Selana Alpha at Fatbikeskopen.nl

With electric scooters, there is one question that overshadows all others: are you allowed to use them on public roads? For most models, the answer is no. The Selana Alpha is one of the exceptions, because this scooter is approved by the RDW and may therefore be used on public roads. That is immediately why people search for it. Apart from that, it is a scooter with 10-inch pneumatic tires, dual drum brakes, turn signals, and a range of around 40 kilometers.

Which e-scooters are legal in the Netherlands?

Only electric scooters approved by the RDW and issued with a license plate may be used on public roads. The vast majority of what is sold online does not meet these requirements and may only be used on private property. The Selana Alpha belongs to the approved group. What you get in return is a scooter you can use on streets and bike paths without worry, rather than a device you are only allowed to ride in your own yard. If you buy an unapproved model, you risk a fine and confiscation as soon as you take it onto the street.

Speed and range of the Selana Alpha

The motor delivers 250W, and the scooter reaches speeds of up to 25 kilometers per hour. It cannot go faster under the approval requirements, so it has a speed limiter. The range is around 40 kilometers on a single charge. This figure applies to an average rider on flat terrain without frequent stopping and accelerating. In the city, with many traffic lights and the occasional steep hill, you will get somewhat less. For commuting within the city, it is more than sufficient. You can charge it from a standard power outlet, so no special setup is required.

Brakes, tires, and turn signals

The Alpha brakes with dual drum brakes, front and rear. Drum brakes require less maintenance than disc brakes and continue to work when wet, which is important on a scooter with small wheels. The 10-inch tires are pneumatic rather than solid rubber, so you feel less of the uneven road surface. A telescopic fork at the front absorbs the remaining bumps. Turn signals are fitted as standard, which makes a real difference on the road among cars. The front and rear lights are permanently mounted and powered by the main battery.

What you need to arrange before riding

An approved e-scooter is a vehicle, and that comes with obligations you do not have with an ordinary scooter. These include registration and insurance. That is no reason to rule it out, but it is something to know in advance rather than discover afterward. We will help you arrange what is needed when you place your order. If you would rather avoid the paperwork altogether, you would be better off with a regular electric bicycle.

Who the Selana Alpha is for

For commuters who want to cover the last stretch to the station or office and for people who cannot store a bicycle in the city. The scooter is for one person and easy to take with you. Keep in mind that small wheels always make poor road surfaces feel rougher than they do on a bicycle, and you are exposed in the rain. For long daily distances or grocery shopping, an electric bicycle is still the more practical choice. For commuting a few kilometers a day, this is one of the few scooters you can use without any doubt about whether it is permitted.

Ordering from Fatbikeskopen.nl

You can view and try the Alpha at ten showrooms. For maintenance and repairs, you can visit more than 450 locations throughout the country, which is convenient for a registered vehicle. When ordered online, the scooter is delivered to your home ready to ride. You can arrange insurance directly when placing your order, and it is genuinely required for an approved e-scooter. The frame comes with a three-year warranty, while the components and battery have a one-year warranty.

See also: Selana e-scooters | e-scooters | e-bikes