Dualtron Thunder 2

Dualtron Thunder 2 is a high powered electric scooter for riders who want real speed and range. It feels closer to a small electric motorbike than a rental scooter. With a huge 72V battery and strong dual motors, it sits in the extreme performance tier. This overview walks through how it is built, how it rides, and who it actually suits in real life.

What Is the Dualtron Thunder 2?

Dualtron Thunder 2 is a flagship model from Minimotors, the brand behind the Dualtron family. It runs a 72 volt system with a 40 amp hour battery that uses LG 21700 cells. That pack stores around 2.9 kilowatt hours of energy, so it can handle long rides at higher speeds without constant charging.

The scooter uses two brushless hub motors with a combined peak output near 10,080 watts. In full power mode on private roads, top speed can reach around 100 km/h, which is about 62 mph. Local rules often limit what you can legally use in public, so most riders keep softer modes active for daily trips.

The deck is wide and covered with rubber, the stem stands tall, and the bars give a lot of leverage. There is a raised rear footrest that works as a brace point and as a housing for the rear light. Weight sits around 47.3 kg, or roughly 104 lb. Rated load is about 120 kg, or 265 lb, which suits many heavier riders who want real pull on hills.

On paper it sits above the original Dualtron Thunder in power and range. So if you liked that older model but wanted more speed and a bigger battery, this one feels like the next step up.

How the Dualtron Thunder 2 Works

Under the deck sit the controllers that feed current to the two hub motors. When you pull the trigger throttle, both controllers send power to the motors in a smooth ramp. You can tune that ramp inside the display menu, so launch can feel calm or very strong depending on your taste.

The 72V 40Ah lithium battery lives inside the deck. A battery management system watches voltage, temperature, and current. It cuts power if values go out of range, which protects the pack from damage and keeps the scooter from doing strange things under stress. The low mounting point keeps the center of gravity near your feet and helps stability at speed.

Control runs through an EY style display and a finger trigger on the right side of the bar. The screen shows speed, riding mode, battery level, trip distance, and total mileage. Menus let you change acceleration strength, electric brake level, cruise control, and simple lock features. For braking you get hydraulic discs at both wheels plus strong electronic braking, so hard lever pulls stop the scooter fast and with a fairly firm feel.

Key Specifications

Here are the main specifications in one place, so you can check the numbers at a glance.

These specifications put the Dualtron Thunder 2 firmly in the extreme performance corner of the scooter world, not in the simple commuter bucket.

Design & Build Quality

Design on the Dualtron Thunder 2 leans hard toward strength and stability. The frame uses thick aluminum sections with steel hardware in the stem area and swingarms. You feel that as soon as you stand on the deck. Nothing feels thin or hollow.

The deck is long and wide, with a rubber mat that grips your shoes well. You can stand with a staggered stance or more side by side and still feel planted. The rear footrest gives your back foot a clear spot under hard launch or heavy braking, and it makes the scooter look a bit mean from behind.

The stem sits tall and holds wide handlebars, so there is plenty of leverage when you steer at speed. A large hinge and a double clamp keep play low when you set them up correctly. The bars fold, the stem folds, and the cables wrap around in a neat but busy way. It feels more like a compact street bike cockpit than a rental scooter, and that fits the rest of the package.

Fit and finish are quite tidy for such a big machine. You can still spot the odd exposed bolt or wire, and the paint can pick up chips over time, but day to day it looks and feels like a serious bit of kit.

Performance Fundamentals

Power delivery on the Dualtron Thunder 2 is strong even in milder modes. From a standstill, the dual motors pull the scooter forward with real force. You need a firm stance and both hands ready before you press the throttle hard, or the first few meters can feel a bit wild.

In straight lines the scooter feels stable. The long wheelbase, wide deck, and big tires work together to keep the chassis calm at speed. At city speeds the steering feels quick enough for lane changes and tight turns, yet not twitchy. At higher speeds you feel more feedback from bumps, so bending your knees and keeping weight low makes a big difference.

On hills the Dualtron Thunder 2 barely seems to care within reason. Short ramps and long climbs both feel easy for the dual motors as long as the battery sits above the last part of the charge. Riders in hilly cities will notice that speed drops less than on many mid range dual motor scooters, and that long climbs feel less stressful.

Battery, Range & Efficiency

The 72V 40Ah battery gives the Dualtron Thunder 2 its long distance personality. On paper the claimed range reaches up to 120–170 km, or about 75–106 miles. Those numbers assume a light rider, smooth pavement, warm weather, and quite low speeds. Real life is rarely such a perfect test.

In normal use many riders land far under the headline figure. A rider around 75 kg who cruises near 40–45 km/h, or about 25–28 mph, on mixed urban routes can expect something closer to 60–90 km, or 37–56 miles, on one charge. Heavier riders, cold air, rough roads, and steep hills all eat into that number. Lots of full throttle pulls and strong headwinds do the same.

Charging time depends on the charger you use. The basic charger fills the big pack slowly and works well for overnight sessions. Higher current fast chargers cut that time a lot, though they warm the pack more and need a bit more care. Many owners run a slow charger at home and bring a faster unit only when they really need a quick top up.

Good charging habits matter more with such a large pack. Try not to run the battery down to empty every ride. Try not to leave it at 100 percent for weeks. Store the scooter in a dry room that does not get very hot or freezing cold. Such small habits add up over years.

Ride Quality & Comfort

Ride comfort on the Dualtron Thunder 2 comes from the rubber suspension and the 11 inch tubeless tires. Each end uses a rubber cartridge that you can swap for softer or harder units. Soft cartridges give more travel and soak up broken pavement, speed bumps, and small curbs. Harder ones suit heavy riders and high speeds, with less bounce and a tighter feel.

The wide road tires give a big contact patch and plenty of grip on dry pavement. Steering feels confident at speed and the scooter leans into corners in a smooth, predictable way. You still feel sharp edges and deep potholes through the deck, since the scooter is heavy and the tires run at fairly high pressure, so it is not a magic carpet.

Ergonomics lean toward a semi sporty stance. The tall stem and wide bars suit medium to tall riders quite well. Shorter riders can still ride comfortably by bending their knees a bit more and placing the rear foot on the spoiler. Grip shape and brake lever reach offer enough adjustment for most hands. Stem flex stays low when the clamps are tightened well, so the front end feels solid when you carve at speed.

Braking & Safety Features

Braking on the Dualtron Thunder 2 matches the strong motor output. Front and rear hydraulic disc brakes supply the main stopping force. When you pull the levers, the pads grab the rotors with a firm bite, and you can feel the scooter settle as weight moves forward. With practice you can feather the levers for smooth stops in town or squeeze harder for emergency stops.

Electric braking adds another layer. When active, the motors resist spin when you pull the levers, and you feel this as extra drag, especially at higher speeds. This helps manage speed on long downhills and can reduce heat in the hydraulic system. ABS style functions on some versions pulse the braking to reduce full lock on slick surfaces, though you still need to ride with caution in rain.

Lighting is strong and a bit flashy. You get front headlights near the stem, a rear brake light, turn signals, and long LED strips along the deck and stem. Cars and other riders can spot you from different angles, which is useful at night. Many owners still add a helmet light or extra rear light, as more visibility never hurts at the speeds this scooter can hit.

Water resistance on newer units is better than on older generations, yet heavy rain and deep puddles still bring risk. Most owners treat puddles and storm drains as things to avoid, not as features to test.

Portability & Daily Usability

Portability is the main weak point of the Dualtron Thunder 2. At around 47 kg, or 104 lb, it is not friendly to carry up long flights of stairs. You can lift one end at a time into a car trunk or onto a low platform, but it feels like real work, not a quick grab and go move.

The folding system helps more with storage than with lifting. The stem folds down over the deck, and the bars fold inward, so the scooter takes less space. The folded length is still around 120 cm, or 47 in, which is roughly the deck length. That fits many car trunks and storage rooms, yet you still need some floor space and a clear spot where people will not trip over it.

Daily use feels easiest when you can roll the scooter almost everywhere. Ground floor parking, garages, and lifts that accept the weight make life with the Dualtron Thunder 2 a lot smoother. A strong lock through the frame or stem is a must for city parking. Many owners pair that with a GPS tracker tucked inside the deck or stem. A scooter this fast and this costly draws attention, both good and bad.

Dualtron Thunder 2 vs Alternatives

Compared with small commuter scooters, the Dualtron Thunder 2 plays in a different league. Basic models with 350–800 watt motors and 36V packs often weigh between 12 and 18 kg and top out at around 25–35 km/h. Those scooters slip under desks, go up stairs easily, and live well in tiny flats. Thunder 2 trades that light feel for power, range, and much stronger parts.

Against mid grade performance scooters with 2,000–4,000 watt peak output and 60V systems, the Dualtron Thunder 2 usually brings more torque, higher possible speed, and a longer range window. Weight and price rise along with those gains. For riders with short trips or tight storage, a mid range machine can still make more sense.

Inside the Dualtron family, Thunder 2 sits as the big bruiser between pure drag monsters and tamer models. If you want the newer sibling with more polish and some fresh tweaks, you can also look at Dualtron Thunder 3. That scooter shares the same general idea but updates some parts and styling.

You can think of Thunder 2 as a performance road scooter that aims to do many things well instead of chasing one record. It covers fast straight lines, long rides, and daily use for riders who have the space and strength to live with it.

Who the Dualtron Thunder 2 Is (and Isn’t) For

Dualtron Thunder 2 suits riders who already have some time on faster scooters or motorbikes. It rewards people who wear full protective gear, know their local rules, and plan routes with speed and range in mind. Long suburban commutes, ring roads, coastal paths, and weekend loops on open bike lanes all match this kind of scooter.

It works best for someone who wants one main machine instead of a tiny commuter plus a separate weekend toy. Tall or heavy riders who feel cramped on small decks often like the wide standing area and strong motors. Riders in hilly towns value the way it holds speed on climbs and does not fade as quickly.

This scooter does not suit everyone. Students in walk up flats who need to carry a scooter up narrow stairs each day will struggle with the weight. People who only ride short trips under 5–10 km in dense city cores can find better value and less hassle with lighter models. New riders with zero experience on fast scooters should start with something slower and lighter, build skills there, then move up later.

For the right rider, the Dualtron Thunder 2 feels like a serious personal vehicle rather than a toy. It needs respect, care, and space to stretch its legs. In return it offers long range, strong power, and a stable ride that smaller commuters simply cannot match under the same conditions.

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