1. Battery capacity and type
The battery is one of the key factors that determine the range of the Small Lightweight Electric Scooter. Generally speaking, the larger the battery capacity, the more power it can store, which can provide more lasting power for the scooter. For example, a scooter with a 10Ah battery usually has a longer range than a scooter with a 5Ah battery. In addition, the battery type is also important. Common lithium batteries have a higher energy density and can store more power at the same volume and weight than lead-acid batteries, which helps to improve the range. Moreover, batteries of different quality grades also have differences in range performance. High-quality batteries have more advantages in charging and discharging efficiency and power retention.
2. Rider weight and riding style
The rider's weight has a significant impact on the range of the Small Lightweight Electric Scooter. A heavier rider will increase the load of the scooter, and the motor will need to consume more power to drive, which will shorten the range. For example, a rider weighing 50 kg will have a certain percentage more range when using a scooter than a rider weighing 80 kg. The riding style should not be ignored either. Frequent acceleration, braking and high-speed driving will increase energy consumption. Driving at a constant speed can make the motor work at a relatively stable power, reduce unnecessary power loss, and help extend the cruising range. When accelerating suddenly, the motor needs to output a large power instantly, and when braking, the energy consumed by the previous acceleration is also wasted.
3. Road conditions
Road conditions are an important external factor affecting the cruising range. Flat roads allow scooters to travel at lower energy consumption, while on rugged roads, such as potholes or gravel roads, the tires of scooters need to overcome greater resistance, and the energy consumption of the motor will increase significantly. In addition, the uphill section has a particularly significant impact on the cruising range. During the climbing process, the motor needs to overcome gravity to do work, consuming a lot of electricity. Frequent ups and downs will significantly reduce the cruising range. On the contrary, if the gliding and energy recovery systems (if any) are used reasonably when going downhill, the cruising range can be increased to a certain extent.
4. Environmental factors and vehicle configuration
Ambient temperature has a great impact on battery performance and cruising range. In low temperature environments, the chemical reaction rate of the battery slows down, the battery capacity will be reduced, and the cruising range will also be reduced. In high temperature environments, the self-discharge rate of the battery may increase, and long-term high temperature may damage the battery life and performance. In addition, other configurations of the Small Lightweight Electric Scooter are also related to the cruising range, such as the type and air pressure of the tires. Tires with low rolling resistance and appropriate air pressure can reduce driving resistance and increase cruising range. There is also the efficiency of the motor. An efficient motor can more effectively convert electrical energy into mechanical energy, reduce energy loss, and thus extend the cruising range.
