Ego Electric Street Scoota
Utterly electric
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Scooters rule. Ask anyone who owns one and they'll tell you how they make mincemeat of traffic jams, blow raspberries at parking restrictions, laugh in the face of congestion charges and zip from A to B faster than you can yell 'mind the doors'.
Electric powered:
no exhaust needed!
It might look like a hip, twist-and-go commuter scooter - and it is - but this fully road legal steed is also 100% electric. Do not adjust your eyes, we said it's 100% electric. No fumes, no noise, no emissions and no visits to the gas station. You don't even have to fork out on road tax and parking is free in a lot of cities. Incredible, especially seeing as the Street Scoota costs under a grand *cue sound of eyeballs plopping out and jaws plummeting to the ground*.
Make your city clean!
Top speed: 30mph
The two other colours available:
From L-R:The blue and red Ego Street Scootas
Getting started...
Insert the charging connector and plug into your mains socket... |
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*10p is an approximate cost based on an 8 hour charge
Charging the Street Scoota couldn't be easier. Just plug it into the nearest mains socket. Yes, really. It's that simple. An eight hour charge gives around 40 miles of eco-friendly scootering, but a three hour quick charge is more than enough to get you from A to B, or even C to Z, in any UK city.StreetScoota Controls...
You won't have to worry about hefty bills because this hi-tech bike costs a forehead-slappingly measly 10p to charge. That's around ¼p per mile. You'll spend ten times that on deodorant if you continue squishing in with the sweaty lemmings on the train. Mmmm...armpits and morning breath.
StreetScoota DNA...
1. Accelerator 2. Instrument Panel 3. Storage Box 4. Chassis Number Cover 5. Mirror 6. Wind Breaker 7. Brake Fluid Cap 8. Front Turning Light 9. Front Cover 10. Front Light 11. Left and right Front Wall 12. Cap Peak 13. Mud Guard 14. Tyre and Tube 15. Bottom Side Panels Front 16. Rubber Mat 17. Bottom Side Panels Rear 18. Central Cover Panel 19. Body Decoration 20. Rear Fender Cover 21. Inside Back Mud Guard 22. Back Brake Wire 23. Small Mud Guard 24. Back Mud Guard 25. Back Turning Light 26. Tail Lamp 27. Saddle Lock Cover 28. Back Box Bracket 29. Side Panels 30. Seat Mat 31 Luggage Box 32. Plastic Instrument Mask 33. Ignition Lock 34. Top Box
Room for your
favourite jumper!
We honestly think this two-wheeled wonder is one of the greatest products ever to grace our (not so) humble site. So what are you waiting for? Hit the Buy button and get your motor hummin'.
More Info
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Scooter Registration Process:
Please Note: Once you register the Scoota you are no longer eligible to return it as Unwanted within the normal '7 working day cooling off period'. More info in the 'Delivery and returns' section below.
Delivery and returns:
Very Important. Please read the information included in the following link (Download Registration Process PDF 2.6 MB), which covers the registration process and the steps YOU need to take to register your Scoota:
Before you can ride your new Street Scoota on public roads it needs to be registered with the DVLA (this includes obtaining a tax disc and having a registration plate fitted). Firebox can help make the process easier. You will need to send the relevant paperwork to the DVLA (full details on what you need to do can be found in the 'Registration Process' link above) and then the documents you need to produce a number plate will be returned by post within approximately 10 working days.
Please Note: Once you register the Scoota you are no longer eligible to return it as Unwanted within the normal '7 working day cooling off period'. More info in the 'Delivery and returns' section below.
Delivery and returns:
- Delivery will be around 2 weeks (immediate stocks). The registration process will take a further (approximate) 10 days. This will allow you to inspect the bike, make sure you are happy with it and then return it, if not satisfied, before taking the final step.
- The Ego Street Scoota is exempt from our usual 30-day Returns Policy; The returns period is limited to seven working days following the day of receipt as per the right to cancel under the European Distance Selling Regulations, and you shall be responsible for the cost of return.
Click here for more information on Returns.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
- There is normally a 7 working day cooling off period to allow for the decison to return this product (if you change your mind etc), however please note that once the Scoota becomes registered, it is then not possible to return this product as unwanted. This does not affect your statutory rights. If you decide categorically that you do not want to return the Scoota within this period and therefore do not want to have to wait for the 7 days to elapse, please contact Firebox at info@firebox.com.
Order Process:
- Step 1: Order (or pre-order) the Ego Electric Street Scoota. When stock arrives we will charge your card and then contact you to organise a convenient delivery date. Delivery will be around 2 weeks (immediate stocks) and registration will take a further (approximate) 10 days. This will allow you to inspect the bike, make sure you are happy with it and then return it, if not satisfied, before taking the final step.
- Step 2: Whilst you are awaiting delivery of your Scoota, you can start the registration and/or insurance process. Please see above. NB: Once you register the Scoota you are no longer eligible to return it as unwanted within the normal '7 working day cooling off period'. More info in the 'Delivery and returns' section above.
- Step 3: When your Scoota is delivered and you have completed the registration process ( including obtaining insurance ), then you are ready to go go go!
Please note:
- The Ego Street Scoota does not include a helmet or any protective gear. Please make sure that you wear these when riding
- Weight restriction: the Ego Street Scoota should carry up to 200kgs, but this will impede the speed obviously!
- The Top Box that comes with the scooter fits a bike helmet inside - Top Box Instructions PDF - Download 110KB
- 1400 watt motor
- Top speed of 30mph (restricted)
- Run distance of up to 40 miles on one charge
- Quick charge 3hrs, full charge 8 hours from standard 13amp socket
- Unladen weight: 104kg
- Colour options
- Complete with back box large enough for helmet
- Front disc brake / rear drum brake
- Steering lock and power cut off switch
Download Street Scoota Manual PDF 1.8 MB
Download Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Please ensure the adapter is in a well ventilated area when recharging the scooter
- The adapter is not waterproof so the scooter needs to be recharged under cover
- Length of power cable: 6 metres
- Zero emissions
- Free road tax / congestion charge
- Cost of 10p to recharge giving equivalent of over 1,000 mpg
- Electric scooters are 99% less polluting than the cleanest fossil fuel powered vehicles (Environmental Protection Agency)
- 5 scooters can be parked in the same space as 1 car
- Approximately 189cm(L) x 73cm(W) x 100cm(H)
- If full driving licence held pre Feb 2001, then no further testing required
- Full driving licence held post Feb 2001, then CBT (compulsory bike training) required. Scooter can then be ridden without L plates
- Provisional moped licence, then CBT must be taken and scooter must be ridden with L plates until full test is taken (CBT lasts for 2 years)
- CBT can be completed in one day and costs around £70 - details of providers can be obtained from DVLA website
- Can be provided through our nominated partner - premiums typically range between £100 - £200 for fully comprehensive cover
- An online quote is also available for persons of 16 years plus, at www.rampdale.com
Download Electric Scooter Insurance PDF 64 KB
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- Firebox will replace the scooter if it can't be repaired (see warranty contained in the manual)
- Scooter does not require an annual service, just maintenance checks which the owner can carry out - it will require an MOT after 3 years and annually thereafter
- For any general enquiries and for any technical fault enquiries please email info@firebox.com.
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Rating:
Here I am having my first trip on my blue little beauty - (I do come back!) - just look at me whizzing off :D love it.
Mark Duffy, Woking - 4th Oct 2008
Video URL: http://www.firebox.com/video/1790
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Press Reviews...
"I could easily see myself commuting to work in this come rain or shine."
"I was expecting the electric scooter to feel very tinny and the ride to be insecure - far from it. It's coping with the speed bumps and pot holes of a classic London Street extremely well. I'm very impressed, this is a good ride!"
Review by Harry Wallop and Claudine BeaumontDaily Telegraph, Gadget Inspectors - Aug '08
"Petrol has had its wallet-crippling day. Go electric!"Zoo - Jul '08
"One for the environmentally-friendly city dweller.."Daily Star - Jun '08
"At 30mph, it holds steady, is comfortable and handles as well as any other scooter on the market … you slice in silence through the air"Sunday Times In Gear - Jun '08
"...an electric scooter that costs no more than a thousand quid. Can’t believe your ears (and eyes)?..."coolest-gadgets.com - Jun '08
"And if you compare it to other electric scooters...you've got yourself a bargain."
Read reviewSmartplanet.com - Jun '08
"There's not a country in the world where people aren't currently freaking the hell out about petrol prices. And the environment...So, it's with perfect timing that Firebox launches the Ego Electric Scooter..."
Read reviewShinyshiny.tv - Jun '08
"How do you fancy zipping around town tax free, without paying congestion charges, using bus lanes like your own private motorway and coughing up just a quarter of a penny for each mile? No, we’re not making it up - it’s all possible with Firebox’s ultra-cheap electric scooter."
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electricpig.tv - Jun '08
"The benefits are obvious. A few hours charge returns 40 miles. It's pretty nippy too: around 30 mph. So it's ideal for scooting around the city."
Read reviewSky News - Jun '08
"It's quiet, accelerates smoothly and is surprisingly light. At this price I expect to see a lot more on the road soon."Metro - Jun '08
Visitor Reviews...
Is this product ever going to be re-launched?Matthew, Bath - 23rd February 2011
Firebox says: Not through us, sorry Matthew.
Scoota bought new but finding it very expensive to insure to allow me to get it registered.David Jacobs, Glasgow - 15th February 2011
I'm a bit apprehensive about having to change the batteries every 18 months, how much do they cost and will I likely have to change all three at once?Bruce, Surrey - 13th May 2010
Firebox says: This product is no longer available. Sorry!
Does this have an alarm or just steering lock?Sean, Newport - 4th May 2010
Firebox says: This is now discontinued we're afraid.
Can you get a spare charger for say a work place or is the charger small enough to take in a ruck sac? Or do you just need a cable as the charge unit is on the bike. Not to clear in blerb. Ta.Rob, Essex - 26th October 2009
Firebox says: You would need to take the charger and cable with you, but it fits easily under the seat, Rob.
Can anyone tell me where you can order parts or get these serviced? Cheers.Gill, Glasgow - 5th October 2009
Firebox says: Depends on the parts you'd need (drop us a line on info@firebox.com for more information) - for a general service, most motorcycle repair shops will service the Ego.
Would the insurance be massive for a 16 year old?John Mcbob, Fife - 4th October 2009
Firebox says: We've had quotes for around £100 for the year, but every case is different...
How much does it cost to deliver and does it cost anything to register and get plates?Paul, Bristol - 27th September 2009
Firebox says: Delivery is just our standard delivery cost of £3.95. Registration costs are around £50 and a plate can be bought for around £12.
Hi I was just wondering can you get this when you are sixteen or seventeen like any other scooter? Would make this easier to get from A to B!James, Edinburgh - 27th September 2009
Firebox says: You can ride it from 16, James. Ride Safe!
I currently own a YZF600R but am thinking of this as transport to work and back. Where would I get parts from and are they easy to get. Are the parts only for this bike or also made for a different petrol powered bike like some motorcycles? (therefore easy to get if the manufacturers of this electric bike decided not to make this model any more) I. E. Brake pads or tyres.Matthew Hutchinson, Plymouth - 4th September 2009
Firebox says: We should have more information regarding spares parts shortly. The tyres are strandard though.
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New Price
The Red version of the fantastic Ego Electric Street Scoota is NOW only £750! (Was £999.95)
Important Notice
Please read through ALL the information carefully prior to placing your order. Delivery currently takes between 5-10 working days:
Registration Process, Delivery & Returns, Insurance