Move away, electric skate scooter, there is a new kid in town. Although it may not be the sleekest around, it has a single advantage. You can recharge it with a single cartridge.
In fact I think you can say reload instead of recharge since it has nothing to charge. There is no battery. Only a propane driven engine. By using a 16.4 oz propane canister, you can easily replace it when it is empty. Here is the video.
The project is currently on Kickstarter. I believe it is ready for International supporters. I don’t think the propane canister is popular in Singapore. I don’t remember I have seen it before. If you know, do let me know.
Some features of this ProGo 3000 Propane Powered Motor Scooter
Features
- EPA AND CAPB Approved / California Legal
- Easy pull start
- Lightweight
- 2-3 hours run time per 16.4oz propane canister
- Folds for convenient carrying and storage
- No Choke, No priming, and No carburetor gum-up
- No winterizing
- Rugged steel frame
- Front and rear disk brakes
Technical Specifications
- Engine: 25cc 4-stroke
- Fuel Type: Propane
- Start up: Pull start engine
- Acceleration: Thumb throttle
- Brakes: Disk
- Tire size: 8 inch
- Speed: Up to 20 mph
- Dry Weight: 35 lb.
- Frame: Steel
- Max Weight: 250 lb.
- Run Time: 2-3 hours / 30-40 miles
But before you jump into this, you have to know that it is a 25cc 4 stroke engine and it might cause some noise. And also, you will need to pull to start the engine. Not very impressive in my opinion. I wonder what maintenance is needed on the engine.
The Kickstarter project is on-going. Go check it out.
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