Electric scooters have been part of the Australian economy for years. However, it has only been in recent years that there has been a dramatic increase in the number of electric scooters being used daily.
Recent surveys show that there were 3.6 million e-scooters in Australia in 2022 and they contributed an impressive $728 million to the economy. With so many options on the market it’s advisable to do a little research before choosing your new electric scooter
Check Reputations
Whether you’re looking for electric scooters and bikes for sale in Brisbane or are more rurally based, you need to check the reputation of the manufacturer and supplier.
In many cases, the supplier is the manufacturer. It should be easy to find reviews from existing customers online. You’ll want to pay particular attention to negative reviews. Obviously, there shouldn’t be too many of these. However, some negative reviews can help you assess the quality of the manufacturer/supplier. Simply look at how they deal with the issue.
If they appear to deal with it fairly then they’re a good option for your e-scooter. At least if you have an issue they’ll be interested in getting it resolved.
Budget
Electric scooters can be had for a few hundred dollars or you can spend thousands. You’ll want to work out how much you can afford to spend before you start looking at what’s available.
Battery Life
Electric scooters have batteries incorporated into their design. Each battery will have a designated power level. They often offer 36 or 42 volts. The power and size of the battery will dictate how fast and how far the e-scooter can go. In general, a fully charged battery will last between 15 and 45 miles.
Of course, there are many variables such as speed which can affect the range. Make sure the battery on your electric scooter can handle the range you need.
Speed
As mentioned the bigger the battery the faster the scooter should be able to move. Speed may not always be critical to you, but having good acceleration and top speed can help you get out of a dangerous situation.
Ease Of Carrying
Most electric scooter owners like to keep it with them, especially if they are commuting to their educational institute via scooter. To get the e-scooter inside a building or even on public transport it needs to be light and, ideally, foldable.
Check how easy it is to carry any potential e-scooter before buying.
Weather Resistance
Electric scooters should be designed to be used in all weathers. That includes wet days. Make sure your chosen option works well in wet and bad weather. It’s a good idea to check reviews to see what existing users say about this.
Summing Up
Electric scooters have become a practical and fun way to get to and from lectures. However, not all scooters are created equal. Make sure you consider the above points and do your homework before you invest in a quality e-scooter.
