Scooters are popular means of transport among their users for their practicality, their performance but also their ergonomics. They can be used at any age and by everyone provided they respect the regulations in force. Each scooter has its own attributes in order to convince a specific audience. If you are the sporty type, you will tend to turn to powerful scooters for example. And if you are the cautious type, opting for an electric scooter with a key would be a wise choice! Weebot tells you more.
What is an electric scooter with key for?
The electric scooter with key is very useful for thwarting the plans of potential thieves by making their task more difficult and longer. Indeed, unlike scooters or motorcycles, scooters are much easier to transport and therefore to steal.
With a scooter with key you can protect your vehicle further. Electric scooters with a key only start if the set of keys given to you with the vehicle is inserted into the lock to turn on the ignition. This is a kind of anti-theft device installed by default in your vehicle.
You must still pay attention to your keys which are often given in pairs when purchasing a scooter with a key. When you lose two keys you will be forced to invest again in a key connector.
How to start a scooter with a key?
When you have a scooter with a key, you also have additional protection against possible theft. Most scooters with keys are equipped with a screen displaying all the information about your electric scooter. You will therefore have direct and clear visibility of the condition of your electric vehicle, in all circumstances without taking your eyes off the road.
Starting your electric scooter is also easier. All you have to do is position the key then turn on the ignition to turn on the display. The connector is connected to the main cable of the device which is why the device can turn on and operate normally. Please note that your vehicle will not start without a key, so you must make sure you have it with you.
Some precautions to take
Although an electric scooter with a key protects you a little more against possible theft, you must remain on your guard. You must immediately remove your keys from your vehicle once stopped, even if you are nearby, to ensure that it is not stolen. The ignition key is an additional protection device but it is preferable to combine it with another protection mechanism in order to have greater peace of mind. Weebot offers other advice if you want to protect your vehicle as best as possible:
- Never leave your scooter outside at night unattended.
- We therefore recommend to invest in anti-theft of your choice for your electric scooter.
- Always attach your scooter to a fixed and sturdy point, preferably anchored to the ground.
- If you have to leave your scooter outside, it is preferable that it be in a place where there is traffic.
- Even if you are in an enclosed area such as a garage or an entrance hall, you are not safe from theft. We therefore recommend that you attach your electric scooter even indoors.
Our selection of the best key scooters
It is not always easy to find an electric scooter model that suits you. Indeed, there are some key scooters on the market but not all of them have the same features. You must therefore take the time to learn about each model. Weebot has therefore compiled a list of the best key scooters on the market to help you make your choice:
The Weebot Zephyr electric scooter
The Weebot Zephyr electric scooter can reach a maximum speed of 65 km/h on private roads for an average range of 80 km and a recharge time of almost 10 hours.
Despite its relatively light weight of 29 kg, it can support a load of 130 kg, without this having any impact on its performance. In addition, thanks to its 10-inch front and rear inflatable wheels as well as its rear and front spring suspensions, you will enjoy optimal driving comfort.
Thanks to its 52V 18.2 Ah Lithium-Ion battery as well as its 2 x 1000W Brushless BLDC motor, your scooter can tackle slopes of up to 28%. The scooter also has 3 different driving modes.
This is a scooter where safety dominates! In addition to having a key start system, this scooter has front and rear hydraulic disc brakes as well as a front and rear headlight lighting system.
The Weebot Anoki electric scooter
The Weebot Anoki scooter is a key-operated scooter that can reach a top speed of nearly 35 km/h for a range of 30 km. This is the ideal electric scooter for city trips as it only takes 6 hours to recharge.
Very light, this scooter weighs only 17 kg for a weight of 100 kg. Thanks to its 350W (36V) motor and its LG 36V 10.4Ah (374 Wh) Lithium-Ion battery, it can climb slopes of almost 22%.
It has additional features that will make your life easier as a user. It is equipped with an LCD screen which will allow you to know all the information about your vehicle. This scooter can also ride in light showers because it responds to the waterproof standard IP54.
You will also have unparalleled driving comfort thanks to its metal and plastic front mudguard, 8.5-inch front and rear inflatable tires as well as rear suspensions which absorb road shocks.
Finally, your safety will be ensured by its rear drum brakes and its front and rear LED headlights which will make you visible in all circumstances.
The Kaboo Skywalker electric scooter
Thanks to its Lithium-Ion Samsung LG 60V 13 Ah battery and its 1000W Brushles motors the Kaboo Skywalker electric scooter can reach a speed of 55 km/h on private land for a range of 45 km. You will be able to travel long distances and recharge your vehicle in just 7 hours.
Despite its light weight of 23 kg, this scooter can support loads of nearly 120 kg, even on a 25% slope. Despite a heavy load, you still benefit from optimal road comfort thanks to its 10 x 3.0 inch inflatable front and rear wheels and its tightened front and rear suspensions.
Finally, thanks to its front and rear disc brakes as well as its front and rear headlights, you will enjoy safe driving day and night. You will also protect your scooter from possible theft thanks to its key start system.
A more affordable alternative: the key switch
If you do not want to invest in a scooter with key, you can also invest in a key switch. The most practical would be to opt for a universal key connector. All you have to do is connect it to your scooter regardless of its model or battery type and then start your scooter using this key switch. You will be able to see the real-time voltage of the battery as well as the remaining battery of your electric scooter displayed.
Please note that you will not be able to start your vehicle if you do not have a key. Although most keyed connectors have duplicate keys, it is essential to keep them safe. If you lose both keys you will be forced to invest in a new connector. In addition, when you are driving, the key will not fall out of the vehicle. If you are careful, you will be able to take advantage of this economical alternative which provides you with the same protection as if you had purchased a scooter with a key.
How to install it?
The installation is not very complicated to do yourself. Weebot presents the steps to follow to be able to install a key connector yourself:
- First, unscrew the display from the handlebars of your scooter. This will allow you to carry out the operation much more easily.
- Then open the display of your scooter to cut and strip the two wheel and black cables located there.
- Then, pass the 3 red, black and green cables inside the display through the entrance provided to connect the red wire from the key switch to the red wire connected to the display. Note that this operation can be carried out by welding or by twisting the cables
- Connect the green wire from the key switch to the remaining red wire from the display then connect the three black wires together.
- Once this step has been completed, all you have to do is close everything and install the display and the key switch on the handlebars.
Of course, if this seems too complicated to you, you can ask our Weebot technicians to carry out this operation for you in one of our Weebot service centers
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FAQ
What to do when you lose the key to your electric scooter?
Each scooter with key comes with two keys. So, if you lose one you can always have a second one left. On the other hand, if you lose both, you will have to invest in a new key switch so be careful!
What should I do if my scooter doesn't turn on when I start it with my key?
If your scooter does not turn on despite its key start, then there may be a problem with your battery. It is possible that it is simply discharged or, in the worst case, damaged. In this specific case, you will need to repair your battery by changing it quickly.
Conclusion
Electric scooters have been designed to be easy to use and easy to transport. This advantage can easily turn into disadvantages because they make scooters a prime prey for thieves. This is why we recommend investing in keyed scooters for added protection. To be sure that your vehicle is safe, you can also invest in an anti-theft device for electric scooters. You will be able to regain your peace of mind during your stops in town by just adopting the right reflexes!