34 MPH on a TINY electric scooter - EMOVE Roadrunner review

Summary

In this review, Mike introduces the Emoove Roadrunner, a compact yet powerful electric scooter with dual motors, capable of reaching speeds over 30 mph. Equipped with a large 48V, 26.1Ah battery for extended range, the scooter boasts features like hydraulic disc brakes, suspension, and a full light package, including turn signals. Its foldable handlebars and manageable weight of 55 pounds add to its portability. Despite a funny appearance, the Roadrunner offers utility, comfort, and stability, suitable for a wide range of riders up to 330 pounds. Priced at $1695, with a discount code for savings, it's an appealing option for those seeking high-speed, compact electric transportation.

Takeaways

• 🛴 The Emove Roadrunner is a compact electric scooter with a powerful performance, featuring two motors.
• 💪 It has a 500-watt motor in the rear and a 350-watt motor in the front, combining for a peak power exceeding 850 watts.
• 🏎️ Verified by GPS, the scooter can reach a top speed of 34 miles per hour, and even higher with a tailwind.
• 🔋 Equipped with a large 48-volt, 26.1-amp hour battery, providing over 1250 watt-hours of capacity.
• 🔑 The battery is easily removable with a key release mechanism, though it is somewhat stiff to slide out.
• 🛠️ The scooter is designed around its large battery, emphasizing its engineering focus on power and speed.
• 🚴‍♂️ It includes features like front suspension and hydraulic disc brakes for safety and control at high speeds.
• 💡 Comes with a full light package, including headlight, taillight, and turn signals, enhancing visibility.
• 🔄 The handlebars are foldable for compact storage, and there's even a horn that adds to the scooter's character.
• 🏋️‍♂️ Weighing 55 pounds, the Roadrunner is manageable to lift and transport, unlike heavier scooters or mopeds.
• 🔄 With a height-adjustable seat and handlebars, it accommodates riders from 5'7" to nearly 6 feet comfortably.
• 💰 Priced at $1695, it offers high performance with a top speed of around 35 mph and a range of approximately 50 miles, justifying its cost.

Q & A

What is the brand and model of the scooter featured in the video?

The scooter featured is the Emove Roadrunner.

What makes the Emove Roadrunner scooter powerful according to the script?

The Emove Roadrunner is powerful due to its two motors, a 500-watt motor in the rear wheel and a 350-watt motor in the front wheel, combining for a peak power of more than 850 watts.

What is the top speed claimed for the Emove Roadrunner, and how was it verified in the video?

The claimed top speed for the Emove Roadrunner is 34 miles per hour, which was verified using a GPS app that confirmed the speed and even showed a brief moment of higher speed due to a tailwind.

What is the battery specification of the Emove Roadrunner and how easy is it to remove?

The battery is rated for 48 volts and 26.1 amp hours, providing over 1250 watt-hours of capacity. It is relatively easy to remove, requiring a key to unlock and slide out, although it is a bit stiff.

How is the Emove Roadrunner designed in terms of its construction around the battery?

The Emove Roadrunner is designed with the scooter built around a large battery pack, essentially being a giant battery connected to two motors with a seat on top.

What additional features does the Emove Roadrunner have that are not commonly expected in scooters?

The Emove Roadrunner has features such as front suspension, hydraulic disc brakes, a full light package with headlight, tail light, and turn signals, and the ability to use both turn signals as hazard lights.

How does the folding mechanism of the handlebars affect the storage of the Emove Roadrunner?

The folding handlebars make the scooter more narrow, allowing it to be easily stored against a wall or even slid under a bed.

What is the weight of the Emove Roadrunner and how does this affect its portability?

The Emove Roadrunner weighs 55 pounds, making it relatively easy to pick up and portable enough to be thrown in the back of a car or truck.

How does the Emove Roadrunner's small wheels and short wheelbase contribute to its maneuverability?

The small wheels and short wheelbase make the Roadrunner extra nimble, allowing for tight turns and easy stability when putting feet down.

What is the height adjustability of the Emove Roadrunner and how does it accommodate different rider heights?

The Emove Roadrunner has a bench seat that allows for scooting forward or backward and height-adjustable handlebars, accommodating riders from 5 foot 7 inches to nearly 6 feet tall.

What is the price of the Emove Roadrunner and are there any discounts available as mentioned in the video?

The Emove Roadrunner is priced at $1695, but there is a discount available where viewers can take seven percent off, or around $120 off, with the coupon code 'electrek'.