Now that the Federal Council has finally decided that e-scooters can be legally ridden on the roads, more and more manufacturers are announcing new scooters, which can then be legally driven at 20 km/h on cycle paths and public roads. Now, IO Hawk has announced another electric scooter in addition to the already announced IO Hawk Exit-Cross, which can also be ordered directly: the IO Hawk Sparrow-Legal. If you wish, you can let off steam a little with your IO Hawk scooter and individualize it. Here it is important to distinguish between legal and illegal setting. To drive the IO Hawk Sparrow-Legal, the following requirements must be met: It seems very tempting to tune your IO Hawk electric scooter. Especially because scooters are made for off-road routes. And where is As you can see, it is the already known IO Hawk Sparrow, which in version 2 already has all the necessary features to comply with the StVO. Thus, it is no longer necessary to buy the Sparrow and then buy the upgrade kit afterwards, but it is the Sparrow including the upgrade kit. It depends on the model. Electric scooters up to a maximum speed of 20 km/h are exempt from the obligation to wear a helmet. Models that go beyond that and are classified as mopeds or mopeds must be driven with a helmet. Also in the field of adjustment such that the manufacturer does not leave rage. There are controllers that make the scooter faster.
Or a 1000 W motor with controller for self-installation up to 40 km/h. However, eScooter tuning products can only be used on private, enclosed land. There are many accessories and spare parts for these electric scooters. With IO Hawk, it is possible to control new handlebar handlebars, tread or bell, new turn signals or brake light. The step is available in many colors and partly in wood appearance. If you need a new rear wheel, you`ll find it in the accessories area as well as brakes, a new battery and charging cables. IO Hawk`s road-approved electric scooters are suitable for riders from 14 years old, as they cannot drive faster than 20 km/h due to their design. If you want to buy an electric scooter, you should not only think about range and speed, but also riding comfort. The IO Hawk E Scooter is not for everyone! The price is 1449,- Euro above average in the electric scooter market. The popular ePowerfun Pro costs less than 700 euros, most models from Ninebot or Xiaomi to the Diecounter as well.
BUT the IO Hawk also offers certain settings that no other offers. It`s as simple as that. The range is well above average, the equipment with turn signals, brakes, ignition lock and application is more than what most offer. And the Legend can go off the road. But you`ll also notice it in town when you`re driving on cobblestones, curbs, or on a campsite. My rear wheel recently burst with my Metz Moover when I drove on an edge with momentum. A hard rubber tire is also not a good alternative, because in our opinion, driving is not so easy, and driving safety decreases. The IO Hawk is an absolute all-rounder! At the federal level, IO Hawk does not promote electric scooters. But many German cities and municipalities subsidize the purchase of electric scooters in order to promote the environmentally friendly mode of transport. The Egret Pro E Scooter with 10-inch tires The tires of an E Scooter test are an essential factor for riding comfort. The IO Hawk Exit Cross is available in Maxx, Entry, Exclusive and Premium variants.
The Legend is also available in Lite version and as Cross and Street. There is also the Sparrow and the Sparrow Legal. The new IO Hawk Legacy models are an absolute range monster. It manages 120 kilometers with its battery capacity. This is an absolute maximum value compared to the rest. High-quality high-end models from other brands only travel 60 or 80 km. With 120 km, you have to charge less often and drive more worry-free. This is a great advantage. Just like the legend, the Legacy is also well suspended and adapted to the terrain. With its payload of 150 kg, it is very stable and has excellent driving characteristics. Mobility specialist IO Hawk offers electromobility in many categories.
There are electric scooters with innovative starting technologies, a hoverboard and also a pedelec. The ADAC has already tested the IO Hawk Exit-Cross in 2019/2020 and especially praised the impressive range, off-road capability and turn signal equipment. E-scooters can only be driven on bike lanes and, if not available, on the road. Driving on sidewalks is generally not allowed. A helmet is not mandatory, but a helmet is highly recommended for safety reasons. Important information: B-stock: Technically impeccable. The IO Hawk Legend E Cross scooter is equipped with a powerful 500 watt motor. Thus, the falcon plays in the upper class. While other electric scooters, such as the Moovi or the Doc Green are only equipped with 350-watt motors.
The Segway E22D Ninebot has only 300 watts or the Xiaomi M365 only 300 watts. Of course, the premium model Egret Pro for 1799, – Euro of course also has 500 watts. With engine power, the Legend of IO Hawk is not only better in terms of acceleration, but also better at controlling slopes. An electric scooter with 400 or 450 watts of power is said to create up to 15% slope and up to 25% slope from 500 watts of power. There is a difference. If you still want to buy a hoverboard from IO Hawk, you have the choice between the Cross 2.0 with a range of 15 kilometers and a top speed of 15 km / h or the IO Hawk Cross 3.0, which comes with 12 km / h at about 12 kilometers. The third generation has smaller 6.5-inch tires, the Cross 2.0 has 8.5-inch exterior tires with off-road tread. Via Bluetooth, your smartphone can be connected to the two built-in speakers. However, if you`re looking for a scooter for off-road riding, you can`t ignore the IO Hawk models. If that`s what you want, IO Hawk electric scooters also have turn signals. The handlebar handles of the IO Hawk Exit Cross electric scooter, for example, are equipped with turn signals. The IO Hawk Legend also has turn signals.
On request, Kellermann turn signals are even installed at the front and rear. However, they are missing in the Lite. I would like to hear your views on the Sparrow legal project. Are you going to buy it, or would you rather opt for the slightly more expensive exit crossover? Or maybe a completely different scooter? I look forward to your opinions. The IO Hawk Legend is also foldable and road-legal. In cooperation with Kaabo, it comes in the test at a range of 87 kilometers. With the built-in brake light, unique suspension and Kellermann turn signals at the front and rear, every scooter rider will likely enjoy the vehicle. You can also buy this IO Hawk electric scooter without turn signals and choose between 10-inch tires with off-road tires or road tires with narrow or wide tires. The legend is also available in Lite version.
The payload is 120 kilograms. There is a disc brake on the front and rear wheels. All info about IO Hawk Legend. The IO Hawk Legend E Cross Scooter achieves a range of 87 km with a battery of 18.2 amps.