Two major developments are expected on electric scooters in 2023. The first being better resistance of the products to water . The second is also borrowed from the design of self-service electric scooters , namely the removable battery .
But is it nevertheless essential? Should you invest in a scooter with a removable battery? What are the best models? We answer your questions in this buying guide for the best electric scooters with removable battery.
What are the advantages of removable battery?
What's the point of being able to simply remove the battery when the advantage of the electric scooter is precisely that it is easily transportable? There are several reasons for this. Here are the 4 main advantages of the electric scooter with removable lithium battery
1 - The risk of theft is low
Leaving your electric scooter unattended is very risky on public roads. But without its battery, your vehicle immediately becomes less attractive to thieves. The battery is one of the main elements on this machine. In addition, almost half the price of an electric scooter comes from its battery.
It is then easy to understand that the interest in stealing an electric scooter without a battery is immediately much lower. This is one of the first advantages of this type of product.
2 - Protecting your battery from the cold
The lithium battery of an electric scooter is also particularly sensitive to cold . In order to best preserve the cell capacities, it is preferable to store the battery in a dry, room temperature place.
If you are one of the users who leave their scooter in the garage or in a bike room, the electric scooter with removable battery may be a good alternative for you.
This way your lithium battery will conserve its cells as best as possible to maintain maximum autonomy over the long term. Preserving the battery of an electric scooter is a way of using your two wheels for as long as possible.
Weebot also encourages you to consult our guide on daily maintenance of the electric scooter , in order to preserve your vehicle.
3 - Easy to recharge
Not everyone has the space to store their electric scooter near a power outlet. The removable battery solution is to be able to reduce clutter in your home. Also practical if you are on a high floor without an elevator.
No need to carry the kilos of your electric scooter at arm's length. Less fatigue by only taking your vehicle's battery to take home. Placed in a corner, the removable battery takes up little space so it can be easily recharged. This gives you a better chance of returning to 100% energy the next time you use it.
4 - To have a backup battery
Being able to easily remove the battery from your electric vehicle is also an advantage when purchasing a second battery . For example, you can leave a removable battery at your workplace. So you are sure to leave with a full battery at the end of the day, without having to carry a charger with you.
Simply swap the discharged battery with the one that is at 100% to instantly regain the maximum autonomy of the electric scooter. No more particularly long battery charging time on certain electric scooters. But this requires a higher investment, given the relatively high price of a battery.
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Buying guide for electric scooters with removable battery
Weebot has selected 3 completely different models on the French market which deserve your attention if you absolutely want an electric scooter with a removable battery. Here is our buying guide if you plan to buy an electric scooter with removable battery.
Dualtron Storm Electric Scooter
This vehicle is clearly not for everyone. The Dualtron Storm is one of the most powerful electric scooters on the market. But unlike its comrades, this one has the advantage of having a removable battery. A point that can make all the difference when it is not possible to transport the 46 kg of this machine home.
To charge the battery you will still have to lift its weight of 12.5 kg alone. Almost as much as the weight of some scooters in this buying guide. In terms of speed, it is possible to reach 100 km/h, for around 100 km of autonomy (in eco mode).
The vehicle from the manufacturer Minimotors has characteristics close to the best on the market with its 11-inch tires and its hydraulic braking.
A competition electric scooter but which has low weight. Its price is particularly excessive (it costs more than €4,000) and its water resistance is rather low given its elements.
If the 72V 31.5Ah lithium battery is removable, it is not really very easy to put it back in your deck. This is due to the particularly difficult connector cable to insert (seen in our unboxing of the Dualtron Storm below).
Highlights of the Dualtron Storm
- a powerful electric scooter
- fairly high manufacturing quality
- great autonomy
- the only powerful scooter with a removable battery
Weak Points of the Dualtron Storm
- very heavy weight of the battery (12.5 kg)
- battery not easy to put back in place
- its price
- very very long charging time (21 hours with the standard charger)
Onemile S8 Electric Scooter
The Onemile Model S8 is a 350W electric scooter equipped with a removable 36V 10.5 Ah battery. The French brand Onemile based in the east of the country offers with its Model S8 a vehicle with a maximum speed of up to 25 km/h while offering around 20 km of autonomy as specified by the test at Les Numeriques . Correct characteristics for an urban scooter with a rear disc brake and 8.5 inch inflatable tires.
For just under €800, the Onemile S8 has an atypical look with its battery housed in the stem. Using a key, it is possible to unlock the lithium battery to easily take it with you. We then avoid having to transport the 12.5 kg of the machine.
Unfortunately the finishes are not really there and spoil the good characteristics present on paper. The charging time of the removable battery is rather slow (5h20) for only 20 km of autonomy.
Highlights of the Onemile S8
- a weight of only 12.5 kg
- a look that stands out from the standards
- a rear disc brake for safety when braking
Weak Points of the Onemile S8
- too bulky once folded
- too low autonomy
- manufacturing quality
- road behavior
Moovway Flexwheel electric scooter
In a style as urban as the Onemile, we find the Flexwheel model from Moovway. This is equipped with large 10-inch tires for better cushioning but also improved driving comfort.
With its 350 motor and its 36V 7.5Ah battery, this electric scooter is only intended for the city. Too limited by its battery, you will not be able to travel more than 15 to 20 km. All at a top speed of 25 km/h.
The Moovway Flexwheel weighs 16kg and has a rear disc brake in addition to the electromagnetic brake in the motor wheel. In view of its affordable price (399€) we can only advise you to buy it only with a second battery.
Highlights of the Moovway Flexwheel
- easily accessible battery
- 10-inch inflatable big wheels
Weak Points of the Moovway Flexwheel
- famished autonomy
- a not very attractive look
- its manufacturing quality
