Electric scooter wattage and power<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"three](\"https:\/\/escooternerds.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/performance_wattage.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe most crucial factor for an electric scooter is power, often referred to as wattage, which indicates the motor’s strength, measured in Watts (W).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wattage significantly influences key performance aspects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The following will largely depend on wattage and not much else:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- the top speed that the scooter can reach<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- the maximum angles that the scooter can climb<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- the maximum load that the scooter can carry<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Motor power also affects the range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\t\n\t\t15-22 mph<\/div>\n\t\tavg. scooter speed<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tBudget electric scooter performance<\/div>\n\t\tBudget scooters typically have 200-600 Watts, resulting in speeds of 15-22 mph (25-35 kmh).<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
However, the most powerful and fastest electric scooters<\/a> can reach wattages of 10000 Watts of real power and go as fast as 60 mph \/ 100 kmh, or even more!<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you want a deeper dive into the technical details, I suggest starting with the Wikipedia page on Watts<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nReal vs peak motor power<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter brands commonly describe motor power as either real power or peak power. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The motor’s output can fluctuate over time due to thermal limits<\/a>, impacting performance and longevity.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe motor’s consistent power output is called real power, which is the most accurate metric. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sometimes, the motor can briefly produce more power, known as peak power. Brands often advertise peak power without specifying, which can make their scooters seem more powerful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Keep this in mind when considering motor power \u2013 if it doesn’t specify, assume it’s peak power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To estimate real power when you only have peak power, assume it’s roughly 30% to 90% of the peak power. On average, real power is about 57% of peak power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For an easy conversion, use the real and peak motor power converters<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\t1159 Watts<\/div>\n\t\tavg. nominal wattage<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tHow many Watts do electric scooter motors have?<\/h3>\n\t\t
Electric scooters typically have nominal wattage between 250 and 5000 Watts, with an average of 1159 Watts.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
This average is skewed by high-power outliers, and most popular scooters fall within the 250-1000 watts range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter battery capacity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/escooternerds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/A-closeup-of-the-removable-battery-of-the-Anyhill-UM-2.webp\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe second key performance metric for electric scooters is the battery’s energy storage capacity, often referred to as electric charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This term simply indicates how much energy the battery can store, measured in Watt-hours (Wh), and it determines the scooter’s maximum range on a single charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\t\n\t\t150-500 Watt-hours<\/div>\n\t\tElectric scooter watt-hours<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tHow many Watts-hours do budget electric scooter motors have?<\/div>\n\t\tBudget scooters usually have 150-500 Watt-hours, offering a range of 9 and 25 mi \/ 15 and 40 km.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
In contrast, the most powerful and expensive scooters<\/a> with great ranges can go well over 60 mi \/ 100 kilometers on a single charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\nManufacturers may provide battery metrics like capacity in Ampere-hours (Ah) and voltage<\/a> in Volts (V). To find the battery’s energy storage capacity in Watt-hours (Wh), multiply Ah by V using this formula:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n1 Wh<\/em> = 1 Ah * 1 V<\/strong><\/p>\nFormula for battery energy storage capacity<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nYou can see the battery calculators to convert between these: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- battery Watt-hour calculator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- battery voltage calculator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- battery Amp-hour calculator<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
To extend the range, manufacturers can raise either the Ampere-hours or the Volts of the battery, which increases its capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How much battery capacity do electric scooters have?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
On average, electric scooters have a 700-watt-hour battery capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Smaller batteries may have 100 Wh, while larger ones can go up to 3000 Wh. Most commuter scooters range from 250 to 700 Wh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter voltage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"voltage](\"https:\/\/escooternerds.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/performance_voltage.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nVoltage can be a bit complex, but for this guide, we’ll offer a simple explanation: Voltage determines how quickly energy moves between electrical components \u2013 higher voltage means faster transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The energy in the electric scooter system moves in a direction as such:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Power outlet -> Charger -> Battery -> Motor<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nElectrical components like the charger and battery have input and output voltages. The motor only has an input voltage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Battery voltage is usually referred to as output voltage and commonly ranges from 36V to 48V. High-powered scooters use higher voltages to meet the motor’s energy needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Motor input voltage is rarely specified, usually matching or slightly lower than the battery output voltage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chargers have both input and output voltages \u2013 input determines how fast it draws power from the grid, while output affects the charging speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Overvolting an electric scooter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"adding](\"https:\/\/escooternerds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/adding-extra-battery-1024x416.webp\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nOvervolting an electric scooter can mean: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- replacing the original battery with one with a higher voltage<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- adding an extra battery <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
These factors can lead to increased voltage, which means more battery capacity and potentially more motor power. Ensure your motor can handle the higher voltage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\t\n\t\t47 Volts<\/div>\n\t\tavg. scooter voltage<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tHow much voltage do electric scooter batteries have?<\/h3>\n\t\t
Electric scooter batteries have 47 Volts on average. Most of the popular electric scooters will have either 24 V, 36 V, 48 V, or 52 V batteries.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
The battery with the highest voltage currently is the Rion2 RE90, which has 96 Volts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter torque<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In electric scooters, torque measures the motor’s work capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More torque<\/a> means higher top speed and better climbing ability. Torque is the force that causes rotation and is measured in Newton-meters (Nm).<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt’s rarely specified by scooter manufacturers, making it one of the least discussed performance metrics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter charging time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"many](\"https:\/\/escooternerds.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/charge_time_chargers.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nCharging time is the duration to go from empty to full battery, assuming the battery isn’t too old, as performance declines over time, increasing charge time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Manufacturers typically provide charge times, and you can calculate it if you know the charger’s current (in Amperes, “A”), battery capacity (in Watt-hours, “Wh”), and charging efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The formula then looks like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nCharging time (h) = Battery energy capacity (Ah) \/ [Charger current (A) * Charging efficiency (%)]<\/em> <\/strong><\/p>\nThe formula for calculating the charging time for your electric scooter<\/em> <\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nSee the electric scooter charging time calculator<\/a> for a simpler way to figure this out for your scooter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\t3-8 hours<\/div>\n\t\tavg. scooter charging time<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tHow much time does it take to charge an electric scooter?<\/h3>\n\t\t
Electric scooters typically take 3 to 8 hours to fully charge, with some outliers ranging from 1 to 25 hours. On average, it’s about 8 hours.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
To determine your scooter’s specific charge time and enhance battery life, refer to the full guide on electric scooter charge time<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe big picture of electric scooter performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"diagram](\"https:\/\/escooternerds.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/performance_flow-1024x439.png\")
Electricity flow in electric scooter components<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nTake a broad look at the electric scooter components and their interplay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This illustration explains the power flow through these components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter top-speed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The scooter’s top speed is the maximum it can reach in ideal test conditions, often differing from real-world use. Tests involve new scooters on flat, obstacle-free roads with a 165 lbs \/ 75 kg rider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the real world, you will rarely ride on a smooth and straight road, without having to stop and a lot of people weigh more than 165 lbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite ideal test conditions, all manufacturers test similarly for competitive advertising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Expect your scooter to reach its advertised top speed, but slight variations can occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\t\n\t\t25.86 mph<\/div>\n\t\tavg. scooter speed<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tHow fast can electric scooters go?<\/h3>\n\t\t
The average electric scooter’s top speed is about 25.86 mph \/ 41.62 kmh, but this is influenced by the fastest racing scooters hitting up to 100 mph \/ 160 kmh.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
Budget scooters usually top out between 15-25 mph \/ 25-40 kmh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A scooter can come with a speed limitation installed<\/a> so that it abides by local traffic laws<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor example, many scooters will come limited to 15 mph \/ 25 kmh, even though they are able to reach much higher speeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter range<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter range is the distance it can travel on one battery charge. Manufacturers often base these values on ideal conditions, using the most energy-efficient scooter mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In reality, you won’t always ride in this mode, so your actual range can vary due to your riding style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe most crucial factor for an electric scooter is power, often referred to as wattage, which indicates the motor’s strength, measured in Watts (W).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wattage significantly influences key performance aspects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The following will largely depend on wattage and not much else:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- the top speed that the scooter can reach<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- the maximum angles that the scooter can climb<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- the maximum load that the scooter can carry<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Motor power also affects the range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\t\n\t\t15-22 mph<\/div>\n\t\tavg. scooter speed<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tBudget electric scooter performance<\/div>\n\t\tBudget scooters typically have 200-600 Watts, resulting in speeds of 15-22 mph (25-35 kmh).<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
However, the most powerful and fastest electric scooters<\/a> can reach wattages of 10000 Watts of real power and go as fast as 60 mph \/ 100 kmh, or even more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you want a deeper dive into the technical details, I suggest starting with the Wikipedia page on Watts<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Real vs peak motor power<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter brands commonly describe motor power as either real power or peak power. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The motor’s output can fluctuate over time due to thermal limits<\/a>, impacting performance and longevity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The motor’s consistent power output is called real power, which is the most accurate metric. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sometimes, the motor can briefly produce more power, known as peak power. Brands often advertise peak power without specifying, which can make their scooters seem more powerful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Keep this in mind when considering motor power \u2013 if it doesn’t specify, assume it’s peak power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To estimate real power when you only have peak power, assume it’s roughly 30% to 90% of the peak power. On average, real power is about 57% of peak power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For an easy conversion, use the real and peak motor power converters<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\t\n\t\t1159 Watts<\/div>\n\t\tavg. nominal wattage<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tHow many Watts do electric scooter motors have?<\/h3>\n\t\t
Electric scooters typically have nominal wattage between 250 and 5000 Watts, with an average of 1159 Watts.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
This average is skewed by high-power outliers, and most popular scooters fall within the 250-1000 watts range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter battery capacity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe second key performance metric for electric scooters is the battery’s energy storage capacity, often referred to as electric charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This term simply indicates how much energy the battery can store, measured in Watt-hours (Wh), and it determines the scooter’s maximum range on a single charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\t\n\t\t150-500 Watt-hours<\/div>\n\t\tElectric scooter watt-hours<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tHow many Watts-hours do budget electric scooter motors have?<\/div>\n\t\tBudget scooters usually have 150-500 Watt-hours, offering a range of 9 and 25 mi \/ 15 and 40 km.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
In contrast, the most powerful and expensive scooters<\/a> with great ranges can go well over 60 mi \/ 100 kilometers on a single charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Manufacturers may provide battery metrics like capacity in Ampere-hours (Ah) and voltage<\/a> in Volts (V). To find the battery’s energy storage capacity in Watt-hours (Wh), multiply Ah by V using this formula:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n
1 Wh<\/em> = 1 Ah * 1 V<\/strong><\/p>\nFormula for battery energy storage capacity<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
You can see the battery calculators to convert between these: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- battery Watt-hour calculator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- battery voltage calculator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- battery Amp-hour calculator<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
To extend the range, manufacturers can raise either the Ampere-hours or the Volts of the battery, which increases its capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How much battery capacity do electric scooters have?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
On average, electric scooters have a 700-watt-hour battery capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Smaller batteries may have 100 Wh, while larger ones can go up to 3000 Wh. Most commuter scooters range from 250 to 700 Wh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter voltage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nVoltage can be a bit complex, but for this guide, we’ll offer a simple explanation: Voltage determines how quickly energy moves between electrical components \u2013 higher voltage means faster transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The energy in the electric scooter system moves in a direction as such:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Power outlet -> Charger -> Battery -> Motor<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electrical components like the charger and battery have input and output voltages. The motor only has an input voltage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Battery voltage is usually referred to as output voltage and commonly ranges from 36V to 48V. High-powered scooters use higher voltages to meet the motor’s energy needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Motor input voltage is rarely specified, usually matching or slightly lower than the battery output voltage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chargers have both input and output voltages \u2013 input determines how fast it draws power from the grid, while output affects the charging speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Overvolting an electric scooter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nOvervolting an electric scooter can mean: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- replacing the original battery with one with a higher voltage<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- adding an extra battery <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
These factors can lead to increased voltage, which means more battery capacity and potentially more motor power. Ensure your motor can handle the higher voltage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\t\n\t\t47 Volts<\/div>\n\t\tavg. scooter voltage<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tHow much voltage do electric scooter batteries have?<\/h3>\n\t\t
Electric scooter batteries have 47 Volts on average. Most of the popular electric scooters will have either 24 V, 36 V, 48 V, or 52 V batteries.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
The battery with the highest voltage currently is the Rion2 RE90, which has 96 Volts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter torque<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In electric scooters, torque measures the motor’s work capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More torque<\/a> means higher top speed and better climbing ability. Torque is the force that causes rotation and is measured in Newton-meters (Nm).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s rarely specified by scooter manufacturers, making it one of the least discussed performance metrics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter charging time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nCharging time is the duration to go from empty to full battery, assuming the battery isn’t too old, as performance declines over time, increasing charge time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Manufacturers typically provide charge times, and you can calculate it if you know the charger’s current (in Amperes, “A”), battery capacity (in Watt-hours, “Wh”), and charging efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The formula then looks like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n
Charging time (h) = Battery energy capacity (Ah) \/ [Charger current (A) * Charging efficiency (%)]<\/em> <\/strong><\/p>\nThe formula for calculating the charging time for your electric scooter<\/em> <\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
See the electric scooter charging time calculator<\/a> for a simpler way to figure this out for your scooter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\t\n\t\t3-8 hours<\/div>\n\t\tavg. scooter charging time<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tHow much time does it take to charge an electric scooter?<\/h3>\n\t\t
Electric scooters typically take 3 to 8 hours to fully charge, with some outliers ranging from 1 to 25 hours. On average, it’s about 8 hours.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
To determine your scooter’s specific charge time and enhance battery life, refer to the full guide on electric scooter charge time<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The big picture of electric scooter performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Electricity flow in electric scooter components<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Take a broad look at the electric scooter components and their interplay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This illustration explains the power flow through these components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter top-speed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The scooter’s top speed is the maximum it can reach in ideal test conditions, often differing from real-world use. Tests involve new scooters on flat, obstacle-free roads with a 165 lbs \/ 75 kg rider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the real world, you will rarely ride on a smooth and straight road, without having to stop and a lot of people weigh more than 165 lbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite ideal test conditions, all manufacturers test similarly for competitive advertising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Expect your scooter to reach its advertised top speed, but slight variations can occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\t\n\t\t25.86 mph<\/div>\n\t\tavg. scooter speed<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\tHow fast can electric scooters go?<\/h3>\n\t\t
The average electric scooter’s top speed is about 25.86 mph \/ 41.62 kmh, but this is influenced by the fastest racing scooters hitting up to 100 mph \/ 160 kmh.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
Budget scooters usually top out between 15-25 mph \/ 25-40 kmh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A scooter can come with a speed limitation installed<\/a> so that it abides by local traffic laws<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, many scooters will come limited to 15 mph \/ 25 kmh, even though they are able to reach much higher speeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter range<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Electric scooter range is the distance it can travel on one battery charge. Manufacturers often base these values on ideal conditions, using the most energy-efficient scooter mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In reality, you won’t always ride in this mode, so your actual range can vary due to your riding style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- battery voltage calculator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- battery Watt-hour calculator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n