Driving a powerful electric scooter, such as , requires significantly more skill than riding a city model. With a peak power of over 13 kW, a weight of over 60 kg and speeds of up to 105 km/h, mistakes can have serious consequences.

This article focuses on riding techniques that will help you control power and maintain stability.

Important note: Riding a powerful scooter requires full motorcycle-level protective equipment (full-face helmet, jacket/shell, gloves, knee pads).

1. Foundation: Posture and Weight Control

It all starts with the correct body position.

• "Surfer's stance" (Athletic stance): Feet are always placed one behind the other on the deck. Never place your feet parallel .
• Bend your knees: Your legs are your main suspension. Keep your knees slightly bent.
• Working with weight:
  • Acceleration: Compensate for inertia by leaning your body forward slightly.
  • Braking: Compensate for inertia by actively shifting your weight back.

2. Scenario 1: Emergency Braking

This is the most important skill for safety.

Consequence of the error: Front wheel locking, leading to an instant fall over the handlebars.

Causes of errors: Sharply pressing the front brake on straight legs without shifting weight.

Solution: Safe Braking Technique

1. Braking initiation (EABS): Gently press the brake levers to activate EABS (electronic brake).
2. Shifting the center of gravity (Critical!): Simultaneously with the start of braking, actively shift your body weight as far back and down as possible.
3. Body position: Imagine you are trying to sit behind the rear wheel. Your arms should be almost completely straight. This takes the load off the front wheel and puts the load on the rear wheel.
4. Metered mechanical braking: Smoothly apply pressure to both hydraulic brake levers.

Recommendations (Slippery surfaces): On slippery roads, start braking much earlier. Set the EABS level low to avoid locking the motor wheel.

3. Scenario 2: Acceleration Control and Power Management

With the huge torque, the scooter can easily get out of control.

Consequence of the error: Sharp wheel slippage, loss of control.

Causes of errors: Pressing the throttle trigger sharply to the maximum; the rider is not ready to compensate for the acceleration.

Solution: Controlled Acceleration Technique

1. Stance and Compensation: Before accelerating, bend your knees and lean your torso forward slightly.
2. Smoothness: Pull the throttle smoothly. Sine wave controllers help make the start smoother, but the power is still huge.
3. Using modes: Start moving at lower power modes.
4. Traction Control (ESP): Make sure the traction control system is activated.

4. Scenario 3: Taking Turns

Consequence of the error: Front wheel wear or rear wheel skidding and falling.

Causes of errors: Excessive speed on entry; braking or accelerating in a turn.

Solution: The Turn Technique

1. Preparation: Reduce speed before entering the turn. All braking should be completed in a straight line.
2. Passing: Lean the scooter smoothly into the turn. Keep the throttle steady or coast.
3. On slippery surfaces (Counter-leaning): If traction is low, keep the scooter as vertical as possible. Turn the handlebars smoothly and move your body to the outside of the turn. This minimizes the risk of slipping.

Recommendations: Properly adjusted adjustable suspension is key to cornering stability.

5. Scenario 4: High Speed ​​and Wobbles

Wobbing is an uncontrolled side-to-side oscillation of the steering wheel that occurs at high speeds (60+ km/h).

Consequence of the error: Complete loss of control and fall.

Causes of errors: Too strong a grip on the steering wheel (tense hands); riding with straight legs; incorrect suspension settings (rebounding too quickly).

Solution: Stabilization at Speed

1. Relaxation: Hold the steering wheel firmly, but keep your arms relaxed at the elbows. Your knees bent.
2. Responding to wobbling: If wobbling begins, do not brake abruptly or try to stop it by force. Slowly release the throttle and allow the scooter to slow down.
3. Suspension Adjustment: Make sure your suspension rebound is set correctly.

Recommendations (Critical for Hyper-scooters):

• Installing a Steering Damper: This is a device that dampens sudden steering wheel vibrations. For scooters that reach speeds over 60 km/h, installing a damper is a highly recommended safety upgrade.