Features
Best All-Round Commuter Scooter in its Price Range
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THE BEST DRIDER 8
The urban electric scooter with improved design, upgraded hydraulic rear suspension, more power, and improved anti splash mud guard.
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POWERFUL AND FAST
The rear 48V 600W scooter motor with a 20A controller delivers max output of >800W, top speed of 30 mph, and tackles up to 10% inclines.
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WELL BUILT
Classic design with durable materials make for a durable and long lasting electric scooter.
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LONG RANGE
The high efficiency Li-ion battery delivers a range of up to 30 miles (13Ah).
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PORTABLE
Handlebar and the front stem fold down quickly to take the scooter on a train or store away at home. 40 pounds can still be carried with ease.
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LOADED WITH FEATURES
Bright LED head and tail lights, regenerative braking, advanced display throttle combination with loads of info and customizations.
Escooter rating
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portability
higher scores mean higher portability: lower weight & smaller footprint when folded
Heavy & BulkyUltra Portable -
Power
higher scores mean higher power: stronger acceleration & higher topspeed
Rental ScooterExtreme -
Range
higher scores mean longer range: the amount of miles you can go on a full charge
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RIDE QUALITY
higher scores mean better overall ride quality due to better suspension systems and larger tires (also better off-road capacity)
DecentButtery Smooth
HIGHLIGHTS
Best Value Commuter Scooter
- All round talent at affordable price
- 30+ mph top speed & up to 30 miles range
- Sleek all-black design
Use Case
Portable Scooter For Inner City Rides
Most Reliable In The Rain
While we did not invest in an IP rating for the Drider 8, it is the scooter from our portfolio that has the least problems with water damage. The display is IP66 rated. The two fenders do an excellent job in keeping the water down. And the deck openings are protected with silicone.
Intuitive Cockpit
The display with three riding gears allows for ample customizations such as zero start and cruise control. It comes with a smooth to operate thumb throttle. The maintenance free rear drum brake is effective and triggers brake lighting. Triple front and dual rear LEDs ensure good visibility at night. We recommend a handlebar height headlight like the DRIDER flash for extended night rides.
Best In Class Portability
The grip above the rear wheel allows for an easy pick up of your scooter without foling it down. The scooter folds down in seconds, the steering column locks in place for easy one-handed carry. For a minimal footprint you can collapse the handlebars as well.
Dual Suspension
In this price range, dual suspension is a rarity. The Drider 8 delivers a smooth and stable ride even on rougher road conditions. For an optimal stance, you can adjust the handlebar height to your liking. And you can use the rear handle as your foot rest.
Classic Design
The matt black finish with subtle branding makes for an understated look. It's rather classic in design but due to its outstanding reliablity with many riders reporting thousands of miles, we are shying away from changing any of the proven components
How It Compares
The DRIDER 8 is our best selling all-round commuter scooter. It is more powerful and has better ride quality than a rental scooter
ALTERNATIVES:
- on a tight budget and ok with lower range and less speed?NANROBOT D4+ 3.0
- nicer design and 10 lb lighter, check out theZERO 9 E Scooter
- an all-rounder in the next higher category, check out theDRIDER 8 MAX
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- Top Speed
- Power
- Battery
- Vehicle Weight
- Power
- Range
- Weight limit
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DRIDER 8
$599.00
- 30 MPH
- 500 Watt
- 48V 13Ah
- 42 lbs
- Yes
- 500 Watt
- 25 Miles
- Excellent
- Yes
- Solid Tire
- LCD
- 120 Kg
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NANROBOT D4+ 3.0
$1,469.00
- 40 mph
- 2000W
- 52V 23.4Ah Lithium-Ion
- 330 lbs
- 2000W
- 40 miles*
- 330 lbs
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ZERO 9 E Scooter
$899.00
- 25 MPH
- 600 W
- 48V 13Ah
- 220lbs
- 600 W
- 25 Miles
- 220lbs
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DRIDER 8 MAX
$499.99
- 20 MPH
- 350 W
- 36v 15AH
- 18.7 kg
- Yes
- 350 W
- 40.4 Miles
- Smooth Ride
- Yes
- 10-inch Tubeless Self-sealing Tire
- Acceleration Throttle
- 120 Kg
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Top Speed
30+ mph
Power
600W base / 800W peak
Range*
27+ miles
Battery
48V 18Ah (499 Wh)
Weight
42 lbs
Tires
8" rear solid, 8.5" front air
Drive
rear wheel drive
Suspension
front spring & rear dual spring
Charging Time
5-6h with incl. charger
Weight Limit
265 lbs
Physical Brakes
rear drum brake + regen
Electric Braking
adjustable regen. braking
Lights
front and rear LED
Throttle
trigger throttle
Display
QS-S4 (on throttle)
Folded
38.6 x 7.1 x 14.6 inch”
Unfolded
42.5 x 23.2 x 46.8 inch
Scooter Weight
42 lbs
Box Size
41.25x9x16.5
Box Weight
47 lbs
Since range of electric scooters varies greatly by riding style and rider weight, here are some examples for this particular model so you can judge:
30 miles
Optimal Conditions (165 lb rider, 15 mph constant speed, 13Ah variant)
This is the range you can get under optimal conditions. Usually manufacturers quote this type of range. We expect real world range to be lower since you will not go at constant slow speed.
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