EMOVE Touring Review
$899.00 Original price was: $899.00.$829.00Current price is: $829.00.

PUBLISH DATE
September 23, 2021
Portable, comfortable, and affordable, the EMOVE Touring has been a cornerstone foundation of the commuter scooter category for the last few years.
Combining a well-rounded performance profile with a low-maintenance design and a plethora of features – including a high-quality LG battery, spacious deck, adjustable handlebars, ultra-portable folding functions, and the option to add a seat – it’s one the best electric scooters in the sub $900 price class.
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EMOVE Touring Review: Still One of the Best Sub $900 Electric Scooters

The good and the bad
Who we recommend it for
Is it worth its price tag?
Look, feel, and functionality
Results from our tests
Other scooters to consider
Pros & Cons
- Best-in-class speed, acceleration, and range
- Inclusive design (ideal for all riders of all shapes and sizes)
- Extremely high load-bearing capacity
- Adjustable handlebar height
- Portable
- Low maintenance
- High-quality LG battery
- IP54 water resistance rating
- Available in five vivid colors
- Optional seat attachment
- Drum brake could be stronger
- Clatters while going over bumps
Who It's Best For
Sporting height adjustable handlebars, 308 lbs of load-bearing capacity, and a deck that’s up to 40% larger than its competitors, the EMOVE Touring is accessible to a wide variety of riders.
But, who it’s primarily been made for is commuters and casual riders.
This scooter is at its best in the playground of the city – where it can stretch its legs on smooth, predictable surfaces. Whether you’ll rely on it for the last mile of your commute or recreational rides, it's built to take the rigors of daily use in its stride.
Value For Money
From its chart-topping speed and acceleration in the sub $900 price category to its status as the pound-for-pound champ of the sub 40 lb weight bracket where mileage is concerned, the EMOVE Touring is a top-performer in the portable scooter class.
Combined with its inclusive design and reliable build, it ticks the value-for-money box.
Design & Features
Cockpit
Measuring 22 inches in width, the Touring sports some of the widest handlebars in the commuter scooter category. It dwarfs those on the popular Fluid Mosquito by a whopping 6.2 inches and is a close match to those on the Horizon. Combined with the flared rubber handgrips, controlling the scooter is a breeze.
But, it’s not just maneuverability that the handlebars afford. Equipped with a light switch, horn, key-start ignition, voltmeter, and display, everything you need to manage your ride is at your fingertips.
However, I did find that it felt a little cramped between the finger throttle and the handgrip. The good news, though, is that you can switch the finger throttle for either a thumb or a twist unit for an additional $59.
Changing riding modes via the display was a little cumbersome, too.
Unlike other scooters, where you just click one button to quickly cycle through the different modes, the display on the EMOVE forces you to click the power button first, and then click the mode button to pick either gear 1, 2, or 3. The additional step that you have to take makes it difficult to change riding mode while in motion since you have to keep an eye on the screen to see if it's registered your input. I found it easier to select the fastest mode before I started riding and then used the throttle to regulate my speed.
Frame
The Touring has been around since 2020 and its design has remained largely the same. Like its fellow commuter scooter counterparts, it sports a relatively simplistic, yet functional frame.
However, what sets it apart is that it’s available in a series of colors, including red, black, purple, orange, and white.
Each component of the frame – from the stem and the deck to the folding mechanism and fenders – has been well-built and feels sturdy.
Deck
On the same day that I tested the EMOVE Touring, I also rode the Horizon – a scooter whose deck, by my measurements, is 40% smaller.
By comparison, the available foot space on the Touring’s deck measures 22.8 inches in length and 7.3 inches in width vs the 18.3 by 6.5 inches of the Horizon.
The difference in space was immediately recognizable since it affords you the room to strike a stance with a decent gap between both feet. For bigger riders, this is a key selling point.
The second design feature that enhances the deck’s ability to keep you glued to it, is its liberal slathering of grip tape. I rode the scooter in the rain, snow, and sun, and found that there was more than enough grip for all conditions.
Optional Seat
One of the reasons why the EMOVE Touring has such a long deck is that it has a dual purpose. It’s one of the few scooters that can be fitted with a seat.
The seat costs $65 and affixes to the rear of the deck via four bolts and a base plate. If you need to fold the scooter, the seat can be easily collapsed via the quick-release lever, making it extremely convenient for those that want to retain the EMOVE’s portability credentials.
Tires
Like many of its competitors, the Touring makes use of a mix-and-match approach to its tires with a pneumatic up front and a solid rubber one at the rear.
Here, the pneumatic tire soaks up vibrations, and – thanks to its rounded front-on profile – allows the scooter to remain nimble. The tire at the rear, however, is solid, square in its design, and slightly thicker.
At this point, it's important to point out that the vast majority of flats occur at the rear, which is why the Touring forgoes a rear pneumatic. So, not only does the solid tire eliminate the possibility of a flat, but its ever-so-slightly wider profile maintains traction on the straights thanks to a bigger contact patch. Ultimately, this ensures good traction when accelerating and braking.
Portability
Make no bones about it – this is an ultra-portable scooter. Setting aside for a moment its telescopic stem and foldable handlebars, it has a slick cantilevered folding mechanism, and a thin, lightweight frame of 39 lbs to make it a commuter’s dream.
Pulling the lever at the neck disengages the stem from its locked upright position and allows you to lower it until it becomes parallel with the deck.
Using the locking lever can, at first, seem difficult because it’s stiff, but it needs to be tight to ensure that the stem doesn’t wobble while riding. I found that the easiest way to fold the scooter was to place one foot on the back of the deck, and then push against the stem. This gives you the tiniest bit of room needed to push the lever down. Or, you can stand over the scooter, apply the brakes and use your foot to push down on the lever.
The key components that make the Touring so portable, though, are its foldable handlebars and telescopic stem. Thanks to the spring-loaded cuffs, the handlebars have a pull-and-release mechanism that enables you to fold and unfold them in mere seconds. The same can be said for the telescopic stem and its quick-release locking lever.
The only thing you need to be conscious of is the fact that foldable handlebars can be a double-edged sword. While they bestow a scooter with more portability, they can also loosen, meaning either side of the handlebars can be wiggled up and down. This is an easy fix, though. It takes less than 2 minutes to tighten the adjustment screws.
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Load
With a capacity of 308 lbs, the EMOVE Touring has the greatest load-bearing credentials among all commuter scooters. And, it’s the undisputed king of load-bearing in the sub $1,000 category, making it an ideal choice for heavier riders that want to keep their budget as low as possible.
It’s worth noting, though, that while the Touring can support heavy loads, there’s no guarantee that it’ll perform as per my tests. For context, I weighed 190 lbs when testing the scooter and so I can confidently say that it performs well for loads that are around this figure. However, I’ve seen heavier riders weighing up to 250 lbs report that the scooter still does a good job – even when going up hills.
Lights
At the front, a low-mounted headlight provides good visibility in low-light conditions. However, for pitch-black scenarios, you’ll want to consider attaching a clip-on light to the handlebars.
Elsewhere, the button lights embedded into the four corners of the deck light up the periphery of the scooter’s chassis.
The final piece of the puzzle is the fender-mounted taillight. There is room for improvement, though. The taillight and rear deck lights don’t flash while braking.
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Build Quality
There’s no denying that the EMOVE Touring sports a design and build that’s of an earlier era of electric scooters. But, to give credit where it's due, for a model with so many moving parts, it feels solid to ride – providing you avoid rough roads.
There’s no stem wobble and with a precipitation-hardened, stress-tested aluminum frame, it manages to be both sturdy and lightweight.
It’s unpretentious in what it has to offer. Whether it's the robust exterior or well-equipped interior – it’s here to get the job done, and it does just that – ride after ride, charge after charge. Take for example its high-quality LG battery that’s regulated by a smart battery management system. This helps safeguard the battery from overcharging, overheating, and short-circuiting to ensure its longevity.
Even the fenders are well-built and do a good job of protecting you from splashback, while an IP54 water-resistance rating takes care of the scooter in the rain.
One thing that I noticed while riding over a very rough road, though, was that I heard some rattling. I think this was a result of the suspension not being able to fully absorb the shocks and vibrations. Nevertheless, providing you stay within the parameters of well-maintained streets and sidewalks, the Touring delivers a rattle-free ride.
Performance Report
Performance Report Summary
Category | Result |
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Top Speed | 25 mph |
0-15 MPH | 4.5 s |
Max Range (Riding Slow) | 32 miles |
Max Range (Riding Fast) | 19 miles |
Braking | 4.9 meters |
Max Incline | 15 degrees |
Optimal Incline | 9 degrees |
Top Speed
The rear-mounted 48V 500W motor endows it with a healthy top speed of 25 mph and a competitive acceleration rate.
Putting its speed into perspective, it’s the fastest scooter in both the sub $900 and sub 40 lb weight categories.
But, how do its velocity credentials measure up to its rivals when we expand the price range?
Top Speed vs Price
Applying a $500 range around the EMOVE Touring’s price tag reveals 14 comparable models, and yet it manages to secure a podium position where it shares 2nd place with the Mosquito.
Scooter | Price | Top Speed |
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SPLACH Twin |
$999
|
28 mph |
EMOVE Touring |
$829
|
25 mph |
Mosquito |
$899
|
25 mph |
Horizon 13 V2 |
$699
|
23 mph |
Horizon 10.4 V2 |
$599
|
23 mph |
Apollo Air |
$749
|
21 mph |
INOKIM Light 2 |
$399
|
21 mph |
Turboant V8 |
$549.98
|
20 mph |
Turboant X7 Max |
$429.98
|
20 mph |
Turboant X7 Pro |
$399.98
|
20 mph |
GoTrax G4 |
$399
|
20 mph |
Unagi Model One E500 |
$990
|
20 mph |
AnyHill UM-2 |
$899
|
19 mph |
Cityrider |
$399
|
18 mph |
AnyHill UM-1 |
$599
|
16 mph |
The only model to beat it is the SPLACH Twin, but this is to be expected considering that it has dual 48V 600W motors. Combined, these put out 700W more continuous power than what the Touring is capable of.
The SPLACH also shares the same folding functionality as the Touring – including foldable handlebars, a telescopic stem, and a cantilevered folding mechanism – however, it’s significantly heavier weighing 53 lbs.
Acceleration
Compared to the three scooters that I endorse as alternatives, the Touring’s 4.5-second acceleration rate to 15 mph, beats both the Horizon 13 and Mosquito by 0.2 and 0.5 seconds, respectively.
In practice, though, there’s not a lot of difference between the EMOVE, Horizon, and Mosquito where speed and acceleration are concerned, so it comes down to your preference between the three.
Scooter | Price | 0-15 MPH |
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SPLACH Twin |
$999
|
3.0 s |
EMOVE Touring |
$829
|
4.5 s |
Horizon 13 V2 |
$699
|
4.7 s |
Mosquito |
$899
|
5.0 s |
Where there is a noticeable difference, though, is with the SPLACH Twin. As a result of its more powerful dual motors, it accelerates to 15 mph in 3.0 seconds flat, making it 33% faster.
Mileage
Packing 624Wh in its 48V 13Ah LG battery, the Touring is capable of keeping the wheels rolling for a maximum of 32 miles.
Now, its maximum range will change based on how hilly the terrain is, how fast you're riding, your weight, and the weather (i.e. temperature and wind). Based on my tests, where I weighed 190 lbs and rode the scooter around a circuit of undulating streets on a day where the temperature was 57.2 Fahrenheit (14 Degrees Celsius) and the wind was 15.7 mph, I achieved 19 miles.
Mileage vs Price
Out of the 14 comparable models that fall within the $500 range around the Touring’s price tag, the scooter, yet again, delivers the goods where it shares third place with the Turboant X7 Max.
Scooter | Price | Top Speed |
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Turboant V8 |
$549.98
|
50 miles |
SPLACH Twin |
$999
|
35 miles |
EMOVE Touring |
$829
|
32 miles |
Turboant X7 Max |
$429.98
|
32 miles |
Apollo Air |
$749
|
31 miles |
Horizon 13 V2 |
$699
|
30 miles |
Turboant X7 Pro |
$399.98
|
30 miles |
AnyHill UM-2 |
$899
|
28 miles |
GoTrax G4 |
$399
|
25 miles |
INOKIM Light 2 |
$399
|
24 miles |
Horizon 10.4 V2 |
$599
|
23 miles |
Mosquito |
$899
|
22 miles |
AnyHill UM-1 |
$599
|
18.6 miles |
Unagi Model One E500 |
$990
|
15.5 miles |
Cityrider |
$399
|
15 miles |
Now, it’s worth noting that while the X7 Max is significantly cheaper than the Touring, it has significantly less power in the motor department and so getting from A to B takes longer. It does have a detachable battery that you can remove and swap with a fresh one on to go to double your range, though. The same can be said for the Turboant V8 which tops the chart with 50 miles – it also has a removable battery, but less motor power.
If you want the best of both worlds (i.e. battery and motor power), then the SPLACH Twin is worth considering. But, as previously mentioned, it’s 14 lbs heavier, equating to a 36% increase in weight. Besides, the Touring is the pound-for-pound champ of the sub 40 lb weight bracket where mileage is concerned, so it remains a top performer in the portable scooter class.
Hill Climbing
With its 500W motor, the advertised hill climbing incline of the Touring is 15 degrees, but based on my tests, I found that the optimal incline was 9 degrees. This means it can scale slopes that sit between gentle and moderate, but as soon as you push past this you’ll see a significant drop in performance.
In the wider landscape of electric scooters, no model in the EMOVE Touring’s price class can offer truly excellent hill-climbing qualities, so there’s no advantage or disadvantage of owning the Touring here.
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Shock Absorption
A couple of years back, I said that the EMOVE Touring was equipped with the best suspension system of any commuter scooter, but things have changed.
While it remains the only lightweight scooter to come with a triple front suspension system consisting of a spring at the base of the stem and a pair of coils flanking either side of the front wheel, its shock-absorbing qualities are rivaled by the Horizon.
There’s no denying that alongside the dual rear springs, the Touring promises a good amount of travel, but I found that the scooter clattered while going over bumps and loose terrain. By comparison, I took the Horizon out across the same test route and found that it delivered a more balanced ride that smoothed out vibrations.
Braking
From a speed of 15 mph, it takes 4.9 meters to stop.
This level of performance is in line with the Mosquito (4.8 meters) and the Horizon (5.0 meters) – both of which have very similar setups to the Touring’s rear mechanical drum and regen brake.
When compared to the SPLACH Twin and its dual drum brakes, it’s beaten by a stopping distance of just 2.9 meters.
Now, while I’d prefer to see a dual braking setup here, there are mitigating circumstances for the Touring – namely, that none of the sub $900 scooters in our 100+ database sport dual mechanical brakes.
It’s also worth noting that the drum brake is extremely low maintenance, long-lasting, and doesn’t fade in wet conditions. Plus, you can adjust the intensity of the regen brake via the display (0 = off, 1 = medium, 2 = strong).
Ride Quality
From the wide handlebars, long deck, and adjustable stem, it ticks all of the boxes needed for riders of different sizes to feel comfortable.
A highlight of its design is that the deck-to-handlebar height can be adjusted from 28.8 to 40.3 inches. This is a key consideration since it means that riders both short and tall can enjoy riding. By comparison, the Horizon – which is one of the Touring’s most fierce rivals – has a telescopic stem that can be adjusted to a maximum of 38.5 inches meaning it runs a little short for riders over 6 ft.
(Horizon on the left, EMOVE Touring on the right)
Elsewhere, the tires enable the scooter to remain nimble, while the different spring rates of the suspension setup allow it to soak up vibrations – so long as you stick to well-maintained streets and sidewalks.
Combined with its nippy acceleration, spritely top speed, and respectable range, it does a good job where all-around performance is concerned.
Alternatives

SPLACH Twin
Specs:
- Speed: 28 mph
- Range: 35 miles
- Weight: 53 lbs
- Load: 220 lbs
Why is it Better Than the EMOVE Touring?
- More motor power (Dual 48V 600W vs Single 48V 500W)
- Faster acceleration (+33%)
- Bigger battery (+20%)
- Stronger brakes (2.8 vs 4.9 meters)
Why is it Better Than the EMOVE Touring?
- Costs more
- Supports less rider weight (-88 lbs)
- Heavier (+14 lbs)

Mosquito
Specs:
- Speed: 25 mph
- Range: 22 miles
- Weight: 29 lbs
- Load: 265 lbs
Why is it Better Than the EMOVE Touring?
- More portable
- Lighter (-10 lbs)
Why is it Better Than the EMOVE Touring?
- Costs more
- Supports less rider weight (-43 lbs)
- Handlebars are narrow (15.8 vs 22 inches)
- Smaller battery (-26%)

Horizon 13
Specs:
- Speed: 23 mph
- Range: 30 miles
- Weight: 42 lbs
- Load: 265 lbs
Why is it Better Than the EMOVE Touring?
- Ride quality is better, especially at top speeds
- More compact
- No wiggle room in handlebars because they screw into place
- Controls are more ergonomic
Why is it Better Than the EMOVE Touring?
- Supports less rider weight (-43 lbs)
- No water-resistance rating
Warranty
The EMOVE Touring comes with an industry-standard one-year limited warranty.
As with all warranties, the policy doesn’t cover environmental damage (such as rain, sea breeze, or submersion), unauthorized modifications, wear and tear, improper maintenance, abuse, or neglect.
It does, however, cover manufacturer defects, but you will need to cover the costs of shipping, and in some cases, labor.
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$899.00 Original price was: $899.00.$829.00Current price is: $829.00.