Ultra Cool Gadgets

Get around with power and style on this cool electric scooter by Razor. Featuring a super-size deck and frame for riders ages 12 and older, the E300 can reach speeds of up to 15 miles per hour thanks to its high-performance, ultra-quiet chain-drive motor. The scooter also includes a pair of extra-wide 10-inch pneumatic tires to ensure a smooth ride while you zip around the neighborhood.
Other details include variable speed acceleration, a twist-grip throttle, and a rechargeable battery that delivers up to 45 minutes of continuous use per charge (the battery requires roughly eight hours of charge time). The charger and tools are included with the E300, though riders should note that some assembly is required.
The buyer and rider of the E300 scooter are responsible for knowing and obeying all local, state, and federal regulations regarding the riding and use of this scooter (a helmet, elbow pads, and kneepads are recommended). The E300 offers a weight maximum of 220 pounds and weighs 52 pounds.

Key Features:

Super-sized deck and frame for riders ages 12 and older
High-performance, variable-speed, quiet chain-drive motor for speeds up to 15 miles per hour
Twist-grip acceleration control
Hand-operated rear brake
Folding handlebar mechanism for easy storage and transport
Extra-wide 10-inch pneumatic front and rear tires for smooth ride
Includes two 12-volt sealed lead acid batteries, battery charger and tools
Up to 45 minutes of continuous riding per charge
Battery charge time of 8 hours
Maximum rider weight: 220 pounds
Safety equipment such as helmet, elbow pads and knee pads are recommended
Measures 41 inches long by 17 inches wide by 42 inches tall

Customer feedback:

1. The unit performed flawlessly. Speed was consistently 17mph and still running strong after 35 minutes (we’ve only done two test runs so far). Slightly tightened chain tension to about 1/2″ after first run. Also, as noted by another reader, we looked everywhere for the rear tire inflater extension, only to find it inside the right handlebar grip cap. Good luck figuring that out when it isn’t in the directions. The E300 is sturdily built – a lot more than I would expect for the money. I weigh 210 lbs and the structure doesn’t flinch when I climb aboard (although the motor is clearly not intended for any hills or probably heavy riders).

2. We bought it in May 2006 and have used it almost daily since then. The scooter is fun and easy to ride. The only negatives are that the circuit breaker will trip while climbing steep hills (of course, that’s what a breaker is for), and the batteries will no longer hold a charge. I expected the batteries to last longer than 6 months.

Cruise around the neighborhood in style with the Razor E100 electric scooter. Boasting a chain-driven, high-torque motor, and a handy twist-grip throttle, the E100 is the perfect device for pre-teens and teens wanting to zip over to a friend’s house or head to the park. Unlike Razor’s E300S and E500S scooters–whose motors start from a standing position–the E100 requires a small manual kickoff to 3 miles per hour before starting (the rider presses a trigger to engage the motor). Once the rider is on the move, however, the electric motor ramps up to 10 miles per hour–fast enough to have fun, but not fast enough to be a menace on the street or sidewalk. And thanks to the long-life rechargeable battery, which takes about eight hours to fully charge, riders can cruise for up to 40 minutes at a stretch.
Other details include a folding handlebar mechanism for easy storage and transport, an 8-inch pneumatic front tire and 4.9-inch polyurethane rear wheel, and a hand-operated front brake. The E100 is recommended for ages 8 and older and offers a maximum weight capacity of 120 pounds. It also comes with a pair of 12-volt batteries, a charger, and tools and is backed by a 90-day warranty. The buyer and rider of the E100 scooter are responsible for knowing and obeying all local, state, and federal regulations regarding the riding and use of scooters.

Key Features:

Powerful fun at speeds up to 10 miles per hour
Up to 40 minutes of continuous use
Chain-driven, high-torque motor
Twist-grip throttle
125mm polyurethane rear wheel
Rechargeable battery
Hand-operated front brake
8″ pneumatic front tire
For Ages 8+
Weight Limit: 120 pounds

Suitable for riders ages 8 and older, the sleek silver-and-black Ground Force go-kart attains a maximum speed of 12 miles per hour, making it the perfect kart for zipping around flat trails or a cul de sac. The Ground Force’s quiet variable-speed, chain-driven motor is powered by two 12-volt batteries, which deliver approximately 45 minutes of drive time per charge. The molded aluminum wheels and solid 4-1/2-inch tires, meanwhile, help the Ground Force run smoothly wherever it goes. And operation is a breeze thanks to the hand-controlled accelerator and hand brake. Other details include a durable steel frame, a shoulder seat belt, and a flag.
The Ground Force, which measures 41 by 16 by 29 inches (W x H x D), supports drivers weighing up to 140 pounds and is backed by a 90-day warranty. Some assembly is required, though the tools are included. The Ground Force is designed for controlled environments free of potential traffic hazards and not on public streets.

Specifications:

For riders ages 8 and up
140-pound user weight capacity
Can travel up to 12 miles per hour
Battery: Two 12V sealed lead acid batteries
Battery charge time: 4-6 hours
Delivers approximately 45 minutes of drive time per charge
Molded aluminum wheels
4-1/2-inch tires
Dimensions: 41 inches wide by 16 inches tall by 29 inches deep
Hand-controlled accelerator
Hand brake for stopping

Customer feedback:

1. I must say though, that I (a 40 year old man who weighs 165 pounds) LOVE this thing…It was fast, nimble and my neighbors got used to seeing me drive around the neighborhood. But, ahem, where was I? Oh yes, back to the kids. My 6 and 9 year old daughters love this car since it is significantly faster than their old Power Wheel car. I was even able to take my 6 year old out with it when I went roller blading and she was able to keep up with me and then some (we went out for about an hour (so figure we went about 8-10 miles since we weren’t going the full hour.
That being said, it is way too fast for my 4 year old…and even my 6 year old who knows how to drive was doing a series of figure 8’s in the street at max speed and loving it…when she lost control and ran full speed into the curb…she was NOT a happy camper, although she wasn’t seriously hurt. The car does sit low though…so if a child were to run under an SUV…there is a very real chance the child could be seriously hurt though because their face would smack into the bumper…so PLEASE be mindful.

2. You will need a fairly large smooth area (like a parking lot) for your kid to use this go-kart. It doesn’t take bumps well being so low to the ground. The kart is small, so can fit in minivans/SUVs/wagons for transport.
Assembly is simple for those who are mechanically inclined, made challenging only by the poor manual (more on that below). You put the steering wheel on (it requires a plastic inset on top and bottom and to make sure the bottom bolt is very tight) and put the seat on (may require taping down the wires under the seat). Add the flag and you are done.

Want to give your child a little off-road entertainment? Turn to the Razor dune buggy, the ultimate in electric-powered backcountry cruising. Outfitted with a powerful 350-watt motor designed to reach speeds of up to 10 miles per hour, the buggy is fast enough for serious fun, but slow enough that it won’t compromise your child’s safety. Parents will also appreciate the side roll cage, which creates a barrier between the rider and the outside, and the padded bucket seat, which includes a seatbelt for added security. And thanks to the buggy’s specially designed reduction drive, the vehicle is capable of both lower torque climbing and high torque gearing. Perhaps the coolest feature, however, is the fully electric design, which is not only easy to charge, but requires no fuel at all, runs quietly, and produces no emissions.
Other details include eight-inch knobby pneumatic tires, an active rear suspension, a durable tubular steel frame with diamond-plate floorboards, hand throttle and brake controls, a rear disc brake, and a safety flag. Ideal for difficult tracks and terrain, the buggy supports up to 120 pounds of weight and is suitable for ages 8 and older.

Key Features:

For ages 8+
220-pound weight limit
Can reach speeds of up to 10 miles per hour
350 watt motor
8 knobby pneumatic tires
Bucket seats with seatbelt
Powder coated finish on tubular steel frame
Protective padding
Diamond plate floorboards
Hand throttle and brake controls
Rear disc brake
Safety flag
Vertical storage

Customer feedback:

1. THIS KART IS AWESOME! In addition to arriving fully assembled, and charged up, this thing does everything it claims. It’s got great torque, crawls right through mud and over bumps and uphill, and is a very well constructed little buggy. Like the MX350, I would prefer a footbrake, because my 3 year old can drive this thing, but can’t squeeze the hand brake. OH well, he’s younger than the recommended age so this is on me. THe motor provides more than enough ” engine braking” anyway to bring the thing to a pretty rapid halt when you let off the gas. I am verypleased in every way with this buggy.

2. After having a “real” Dune Buggy years ago, I purchased two Razor Dune Buggies for my grandchildren for Christmas (6 1/2 and 8 yrs old). The order was delivered much faster then expected and the only thing I had to do is add a little air to the tires and charge the batterys. The Buggy is built extremely well and because the tires have groves for off road riding, it moves over grass and smooth surfaces much better then other ride on toys. The hand controls were easy for the kids to operate and the 6 1/2 yr old had no problems at all. And “yes” it definitely travels FAST enough!
I believe a child over 10 yrs old would probably be too large to ride comfortably, but the Buggy would probably carry them easily any way. The battery lasted a good 45 minutes or more, and ran full throttle most of the time.