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OOTD SR1 electric scooter: review

Published on: 31-03-2026 / Modified: 31-03-2026

I regularly test bikes because it allows me to combine a physical activity I enjoy with my product testing. I had never tested a scooter before, and I had actually never used a scooter in my life. This test will therefore be a first-user experience.

OOTD is a Chinese brand that is part of the Duotts group, which markets electric bikes. OOTD offers several types of scooters, and I will be testing the OOTD SR1, which sits towards the higher end of their product range.

Promo code

I have promo codes for the O-OTD SR1 as well as for two other models. To use them, it’s very simple. First click on the link to activate the code. This link will redirect you to the O-OTD homepage, and the discount will appear when you add the scooter to your cart. These codes are 100% official and there are no conditions to benefit from them.

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Unboxing

I wasn’t at home when the OOTD SR1 arrived. I was quite surprised by the size and especially the weight of the box. I’m used to testing electric bikes, and in that case I know the box will be huge and the weight can go up to 40 kg.

The box of the OOTD SR1 scooter is a bit smaller than that of a bike, but the whole thing weighs around thirty kilos. I really didn’t expect that. I hadn’t checked the specifications before testing it because it wasn’t yet available for sale. With such weight, I can already rule out taking it with me on the train to make connections easier.

The box contains very little besides the scooter, and assembly simply consists of attaching and raising the handlebar. It’s much faster and easier than assembling a bike.

The scooter is very well packaged, which is probably why the packaging is so large. The scooter measures 122 cm in length and once the handlebar is installed, it also measures 122 cm in height. So this is a large-format scooter, which is perfect for me since I am 1.94 m tall.

Overview

The OOTD SR1 is extremely well equipped. I don’t really know what could be added. I have no experience with scooters, but all the scooters I see around me don’t have this level of equipment.

Let’s start with the motor…
The OOTD SR1 is equipped with an 800-watt motor capable of reaching up to 1400 watts temporarily. That seems huge for a scooter.

The motor has 3 assistance levels that determine the maximum speed. Level 1 is limited to 15 km/h. Level 2 is limited to 20 km/h and level 3 is limited to 25 km/h. I think it’s possible to unlock the scooter, but if you do, you step outside the legal framework and from a safety perspective it may not be a good idea.

The OOTD SR1 is equipped with cable-operated disc brakes, and the discs are so large that they are almost as big as the wheels. The brakes are reversed compared to a bike. The right lever controls the front brake, which is probably linked to the throttle. If you accelerate with your right hand, your left hand remains free to brake with the rear brake.

The 10-inch wheels and steering offer good maneuverability. I was surprised by the steering angle. You obviously can’t fully use it while riding without risking a fall, but maneuverability is good despite the width of the tires, the brakes, the mudguard and everything that could limit the flexibility of the front wheel.

The OOTD SR1 features a 4-LED headlight at the front. At the rear, there is a light above the mudguard and this light also indicates braking. On the sides of the deck, there are LEDs on each side. These LEDs are large, but I think the brightness is probably not optimal in daylight.

The side placement is not very useful for vehicles behind you. If you activate the turn signal, the corresponding LED lights up, but since it is on the side, vehicles behind you won’t see it. If you ride in the dark, the LED will probably light up the ground, but I’m not sure a driver will see it unless they are quite close to you.

Both wheels are equipped with suspension. The springs look solid, but travel will always be limited due to the wheel size. I was curious to see how this mini suspension would perform on uneven ground.

The bell is a standard bell and that’s a good thing. On electric bikes, it’s often more like a horn with an unusual sound that surprises people. The resistance of the bell is slightly too high for my taste, but I’ll see over time if that becomes an issue.

The grips are ergonomic with a small wrist support. They are not fixed, which means you can adjust their orientation as you wish, but they will also move slightly if you press on them while riding.

Next to the right grip, there is a throttle. To make it work, you need to give the scooter an initial push. Since I had never used a scooter before, I was a bit surprised not to see it move when pressing the throttle, but I assume it works the same way on other scooters.

The foot deck looks really huge and it probably is for most people, but since I wear size 47/48, I’m missing a few centimeters to place both feet comfortably. This is absolutely not a problem for short trips. The deck is covered with silicone with an anti-slip treatment. The design of the deck is really very nice. OOTD is probably targeting a younger audience with this kind of product, but even if I’m not part of that target group, I find the design very successful.

The battery has a capacity of 20 Ah, which is the same as most electric bikes I test. It is rated for a range of 70 km. It probably plays a big role in the weight of the scooter, but since it is placed horizontally under the deck, it contributes to a good balance of the scooter.

I’ll finish the overview of the SR1 with the kickstand. It is ideally placed under the deck and allows you to easily stabilize the scooter even on a slight slope.

Motor

Acceleration
The motor has 3 assistance levels, each with its own configuration. The first level is limited to 15 km/h with smooth acceleration. The second is limited to 20 km/h with slightly stronger acceleration, and the third level is limited to 25 km/h with clearly more powerful acceleration.

Here are the times:
0–15 km/h: 6 seconds
0–20 km/h: 7 seconds
0–25 km/h: 9 seconds

There is a big difference between levels 1–2 and level 3. The acceleration of level 3 is strong enough to lift the front wheel. My weight obviously plays a role in the acceleration; this scooter is clearly not designed for people of my weight (100 kg). It can perfectly support my weight, but performance is clearly affected.

Responsiveness

The scooter is very responsive at startup, especially in level 3. I can clearly feel the effect of the 1130 watts at launch, there is a boost at the start and then the acceleration follows a more linear path. With level 3 and without trying to do tricks, I often found myself starting on one wheel before the scooter stabilized.

Speed

The OOTD SR1 is limited to 25 km/h but can be unlocked. The speed displayed is not entirely accurate. If I compare it with GPS speed, I measure a difference of about 1 km/h. When the scooter shows 25 km/h, it is actually going 24 km/h. I also think the speed display is smoothed because the GPS speed fluctuated much more than the display. It’s as if the speed shown on the scooter is rounded up.

I noticed something curious on downhill sections. I expected to have to brake to avoid going too fast, but the scooter never displayed more than 25 km/h. Either the speed is limited in some way or the display is configured not to show more than 25 km/h. I tend to believe the second explanation because I experienced the same thing with a Duotts bike, and Duotts is the parent company of OOTD.

Hill test

With a power of 800 watts, I expected the OOTD SR1 to bring me to 25 km/h in almost any condition. Unfortunately, that’s not entirely the case. On a 2% incline, I can reach 25 km/h without any problem, it just takes a bit longer than on flat ground. On steeper inclines, my weight quickly becomes a limiting factor. On 3–4% inclines, I cannot reach 25 km/h.

Battery

Charging time

The charger included with the scooter is a 2A charger and the direct consequence is that the charging time is quite long. The manual indicates a charging time of 9 to 10 hours. I didn’t time my first charge, but it took a bit more than a full night to fully charge the battery.

Range

This scooter has a theoretical range of 70 kilometers. I don’t have a comparison point with other scooters because this is the only one I’ve tested. It seems quite high because I imagine this kind of device is mainly used for short trips, but this one offers enough range for daily commuting.

70 km is the theory, but in reality I reached about 40 km under not very favorable conditions. My weight plays a role, as does my height because I catch much more wind, and there was indeed a lot of wind during my test. This leads me to believe that someone lighter and shorter could probably reach 50 to 60 km of range.

Don’t be fooled by the battery indicator because it seems to drain slowly at first but towards the end it drops much faster. I experienced this firsthand when I ran out of battery 8 km from home. Pushing a 30 kg scooter for 8 km is not very enjoyable.

Braking

I tested the braking as I do with bikes, by testing the brakes individually and then together. I was a bit surprised by the braking distance, which is probably again related to my weight and the lack of a comparison point. With both brakes, it took me almost 10 meters to go from 25 km/h to a complete stop. On an electric bike, braking is clearly more powerful. This distance would likely be shorter if you are lighter. It definitely requires anticipation to make sure you have enough distance to come to a full stop.

Suspension

The OOTD SR1 has suspension on both wheels. I was surprised to see suspension on a scooter, but again this is the first one I test so I can’t compare. I used the scooter on uneven roads with small branches and accumulations of dirt caused by agricultural traffic. The suspension does its job very well. I was a bit cautious the first time I rode it, but I quickly gained confidence. The suspension behaves in a very reassuring way.

Conclusion

This is the first time I test a scooter, so I don’t really have a comparison point. I will therefore rely more on my impressions than on a measured comparison as I do with bikes.

I have to admit that I had some apprehension before testing this OOTD SR1 because I had never ridden a scooter and my sense of balance is not particularly strong. I’m also not the kind of person who looks for thrills or speed. This apprehension disappeared very quickly because the behavior of this scooter immediately reassured me. The motor is fully controllable, the suspension and steering are stable.

The motor offers riding comfort for everyone. If you want to start gently, you can. If you want a strong boost, that’s also possible. The 1130-watt peak is clearly noticeable in assistance level 3 and even without trying to do anything extreme, I often found myself starting on one wheel, but without ever feeling unsafe. The peak is temporary and quickly stabilizes the scooter. This motor will therefore suit a wide audience but with some limitations related to weight and height. With my 100 kg, the motor struggles to reach 25 km/h on inclines above 2%. With my height (1.94 m), I have a large wind resistance which also works against performance.

The suspension also positively surprised me. I live in the countryside and the roads are not always in good condition. The surface is rough, with agricultural tracks and debris. It’s not ideal for a scooter, but it works without any problem. You can even tackle small curbs.

The battery is also a strong argument in favor of the SR1. I didn’t reach the advertised range, but given my size and weight, that was expected. With 40 km of range, this scooter still allows for long trips.

The scooter looks great, which contributes to the perception of the product. Everyone I met during my test had a positive reaction. It is also very well equipped, nothing is really missing.

However, there are some weaknesses to consider. First, its weight. At nearly 30 kg, this is not a scooter you will easily carry on public transport. The handlebar folds, but with 122 cm length and its weight, it will be difficult to store in a train or metro.

I also find the charging time very long. This is also the case for electric bikes, but here it’s even longer to the point that a full night is not always enough.

The screen displays all necessary information, but in very bright conditions it becomes almost unreadable. If you are tall like me, it’s even worse because the viewing angle is more limited.

I also find the braking not sharp enough, but I cannot say whether it is good or not compared to other scooters since I haven’t tested others. It might even be better than average, but compared to what I’m used to with bikes, it feels a bit weak.

LAURENT WILLEN
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