Yume Raptor 2. I've owned the version 1. And overall its a great scooter. The only thing I have to double check all the time is the nut inside the stem which keeps it sturdy.
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Yume Raptor 2. I've owned the version 1. And overall its a great scooter. The only thing I have to double check all the time is the nut inside the stem which keeps it sturdy.
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What's interesting about the Predator's 50Ah battery is they're prismatic cells, less internal resistance,
Most high-end scooters use roughly 200 small "AA-sized" 21700 cells wired together. The Predator uses 20 large 50Ah Panasonic EV cells. Here is why that matters for your power availability:
Massively Lower Internal Resistance (R_i): A single 21700 cell typically has an internal resistance of 15–25 m\Omega. In contrast, the large prismatic cells used in the Predator are rated at \leq 1.0 m\Omega.
Fewer "Bottlenecks": In a 200-cell pack, power has to travel through hundreds of thin nickel strips and spot welds. Every weld adds resistance. In the Predator's 20-cell "Big Block" setup, those bottlenecks are gone.
Reduced Voltage Sag: Because of the low resistance, the battery doesn't "choke" when you pull 100+ amps to maintain 45 mph. On a standard scooter, you might see the battery bar drop from 80% to 60% just by hitting the throttle (sag); on the Predator, the voltage stays much flatter.
📉 Power Curve Comparison
On a standard 72V scooter with 21700 cells, you'll feel a noticeable drop in "punch" once the battery hits 60%. By 40%, your top speed will usually drop by 5–8 mph.
With the Predator's prismatic cells:
0% to 80%: You will have access to 95%+ of the scooter's peak torque.
20% to 30%: You can still maintain high speeds (40+ mph) without the scooter forcing you into a "limp mode" or slowing down significantly.
🌡️ The "Heavy Rider" Advantage
At 250 lbs, you put more stress on the battery than a 150 lb rider.
Heat Management: Standard cells get hot when pushed hard, which increases resistance further (a vicious cycle). Prismatic cells have more surface area and better thermal stability.
Water-Cooled Synergy: The 2026 Predator pairs this battery with liquid-cooled controllers. This means while the battery provides the raw power without sagging, the controllers won't throttle the motors due to heat.
Yeah, I mostly got the predator for the battery and interesting liquid cooling system. First of it's kind. I came from a dualtron bluetran lightning that kept blowing controllers due to overheating. Now I have a Yume x11+, raptor, and predator. Never had an issue despite me people seeing Yume as a budget brand. They are really on the rise
If I may and I don't know if it's available in the states, but the Joyor T10 60v 2x1000w all hydraulic brakes and shock absorbers is quite fantastic in terms of quality/price ratio... Fast (over 40 mph), stable, light and easy to handle, excellent braking, comfortable... Very interesting promotions sometimes, especially on Aliexpress, but it will be more around $600
Otherwise at around $500, the Kukirin G2 is considered a "must have" among young riders near me.
The Yume Raptor was mentioned, excellent but very sporty 2x3000w, biker armor recommended 😸
I don't have any extreme opinion on the other brand. I can suggest based on what I own. I own both the Raptor and X11+. If you want power and fun, the Raptor is the move, best performance per dollar under $2k. The X11+ is more comfortable and balanced but less aggressive.
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