Chilli scooters: an overview of the range

Chilli is one of the best manufacturers in the field of mobility aids such as scooters. The company belongs to a large concern from Germany - Fun4u, it specializes in the production of sports (stunt) and city models. Those people who love extreme riding or just a ride on a scooter can, without fear, purchase products from Chilli.

Your attention is provided with several of the most popular models from this manufacturer, which will appeal to any urban extreme and just an amateur to ride a scooter.

City scooter suitable for walking. Its strong points include a solid aluminum deck (60 x 12.5 cm), as well as a sturdy steel steering wheel with rubberized grips. Wheels with a diameter of 120 mm with aluminum rims and bearings - ABEC 9. The maximum load on such a scooter can be up to 100 kg. Of the minuses, the integrity of the frame should be noted, which creates inconvenience when transporting the scooter and is massive (4.4 kg). No fenders, footrests or shock absorbers. The price of a scooter is 14,500 rubles.

This model is intended for sports driving or stunts, so the width of the deck is narrower than that of urban models - 11 cm. The steering wheel is made of chrome-plated steel, and its height reaches 90 cm. There is an anti-slip coating. Wheels with a diameter of 110 mm with ABEC 9 bearings. When assembled, the height of the scooter is 84 cm. The maximum load is up to 100 kg. Weight - 3.8 kg. The cost is 15,000 rubles. The disadvantages include a lightweight fork, which is not as strong as in other models, and there are no fenders.

Another stunt scooter with a deck made of aluminum alloy (53 x 12) with an anti-slip coating and a handlebar made of forged steel (height 94 cm)... Wheels with a diameter of 110 mm with aluminum spokes and ABEC 9 bearings. Reliable 4-bolt clamping. Weight - 4 kg. The maximum load is 100 kg. The main disadvantages include the cost of the scooter - 22,600 rubles, as well as the lack of wings and shock absorbers.

In general, the products from this manufacturer are characterized by reliability and durability, which allows, without fear, to perform tricks or accelerate while driving.

It doesn't matter if you want to buy a stunt scooter, for trips out of town or for your child, in the selection process, it is necessary not to forget about several important aspects.

1. Frame. Foldable is suitable if convenience when transporting the scooter is important, but the one-piece frame itself is more durable.
2. The weight. The optimal weight is considered to be 4-5 kg ​​with a load of up to 150 kg. It is better to choose a base made of an alloy of aluminum and magnesium.
3. Brakes. There are back and front manual. The latter option is more convenient, but more expensive. Stunt scooters need a rear brake.
4. Shock absorbers. Their presence will allow the ride to become softer, but movement may be accompanied by a squeak.
5. Soundboard. The coating should be anti-slip, and the width is selected individually.
6. Wheels. It should be selected depending on the purpose of the scooter. For stunt or sports models, the optimal width is 100 mm, and for urban regular models, 180 to 200 mm is suitable. The optimal stiffness is 72A-76A.
7. Bearings. You need ABEC 7 or 9. The more there are, the more reliable the bearing itself is.

When choosing the steering wheel of a scooter, emphasis should be placed on its height and width. As for the height, for conventional models, it usually has the ability to change positions within several fixations. This allows you to adjust the vehicle to the height of its owner, especially when it comes to buying a scooter for a child or teenager whose height may change. For a safe and comfortable ride, the position of the handlebars should be slightly higher than the lower back.

Urban models are usually narrower (35 cm) than stunt models (up to 55 cm). Conventional scooters have removable handles, which makes them convenient and compact for transportation. The fixing method is the same for most vehicles of this type. Some models may have an additional clamp for a more rigid fixation. The stability of the entire structure can also depend on the width of the handlebars, and removable parts are the guarantor of mobility.

For a detailed review of the Chilli scooter, see the video below.