Comparison MOTAX 1500W vs Fulu MK1

The general type of vehicle determines the overall arrangement as well as some application specifics.

— Electric scooterbike. Vehicles of this type are outwardly almost indistinguishable from classic motor scooters. In particular, they have a relatively small footwell and a rather large ledge above the rear wheel; on this ledge is the seat, and inside is the motor. The only difference from classic scooters is that an electric motor is used instead of an internal combustion engine.

— Minibike. Minibikes are rather peculiar electric vehicles that look like slightly improved and weighted kick scooters: two very wide wheels, a platform for feet, a small seat and a handlebar. In terms of technical parameters, such as maximum speed and range, minibikes are not inferior to electric scooterbikes. However, low ground clearance and modest depreciation make minibikes demanding on the road surface, and the absence of turn indicators in most models makes them unsuitable for highways. The perfect options for such transport are parks, pedestrian and bicycle zones, narrow streets of the historical centre and other similar locations.

— Electric motorcycle. Such vehicles differ from traditional motorcycles only in the use of electric motors instead of internal combustion engines. Like traditional motorcycles, they can be of different types and have differ...ent specializations — in particular, among electric motorcycles there are enduro and cross models.

— Electric car. Electric cars are similar in design to cars: they have 4 wheels, an enclosed interior, appropriate controls (steering wheel, pedals) and seats. The main difference from full-fledged cars (including electric ones) is their miniature size: units of this type are often designed for one or two passengers with a minimum of luggage (although there are also larger models). However, in many countries, according to the SDA, such vehicles fall under the category of cars. Electric cars are noticeably more expensive than other electric vehicles, but they also provide the appropriate comfort: you do not need to keep your balance, and the closed cabin protects the driver from bad weather.

— Electric tricycle. Quite a rare category of electric transport. Electric tricycles, by the name, have three wheels; but otherwise, they are usually similar to the minibikes described above — the design has a large platform and a relatively small seat. The three-wheel layout makes such units very stable, they do not require kickstands, and the design most often has a basket on the front. At the same time, for several reasons, electric tricycles are not very common.

The maximum additional weight that a vehicle is designed to carry is, in fact, the weight of the payload that it is allowed to carry.

The maximum load includes both the passenger himself and the things he carries. In this case, the value is usually indicated based on a flat road and a quiet ride. So, ideally, it is best to have a maximum weight margin of at least 10-15 kg — this will give an additional guarantee in case of emergencies, such as a wheel falling into a pothole.

The range of a vehicle is the distance it can travel on a single battery charge.

Note that the range usually indicates the value for perfect operating conditions: driving at optimal speed with a small load, flat road, no ups and downs, etc. The actual range may differ from the claimed one, sometimes quite noticeably. In addition, to improve range, manufacturers can deliberately use low-power motors that consume little energy.

The highest speed that a vehicle can reach.

When choosing according to this parameter, it is worth considering that in dense city traffic, it is rarely possible to accelerate faster than 40 km/h; so if the vehicle is bought mainly for a comfortable ride through traffic jams, then there is no need to look for a high-speed model. In addition, for the same motor power, low speed means more torque, which makes it easier to climb hills.

The number of wheels the vehicle is equipped with.

This parameter is directly related to the type (see the relevant paragraph): by definition, tricycles have three wheels, electric cars have four, and other varieties have two. It should be noted that two-wheeled transport is the most compact, manoeuvrable and convenient in traffic jams. On the other hand, you need to keep balance on two wheels, which requires a certain skill and creates additional risk when driving.

tThe diameter of the wheels used in the vehicle. For models with wheels of different sizes, the largest diameter is usually indicated, other data can be specified in the notes.

For electric scooterbikes, the traditional size is a modest 10"; larger sizes are also found — up to 16". Among minibikes, large 18" wheels are more common. Electric motorcycles have small wheels — an average of 12 – 14". Among electric tricycles, a combination of a large front wheel with small rear wheels is often found — for example, 16 "and 4" each, respectively.

The large diameter allows you to roll over the bumps on the road, overcome rather large obstacles and maintain speed longer when coasting; on the other hand, such wheels require more torque from the engine, they accelerate worse and reduce the maximum speed of the unit. Small wheels, on the contrary, accelerate well and also provide good manoeuvrability, but they are intended mainly for flat roads.

The maximum incline that the vehicle can overcome.

Most vehicles, even the most inexpensive ones, can cope with angles of 10 – 12 ° without problems. So you should pay special attention to this parameter only if you have to deal with very steep slopes.

It is also worth mentioning that on road signs the angle of elevation is usually indicated not in degrees, but as a percentage. This means that to evaluate the capabilities of a particular unit, it may be necessary to convert degrees to percentages or vice versa. For this, there are special tables and calculators.

Vehicle clearance.

Clearance is the distance from the ground to the lowest point of the vehicle (excluding wheels). Roughly speaking, this is the highest height of an object that can fit under the vehicle without being hit the body.

The higher the clearance — the higher the obstacles that the unit can cope with, the lower the likelihood that when overcoming another pothole or bump, the body will touch the ground. On the other hand, low ground clearance lowers the centre of gravity and improves overall stability; so for roads with high-quality pavement and other flat surfaces, it is the smaller clearance that is considered optimal.

Wheelbase of the vehicle.

This term shows the distance between the wheels, more precisely, between the axles of the wheels. This size is one of the key parameters for any motorcycle, it determines not only the overall dimensions of the vehicle but also some of the features of the movement. So, a small wheelbase reduces the turning radius and makes the vehicle more manoeuvrable; at the same time, a longer vehicle will be more stable and predictable in corners.