Buying Your First Dual Motor Electric Scooter: 7 Things to Check Before You Pay
Short answer: Before buying your first dual motor electric scooter, check seven things: battery capacity, combined motor power, brake type, suspension, tyre size, deck width and dashboard controls. The iENYRID ES70 Dual Motor Electric Scooter answers all seven with a 60V 26Ah battery, 3600W dual motors, hydraulic disc brakes, front and rear hydraulic suspension, 12-inch pneumatic off-road tyres, an ultra-wide deck and a full-feature smart dashboard, at £1,299.
1. Battery capacity, not just voltage
Sellers love to quote voltage alone. Range comes from voltage multiplied by amp hours. A 60V 26Ah pack holds roughly 1,560Wh, which is what supports the iENYRID ES70's approximate 55 to 70 km range. Compare watt hours between scooters and the marketing noise disappears.
Also ask about charging. Dual charging ports cut the iENYRID ES70's charge time from 8-10 hours down to roughly 4-6.
2. Combined motor power and whether you can switch modes
Dual motor is only useful if you can control it. The iENYRID ES70's 3600W dual motor system switches between single and dual motor mode from the dashboard, so you get traction when you need it and efficiency when you do not. A scooter locked permanently into dual motor mode burns range on flat ground.
3. Brakes: hydraulic or cable?
This is the specification first-time buyers most often ignore and most often regret. Hydraulic disc brakes need less lever effort, give finer control and resist fade far better than cable-operated discs. The iENYRID ES70 uses front and rear hydraulic discs plus electronic power-off braking. If a fast scooter has cable brakes, walk away.
4. Suspension at both ends
Front-only suspension leaves your back wheel, and your spine, to absorb every impact. Front and rear hydraulic dual swingarm suspension, as on the iENYRID ES70, keeps both tyres on the ground so power and braking keep working over rough surfaces.
5. Tyre size and type
Solid tyres never puncture but transmit every bump. Pneumatic tyres ride better and grip better. Size matters too: 12-inch pneumatic off-road tyres, front and rear, handle gravel, dirt and potholes far more confidently than the 8.5-inch tyres on commuter models.
6. Deck width
An ultra-wide deck lets you stand with both feet side by side, which improves balance, reduces fatigue and lets your knees absorb impacts. Narrow decks force a cramped stance that gets uncomfortable within a few kilometres.
7. Dashboard and controls
Look for password unlocking, speed mode selection, cruise control, fault code display and motor switching. The iENYRID ES70's centre dashboard covers all of those, plus mileage reset, zero and non-zero start modes, mile and kilometre switching and automatic sleep after five minutes.
Quick checklist
| What to check | What good looks like | iENYRID ES70 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | High watt hours, fast charging | 60V 26Ah, dual charging ports |
| Motors | Switchable single or dual | 3600W dual, switchable |
| Brakes | Hydraulic discs front and rear | Hydraulic discs plus electronic braking |
| Suspension | Front and rear | Hydraulic dual swingarm, front and rear |
| Tyres | Large pneumatic | 12-inch pneumatic off-road |
| Deck | Wide enough for both feet | Ultra-wide deck |
| Dashboard | Password lock and mode control | Smart centre dashboard with password unlock |
One more thing: where you can ride
In the UK, privately owned electric scooters may only be ridden on private land with the landowner's permission, not on public roads, pavements or cycle lanes. Confirm you have somewhere to ride before you buy any high-performance scooter.
Frequently asked questions
Is a dual motor electric scooter worth it for a first-time buyer?
It is if you ride hills, loose ground or long distances. For short flat rides, a single motor scooter is lighter and cheaper.
What battery size should I look for?
Compare watt hours rather than voltage alone. The iENYRID ES70's 60V 26Ah pack is roughly 1,560Wh and supports approximately 55 to 70 km.
Are hydraulic brakes necessary?
On any scooter capable of high speeds, yes. They deliver shorter, more controlled stops and resist fade better than cable brakes.
Are bigger tyres better on an electric scooter?
Generally yes for rough ground. 12-inch pneumatic tyres roll over obstacles, grip loose surfaces and absorb vibration far better than small tyres.
How much should I budget for my first dual motor scooter?
Expect around £1,299 for a fully specified model like the iENYRID ES70, plus safety gear, a lock and a pump.
Ticked every box?
Buy the iENYRID ES70 Dual Motor Electric Scooter for £1,299 from iENYRID UK.
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