Bringing A Schwinn S500 Scooter Back From The Edge ~ By Old Sneelock's Workshop

[@rawbacon]

I found a 24v Schwinn in the garbage many years ago, turned out to be something simple with the wiring and I had it up and running by the next day.

[@OldSneelock]

I have fixed numerous things by changing a fuse or cleaning the connections. 😁😎

[@OldSneelock]

There is always a time lag between when I do the project and finish the editing and posting. I'm not going to give away the ending.:-)

[@a1234spd]

Yes they do engage just by throttle no momentum needed I have 2 of them. Need any game plan or diagnosis just let me know.

[@heist718]

scott davis yea I do I have a Ezip nano electric scooter on/off light comes on but that’s it

[@robotputty]

I just got an old used one. Plugged in the charger, twisted the gas and the motor works fine. But it stays on green as soon as you plug it in, and doesnt go when i plug it out. This is after a two hour charge. Do i have to wait six hours for it to get working, or is it broken?

[@OldSneelock]

Sounds like batteries.

[@robotputty]

Old Sneelock's Workshop Hi! I purchased new batteries and wires and installed it! It works like a charm now! Thanks!

[@joshbeier]

I have the exact same scooter. And I’m running into a problem. I took it for a ride after new batteries were installed and then went to charge it. Wanted to go for a ride and it went 5 feet and the back wheel locked up and the throttle lights up all 3 lights. I tried to replace the controller but that didn’t work. Any ideas?

[@OldSneelock]

Not sure how expert you are at checking but I would start with checking the battery voltage. New batteries should be okay but it is an easy test and they can be bad. One battery is 12 volts. Two batteries in series makes 24 volts. If batteries are okay then test the motor in the wheel. Running straight 24 volts from the batteries using a jumper wire should have the motor spinning. If not the motor might be bad. You replaced the controller. Check the wiring and make sure it is correct. Not being able to see it that is the best I can recommend. Let me know what you find and we can go further with more information.

[@joshbeier]

I couldn’t fully replace the controller the throttle pins didn’t align

[@joshbeier]

How do you check the motor if it’s bad?

[@OldSneelock]

I would use some jumper wire and go from the battery pack to the motor leads. the motor should spin if you connect to the batteries. If it does then the controller is suspect.

[@joshbeier]

I jumped the battery to the motor and it freed up. Replaced the controller and the throttle. It works again. Only thing is the battery gauge on the throttle after a fresh charge goes right to half when I first take off.

[@davisgiang8775]

I have issues with ezip 500 scooter. First, it runs for 2-5 minutes and the chain fall out. Second, I have not use it for while and battery no longer charge. I am from San Diego. Do you fix ezip 500? Or do know any good electric scooter repair shop in San Diego you can refer?

[@OldSneelock]

Sorry I don't know anyone in San Diego. I am in Michigan and I don't work on other peoples equipment. At a guess I would say the chain is loose and you need new batteries.

[@VideoNash]

thanks

[@OldSneelock]

You're welcome!

[@lewiemcneely9143]

I did'nt know there were electric scooters. The ones I rode were HAMMERHEAD powered and not mine to start with but I liked them anyway. If the electric doesn't work, put a weedeater motor or a chainsaw motor on it. You've got smallish feet and could stand to make a larger carbon footieprint. If it was mine and ran I'd be hunting dual wheels and high flotation tires. Good find for $50 but why doesn't that surprise me.

[@OldSneelock]

+Lewie McNeely My early contact with scooters was hot rodding a buddy's Cushman. It was 1968 and he wanted it to look like an Easyrider type chopper. New frame, handle bars, and an extended fork, made it one of the coolest scooters in town. Of course he sold it as soon as I finished it. I didn't do much work for him after that.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

I've had buddy's like that and they didn't last long either.

[@EnduranceSwat1]

Trying to get the rear tire off to change the tube. Can't figure out how to get the chain off

[@f4iguy999]

to get those scooters to start you have to give some forward momentum on wheel and give throttle as well...they won't engage just by throttle alone...

[@vidcreations]

Well the four scooters I have, you just twist the throttle and they take off. No need for a little push.

[@OldSneelock]

F4i Guy The scooter would move under it's own power. With the new batteries it worked much better.

[@ginakerry2588]

On the older models,there was no hi tech to require push starting. This unit is either on or off. Very basic .

[@aaronlittle2176]

If you still have your KZbin channel, I'm wondering if the Schwinn s350 electric scooter use a bigger motor for upgrading instead of the original motor?

[@OldSneelock]

Yup. Still here. Don't know about the s350. I did give the S500 to a young man going to college. It was fun, but not a reliable means of transport for me.

[@waynefilkins8394]

Have you replaced the motor on one of these? I took the motor off and put it back on and now the chain is making this grinding sound...makes no sense. It's like it's rubbing against a bolt but it wasn't a bolt that I messed with so I don't know if i'm putting it on wrong or what...completely stumped here. Got my new batteries today too so really eager to get this running to take over to my nephews :)

[@OldSneelock]

Flip it upside down so you can see the chain and spin the wheel by hand.

[@waynefilkins8394]

@@OldSneelock Thanks for the response...I'm an idiot haha...When I bolted the motor on and that metal thing that goes around it, I put the metal thing on closer to the frame, so the motor was further out and sprockets not lining up. Got it figured out but then found out the speed controller isn't the right now but I think I can rig all the wires up to still connect everything properly...I regret taking this project on but no turning back now...hoping to get it going tomorrow haha

[@JimTMcDaniels1]

I'm gonna get my hands on a used 500 and replace the batteries with a 36v lithium pack that fits and comes with a charger from aliexpress with power management build into it. I've read very good results of increased acceleration and top speed and hill climbing this way on this model.

[@OldSneelock]

Sounds great!

[@abelflores3752]

I have the exact same scooter and I'm having problems with it working sometimes and not, but the power does come on all the time, it just does nothing when I turn the throttle

[@OldSneelock]

Check your wire connections.

[@abelflores3752]

Thxs

[@lh32186]

@@OldSneelock do these scooter have a speed limiter? I have one but would like it faster. Thanks!

[@OldSneelock]

@@lh32186 I think it is limited by the amount of power you can pull from the battery. Check out some of the videos on 36 volt battery setups.

[@King_Tokes]

I just replaced the 3 batteries on my Stealth 1000 yesterday, and I'm running into similar issues. I figured it was the batteries, because they were bulged and leaking... It clicks when I turn it on, but I get no throttle. Any idea where I should check next?

[@OldSneelock]

Check the connections in the battery cables. The battery box on mine isn't water proof. The cable connections can get corroded. A tube of dialectric grease from the auto parts store will help prevent the corrosion. Also check all the other connections. I had the plug between the throttle and the controller work loose. That was a pain to find. Easier just to check them all. I gave this scooter to a young guy who was going to college. I hope he has good luck with it.

[@King_Tokes]

@@OldSneelock Thank you for the feedback... I greatly appreciate it!

[@OldSneelock]

Hope it works. They are fun to ride.

[@ziblot1235]

KingTokes King, I thought I was reading my own post. I had a 1000 sat around forever before I got the brainstorm after about three yrs to replace battery’s. Well I did it. At first I think I hooked them together wrong. I had pos pos neg neg on Middle battery. So I ifixed that, rode around for like a month. Then today it just quit. The throttle lights never did work like they used to. It used to function a s a fuel gauge, now it turns yellow when I hit 20mph. But like I say, it just quit today.

[@robink6805]

Help help I forgot how to attache brake line after I replacing the tube in my rear tire

[@OldSneelock]

I never worked on the brakes on my scooter. Sorry I looked for a diagram of the brake but was unable to find one. My scooter was given to a college student 5 or more years ago and I can't look at it to see.

[@ryanjoseph7659]

I have this schooter

[@djericanthony]

Is that mix between a Schwinn and a Scooter a Schooter I would say Schwooter

[@Manocooper]

looking forward to the result. hopefully the fuse is it.

[@amishpope]

Just pop a big old chainsaw engine on it. HA HA I always liked the challenges with electrical issues. Sometimes losing myself in the problem and even losing all sense of time.

[@OldSneelock]

+Tim Caldwell I think I'll be able to make it work. The jury is still out on the battery.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

+Tim Caldwell I've got an old Super 45 that'd take Unc and Aunt Lydia a ride they'd never forget.

[@OldSneelock]

After my third crash I decided that I should slow down a bit. I sold all the motorcycles and didn't ride again for 5 years. I've had enough unforgettable rides already. ;-)

[@lewiemcneely9143]

Ain't THAT the blessed truth. I always get a sideways look when I spout off "Just like WRECKING a bicycle, you never forget it". I can learn to ride one all day long but when I CRASH, it's a different story. Like the HIDE hitting the highway. The rubber can meet the road all day long but when the "Hide hits the Highway", you don't forget it soon.

[@OldSneelock]

Lewie McNeely The last one was the worst. Just some road rash but it could have been a whole lot worse. ~ Warning ~ Story from my youth My softball team had won a game. Since I was pitching it was a real big deal for me. I left the field and headed back to the house. At the hospital stoplight I decided to let the Harley Panhead run wide open for a block. Youthful exuberance will kill you quicker than anything. I was doing about 60 when I saw the lady making a left turn in front of me. She was having one of those deer in the headlights moments. The Harley was running straight pipes with baffle washers so when I opened it up the windows rattled for two blocks. She must have heard me coming and froze. I clamped on the binders and tried to steer around behind her. Too fast and too sharp a turn. The back end broke loose and slide sideways. The bike grounded on the derby cover and lifted the rear tire up off the pavement. When it came down again a half second later it flipped the bike up and threw me into the right hand lane on the other side of the ladies car. I was still moving at about 60 when I hit the pavement. I landed on my left elbow, the seat of my pants, and my heels. There use to be a commercial for Sinclair gasoline with a stop motion series of people sliding down the road on their butts instead of being in a car. That's what I was doing. I pushed myself upright and slid for a block and a half on my wallet and the heels of my shoes. As I'm writing this I can see the car door handles of the cars I'm passing zipping by my head. The bike was chasing me in the left hand lane throwing sparks in a rooster tail. It passed me and I figured I must have stopped sliding. I pushed up with my hands and was up running down the center of the right hand lane. I ran up to the bike and picked it back up on it's wheels. I did a quick check and the only real damage was the foot shift lever was bent in a U. It was a drop forged steel bar about a half inch thick. I don't think I could bend it with anything less than a three foot lever but I grabbed it and pulled it out straight. My adrenaline level must have been maxed out. I hopped on the bike kicked it over and it fired right off. I smoked the tire to the next corner and headed back to my house. When I got home and pulled the bike around back I went inside to take stock of the damage. I had a scrape on my left elbow about 2" long, both back pockets were worn through, and the heels on my loafers were worn off at a 45 Degree angle. The only reason I'm still here is that God loves me and the devils afraid I'll take over.

[@hectorman7926]

So how long does it take to charge

[@OldSneelock]

It is long gone. A young man wanted a scooter for college so I gave it to him. I had my fun with it. . With the new batteries it took about 6 hours to fully charge. I was so far over the weight limit that I could only go about a block before it overheated and shut down. Definitely a 180 lb or less driver.

[@robeenero]

Hi again, can you say, with brand new batteries, how long of a ride do I have before needing to recharge? I've tried to search online and can't find a consistent answer

[@OldSneelock]

Rob Nero Too many variables. Uphill? Flat? Downhill? Head winds? How much weight is on the machine? All of those have an effect. Best guess would be to go around on your local streets, so you aren't too far from home, and use your phone to log the miles. I read somewhere that 8 miles is the maximum to expect. 😁

[@robeenero]

Old Sneelock's Workshop great! Thank you!

[@aniyahudi]

BH hi , thanks for the video. i have almost the same scooter. My back tire popped. Have you ever tried replacing the tire on yours? If yes, coul you please give me a little guidence on how to remove the back wheel? Does it require me removing the motor? Thanks so much.

[@OldSneelock]

+aniyahudi I haven't needed to. I can check on mine in the morning.

[@aniyahudi]

Old Sneelock's Workshop that would be great. thanks so much.

[@small476]

I put GREAT STUFF in mine ..works really well and rolls good to ..i didn't use a whole can but let it sit OVERNIGHT

[@paullancaster3924]

Payed 15 for mine at a local thrift store. It charges and run but for only about 3 miles and then it's dead. Thinking I need a new battery.

[@OldSneelock]

Can't diagnose from here but it might just be the max the scooter will do.

[@c0uchsl0uch]

I have the S500, when I let off the throttle and get off the scooter it wants to take off on it's on, is this normal

[@OldSneelock]

Nope. 1.Worn/broken throttle so it is staying on? 2. Bad throttle wiring? 3. Bad controller?

[@c0uchsl0uch]

@@OldSneelock I replaced the throttle assembly with new, must be option 3. Thanks

[@GrandsonofKong]

Cool Project...as for the weight rating..that's for the lawyers and lawsuits. If I looked at those and followed them, I'd have to throw 80% of my ladders away! :-) I've had pretty good luck at finding replacement batteries on Amazon for UPS Supplies and other applications over going back to the manufacturer at horrendous costs. Just make sure you get the same Amp-Hour Rating and physical size. Is there a Date Code on the batteries to give you and idea of how old they are? Look at some Dielectric Grease and put it in the Fuse Holder and other wire connectors to help eliminate future corrosion issues.

[@OldSneelock]

+GrandsonofKong With my best ladder I can climb it carrying a hammer. No nails. One 10 penny nail would put me over the limit. :-)

[@lewiemcneely9143]

+GrandsonofKong I've got a Stanley box with all my electrical stuff in it and there's a bottle of dielectric grease that's some of the best stuff ever was. Just like anti-seize, ought never leave home without it!

[@lewiemcneely9143]

+Old Sneelock's Workshop I've got 3 ladders and I do believe they're over the limit if I even look at them. That's why Sweetums does all the climbing and it's just on the 6 foot fiberglass and under. I guess the extension is for other folks working here. Sure ain't for me!

[@uktony1525]

My wife uses a stair lift and the installation engineer revealed that it was tested to 5 times its recommended maximum weight. More donuts and chips for me then :-).

[@GrandsonofKong]

UK Tony Cheers mate!!

[@a1234spd]

I have same bikes the problem I believe you have with nothing happening is the connectors are not connected correctly you have a main plug with black and red.....you need red going to both black and red...then black going red to black as well. I'd bet you have opposite leads connected.

[@OldSneelock]

scott davis The wires were right. The batteries were shot. I'm surprised they worked at all.

[@chrisouellette5816]

Interesting video, thanks. I got new batteries for my S400. Green light comes on, but motor won’t turn. So, is my throttle broken or need a new motor? Ideas? Thanks!

[@OldSneelock]

Clean all the connections with contact cleaner first. The cable connections get corroded. Then test your motor by jumping around the controller direct from the batteries to the motor. If the motor runs my bet is the connectors. The controller is the sealed box. Nothing to check inside. That is a pain. Only way to check is replacement. Checking and cleaning the wires is easiest and cheapest do it first. You might just find a loose/bad connection.

[@amishpope]

Just pop a big old chainsaw engine on it. Ha Ha I always enjoyed the problems connected with electrical issues. Losing myself in the problem and sometimes losing all sense of time.

[@OldSneelock]

+Tim Caldwell I think I'll be able to make it work. The jury is still out on the battery. Two postings? Two answers?

[@lameurinaldrama5279]

This version is better methinks.

[@wheredidileavemycell]

I upgraded the batteries with lith ion 36v drill batteries

[@OldSneelock]

How did it work?

[@wheredidileavemycell]

@@OldSneelock excellent, I used 2 20v dewalt batteries. I can't use (or too afraid) the built in chargin so I just charge the batteries with their charger..check out my video on my channel...the back tire popped a few weeks back so i gotta replace the inner tube. Be well and e safe!!

[@a1234spd]

Sorry bout misspells. Check the wire connections

[@OldSneelock]

scott davis Auto correct just makes mistakes faster than we can on our own. 😂

[@ginakerry2588]

Good instruction and debugging, but painfully slow. Maybe speed up the wire tracing and panel removal actions and then back to regular speed for the meat of it. (Am I allowed to say MEAT in 2023? Hope I didn't trigger anyone ) Also the high pitched hiss on the soundtrack could easily be filtered out with CoolEdit or many other editing softwares in 3 clicks. My friend found it very annoying to be in the same room while I was watching this video because of the annoying hiss. Otherwise, enjoyed the video. I have an S350 passed down from my brother where the cog that the chain attaches to on the motor broke off. Hopefully I can find a way to replace the shaft and save the motor because it barely got used before the shaft broke. It's been sitting in the garage for 10 yrs. But batteries and motor sound strong! Its very difficult to find a PRACTICAL scooter like this these days with a nice seat and large wheels. And if you do, they want a lot more than a grand for it. I think the s350 was like $300 brand new. The range kind of sucked. But if I can get the shaft replaced, I'm planning to upgrade the battery pack to Li-Ion and charge it outside of the unit if necessary, although onboard charging is much more convenient. This should be a fun and rewarding little project. I'd like to have something like this that can be basic transport over short distances and can be energized with a solar panel, in case the grid fails from a Zombie Apocalypse.

[@OldSneelock]

Thanks for the tips.

[@a1234spd]

When you meters the voltage you said VoLTE were around 14V that what one battery should be(12.9-14.0max) with 2 batteries creating 24v the meter should read approx 25v avg. .....I'm closing review you r wires on those batteries and make sure their cross crossed. Red to black (red wire) and same for (black wire) then check voltage at plug👍🏼

[@OldSneelock]

scott davis Your right that the wires have to be "crisscrossed". They are wired in series so they create 24 volts instead of the 12 they would create if the were wired in parallel

[@djericanthony]

Seems to me at 9min you found it. Spray off the corrosion and stick the fuse back in.

[@OldSneelock]

If only that was it.

[@djericanthony]

I got one for $30 today. Pulled the batteries out, they are swollen. Will clean off everything else. I order two new batteries on Amazon and a set of new 10” inner tubes. The charger still works though. I’m going to try and get it running with the least invasive action as I can

[@michaelanderson8464]

Ditto me too I need one

[@earlyculyer4103]

Green means done charging.

[@liljah3404]

What kind of charger do I need for my schwinn e500s, it says d.c24v on it but I wanna make sure I get the right charger off amazon

[@OldSneelock]

Yes you need a a 24 volt charger because it has two 12 volt batteries in series. If you get the proper one it will have the plug to fit in the charging socket on the frame. If you can't get that you will need to connect it to the batteries individually which will be a major hassle.

[@xpndblhero5170]

I got 2 off ebay for 2 12v 10ah batteries for $38 and a charger from another ebay store for only $9... It's a 24v 2a XLR charger for schwinn S500/mobility scooter/etc, pretty much anything w/ a 24v pack. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, Hope this helps.

[@OldSneelock]

The charger has to have the right plug most of all.

[@xpndblhero5170]

@@OldSneelock - Yeah, that and it has to be a certain amp as well... I found multiple different amperage levels but ended up getting a 2a one for a good balance of speedy and deep charging. My only problem now is that I can't figure out why it charges in about 2 hours but dies in 10 minutes... All the info I have says it should charge in 4 hours and last at least 20 to 30 minutes but I'm not sure cause I haven't been able to get someone else who owns one to answer a few questions.

[@kevinjones9979]

The throttle will not turn but the light get green

[@OldSneelock]

Is it damaged?

[@robeenero]

How long can you ride on a fully charged battery before you need to recharge?

[@OldSneelock]

+Rob Nero There is a problem with the controller. It can go 2 blocks tjen shuts down for 15 minutes. I think it has to cool off. Back tire is flat so not riding it right now.

[@robeenero]

I will keep that in mind to troubleshoot when I get to that point too! I managed to get the throttle installed, replaced the fuses(they were melted) and got the batteries charged, but the power light doesn't light up when switched on and the engine doesn't start either. I've read that some may start with a"fast walk and throttle it on" to prevent accidental roll aways, but do you suggest that as being the problem, since the power light doesn't come on?

[@OldSneelock]

Rob Nero My 500 starts from a standing stop and pulls quite strongly. There is a common problem that many who work on these mention. The electronics are not sealed. All the connections are right at the front of the battery box with a big hole directly behind the wheel. Any, and I mean any, water that enters the box through that hole corrodes the connections. The controller shuts down when the voltage drops below a certain point. I think that on mine I am fighting resistance issues in the connections. Fully charged the batteries generate 24 volts. If I'm losing just 2 volts to a bad connection any voltage drop causes the controller to sense a discharged battery and shut down. My intent is to clean all my connections after I repair the flat tire. You can buy contact cleaner in spray cans. Try disassembling the connections one at a time. Clean and reassemble each connection before moving to the next. Marking the cleaned connections will help prevent missing one. Here is a link to a wiring diagram. support.electricscooterparts.com/support/discussions/topics/1000044571

[@robeenero]

You're the best! Thank you!!

[@neilhoogendoorn8045]

I have a 400 and when batteries were new i could go a couple miles for sure Im 170 pounds.

[@pbrown6734]

change-out motor controller thats all you do men..10 minutes works..and the job done..

[@OldSneelock]

Never hurts to clean the connections first. 👍😁 😎

[@ryanjoseph7659]

So when it does that

[@TheNewb187]

hey how would I mount a 50cc motor on this scooter?

[@OldSneelock]

I would probably mount it on the back deck with a centrifical clutch.

[@kalibra8832]

The magnets inside the throttle controller are out of sync

[@TheNewb187]

@@kalibra8832 HUUHHH lol so cant i just modify it to work?

[@lilbitisme]

I am fixing to buy 3 schwinn electric scooters that I was told were working when they were parked last year, but now they no longer work...the lady who owns them took them apart and I will have to put them back together...my question is she is asking $75 for the 3 scooters and an electric dirt bike...would it be a waste to try and fix them or would it be a good project for me to do??

[@OldSneelock]

That's always a judgement call. I fix things because I can and I enjoy it. If I was trying to make a living at it I'd go broke pretty quickly. On mine, and research shows with most of them, the batteries go bad. It was $50.00 for a set for mine. The wiring is exposed to water if it rains. The connections can be cleaned but the joint between the wire and connectors is hard to clean without replacing the connector. I'm over the weight limit for the scooter. The range is supposed to be 8 miles. I get about a block before it shuts down and I have to wait for the controller to cool. Not worth 15 minute wait for a one block ride. So my answer is that if you want to play with them go for it. If you think you might make money selling them, chances are it won't be very much if anything.

[@lilbitisme]

I am getting them for my 2 sons whom both have birthdays coming up. The lady who has them bought them from an estate sell and said they ran when she got them. She parked them and when she went to start them up last month they didn't run...Not sure why but she took them apart and stopped work on them. Said she has all the parts to fix them, she doesn't have the time to do it herself...and with me not being able to work bc i cant get any assistance in paying for child care I have very little resources...and was hoping that if I could get something my oldest has been asking for it would be worth it...I just want to make sure I dont bite off more then i can chew...lol. I also enjoy working on things, last year back in November I helped one of my friends work on a gator side by side, and then 2 weekends ago i helped another friend put a motor on his bike and did all the work myself...I will be here soon helping my first friend work on a 3 wheeler that is not working at this time...I am not by any means a typical girl...and thank you...Is there a good site to go to to get the info needed in putting the scooters back together? I should be getting them tomorrow (friday) and I would like to get any knowledge needed to work on...so I am not in the dark when they get here...

[@OldSneelock]

lilbitisme Looks like your choice is made. The wiring is all plug and socket so that should be easy enough to assemble. Schematics are available on line. When you get them and you have specific questions don't hesitate tovask for help. There is a good group here who will offer advice.

[@lilbitisme]

thank you :) Means a lot to know if i have questions I have a place to go....I will let you know how things go when i get them....and I will be watching each of your vids to help figure things out if I get lost anywhere :)

[@rextaylor5439]

Should

[@joseph_gable825]

I think those batterys at the beginning are shot, same thing happened on my scooter

[@OldSneelock]

Joebro517 Definitely. They would run the scooter for a minute or two and then it would stop. The sides were bulged.

[@joseph_gable825]

Old Sneelock's Workshop yep sounds right, there are cheap batteries on Amazon that you can replace with that pack, and it'll work like new! Here are the batteries for 36$ www.amazon.com/UB12100-S-Universal-Battery-Replacement-10000mAh/dp/B00LRW1SZG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1482590194&sr=8-2&keywords=10ah+lead+acid

[@stephensanchez5761]

I have the Schwinn s500-cd what charger do I need and battery’s and where is the best place to buy them?

[@OldSneelock]

I had good luck with Amazon.

[@stephensanchez5761]

@@OldSneelock thks

[@tylerhale1696]

I ended up picking up 2 of these for 20 bucks but they don’t turn on🤣🤣

[@OldSneelock]

Clean all the connections. The front of the battery box is open to water from rain picked up by the wheel. The batteries go dead if left uncharged.

[@tylerhale1696]

@@OldSneelock 😂😂so the problem was that I didn’t know they were 24v scooters and only tried using 12😂

[@OldSneelock]

@@tylerhale1696 ☹☹Live and learn. So are they both working?

[@ashleywawrzyniak8573]

Hey, I am pretty sure I just broke my gear shaft in my 50cc scooter... is this fixable? or will I have to replace the entire motor/trans? Thanks... It's a chinese Qigqi...

[@OldSneelock]

Check for parts availability first. I would look into a repair manual. That should have a a schematic and parts breakdown. If you have the skill or the patience to learn, fix is usually cheaper.

[@OldSneelock]

www.urbanscooters.com/categories/parts/qingqi

[@ashleywawrzyniak8573]

@@OldSneelock Thank you!

[@ashleywawrzyniak8573]

@@OldSneelock alright I took it apart, and the drive belt came crumbling out haha.. So I will be replacing that. I"m pretty sure I need a 669mm I have a pretty small 50cc 10"wheel scooter. If you know different, let me know. Thanks again for your help!

[@OldSneelock]

Never heard of a Quigqi before. That's just the first steps I try with anything. When I get ready to buy something I ask about service and try and get a service manual.

[@waynefilkins8394]

i got those same bulky batteries and they don't fit...guess I should have measured it

[@waynefilkins8394]

actually mine don't even fit that well, can't get em both in there :(

[@waynefilkins8394]

oh nm you got the right ones, you just lay em down, mine are huge gonna have to return them or something :(

[@OldSneelock]

Is yours the same model?

[@waynefilkins8394]

@@OldSneelock Yeah same exact model and color! I ordered the correct batteries, they are a bit thinner than the ones I had ordered so they can lay down in there. I got 2 of these scooters from my cousin but they didn't have batteries or speed controllers and also each one had half the parts missing but there's enough between them to get 1 full scooter, after ordering new controller and batteries. I really hope the controller I ordered works, should be able to run it tomorrow with the big batteries, then replace small ones when they come in. Might tape big batteries in there somehow temporarily haha

[@waynefilkins8394]

I actually considered cutting off the back ends of them and weld them together to make an off-road 2-wheel electric skateboard, but I figure getting it going and stopping will be hard as it will want to fall over probably due to 2 wheels lol

[@Dirtyskrilla]

My scooter starts running as soon as I turn it on I don’t know how to stop that

[@OldSneelock]

Unplug the throttle control. If that stops it then start checking the throttle grip. If it doesn't stop the controller might be bad.

[@UrAvgRasian]

I still have my S500 but too lazy to get replacement batteries. Plus they cost too much.

[@OldSneelock]

They are a bit salty. It cost me $50.00 for the set and the whole thing only cost $50.00. It's fun but not sure it's such a good deal.

[@UrAvgRasian]

Old Sneelock's Workshop Funny thing the original scooter cost at retail back in 2006 $150 and companies want $20-50 just for one battery

[@small476]

I got mine 4 batteries for 78.00 Amazon..i have 2 scooters and we love them..if you have a flat put GREAT STUFF in it punch a hole in the tire fill it with GREAT STUFF let IT sit OVERNIGHT i didn't use the whole can..and ride it the next day..ride good

[@ryanjoseph7659]

I took out the batteries n put sum acid in it n put it in charge

[@soyplox2252]

Ayúdeme por favor

[@michaelanderson8464]

Look for a 36 volt controller and battery pack

[@OldSneelock]

Michael Anderson Perhaps a new more powerful scooter?

[@pedronorberto4237]

If you do not turn it ON won't work.

[@OldSneelock]

That is a rather true statement. Not sure what you are going for?

[@kogibankole]

you dont need to download the wiring diagram

[@OldSneelock]

No you don't. It doesn't mean you can't. I had a little difficulty finding it when I went looking. To prevent a reoccurrence I downloaded it. Also I printed it out so I wouldn't have to have my phone out and on while trying to work on the scooter. It's handy to put notes on the back of the diagram too.

[@juanzarate5602]

version español o ponerke subtitulos

[@OldSneelock]

I don't speak Spanish.

[@OldSneelock]

Juan Zarate Would a Google translation work?

[@ryanjoseph7659]

2h later i had it running till I got a flat tire 5 months later

[@OldSneelock]

Ryan joseph Mine has a flat on the back tire. I have to pull it apart and fix it. Time for another video.

[@small476]

@@OldSneelock punch a hole in the tire and put GREAT STUFF into it..no more flats and runs on it great..LET IT SIT [e-mail]...i did it to one of my scooters..i didn't put the whole can

[@ziblot1235]

Yer way too big for that bike. I have a 1000 and it is only rated 180lbs

[@OldSneelock]

Yup I am. It was purchased for my wife. She is well under the ratings. Fortunately I am not afraid to push the limits. Otherwise she would have been the test pilot. I've found that I bounce a lot better than she does so I would rather risk wrecking a $50.00 toy than her safety. P.S. It held up just fine. Must be a lawyer wrote the ratings. Don't want to get sued by an injured party.

[@xxlcountryguy83]

Those weight ratings are lies. I have the s400 along with many other scooters... I'm 6' 5" and 350lbs. They all work fine for me albeit straining to get speed with my weight. I always add another 12v battery to overcoat the motor and I'm good to go no problems even when climbing hills.

[@Doperyderfamilyrecords]

So Larry you and your friend sold me this Scooter that is not changing and practice you rip me off I am real nice guy until I am push come to shove I text your friend I know what you guys do make it right or your fans can know what your about that as nice as I can be

[@OldSneelock]

And so you think you can come on my channel and pull this? I expect an apology and for you to pay attention when you shout out your BS.