With higher maximum speeds and higher handlebars, these electric scooters are best for kids who are developmentally ready to go faster and have a little more adventure on their scooter. The all-aluminum Razor Icon is like the DeLorean of electric scooters. Its shininess and lack of paint really makes it stand out from competing models. Razor sent me a version with orange wheels, hand grips and a big orange Razor logo on the deck — and I can say, if you’re going to buy one of these scooters, pick the boldest color you can find. However, its pristine look quickly becomes marred with dirt, as I found out.
With a 15 mph max and an LED screen to monitor speed, the Swagtron Swagger 8 was the most “grown up” scooter we tested. Our athletic and older testers preferred this electric scooter for older kids because it could go so much faster than the others. With a front plastic wheel, it’s a bumpier ride than the air tire of the E100, but its hub motor (vs chain driven motor) is less likely to need maintenance. If your child is confident and athletic, you’re better off with a slightly faster scooter. Our daredevil 5-year-old girl would only ride the Swagtron SK1 in short bursts; her excitement level dwindled quickly because it was too slow for her (even though it was her first electric scooter).
Its long-range 36V lithium-ion battery will take you up to 15 miles on a single charge. Battery dropped over 20% in less than 3 minutes in an area where parking was not permitted. Haven’t reviewed all of my experiences, but it seem razor has let their scooter deteriorate the point the ride is not smooth and very poor. Customer service is very short and does not take the time to discuss your concerns.
As with any massively popular electronic gadget, the Razor E200 is not without issues, and there are a few things you should be aware of if you’re considering buying it. It is fair to say that the scooter has seen a lot of improvements over the years (especially last year), and the vast majority of the defects have been addressed by Razor. The seat is not sold separately, as the standard version does not come prepared to support it, so you have to decide before buying if you want the seated version. If you believe you or your child may want it at some point, it’s better to get the seated version, as the seat is easy to install or remove as needed. Finally, one common piece of equipment that may be necessary for this scooter is a lock. If you believe that the person using this scooter will have to lock their scooter frequently, check out my guide on electric scooter locks.
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These razor electric scooters are built for kids, so the makers expect rough use from the riders. Keeping this in mind, the manufacturers have invested in creating a sturdy steel frame body. Unless the e-scooter is dropped from a great height or run over by a truck, it’ll last for years. Razor scooters are some of the few chain-drive electric scooters available today (most electric scooters today have hub motors, integrated inside the wheels).
Rubber pnuematic (air) wheels provide better traction than urethane wheels, and much better cushioning. The Razor E100 is the only kids electric scooter to even offer air tires anymore. While most electric scooters razor hoverboards for kids have one or the other, a few of the higher-end scooters have both hand and foot brakes. Hand brakes tend to stop the scooter more quickly, while foot brakes can be used for a gradual slow down.