The 5 Best Electric Scooters for Kids

Why would any Kid want an Electric Scooter?

Put this question to any ten year old and they will think you are crazy. They don't want a scooter they need one!

When you watch the neighbors kids zipping by on their latest Razor you can understand why. Why didn't they have these when I was a kid?

Are They Safe?

Mostly they have top speeds of less than fifteen miles an hour- and only ten for younger kids. This is no quicker than a normal bicycle and they cannot go any faster downhill. They are certainly not heavy enough to crush little legs. If your child is OK with an ordinary scooter or cycle they should be fine with an electric model.

Practical Uses?

There must be some. Please drop suggestions in the comment box below!

How to Choose

It isn't often that one company wraps up any market more or less completely but when it comes to kid's electric scooters, Razor is dominant- with only modest competition from Currie Technologies. The alternatives to these 2 quality brands are cheap imports that look like they might just fall to pieces if they hit a bump.

The good news is that Razor make great scooters and the choice is enormous. There are sensible scooters, glamorous scooters, outrageous scooters and machines that look like a tiny goblin might have conjured them from the mists of hell. Currie Technologies offer a worthwhile alternative if you want a really solid construction.

Electric Scooter Prices

Razors start from around $90 online. The more outrageous machines can be around $300. Curry technologies offer very robust and popular machines for older teens at around $400.

Read the Buyer Reviews for Electric Scooters!

You usually save money if you buy online but even if you want to buy in a store, it is worth looking through the reviews at places like Target or Amazon. People who spend money will certainly tell you if they are anything less than delighted.

The 5 Best Models

Razor E100, E200 and E300 Series

Some kids won't sit down when it's fun time. They like to stand and this could be the scooter for them. Handlebar height is adjustable on all these machines,

• The E100 is for 8 years and up and has a top speed of 10mph.
• The E200 is for 12 years and up and will carry.220 pounds at speeds up to 12mph, It is 9 inches wide x 17 inches long x 38.2 inches high.
• The E300 is also for 12 years and older and will carry 220 pounds but has a more powerful motor and can mange 15 mph. It has a generous frame size of 41 inches long by 17 inches wide by 42 inches tall and is suitable for bigger kids.

The motors on these machines are quiet. Even when they are travelling up a hill you can hardly here anything from across the street- so you won't be getting complaints from the neighbors.

The controls are no challenge for a child who has mastered a bicycle. There is a throttle on the hand grip which gives a smooth and easily controllable acceleration. The brake is on the other grip. You need to kick off before the engine engages so no unexpected or jerky starts are possible- a valuable safety feature.

With Seats?

For a few dollars more you can buy these scooters with seats,

Currie Technologies e-Zip

The E750 is popular with teens of all ages. It is a practical way to get about and has a range of about 12 miles. Top speed is 15 miles per hour.

It is a stronger construction than the Razor E300 and has better front suspension giving a smoother ride. The tyres are also bigger than the E300- 12 inches compared to 8 inches, The max weight it can carry is 260 pounds, so there is no problem with school bags or shopping.

The price, as you might have guessed, reflects the extra advantages.

Pocket Mod

It's no secret that this one appeals to girls more than boys. There is something about the Italian Vespa styling that exudes sophistication. This is a scooter to drive around Rome. It also looks good on a trip to the store.

It has a top speed of 15 mph and will travel 10 miles on a single charge. The manufacturers recommend them for kids of 12 and older but that hasn't stopped many younger kids jumping on. The 150 lb weight limit doesn't always stop Dads borrowing them too (and looking very silly!).

There is a useful storage space under the seat.

Razor Rocket

If this was any bigger it would scare any parent of a pre-teen to death. Luckily, the looks are great but the top speed is only 15 miles an hour. That can still seem very fast so don't forget the safety gear.

Are they popular? I wouldn't leave one unattended for too long.

Dirt Bike

If I was ten this is the bike I would want. This one has attitude without looking lethal.

It has twelve inch knobbly tyres, a double crown fork and offers a good ride on rough terrain.

Unlike gas motocross bikes for kids it is quiet and reliable.

A surprising number of girls will go for this model.

How to Assemble one of these Babies

We all hate doing it but it is less difficult to assemble these machines than you might think. The video below gives you an idea of what is entailed with Razor E range

A Couple of things You might Need with any Scooter

Safety issues are always important where kids are involved. A helmet is the most important thing, of course. Gloves plus knee and elbow protecters will probably make you feel happier if your kid is a daredevil on wheels.

Getting kids to wear them can be a pain. If you choose the latest and most desirable fashion item head gear and clothes it will help your cause.