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Civilized (motor-scooters): eGO-2 Cycle, Forsen, EVT, GreenEmotor, E-Max, Lepton, Sol Gato
Additional scooters in this category may be found at EVfinder.com


eGO Cycle 2 (Classic, LX and SE)

Not quite a bike, scooter, or moped, but the best of all three.

The eGO Cycle 2 is easy to ride like a bicycle, designed to get the job done, and built to last.

The eGO chassis is sculpture in motion. Precision tooled T6000 aircraft-grade aluminum is precisely aligned and TIG welded into an incredibly strong yet arrestingly beautiful monocoque chassis with room inside to hold batteries, electronics, and drive components. The chassis is heat treated, sand blasted and silver anodized for strength, scratch resistance and exceptional durability.

The eGO Cycle 2 comes in three versions - Classic, LX and SE. The eGO Classic is perfect for casual commuters, errand runners and for RV users. The eGO LX is designed for daily commuters and errand runners who will be driving in moderate to heavy traffic. The LX is fully equipped for registration in any state and includes front and rear turn signals, left grip lighting, turn signal and horn controls, backlit speedometer/odometer. The SE replaces the LX's spoked wheels by using sleek 5-spoke alloy rims.

All eGO Cycle 2 models can go 23 mph in "Go Fast" mode and up to 25 miles in "Go Far" mode. (Add 50% more range with the Extended Range Battery Pack (XR Pack) accessory.) Acceleration is 0 to 20 mph in less than 4 seconds. Relaxing the throttle automatically activates the regenerative braking feature and brake light. For more stopping power, there's a front disc brake and a rear caliper brake.


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eGO scooters can only be obtained from an authorized dealer as drop-shipping to the customer is prohibited. Assembly involves a few simple steps, and can be accomplished using the tools included with the package. Also, there is an excellent instruction manual describing the assembly procedure and lots of other technical and service information as well.

eGO Vehicles, LLC offers detailed information about their products at: http://egovehicles.com/products/north-america/
Be sure to check out their accessories and options.

EVdeals offers an extensive report and numerous dynamometer/road tests at:
http://www.evdeals.com/DynoData.htm/DynoeGO.htm

Retail prices range from $1400 to $2100 + shipping. Available from:

Forsen

The Forsen is the first compact scooter in the business to offer room for 2 riders!!

These scooters are made for older teens and adults who want reliable short-to-medium range transportation that is not limited by hills. This is the first compact scooter in the business to offer room for 2 riders! The Forsen scooter is street legal and complies with European EEC and USA DOT guidelines (headlight, brake light, and turn signals). Built in Taiwan, known for quality manufacturing, the Forsen's unique controller technology provides real performance and greatly increased hill climbing. The specially designed instrument panel (with mileage and level-of-charge indicator) shows the current speed, distance traveled and remaining power level in your battery.

This is a heavy duty electric scooter capable of traveling at 18 - 20 mph with a 175-lb. rider -- and do it for 20 - 25 miles. This scooter really can handle two riders (total weight of 350 lbs.) with no problem! The key to such performance is a 1200-watt motor and a 24V/40Ah battery supply which is 3 - 4 times larger than most scooters! Easily handles most off road conditions. Features include full suspension, front disk brake, and 5-amp quick charger. Quiet belt drive includes automatic belt tensioner for 4X longer belt life. The Forsen can run on 1, 2 or 3 battery packs. Comes with a full one year warranty.

Forsen offers detailed information thumbnail links to large photos of details at: http://egovehicles.com/products/north-america/

Priced about $1500 - $2300 depending on choice of lead-acid, NiMH or Lithium battery pack.

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Electric Vehicle Transportation (EVT)

The implementation of the 48 Volt, Direct Drive Hub Motor in conjunction with The Intelligent System Controller has allowed the construction of a Totally Electric Scooter (The EVT- 4000e pictured here) that obtained first place in the category of "Electric Scooters" in the German Solar Vehicle Championship Year 2000 and Year 2001, sponsored by the Solar-Vehicle Federation of Germany. Likewise, The Taiwan Electric Vehicle Association on February 25, 2000, awarded The EVT-4000e with the first place in the "Eyewitness For the Electric Scooter Cruising Range Race" when it outperformed all other electric scooters by cruising for 81 kilometers (50 miles). In fact, the EVT Electric Scooters won first, second and third places in this long-range distance competition.

Rides and handles like a Vespa type scooter, and will (reportedly) top out at 42 MPH with a 130 pound rider. Handling is very solid due to full suspension system, disk brakes at the rear and drum up front. The power rating of the hub motor is 1500 watts, same as the Voloci.

Other Models:
EVT 168, EVT 168 3-wheeler
EVT 150, EVT 4000e 3-wheeler



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Here's a set of plans for a street legal, affordable, and dependable solar powered scooter. The PV panels fold in for driving, and out for charging. Don rides the scooter 5 miles to work each day, and can fold the panels out for charging the battery while parked at work.
http://www.builditsolar.com/Projects/PV/pvscooter.htm

Green E-Motor

Take it to work, take it to school. Even take it grocery shopping. GreenEmotor offers 2 styles, 5 colors, and 2 motor sizes. With one year warranty and technical support they stand behind these 100% electric, DOT approved, street legal scooters. DOT features include headlights (high- and low-beam), taillights, stop light, turn signals, horn and brake-activated motor shut-off. Additionally, the "passing light" feature causes the headlights to flash on and off to get attention of other drivers. Full suspension offers a smooth ride for one or two passengers with a combined weight of 400 lbs. The dual-mode drive set to "climbing mode" will take a 260-lb. rider up all but the steepest San Francisco hills. Climbing mode is also helpful by extending your range once the battery level drops below 50%.

GreenEmotor offers one of the best solutions available for America's dependence on foreign oil. This energy-conscious company specializes in the design and development of zero emission scooters. Their scooters are both emission-free and powerable with home-grown electrons.

e-Cruiser and e-Runner 160

  • Standard 1600 watt sealed brushless DC motors
  • 4X12 V /40A Silicon Lead-Acid battery (optional) Lithium-Ion battery for light weight and extended battery life.
  • Charger output 48 V/3.5A or 48V/10A (optional) power supply 110V
  • Maximum speed up to 30 mph
  • Distance between charge up to 50 Miles
  • Maximum climb slope 20% zero start
  • Weight of scooter 245 Lb
  • Maximum passenger weight 350 Lb
  • Brakes: disc (front) drum (rear)
  • Oil pressure (hydraulic) shocks, front and rear
  • Storage space in rear and under seat , (optional) rack adapter
  • Warranty: One year exclude physical damages and the wear and tear items (tires/bulbs,etc.) battery warranty is limited to 5,000 mile or 6 month, whichever occurs earlier.
  • High/low headlight beam (LED light optional)
  • No gear shift required

e-Cruiser and e-Runner 220

  • Standard 2200 watt sealed brushless DC motors
  • 5X12V /40A Silicon Lead-Acid battery (optional) Lithium-Ion battery for light weight and extended battery life.
  • Charger output 60 V/3.5A or 60V/10A (optional) power supply 110V
  • Maximum speed up to 42 mph (30 mph in CA)
  • Distance between charge up to 50 Miles
  • Maximum climb slope 20% zero start
  • Weight of scooter 285 Lb
  • Maximum passenger weight 400 Lb
  • Brakes: disc (front) drum (rear)
  • Oil pressure (hydraulic) shocks, front and rear
  • Storage space in rear and under seat , (optional) rack adapter
  • Warranty: One year exclude physical damages and the wear and tear items (tires/bulbs,etc.) battery warranty is limited to 5,000 mile or 6 month, whichever occurs earlier.
  • High/low headlight beam (LED light optional)
  • No gear shift required

GreenEmotor scooters are designed for minimum maintenance. Start by replacing a complex gas motor with an electric motor that has only one moving part. By placing the motor in the hub of the rear wheel, there's no need for a chain or belt, and no to need to adjust or maintain them. The motor is brushless, so there's no motor brushes to replace or cause wear-related problems. All parts are available and factory technicians are ready to answer questions and, if necessary, fix your scooter. Your one-year unlimited mileage warranty covers both parts and labor for all parts except the consumables (batteries, tires, light bulbs and brake pads). This combination of design, parts availability and warranty ensures that your investment will continue to run and pay dividends far into the future.

The battery charger is external rather than integrated into the scooter. This allows you to buy a faster charger or a second charger for work. An external charger does cost you some space in the under-seat compartment. Use any standard 110VAC outlet to charge your scooter.

Unlike electric bicycles, these motor scooters require a driver's license (with an M2 sticker) and, possibly, insurance. Because the speed is kept to 30 mph or less, only a bicycle helmet is required.

Storage includes a glove compartment (behind the headlight), an under-seat compartment, and a small rack at the rear of the seat. The stock rack can be replaced with a larger rack and one cubic-foot storage box that mounts solidly to the frame of the scooter. People also carry stuff on the floor between their legs. An optional windscreen (fairing) is planned along with other customizing options.

For out-of-area orders, these scooters arrive almost ready-to-go. Remove the packaging, charge the battery pack, install the side mirrors and rear wheel guards (with the included tools), adjust the rear brake if necessary (just turn a knob with your fingers), and it's ready to roll.

Delivery available to anywhere in the U. S. Shipping costs start at $200 for locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Call with your ZIP code for a shipping quote. Financing is available through a third party.

For more photos and information, see http://www.greenemotor.com

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Lepton

LEPTON can travel speeds up to 25 MPH with a range of 15 to 30 miles per charge, depending on rider weight and driving conditions. The scooter falls into a moped classification, requiring a driver's license and moped registration. The LEPTON has all the amenities of regular scooters: variable grip throttle, suspension, front and rear brakes, lights, turn signals, horn, full instrumentation, padded seat, and rear cargo rack. Standard equipment includes maintenance-free batteries, built-in charger, economy and performance modes, helmet storage, and luggage rack. The LEPTON recharges at any household outlet; just plug it in like a cell phone. Includes a one-year limited warranty.

The Lepton

  • complies with U.S. D.O.T. safety regulations which insure brakes, lights and other safety and performance characteristics meet minimum requirements.
  • offers superior quality -- from the paint finish to the quality of parts.
  • was designed in Italy by Oxygen and Atala, two companies with excellent experience providing scooters to the European market.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Warranty: 6 months
Top Speed: 25 mph
Range: 15-30 miles(24-48Km)
(25 miles with SLA, 30 miles with Ni-Zn batteries)
Recharge Time: 6 hours (20% to 95%)
Motor:
  • Make & Type DC, Brush, Permanent Magnet
  • Max. Power (watt) 2,000 watt
  • Continuous Power (watt) 1,000 watt
  • On-board battery charger
  • Cooling Convection

Controller:

  • Make & Type PWM
  • Max./Cont. Power (watts)
  • Throttle Control (type) Variable - twist grip

Battery Pack:

  • Make & Type Lead-Acid, AGM type OR new Ni-Zn batteries
  • Amp-Hour capacity 38 Ahr (or 40Ah on Ni-Zn battery pack)
  • Pack Voltage 48 vdc

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E-MAX

E-MAX Electric Scooter - Range, Power and Great Design


Is it the ‘Ideal Second Car’? - Small and easy to use, scooters have long been popular in cities in Europe, Asia, and Latin America. But lately, the economics of scootering has helped them gain fans here in the U.S. With a final bill that won't exceed most credit-card limits, an E-Max electric scooter makes a great substitute for a car or an ideal spare vehicle for errands.

E-MAX is a two seat electric scooter powered by 8 x 12V silicone batteries arranged in two parallel 48V strings which drive a 1500W or 2000W hub motor. E-Max can reach a top speed of 28mph (33 mph for SP2000 model), so should be registered as a moped in most states. The range is reliably close to 30 miles (40 miles SP 2000), so can be driven 15-20 miles each way with no need to recharge in between trips. The Silicone batteries can be recharged at least 400 times which will give battery life for about 12,500 miles. Disk brakes on the front and drum brakes on the rear provide excellent stopping power. The maximum payload of 330lbs will handle a rider and passenger without a problem.

“Early reports are quite positive — apparently the claimed performance (speed and range) are accurate and that the build quality is excellent.” – Tree Hugger.com

Tried and proven, the German e-Max has true global influence. E-MAX GGC has distribution facilities in Unterschleissheim, Germany as well as Sweden, Greece, The Netherlands, Australia and now the U.S.A.! 95% of e-Max production is performed by GGC (German People) in the E-MAX Scooter facility in China. All decisions regarding production and development are German. All parts have been tested by a German technical laboratory (TUV).

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Sol Gato

A true sit-down scooter! Clean, fast, fun transportation! The current state of the art in clean, quiet transportation, the Sol Gato operates at 24 volts DC with a range of 15-20 miles between charges with the included lead-acid battery pack. This is a true scooter, with a top speed of 20-25 mph – not a portable fold-up model – and may require licensing depending upon local traffic laws. The Sol Gato comes with a white body, completely assembled and ready to ride.

Specifications:

  • Top Speed: up to 30 mph
  • Range: Up to 20 miles
  • Battery: Flooded lead-acid battery pack (included)
  • Charger: 110 volt (included)
  • Options:
  • Red or Blue body, $200
  • Advanced Battery Pack: $330 (if purchased with scooter)
  • Advanced Battery Pack: $380 (purchased separately)
  • Wire Basket (mounts to rear carrier bar): $29.95
  • Saddle Bags: $175
  • Enclosed Carrier Basket with lock: $180
  • Battery Fuel Gauge: $125

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