Hitway H10 at Fatbikeskopen.nl

First things first: electric scooters are only permitted on private property in the Netherlands unless they have been approved by the RDW and carry a license plate. The Hitway H10 falls into the first category, so this is a scooter for a campsite, private grounds, or business park. What you get is a substantial electric scooter with a battery of almost 1,000 watt-hours, dual front and rear suspension, and puncture-resistant pneumatic tires.

Where you can ride the H10

On private property: a campsite, holiday park, business park, private grounds, or private road. Not on public roads or cycle paths, because an electric scooter must be approved by the RDW and carry a license plate for that. This is not a minor detail; it completely determines what you can use this scooter for. If you are looking for something you can ride on public roads, consider an approved electric scooter or an electric bicycle.

Almost 1,000 watt-hours of battery capacity

The 48V battery with 20.8 amp-hours provides 998 watt-hours, which is exceptionally high for a scooter. The stated range is up to 90 kilometers. On enclosed grounds where you ride back and forth all day, that means you will not have to put it on the charger halfway through the day. Charging takes five to seven hours, so you can plug it in at night. For a large property or holiday park, that range is more than sufficient. Do not leave the battery outside in freezing temperatures; this helps preserve its capacity over time. You can charge it from a regular wall outlet, so no separate setup is required.

Dual suspension and pneumatic tires

There is suspension at both the front and rear, which really makes a difference on a scooter with 10-inch wheels: small wheels transmit every bump straight to your knees. The 10-inch pneumatic tires have puncture protection, so a nail or piece of glass on the grounds will not leave you stranded. Braking is handled by mechanical disc brakes at the front and rear. They require a little more hand strength than hydraulic brakes, but are easier to adjust and maintain. The lighting is permanently mounted on the scooter and runs on the main battery. When it is delivered, briefly check the brake lever reach; you can adjust it in a few seconds. With walk assist, the scooter moves along at up to 6 kilometers per hour while you walk beside it, which makes more difference with this weight than you might expect. The rear light functions as a brake light: it shines brighter as soon as you brake, so people behind you can see sooner that you are slowing down.

Folding and weight

The H10 folds up so it fits in a car trunk or camper. At just over twenty-nine kilos, it is heavy for a scooter: you need both hands to lift it, and it is not something to do without thinking. It works for transporting it between your home and a holiday destination, but carrying it in and out of a car every day is strenuous. Keep that in mind if you regularly need to move it instead of using it in one place.

Who is the Hitway H10 for?

For use on a large enclosed site: campsites, holiday parks, business premises, and private properties. Its combination of long range and dual suspension makes it suitable for covering long distances on the site. What you cannot do with it is ride to work or the shops on public roads, because this type of scooter is not permitted there. If that is what you want, take a look at an RDW-approved model from our range. If you are unsure about the size, measure your inseam and compare it with the stated measurements. Anyone who rides it every day will notice these choices sooner than someone who occasionally takes it for a spin.

Ordering from Fatbikeskopen.nl

Come and see it at one of our ten showrooms, and you will immediately notice how substantial it is and how the folding mechanism works. For maintenance, you can visit more than 450 locations in the Netherlands. When ordered online, the scooter will be delivered to your home ready to ride. You can pay in full or in installments. The frame comes with a three-year warranty, while the moving parts and battery have a one-year warranty. Upon delivery, the bike is assembled and adjusted at your door. After delivery, you have fourteen days to take it for a test ride.

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