We live in the XXI century - the time of innovative technologies and scientific and technological progress. Today, there is a large selection of different vehicles that make life more mobile - they help to get to the right place, bypassing endless city traffic jams. In addition, they contribute to the preservation of a good environment. We are talking about gyro scooters and electric scooters. We will talk about which is better, determine the advantages of each type of movement and the criteria for their choice.
Electric scooter
First you need to figure out what each of the above vehicles is, what are their advantages and disadvantages. Let's start with the electric scooter, which visually looks like an ordinary scooter, but it has, of course, differences.
The electric scooter is distinguished by technical characteristics and functionality. Its main structural elements are:
- clearance;
- suspension;
- drive unit;
- steering wheel;
- wheels (their number may be different);
- deck (foot area).
The range and selection of electric scooter models is quite diverse. There are even models that, in addition to the main components, are also equipped with a seat.
Separately, I would like to note the advantages of this vehicle.
- Small dimensions. Almost all models are folding or semi-folding design, so the scooter does not take up much space.
- High maneuverability. A scooter will pass where a motorcycle or car will not pass.
- Light weight. Only expensive and high-speed models of electric scooters have a mass of more than 20-30 kilograms. The weight of the structure depends on the manufacturer, model and materials of which the product is made.
- Overcoming fairly long distances without recharging (from 20 to 50 or more kilometers).
- May develop speed from 20 to 55 km / h.
- Possibility of charging from a conventional outlet. A special cord that is included in the kit is connected on one side to a 220 volt outlet, and the other to the battery.
- Environmental friendliness. An electric scooter is a safe vehicle for both human health and the environment.
It is also worth noting that if the battery completely discharges on the way, you should not be upset, because you can ride an electric scooter like an ordinary scooter - pushing off with your foot.
In addition, special permissions or rights are not required to drive this transport. Even children can ride it.
As for the shortcomings, they are practically not found. The only thing I would like to note is the high cost of electric models.
When choosing an electric scooter, it is worth considering the following criteria:
- carrying capacity (usually 50-70 kg, but there are models - up to 120 kg);
- power (the duration of the ride without recharging depends on it);
- weight of transport;
- diameter of wheels and materials for their manufacture;
- clearance parameters;
- what material the body is made of;
- steering wheel functionality (it is advisable to choose a model with the ability to adjust it);
- the presence of a seat.
Hoverboard
This device is today the most modern and popular means of transportation for people of different ages.
Visually, the gyro scooter is a two-wheeled platform in which an electric motor is mounted. The maximum speed that he can develop is 15 km / h.
Many experts and users claim that this is one of the safest means of transportation, which is very easy to learn to ride.
The scooter has the following advantages:
- compactness and light weight;
- environmental friendliness;
- general availability (the cost of a hoverboard is quite affordable);
- maneuverability - (the device easily overcomes even bad sections of the road or sidewalk);
- Suitable for both children and adults (even with a fairly dense physique);
- ease of management and development (within half an hour you can learn to ride this type of transport).
Defining and speaking about the advantages, it is also necessary to point out the disadvantages so that the picture is complete. So, the disadvantages of a hovercraft include:
- lack of seating and the ability to install it;
- because of the hard wheels, vehicles shake strongly when driving on rough roads, which is not a comfortable factor;
- Only one person can ride a scooter.
If the battery runs out, then this “innovative technique” will become completely useless - it will have to be transported somehow to its destination.
The choice
Now let's talk about how to choose a hoverboard. Several important criteria should be considered.
- Wheel diameter. If the purchase is for a child, it is enough that the wheel size is 4.5 inches, a teenager - 6.5, and an adult - 8 or 10.
- Weight designs.
- The speed that a gyro scooter can reach. It is advisable for a child to buy a model with a speed limit of 8 km / h, and an adult from 15 to 40 km / h.
- The size of the hoverboard. The choice will be influenced by personal preferences.
- Manufacturer. It will be better if he is known only on the good side.
Some models are equipped with a backlight and speakers that connect to the phone via bluetooth, which allow you to listen to music while moving, that is, combine business with pleasure.
To say exactly what is better to get - an electric scooter, which is a more familiar means of transportation, or a new-fashioned hoverboard - there is no way, because all people are different and everyone likes their own. Moreover, now models of electric scooters and hoverboards are offered in a large assortment.
On what to choose: a gyro scooter or an electric scooter, you will see further.
