Electric scooter (adult)
Gotrax Electric Scooter for Adults
The Gotrax Electric Scooter for Adults lists a 500W motor, 20 mph, 38 miles of claimed range at $699.99. Our physics estimate for a 180 lb rider at 15 mph on flat ground is about 30.649 miles per charge. The listing does not state a max load, so confirm it before a heavier rider buys. Its 500W motor holds about 7.6 mph on a 10 percent grade with a 180 lb rider.
Gotrax Electric Scooter for Adults specifications
| Type | Electric scooter (adult) |
| Brand | Gotrax |
| Price at last check | $699.99 |
| Motor (rated) | 500W |
| Top speed | 20 mph |
| Claimed range | 38 miles |
| Tires | 10 in |
Parsed from the Amazon listing's own title and feature bullets. Not stated on the listing: max load; check before you buy.
How far will the Gotrax Electric Scooter for Adults really go?
Real range from an estimated 616 Wh (the claimed range at our catalog median of 16.2 Wh per claimed mile), on flat ground in warm weather, by rider weight and cruising speed. Same physics as the range calculator.
| Rider | 10 mph | 15 mph | 20 mph |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 49.58 mi | 32.452 mi | 21.935 mi |
| 200 lb | 42.869 mi | 29.447 mi | 20.533 mi |
| 250 lb | 37.761 mi | 26.943 mi | 19.231 mi |
Will the Gotrax Electric Scooter for Adults go up a hill?
Speed held on rated power (500W) with a 180 lb rider. Below about 6 mph expect to kick-assist; below 3 mph it will not reliably make the hill. Check your own hill in the hill climb calculator.
| Grade | Speed held |
|---|---|
| 5% (2.9 degrees) | 12 mph |
| 10% (5.7 degrees) | 7.6 mph |
| 15% (8.5 degrees) | 5.4 mph |
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Prices change often; the button shows today's price on Amazon.
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Questions riders ask
How far does the Gotrax Electric Scooter for Adults go on a charge?
The listing claims 38 miles. Claims assume a 165 lb rider at eco speed on flat ground. Our physics estimate for a 180 lb rider cruising at 15 mph is about 30.649 miles; cold weather takes another 10 to 30 percent and hills more. Run your own numbers in the range calculator.
What is the weight limit of the Gotrax Electric Scooter for Adults?
The listing we read does not state a max load. Ask the seller or check the manual before buying for a heavier rider; common ratings are 220, 265 and 300 lb for adult scooters and 110 to 176 lb for kids models.
Can the Gotrax Electric Scooter for Adults climb hills?
With its 500W rated motor and a 180 lb rider, physics puts it at about 12 mph on a 5 percent grade, 7.6 mph on 10 percent and 5.4 mph on 15 percent. Short hills can borrow peak power; long ones cannot. The hill climb calculator takes your exact grade and weight.
What helmet should I wear with the Gotrax Electric Scooter for Adults?
A CPSC-certified bike helmet at minimum; for commuting, one with built-in lights and MIPS is worth the extra. Size it by head circumference with the helmet size calculator.
Wear a helmet every ride, and check your state and city rules on age, speed and where scooters may ride. This page is researched guidance, not professional, legal or medical advice. Specifications come from each product listing and can change; confirm on the listing before you buy.