E-scooters are changing up our daily commute, so it’s about time you got on board. We’ve got you covered when it comes to what to buy and how to stay safe on the road.
E-scooters are changing up our daily commute, so it’s about time you got on board. We’ve got you covered when it comes to what to buy and how to stay safe on the road.
The i-Max Q5: the safest & most woman-friendly
Price: $999, from Falcon P.E.V
Weight: 13.5kg
Time it takes to fully charge: 4-5 hours
Distance you can cover with a single charge: 25-30km
Has five preset speed settings: 5-25kmh
1. LEVER FOR THROTTLE
When you want to speed up, you want features that make life easier – like a lever that you hold down with your index finger, rather than having to push the throttle up with your thumb.
2. WIDE YET FOLDABLE HANDLEBARS
For serious control, you want them as wide as a bike’s.
3. THE OPTION OF MECHANICAL BRAKES
For the most obvious reason: safety.
4. ALUMINIUM ALLOY FRAME
So this e-scooter is lighter, stronger and more durable.
5. INFLATABLE FRONT WHEEL
It cushions the impact of bumps for a smoother ride.
6. DECK WITH AMPLE STANDING ROOM
Space = greater stability.
7. 36V MOTOR
Powerful enough to climb a slope with a 15-degree incline, and quietly too.
8. BATTERY
The genuine Samsung lithium batteries have been certified by Spring Singapore. An inbuilt voltage cut-off circuit switches the battery off when it reaches its maximum capacity.
9. REAR SUSPENSION
For good shock absorption.
JD Bug Fun: no-frills option for nearby errands
Price: $499, from Inlinex stores
Weight: 14.5kg
Time it takes to fully charge: 6-8 hours
Distance you can cover with a single charge: 12km
It’s easy to operate and has a top speed of 15kmh, but batteries take longer to charge yet run dry faster – with zero indication and odometer.
Zero 2.0: for short distances
Price: $899, from Falcon P.E.V
Weight: 6.3kg
Time it takes to fully charge: 2-3 hours
Distance you can cover with a single charge: 15km
Why? It covers just 15km on a single charge. But it has other ergonomic features – it can be pushed around on its front wheel so you don’t have to carry it, though it’s light enough to be carried if need be; it has a sleek built-in LCD screen to display speed and battery life; it folds easily, and comes with a small stand for convenient storage.
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