VORTEX CARBON DIRECT DRIVE 55KM

FEATURES OVERVIEW

2023 Boards Out Now! Vortex Carbon Direct Drive Electric Skates - Take to the asphalt and carve up some serious smiles with the Ultimate Board that is designed for riders who demand nothing but the best!

Carve coastlines with Comfort, Performance and a Whopping 55km Range thanks to the Vortex' Samsung 21700 Cell Premium Lithium Battery and Double King Pin Carve Trucks.

The Carbon Direct Drive boards are the ultimate in top end performance, efficiency, minimal motor noise and max carving smoothness offering a superior ride feel unlike any other ride.

With Dual 1,600W Direct Drive Motors (3,200W Total) this board can and will deliver serious speeds on BEAST Mode or reduce it back for a more relaxed cruising mode on the Lowest Speed Setting which is also excellent for beginners and riders of all skill levels.

WHEEL OPTIONS 

As a general rule of thumb...
Larger Wheels Eg. 120mm = Faster Max Speed & Less Range / Distance on Charge
Smaller Wheels Eg. 97mm = Slower Max Speed & More Range / Distance on Charge

Wheel Options: 97mm Glow Wheels, 105 or 120mm Cloud Wheels & 155mm All Terrains.

Key Model Features:

• Top Speed: 52km/h
• Dual Direct Drive 1,600W Motors
• Up to 55km Range (on 97mm Street Wheels)
• 44V / 15AH Samsung 21700 Battery
• 97mm Street Wheels Included
• Full Carbon Fibre Moulded Design

BELT DRIVE VS DIRECT DRIVE-DIFFERENCES

BELT DRIVE MOTORS

Are mounted off the back of the boards axle (and in some cases off the front) which then drive a belt around the pulley that adapts to the wheel allowing more ability to change gearing variations to alter the performance or range characteristics depending on the type of wheels and tooth of adapters used. They also provide phenomenal amounts of torque and acceleration thanks to their gearing. They are also louder than Direct Drive Motors, require a little more tuning and maintenance in belt tensions but provide excellent heat dissipation and All Terrain riding ability thanks to the high torque levels.

Key Benefits

• Ultimate in Torque & Acceleration
• Excellent Heat Dissipation
• Ideal for All Terrain Ability Riding

Downfalls

• Can be quite loud and noisey 
• Require's more tuning of belt tensions

DIRECT DRIVE MOTORS

Are affixed to the boards axle where the wheel mounts onto the side of the motor. They provide super smooth crisp delivery of performance and are the ultimate for everyday cruising or street carving. Direct Drive Motors are virtually maintenance free, plus are extremely efficient and super silent given they produce no loud belt noises and are fast becoming the motor of choice.

Key Benefits

• Incredibly Efficient & Smooth 
• Very Quiet & Low Sound Output
• Low Maintenance
• Ideal for Cruising and Carving

Downfalls

• Motor clearance on smaller wheels isn't ideal although they do have replaceable protective motor covers to account for this