLIDE none of them have availability, even forecasted. quite easier to find Wolf King GTs, which you didn't show in the video. what about them?
Great info, so thanks for the in depth information.
I´m having too many punctures on my rear tire and it´s a duel motor with the hubs in two parts.
You say it´s common to have more punctures when your heavy due to nipping. I take it you refer to the inner
hubs nipping the tube. I have has the sport tires on for some time, yet despite the vibration, maybe should use the offroad
ones with thicker pattern´s. It´s a "Nitrox RS3200 V2" and extremely powerful with 87 kilometers/hour recorded on a level road!
I however am happier at slower speeds, but am grateful when on paths for that extra push. I was going to try out the "Green slime"
as I thought the air loss to be too slow to be the tube every time. I have had to fix the punctures 7 times so far!
Hope this gives you a laugh.
I liked that thumb power lever too, very nice. Yet I do have to sacrifice weight, as it´s impossible to lift the thing into my van, I had
to design a ramp in the end, that works very well. Will subscribe, pity you are not in Sweden.
Exceptional Guide
Thank you so much, glad you found it useful 🙌🙌
Everything you need to know about scooter, thanks
Thanks for watching and finding it useful 😀👍
Liked it in first few seconds and can see uv put the work in doin the vid. Solar i think best lastin scooters i think and well priced
Thanks so much for watching and glad you found it useful! We have never sold Solar but have had a few in to repair and they seemed ok 👍But for quality we haven't seen much better than the Nami range 🙌🙌
One question... I am in a large city and was wondering if any of the displays come with GPS?
There are not many but there are afew. Ofcourse you can fit your phone to the handle bars and use as a GPS! 😀