Dualtron Raptor

The Dualtron Raptor is a compact dual motor electric scooter for riders who want real speed in a smaller frame. It hits a sweet spot between simple commuters and huge heavy beasts. If you ride in the city, like strong pull from a stop, and still need to carry your scooter once in a while, this one sits right in your lane.

What Is the Dualtron Raptor?

The Dualtron Raptor comes from Minimotors, the same brand behind a lot of well known performance scooters. It runs two brushless hub motors, one in each wheel, with peak output around 2,600 W in total. That puts it above basic city scooters and closer to what most people call a fast commuter.

Top speed, once unlocked, sits around 37 mph, or about 59 km/h, in good conditions. The 60 V battery can reach about 31 miles of range, close to 50 km, if a lighter rider cruises at moderate speed on flat ground. In everyday city use, with stops, hills, and stronger modes, most riders land in the 20–30 mile range instead.

The scooter weighs about 54 lb, roughly 24.5 kg. You feel that weight when you pick it up, yet most adults can still lift it into a trunk or up a short flight of stairs. Rated load is about 220 lb, or 100 kg. The frame and deck size fit medium and taller riders pretty well, especially if you like a narrow deck and a simple, uncluttered handlebar.

If you want to see how the next version evolved, you can compare it with the Dualtron Raptor 2, which builds on the same idea with a few modern touches.

How the Dualtron Raptor Works

Inside the deck sits a 60 V lithium ion battery pack. That pack feeds the two hub motors, so there are no chains and no belts. Fewer exposed moving parts mean less noise and less daily fuss.

Two motor controllers live in the chassis and manage how power flows from the battery to the motors. Think of them as traffic control for current. When you pull the trigger throttle, they decide how hard each motor should pull. When you hit the brake, they flip roles and use the motors to slow the wheels, sending a bit of power back into the battery as regenerative braking.

On the handlebar, you get a trigger throttle with an LCD screen. This module shows speed, distance, and battery level, and it lets you pick riding modes. You can tweak acceleration strength and turn cruise control on or off in the menu. The layout feels busy at first for some riders, though you get used to it pretty fast.

Braking comes from a rear mechanical drum brake plus electronic braking on both wheels. When you pull the lever, the regen kicks in early and starts slowing the scooter. Then the drum grabs harder as you pull deeper. Set up right, this gives a smooth, strong stop without a sudden grabby feel.

Key Specifications

The table below gathers the core specifications for the Dualtron Raptor in one place, so you do not need to chase numbers across different pages.

Design & Build Quality

The Dualtron Raptor keeps the classic Dualtron look, just in a slimmer package. The deck and swingarms use aluminum, and the steering column uses steel. When you step on the deck, the scooter feels solid, not flimsy.

The deck has enough length for a staggered stance. One foot at the front, one at the back, both with room to shift around a little. Grip tape covers most of the surface, so your shoes stay planted during hard launches or fast stops. LED strips along the sides add visibility at night and give the scooter a bit of character.

Cables run along the stem and under the deck in a tidy way. The folding joint uses a clamp and safety collar. Once you dial in the clamp, play at the base of the stem stays low. That helps the scooter track straight at higher speeds and keeps rattles under control. The handlebar layout stays pretty clean, with throttle and display on one side and brake lever on the other, plus whatever bell or extra light you choose to add.

Performance Fundamentals

In dual motor mode, the Dualtron Raptor has strong pull off the line. It feels lively for its size. From a standstill up to around 25 mph, it keeps pushing in a smooth way that still feels exciting. Above that, the rush slows down a bit as you work toward top speed.

The scooter feels most comfortable in the 15–30 mph range. That matches a lot of city riding and wide bike lanes. The 8 inch solid tires roll quickly and keep rolling resistance low. At the same time, the small size makes the steering a little twitchy on rough or wavy pavement, so both hands on the bar is the rule, not the exception.

On hills, the Raptor holds its own. Short climbs around 7–10 percent are fine for an average weight rider, especially with a fresh charge. Longer or steeper hills are still doable, yet you notice speed drop and the battery gauge moving faster. If you live in a really hilly area and want even more climbing power and deck space, you can look toward bigger models like the Dualtron 3.

Battery, Range & Efficiency

The battery pack in the Dualtron Raptor holds roughly 18.2 Ah at 60 V. That works out to around 1.1 kWh. On paper, that can reach close to 31 miles of range, or 50 km, when you ride at low to medium speed on flat ground with a lighter rider.

Real life looks different. City riders stop at lights, sprint away from traffic, and deal with hills, wind, and rougher surfaces. In that mix, most owners land somewhere between 20 and 30 miles, or 32–48 km, on a full charge. Lighter riders on smoother paths will stay near the top of that range. Heavier riders at higher speed sit closer to the lower end.

The standard 2 A charger takes around 9 hours to refill the pack from low level to full. The scooter usually supports dual charge ports, so you can plug in a second standard charger or a stronger fast charger sold for Dualtron scooters. That cuts charge time a lot, though you still want to stay within the rated limits.

For daily use, many riders like to keep the battery between roughly 30 and 80 percent. Long term storage at full charge is not ideal. A cool, dry room and regular use tend to keep the pack happy for more years.

Ride Quality & Comfort

The Dualtron Raptor rides on 8 × 2 inch solid tires. The big win here is simple. No flats. You do not wake up to a surprise soft tire. The tradeoff is a firmer feel, especially on broken city pavement, brick, or patchy asphalt.

Front and rear rubber cartridge suspension help a lot here. They smooth out expansion joints, small potholes, and curb cuts. You can swap cartridges to change stiffness. Lighter riders often prefer softer blocks. Heavier riders like stiffer ones that hold up better under load. Even with that suspension, the ride stays on the firm side compared with large pneumatic tires.

Handlebar height works well for most adults. The stem is fairly narrow, so the cockpit feels simple rather than bulky. The deck gives enough space for a stable stance, even if it is not huge. On good streets, you can ride for quite a while without feeling beat up. On very rough routes, your knees and ankles will feel more of the bumps, and you may want lower speed.

Stem flex is low when the clamp and collar are adjusted well. At higher speeds on rough ground, you might notice a bit of wobble if your stance is too stiff. Relaxing your arms a touch and leaning slightly into turns keeps the scooter steady.

Braking & Safety Features

The Dualtron Raptor uses a rear drum brake plus regenerative braking on both motors. With the regen level set to a medium value in the display, you get a nice blend. The scooter starts slowing as soon as you touch the lever, then the drum comes in stronger as you pull harder. Brake feel is firm, and stopping power is more than enough for its weight and top speed when you wear proper gear.

Lighting focuses on letting others see you. Deck and stem LEDs help cars and riders spot you from the side and from a distance. Rear lighting often brightens when you brake, which gives a clear signal to traffic behind you. Many people add a brighter front light and an extra rear light on a bag, helmet, or jacket. That simple upgrade boosts night safety a lot.

There is no formal IP rating listed for the original Raptor. The scooter handles light splashes and damp roads in everyday use, yet deep puddles, heavy rain, and high pressure water are risky for the electronics. Dry storage and a quick wipe after wet rides go a long way. Local rules for speed, helmets, and where you may ride change from place to place, so checking your local code is always a smart step.

Portability & Daily Usability

At about 54 lb, the Dualtron Raptor sits in the middle ground for weight. Too heavy to carry with one hand for a long walk, yet still light enough to lift with both hands into a car or up a short stair run. Riders who deal with a few steps at home or at the office find it manageable. Daily long stair climbs feel less fun.

The folding system uses a clamp and safety collar at the base of the stem. Folded, the scooter keeps nearly the same length, yet it drops in height and width. That shape slides into many trunks, hallway corners, and under some desks. It also leans well against a wall, which helps in small apartments.

Solid tires cut daily fuss a lot. You spend more time checking bolts, watching the folding joint, and dialing in brake tension. A quick weekly check keeps the scooter quiet and tight. For security, locking through the frame and rear wheel with a sturdy lock works better than locking only the stem, since the deck holds the battery and main electronics.

Dualtron Raptor vs Alternatives

Inside the Dualtron line, the Raptor sits between small single motor scooters and large high power models. It gives more speed and better hill climbing than lighter single motor machines. At the same time, it avoids the 70–100 lb weight you see in big 11 inch Dualtron setups.

Compared with big tire performance scooters from any brand, the Raptor trades some comfort and rock solid high speed feel for easier storage and lower weight. Riders who spend a lot of time near top speed on open roads might lean toward a heavier platform with wider tires. Riders who stay closer to 20–25 mph in busy city streets often like the smaller footprint.

Stack it against simple 30 lb commuters and the gap is big. The Dualtron Raptor pulls harder, climbs steeper hills, and cruises much faster. Those simpler commuters strike back with lighter weight, bigger air filled tires, and a softer feel on rough paths. Your own mix of budget, speed, distance, and storage space makes the final call.

If you need more range and a beefier frame and you do not mind a heavier scooter, a model like the Dualtron 3 sits as a logical upgrade. That one moves closer to the big performance class.

Who the Dualtron Raptor Is (and Isn’t) For

The Dualtron Raptor fits riders who want a fast, compact scooter for real daily use, not just weekend fun. It works well for commutes in the 5–15 mile range in one direction. It also fits students and office workers who have elevator access and only need to carry the scooter for short stretches.

Multi modal riders who mix trains or buses with scooter trips can live with the weight if they plan their route and know where lifts and ramps sit. Heavier riders within the 220 lb rating gain from the dual motors, since the scooter keeps decent speed on hills with that load.

It is not the best first scooter for someone who has never used an e scooter before. The power and speed demand some respect, plus protective gear. It is also not ideal for people who must carry a scooter up many floors every single day or for riders who spend long stretches on rough off road paths. For very wet climates, the missing clear IP rating is another point to think about.

If you like strong power in a compact frame, do not want to deal with flats, and still need something you can lift now and then, the Dualtron Raptor stays a very appealing option. Its core specs still hold up for urban riders who want more than a basic commuter without jumping straight into the largest and heaviest machines.

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