Electric ATVs
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An electric ATV is a vehicle with four wheels and a motorcycle steering wheel, the power plant of which is based on electric traction. That is, such an ATV does not have an internal combustion engine, but has a battery, a controller (inverter) and an electric motor. Sometimes there are several electric motors - for each axle or for each wheel.
An electric ATV is a new phenomenon in the world of ATV movement. Naturally, it is perceived with distrust. Gasoline ATVs have come a long way in evolution, they are familiar in operation, so everyone knows the sores and properties. Famous brands are fighting for product quality, power, weight. However, all gasoline ATVs are quite similar. But the electric ATV appeared on the market not long ago. Operating experience has not yet been accumulated. Hence the mistrust of customers. Let's try to answer the main doubts and prejudices here.
First of all, it is silence in motion. ATVs are designed for off-road, where nature is around you. It is pleasant to travel through the forest or mountains in silence and without straining your voice when communicating with a passenger. About the same as riding a bicycle.
The obvious advantages include a brisk start on electric traction. The fact is that the maximum torque of the electric motor begins at zero revolutions. And further traction is linear. This means that it is beneficial for the driver. The combination of power in silence gives unusual sensations that cannot be felt with a gasoline ATV.
In operation, the ATV is more practical and convenient. The power plant does not require any maintenance. No need to change the oil, spark plugs, look for the reason why the engine does not start.
The main disadvantage of the ATV is the price. As a rule, it is one and a half, and sometimes twice as expensive as a similar gasoline one. This is due to the cost of the battery. However, with each step, the popularity of electric ATVs is growing, and the price is starting to decrease.
Be sure to study the package. If in gasoline ATVs the power level is determined by the cubic capacity of the internal combustion engine, then in electric ATVs the battery capacity is primarily important. It is measured in kilowatt hours. The second important indicator is the power and voltage of the electric motor. Moreover, it is better to focus on the maximum power, and not the nominal. Well, the third important indicator is the weight of the electric ATV.
All these indicators affect the power reserve. Therefore, when buying an electric ATV, you need to determine the priorities for what the equipment is being purchased. The higher the power, the greater the boost and drive. However, the power reserve is noticeably reduced. The same with weight. A large electric ATV will be comfortable for a trip for two, but its weight will reduce both the dynamics and the power reserve.
Separately, it is necessary to highlight the issue of battery chemistry. Lead or helium batteries are noticeably cheaper than lithium batteries, but they are several times heavier and will not be able to give off energy like modern lithium batteries. And lead batteries will last about three times less than lithium batteries.
Prices for electric ATVs depend on the following factors. First of all, it is the size of the ATV - children's or adult. If you do not take into account completely toy ATVs for small children, then the price tag starts from about $ 1,200 and up to $ 2,500.
Adult electric ATVs also have some conventionality. Some adults feel quite comfortable on small children's ATVs and, accordingly, its price from $ 1,200 can be considered affordable for adult ATVs.
However, if we talk about new, truly adult electric ATVs, then the price will start from $ 3,700 with lead batteries and rear-wheel drive. This will be a single-seater option. Its range will be no more than 50 km and smooth acceleration dynamics. Currently, our catalog offers an Offroad electric ATV at a price of $ 1,817.
Further price increase may be associated with the choice of a lithium battery, all-wheel drive. Our range includes: Electric ATV Banshee from $3,472, SE-Vortex Electric ATV from $5,572, SE Tundra from $9,646. The price will be affected by the size of the ATV - single or double, as well as the design of the model.
All of the above factors have a greater impact on the price of an electric ATV. But you also need to consider the options and configurations of the models. Their list is the same as for gasoline counterparts.
