Maximum Achievable Range: Important notes:
The maximum range is a figure provided by the manufacturer, and is usually based on a 60kg max rider, on a flat track in ideal conditions e.g. no wind, constant speed. Real-world factors like hills, heavy acceleration, higher speeds and heavier riders will heavily impact the achievable range. For a more accurate figure of range expectation for you personally, refer to this calculator
https://electrotraveller.com/electric-scooter-range-calculator/
Where can you ride? Important things to consider:
Laws and enforcement of those laws affecting use of personal electric vehicles (scooters, ebikes, electric motorbikes) are subject to change in NZ. To the letter of the law at the time of this updated notice (April 2025), The NZTA advises vehicles producing over 300w power output are not compliant to use on public roads, pavements and cycleways. The degree to which that is enforced seems to vary a lot, and from experience, seems to depend on how the vehicle is operated. Public and personal safety are considerations to take seriously. ALL our products are sold on the basis that the new owner takes full responsibility and liability for the operation of their vehicle, and Electric Scooter Shop Limited, its owners and its staff take no liability for the use of any product purchased from us. That means that technically the majority of products are sold ‘off-road use only’.
How can you help?
We have engaged with the NZTA via the Minister For Transport with a proposal that all power output restrictions and classifications become nullified in favour of a speed-limit regime across all areas in which ebikes and escooters can operate. We feel it is far more easily enforceable, and does not prejudice those who need a little extra power to get themselves around, whether that be through being a bigger rider, or living somewhere not dead flat (which is most of New Zealand). We invite you to also advocate through your local MP and also the AA (who have made an almost identical proposal under their own volition) to push for more favourable regulation of our preferred means of transport. We know we are doing the right thing!
Riding Safely:
At the time of writing (April 2025), helmets are not compulsory for escooter use. We do however VERY strongly recommend use of a helmet at all times, preferably a full-face option for maximum protection, as well as use of gloves and full-length protective clothing. NEVER take your hands off the handlebars when operating your scooter, and ‘share with care’ wherever you ride.