FWD versus RWD

Tigertim

Hi Guys
I am interested in views on front versus rear wheel drive on e scooters.
As an example Ninebot F40 (FWD) versus Ninebot G30 (RWD). But discussion certainly not constrained to these.
For further context, I am looking at commuter style scooters that weigh < 20kg and do <= 30kph.
I am not talking about extreme scooters.

DrScootLittle

I’m a big fan of rear-drive, whether it be scooters or cars. It’s definitely much less noticeable on <30 kph scooters, but at some point you will find the limit of front traction due to throttle+body-position+whatever is on the ground, and when you do, rear-wheel-drive is better. It’s not a huge deal though. I ride the M365 all the time and don’t hate it (I’m not sure it’s possible for anyone to hate that scooter). But there is just something better about rear drive.

It also has an advantage on the brakes. Rear drive means you may get rear regen. Regen brakes have their faults, but one thing they do really well is resist locking up. Scooters like the G30 take maximum advantage of this by giving you really good front brakes with enough rear regen to help you slow down, but of course, never fishtailing under hard braking (which I tend to do on the M365).
-Paul from ESG

Tigertim

Many thanks for this. Speed is not too much of a consideration for me. But weight is more important as I will need to carry it up steps. I am currently contemplating either the Ninebot F30 or F40 (both FWD). Only a marginal difference in weight but both quite a bit lighter than the G30 (RWD).

But all have the 10” wheels which i like over the smaller ones on say the E45 or Xiaomi scooters.

Any thoughts on the F30 or F40? it’s really mainly to commute to snuff from work (10km return journey) and weekend outings so leaning towards a longer distance scooter.

Thanks
Tim