The front brake was a simple caliper, similar to that on bicycles. Under the deck, the specifications noted that there were two lead-acid batteries. The E100’s motor turns the rear wheel with a chain drive. Lead-acid batteries, the same type used for decades to power starter motors in cars, seemed a little primitive to me in this era, when lithium-ion appears in most electronics. The E100 lacked much of anything beyond its brake, accelerator and kickstand.
In comparison, the MegaWheels S5 offers up to 13 miles on a charge while being notably cheaper. There is an opening to lock this scooter with a bicycle lock or chain, though I did not feel comfortable locking this up in a public place to test it out. Well, there’s the slight difference in top speed – ranging from 16 kph (10 mph) for the E90, to 19.3 kph (12 mph) for the E200. But the performance isn’t revolutionary and it doesn’t really offer anything you can’t get in another scooter, outside of the awesome design. So if nostalgia is high on your list, the Razor Icon probably should be too.
For an electric scooter with this price tag, you’d expect more, to be honest. It seems to be a common theme with Razor that most of their scooters have a low range. On April Fools’ Day, 2022, we published an article about Segway’s new 43 MPH scooter, which despite everything odd about that pairing was not an April Fools’ joke.
The E300 is as excellent as its predecessors – only super-sized. From its super-sized deck and frame to the 250-watt, high-torque, single-speed, chain-driven motor, the Razor E300 is designed to excite. Whether you’re meeting friends, or just cruising around, teen and adult riders will find big time thrills at speeds up to 15 mph (24 km/h). The 100-watt motor powers razor scooter 120-pound kids at speeds up to 10 mph and the handbrake brings it to a stop. The lead-acid battery charges in four to six hours and lasts for up to 40 minutes of continuous use. It is one of the cheapest electric scooters on the market, delivers hours of fun and comes in multiple colors so you’ll be able to choose the perfect model for your son or daughter.
The foot deck of the E100 is 7.75″ wide, which is plenty of space for riders maxing out at 120 lbs. The E200 and E300 both have fuller decks for larger riders. Electric scooters are more expensive than traditional scooters because they have motors and large batteries. Be aware, however, that they are still basically toys and Razor is not a luxury brand. We’ve had our own issues with our E100 (keep reading!) and we’ve heard lots of stories of scooters that just stop working or never work out of the box. To charge this scooter, you’ll have to find the plug under the base, move the cover aside, and plug in.
The Icon’s front headlight is mounted pretty low to the ground — just above the front wheel — so it provides some, but not great, visibility in darker conditions. I did like the rear brake lights, which are nicely integrated into the rear of the Icon’s frame. A small red LED display on the right handlebar shows your speed and battery life, and it has two buttons to turn the scooter on and off, and to activate its head and tail lights. Among the best electric scooters, it’s definitely a standout compared to its peers.