Razor Pocket Mod Scooter

Razor USA started in 2000 building a redesign of the traditional kick scooter. They've since designed a number of products, taking older, popular designs and kicking them up a notch. Using upgraded material and the latest technology, they have made a big name for themselves in the market geared towards kid ride-on toys and electric scooters.

Their version of the miniature electric scooter has been out for several years, but the pink Sweat Pea model with streamers on the handlebars was just released out in March 2009.

The Razor Pocket Mod electric scooter moves at a speed of 10 mph but can reach speeds of 15mph depending on the driving terrain. It's made for teens 13 and older.

• High Torque Motor with Chain Drive


• 24V (two 12V) sealed lead acid battery system


• Powerful 250 watt electric motor


• Battery charge time: 12 hours


• Up to 30 minutes of continuous use


• UL approved battery charger


• Tools included


• Product Weight: 59 LBS


• Assembled Product Dimensions: 50%u2033 x 18%u2033 x 30%u2033


• Product decoration and specifications subject to change without notice

These prices are from Amazon at the time of this article and are not guaranteed to be available at time of purchase.

Sweet Pea
Pink
$249.99


Red and Black
Amazon Exclusive
$229.99
Ladybug
Red and Black
$229.99



Red and White
$229.99

Mint Green
$217.79



Betty Purple
$199.99

Vapor Black
$198.00

I always comparison shop an expense of this size - especially if it's something for my kids. I want them to have a gift they'll enjoy but I don't want to go broke just because it's Christmas or their birthday. For example, prices on the Sweet Pea Razor Pocket Mod Scooter (excluding member only sites) ranged anywhere from a low of $223.00 to a high of $299.99.

Prices vary by color/model. There are three red versions - one is the Ladybug in red and black with a ladybug emblem on the side, one is red and white and is called "Red" by Razor, and one is red and black without the ladybug and available only through Amazon.

Amazon and eBay were among the lowest of the listed prices.

So what has Razor done to make the Ground Force as safe as possible for kids? Several things:

• Large 12" pneumatic tires for a smooth ride


• Sturdy steel construction meant to last


• Operated by hand accelerator and hand brake which are easier for kids to manage


• Retractable center mount kickstand


• Storage compartment under the seat to keep hands and shoulders free for steering


• A generous seat and foot space helps drivers balance the electric scooter for maximum steering functionality and a smooth ride.

Once you're comfortable with pricing and color options, the next piece of valuable information comes from those who have already purchased one of the Razor Pocket Mods. What problems did they run into? Were they generally pleased with their purchase? Did kids enjoy driving it and is at easy to operate as they say?

Amazon's consumer reviews provide a wealth of information about a product. There were more than 237 reviews available on this particular product. I went through each review looking for common threads and summarized consumer opinion into a few bullet points for quick reference:

REVIEWER COMMENTS

• The Razor Pocket Mod scooter is quiet. Some parents were worried it would sound like those pocket rockets in the neighborhood that can be annoying. It doesn't.


• 15 mph is faster than you'd think and the turning radius is not the same as a kick scooter. Make sure children wear safety gear and work with them until they're comfortable with the electric scooter's operation.


• Battery charge seems to last about an hour and as kids do not generally ride it constantly but, instead, ride it to the park or to a friend's house, it's plenty of charge to get them to and from their nearby destinations.


• Razor Pocket Mod requires some minor assembly. Many reported that it was easy to assemble. Reports of the time to do so were anywhere from 10 minutes to an hour.


• Very easy to maneuver - especially for kids who already know how to ride a bike. The concept is the same.


• Tires may not hold up as long on dirt roads. Standard replacement tubes can fix a flat and are easy to find.


• There were several complaints about battery issues. Either the battery would not charge or would not hold a charge for more than a few minutes. In one case, the owner had the batteries replaced with a non-Razor product and had no problems after.

On average, the Razor Pocket Mod has an Amazon rating of 4.5 with 89.5% of reviewers giving the product a rating of 4 or better on a scale of 5.