People often talk about electric scooters or electric motorcycles almost interchangeably, but what are the differences?

When talking about thermal vehicles, the main characteristic of a scooter is the seating position. It is generally upright with a flat floor to place your feet. For motorcycles, the seating position varies greatly depending on the type of motorcycle (sport, trail, or other), but you generally place your feet on footpegs.

Regarding transmission, it is generally automatic on scooters, but manual for motorcycles, although automatic transmissions are available on some models such as the Honda Goldwing.

The impact of engine displacement

In Morocco, people often refer to scooters to designate two-wheelers under 50cc and motorcycles for those over 50cc, which therefore require a license.

What about electric?

Since electric motors do not have gears, electric motorcycles and scooters are automatic. What distinguishes them is the seating position and the equivalent of engine displacement.

The case of the GoSwap Flow

Regarding the Flow, we are talking about an electric scooter. First of all, because of the seating position, which is upright for comfort and has a floor where you can rest your feet. It is ideal for the city and for professionals who drive all day.

Also, our scooter (or electric motorcycle if you prefer to call it that) is equivalent to 50cc, which means you can drive it without a license!