Best Electric Scooters for Heavy Adults

A. Introduction

Many of you, as children, must have played with toy scooters in the park. Well, your adult Electric Scooter looks somewhat similar, although bigger in size and more powerful. An Electric Scooter is driven by battery-powered DC Motors and controlled by electronic circuits; and has a sufficiently large deck for your comfortable standing.

It also has suspension, brakes, head and tail lights, etc. and is foldable to the point where the handlebar stem meets the deck. Electric Scooters are used for fun rides on-road or off-road and for your last-mile connectivity on the way to the workplace or back home.

Many of the Electric Scooters can be carried in public transport and into your workplace. With all these great features, it’s no wonder why more and more people are looking into getting one e-scooter for themselves. If you’re an adult that’s weighing over 240 lbs, you might be wondering if those regular electric scooters can handle your weight.

The bad news is that many of them cannot, as the common maximum rider’s weight is capped at 220 lbs. The good news is that there are plenty of stronger e-scooters that will have no problem carrying you wherever you’d need. We did some extensive research and have brought you the best rated electric scooters which can carry heavier adults without any problem.

B. Top Electric Scooters for Heavy Adults over 240 Lbs.

B1 COMPARISON OF ELECTRIC SCOOTERS FOR HEAVY ADULTS
No	Features	Qiewa Q1 Hammer	Outstorm	Qiewa Q Power	Swagger 5	Uber Scoot 1600 Watts
1	Maximum rider weight	550 Lbs.	385 Lbs.	500 Lbs.	320 Lbs.	265 Lbs.
2	Drive	800 Watts DC Hub Motor on rear wheel	Dual drive 2*1600 Watts BLDC Hub Motors	Dual drive 2*1600 Watts BLDC Hub Motors	250 Watts DC Hub Motor on front wheel	Chain drive on rear wheel with 1600 Watts BLDC Motor
3	Maximum speed MPH	37 MPH	56 MPH	56 MPH	18 MPH	20 MPH
4	Gradeability	30º	30º	Good	20º	Good
5	Battery	26 Ah 5C 18650 48 V Lithium Battery	25 Ah / 35 Ah 60 V Samsung Battery	48 V 5C Power 26 Ah 18650 Lithium Battery	Lithium ion battery 36 V 6 Ah	4*12 V 12 Amp SLA battery
6	Battery charging time	8-12 hours	7 -9 hours	Not furnished	3.5 hours	6-8 hours
7	Maximum range in miles	68 miles	67 miles @ ECO Mode	55 miles	6 to 11 miles	12 Miles
8	Speedometer	3 speed modes	3 speeds, & dual motor control	Single or double motor drive.	3 speed modes	Not mentioned
9	Brake	Dual Disc Brakes	Electronic brake with regenerative charging	Dual hydraulic brakes	Electric brake & disc brake on rear wheel	Dual disc brakes
10	Tire size and type	10ʺ Pneumatic tires	11ʺ off-road tires	11ʺ off-road pneumatic tires	8.5ʺ front Pneumatic &  rear airless tires	11ʺ on & off-road Pneumatic tires
11	Suspension	Dual shock absorber	High impact PU suspension	Dual shock absorbers	No suspension	Dual suspension
12	LED Lights	Head light and rear brake light	Head light and rear brake light	Head light and rear brake light	Head light and rear brake light	Head light and rear brake light
13	Weight with battery	55 Lbs.	Not furnished	82 Lbs.		117 Lbs.
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B1 COMPARISON OF ELECTRIC SCOOTERS FOR HEAVY ADULTS
No	Features	ESKUTE	Hover-1 Alpha	Emaxusa	RND Electric Scooter	YONOS Electric Scooter
1	Maximum rider weight	265 Lbs.	264 Lbs.	264 Lbs.	260 Lbs.	308 Lbs.
2	Drive	350 Watts DC Hub Motor on front wheel	450 Watts BLDC Hub Motor on rear wheel	350 Watts BLDC Hub Motor on front wheel	250 Watts DC Hub Motor on front wheel	350 Watts DC Hub Motor on front wheel
3	Maximum speed MPH	15 MPH	17.4 MPH	14 MPH	15 MPH	15.5 MPH
4	Gradeability	15º	Good	8º (15%)	20º	10º
5	Battery	36 V 7.5 Ah 270 WH  Battery	36 V 6 Ah Lithium ion battery	36 V  6 Ah Lithium ion battery	24 V Lithium ion battery	36 V 6 Ah Lithium ion battery
6	Battery charging time	5 hours	4-6.5 hours	5 hours	2-4 hours	3-4 hours
7	Maximum range in miles	Up to 18miles under specific conditions	12 miles under specific conditions	16 miles under specific conditions	8 miles under specific conditions	17 miles under optimum conditions
8	Speedometer	LED display & 3 speed modes	LED display	LCD Display screen 2 speeds	Not mentioned	LED display of speed mode, battery life etc.
9	Brake	Electrical brake & disc brake on rear wheel.	Electrical brake & disc brake on rear wheel.	Electrical brake & disc brake on rear wheel.	Electric brake & disc brake	Electric brake & disc brake on rear wheel.
10	Tire size and type	8.5ʺ non-pneumatic foam filled tires	10ʺ Air filled tires	8.5ʺ inflated rubber tires	6.5ʺ shock absorbing solid tires	8.5ʺ Air filled tires
11	Suspension	No suspension	No suspension	No suspension	No suspension	No suspension
12	Lights	LED head light & brake light	LED head light	LED head light & brake light	LED head light & brake light	LED head light & brake light
13	Weight with battery pack	28.7 Lbs.	36 Lbs.	26.7 Lbs.	22 Lbs.	30.5 Lbs.
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1. Qiewa Q1 Hummer 800 Watts

Qiewa Q1 Hammer features 800 Watts BLDC Hub Motor rear-wheel drive, 10ʺ pneumatic tires, adjustable handlebar (38ʺ-48ʺ), IP 66 water-resistant, dual shock absorbers, dual- disc brakes, and 12 months limited warranty to give you a safe ride at a top speed of 37 MPH and a maximum range of 68 miles.

2. Outstorm

Outstorm features BLDC dual hub-motors (2*1600 watts), electronic brake with regenerative charging, 11ʺ off-road tires, tough metal frame, detachable seat, and high impact PU suspension to give you a safe ride at a top speed of 56 MPH and a maximum range of 67 miles in Eco mode.

3. Qiewa Q Power

Qiewa Q Power features dual BLDC Hub Motors (2*1600 watts), 11ʺ off-road pneumatic tires, good gradeability, limited 1-year warranty (6 months for the battery), dual shock absorbers and dual hydraulic disc brakes to give you a safe on-road and off-road ride at a maximum speed of 56 MPH and a maximum range of 55 miles.

4. Swagger 5

Swagger 5 features 250 Watts BLDC Hub motor on the front wheel, 8.5ʺ front Pneumatic & rear airless tires, and rear disc brake to give you a safe ride at a maximum of 18 MPH and 6 to 11 Miles range.

5. Uber Scoot 1600 Watts

Uberscoot 1600 features a 1600 watts BLDC Motor, dual disc brakes, dual suspension, and 11ʺ pneumatic tires to give you a safe ride at a maximum speed of 20 MPH and a maximum range 12 miles.

6. ESKUTE Electric Scooter

Escute features a 350 Watts BLDC Hub motor on the front wheel, 8.5ʺ non- pneumatic foam-filled tires, 15 º gradeability, and electric brake and rear disc brake to give you a safe ride at a top speed of 15 MPH and maximum range of 18 miles (under specific conditions).

7. Hover-1 Alpha

Hover-1 Alpha features 450 Watts BLDC Hub motor on the rear wheel, 10ʺ pneumatic air-filled tires, good gradeability, electric brake, and rear disc brakes to give you a safe ride at a maximum speed of 17.4 MPH and a maximum range of 12 miles (under specific conditions).

8. Emaxusa

Emaxusa features 350 Watts BLDC Hub Motor on the front wheel, electrical brake & disc brake on the rear wheel, 8.5ʺ inflated rubber tires, and an 8-degree gradeability to give you a safe ride at a maximum speed of 14 MPH and a maximum range of 16 miles (controlled conditions).

9. RND Electric Scooter

RND Electric Scooter features 250 Watts DC Hub Motor on the front wheel, electrical brake & disc brake, 6.5ʺ shock-absorbing solid tires, and 20º gradeability to give you a safe ride at a maximum speed of 15 MPH and a maximum range of 8 miles (under optimum conditions).

10. YONOS Electric Scooter

YONOS Electric Scooter features 350 Watts DC Hub Motor on the front wheel, electric brake & disc brake on the rear wheel, 8.5ʺ air-filled tires, and 10º gradeability to give you a safe ride at a maximum speed of 15.5 MPH and a maximum range of 17 miles (under optimum conditions).

Few more models to consider

NANROBOT Electric Scooter LS7

NANROBOT LS7 is available in two variants; one with 60Volts 35 Amps LG Battery and the other one with 60 Volts 25 Amps Battery. NANROBOT LS7 features dual BLDC hub- motors (2*1800 watts), 11ʺ pneumatic tires, rubber shock absorbers, and dual- hydraulic break to give you a safe ride at a maximum of 52 MPH.

Depending on the rider’s weight and terrain, NANROBOT LS 7 gives you a maximum range of 62 miles with the 35 Amps battery and 37 miles with the 25 Amps battery.

NANROBOT Electric Scooter D6+

NANROBOT D6 comes in 4 variants: D6+disc brake, D6+Oil Brake, D6+with seat and disc brake, and D6+with seat and oil brake. NANROBOT D6 features BLDC dual hub-motors (2*1000 watts) powered by 52 Volts/26 Amps Lithium Battery, electric +disc brake, 10ʺ pneumatic tires, tough metal frame, and C-type suspension to give you a safe ride at a maximum speed of 40 MPH. Depending on the rider’s weight and terrain, D6+ gives you a range of 30 to 40 miles.

Zero 10X

Zero 10X features dual BLDC 2*1000 / 2*1200 watts hub motors, 10ʺ*3ʺ pneumatic tires, coil spring shocks and swing arms, and dual disc brakes to give you a safe on-road or off-road ride at a maximum speed of 38/45 MPH. The controller can be 2*25 Amps or 2*30 Amps depending on the battery used. There are three variants of Zero 10 X to choose from.

	Zero 10X	Zero 10X- 24 Ah	Zero 10X-60 V
Battery	52V 18 Amps	52V 24 Amps	60V 21 Amps
Motor	2*1000 Watts	2*1000 Watts	2*1200 Watts
Range miles-maximum	35-38	55-60	50
Maximum speed	35-38 MPH	35-38 MPH	45 MPH
Maximum rider weight	330 Lbs.	330 Lbs.	330 Lbs.

Zero 10X has a heat sink to dissipate the heat generated by the electronic controls.

Kaabo Wolf Warrior 11

The Wolf Warrior 11 features 2*1200 Watts Dual BLDC Hub motors powered by 60V/35 Amps Battery, full hydraulic brakes with ABS, 11ʺ tube-less tires, heavy-duty suspension, and 17º gradeability to give you an on-road or off-road safe ride at a maximum speed of 50 MPH and a maximum range of 70 miles (Eco mode, single drive).

The inverted hydraulic front shock absorbers and rear springs make the ride comfortable on any terrain. Wolf warrior II comes with on-road or off-road tires.

C. What to look for in an Electric Scooter for heavier adults?

• The first thing you must see is the maximum rider weight allowed; go for a scooter that allows at least 20 lbs. more than your current weight.
• Go for an Electric Scooter with a tough body, good suspension on both wheels, hydraulic brake on wheels, sufficient power, and a handle stem matching your height.
• Check the drive-electric scooters generally have Brushless DC (BLDC) Motors for providing the drive. Depending on the scooter, the number of motors can be one or two. In many models, the motors are directly mounted on the wheel hub.
• Electric scooters use Lithium-Ion Batteries for their outstanding energy density; few lower end Electric Scooters use SLA (Sealed lead-acid) battery. Make sure the scooter has a quality battery before buying.
• Many electric scooters give you a choice of on-road or off-road tires; if you are generally a city rider with occasional off-road adventures, on-road tires are preferred.
• Electric scooters have Eco and Turbo modes; you can use Eco mode for more miles per battery charge or go for turbo mode if speed (MPH) is your preference. Verify these features before committing a purchase.
• Most electric scooters have a scope for mounting a seat to increase comfort. Confirm this feature, if you need it.
• Check the head and brake lights for visibility on road during night rides.
• Manufacturers of electric scooters claim features like maximum speed (MPH), range in miles per battery charge, and gradeability (going up-hill). However, these claims are subject to different factors such as rider’s weight, speed, terrain, and battery condition.

Safety Factors

• The electric scooters discussed in this article have a maximum speed of up to 56 MPH; however, you must know the legally allowed speed in your state and any license requirements. Please adhere to the laws at your place.
• You must wear safety gear like helmet and protection pads for your knees, elbows, and chest.
• Your electric scooter may be water-resistant but not waterproof, therefore avoid riding in the rain or snow.
• Powered Electric Scooters are designed for adults to use, keep them away from children.
• Before every ride, please make sure that all the nuts and bolts of your electric scooter are properly tightened and the tire air pressure is correct.
• Go through the user manual of your electric scooter and follow the guidelines strictly.
• You need to use your electric scooter responsibly for your’s as well as others’ safety.

Conclusion

Electric Scooters are becoming popular with every passing day. They are used for fun and adventure riding, recreation, last-mile connectivity to the workplace, and as a complete alternative for commuting between home and workplace.

Batteries used in electric scooters can give you a good service and optimum cycles of charging (number of discharge and recharge) if you take care of them.

Don’t drain the battery completely before putting it on the next charge and don’t leave the battery unattended during charging to avoid overcharging. You must decide your needs before selecting an Electric Scooter.