All electric scooters have a battery. The main parameter that everyone is interested in is the capacity. This characteristic is indicated in Wh (Watt-hours) or Ah (Ampere-hours) and indicates the maximum amount of energy that can be stored in a new, fully charged battery. The capacity value affects how far you can travel on a single charge. But you should not count on the same indicators after each charge. Why? Now let's list a few reasons:
Battery capacity: The capacity of the electric scooter's battery determines how much energy can be stored in the battery. The larger the capacity, the greater the distance you can travel on a single charge.
Speed and riding mode: Using energy-saving mode or lower speed can increase the distance you can travel on a single charge. High speed requires more energy, so higher speeds can reduce the range of the trip.
Weight, height and type of terrain: The weight and height of the user also affect the distance. More weight - more power is spent on movement, and greater height causes more resistance against the wind. The incline, the presence of slopes, the type of road surface - all these can affect the energy consumption.
Battery condition: All batteries lose their original characteristics over time. The older the battery, the less capacity and power it has over time, which can also reduce the maximum driving distance.
Temperature: Battery performance can vary depending on the ambient temperature. Extreme temperatures (too low or too high) can affect battery performance.
Speed: Higher speed driving modes consume more energy, which in turn reduces the expected autonomy.
To extend the life of the battery, try to follow a few simple rules:
- do not allow the battery to completely discharge;
- do not use the scooter in freezing or extremely hot weather;
- store the scooter in a dry and cool place.
