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(More customer reviews)"Is it heavy?"
"Yes."
"Then put it down, it's expensive."
Yes, this scooter is heavy. And yeah, it's expensive. But it's worth it. I have a gas model as well, but it's far too noisy to ride at night. I can cruise up and down the street on this at 3 AM, and not bother a soul.
The front disc brake is incredibly responsive. I've already had to perform a few "emergency stops," and the brake worked just fine. I weigh 220 lbs, and this scooter doesn't seem to be straining to move or stop me, which I like.
Another reviewer mentioned that this scooter seems like something that someone would build in their backyard. I completely disagree with that statement. This has a solid frame, folding handlebars (which allow you to carry the scooter like a suitcase), a motor that will propel you to 20 mph (18 or 19 if you're my weight), mechanical disc brake that actually WORKS, and the throttle has three indicator LEDs to let you know the status of your batteries.
This is not a thrown-together garage project. This is a finely crafted (in the USA), well-finished product. Oh, and Go-Ped's customer service is absolutely top notch. If something's wrong, they'll make it right.
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Go-Ped ESR750EX Electric Powered City Scooter (Multiple Colors)Whether you're looking for a more energy-efficient way to cruise the neighborhood or you just love yourself a little scooter style, the Go-Ped ESR750EX electric scooter is an ideal choice. The 2008 version of the city scooter includes a host of improvements over earlier incarnations, including an innovative self-adjusting chain tensioner, significantly thicker and more powerful rare Earth magnets, and a higher rpm operation to improve efficiency. Add these improvements to the original design--which won the 2004 Electric Scooter of the Year award from Electric Scooter World--and you have a terrific long-range scooter for both adults and kids.
The scooter owes its powerful performance to its ESR engine, which is equipped with a robust and well-proven DC brush-type motor with an "Electro Head" finned heat sink. The motor is capable of producing more than 1 horsepower in continuous operation and reaching top speeds of more than 20 miles per hour (in Turbo mode), with thrilling levels of acceleration. The high output also helps the scooter tackle steep hills with ease--a rarity among many electric scooters. The auto-adjusting chain tensioner, meanwhile, incorporates a longer, spring-loaded slot with consistent yet gentle slack elimination to effortlessly stop chain derailments. In the process, the chain adjuster accommodates greater chain "slactitudes" commonly found with various sprocket combinations and changing chain conditions.
From a purely functional perspective, the ESR750EX offers two performance modes and an electronic controller. The rider can choose the Econo mode to go twice as far, half as fast (12 miles per hour), or select the Turbo mode to reach speeds of 20-plus miles per hour. The Turbo mode offers a range of roughly eight miles per charge, while the Econo mode checks in at roughly 12-plus miles. Once you arrive at your destination, simply plug the scooter into any 110-volt or 220-volt household power outlet and its onboard "smart charger" will take over. The ESR750EX is also equipped with a computerized, programmable variable-speed controller. With a wide variety of EPROM (Eraseable Programmable Read Only Memory) functions, the controller gives the user the freedom to do not only onboard diagnostics, but also customize performance.
Other features include an aircraft-quality Chromyl frame, a patented cantilevered Chromyl fork, pneumatic 10-inch TT tires, magnesium rims, and a Mad Dog disc braking system. And at only 59 pounds, the ESR750EX still offers the best range-to-weight ratio of any electric scooter in the world. Equipped with a folding frame for easy transport and storage, the ESR750EX measures 48 by 41 by 18 inches (W x H x D) and offers a weight capacity of 400 pounds.
Specifications:
Motor: 24V Brush D/C with aluminum heat sink
Maximum Speed: 20 miles per hour (turbo mode)
Dual Performance: Turbo and economy Modes
Batteries (4) 12V SLA (sealed lead acid)
11Ah @ 10hr rate, 6Ah @ 15min rate
Power Controller: Advanced computerized and programmable variable speed controller
Charger On board smart charger 110v-240v capability
Range Econo Mode: 12+ miles / Turbo Mode: 8 miles
Transmission: Chain drive
Assembled Dimensions: 48 inches long by 18 inches wide by 41 inches tall
Folded Dimensions: 48 inches long by 18 inches wide by 17 inches tall
Weight: 59 pounds
Maximum Load: 400 pounds
Frame: Aircraft-quality 4130 Chromyl frame
Fork: Patented cantilevered aircraft-quality 4130 Chromyl fork
Handlebar: 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum
Tires: Pneumatic 10" TT
Rims: Magnesium
Front Brake: Mad Dog disc braking system
Folding: Effortless folding feature for easy storage and carrying
Heavy duty rear axle
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