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I wanted to take the time to reply, and not on a phone keyboard, because it would have been long... then I forgot. So, here goes!In short, yes: More speed reduces my maximum range. But we must compare the same number of batteries.To be clear, let me describe how it is with 2 batteries first, since it's its normal operation setup. I'll end with a single-battery quickie. FYI, I have extended range batteries. They're both 1500W power output, together plugged in parallel makes it 3000W.[ WARNING: TED Talk Wall of Text ]--= Limits & Riding Modes =--To be categorized as a 50cc scooter under Québec law, the top speed must be 70kph. I can top at 75kph, to allow to passing someone. The top speed is programmed into the motherboard. While I could go faster, the program prevents me from doing so. The torque is a 125cc equivalent, so my zero-to-70 is pretty quick.Even at constant top speed, I can ride for about 60 to 70 km (about 40 to 45 miles).I do have multiple modes I can choose from:Mode 1 Eco: Very slow acceleration. Top speed of 25kph. Maximum range of up to 160km, in ideal conditions (which is what they advertise as glorious, but no one stay in Eco mode, so no one reaches 160km).Mode 2 Dynamic: Better acceleration. Limits the power output to 1500W. Top speed of 45kph. Acceleration a somewhat faster than a 50cc engine, but the top speed is similar to a 50cc scooter. I'm unsure of maximum range, but continue reading for details on range.Mode 3 Sport: 125cc-equivalent acceleration. Gives the full 3000W power output. Top speed to 70to75kph. A normal 50cc scooter cannot accelerate like this, nor reach these speeds, especially considering the NIU NQi GTS is pretty heavy compared to 50cc scooters. As above, below I talk about range.--= Choice of Riding Modes =--Realistically, I ride alternating between Dynamic and Sport modes. Based on the street's top speed, I adjust myself. If I'm riding in a 30kph school zone, I'm gonna stay in Dynamic Mode. Even at full throttle, I'm limited at 45kph in this mode. But if I turn onto a faster boulevard or service lane, I shifted into Sport mode, allowing myself to keep with the faster flow of traffic.Sometimes, when crossing a busy street, I'll temporarily switch to Sport mode just to zoom across the intersection, and return to Dynamic mode.And if I'm in a parking lot, or prefer slow acceleration to to some back and forth parking manoeuvres, I'll switch to Eco mode, for safety reasons.If I'm stuck in traffic, I'll put myself in Eco mode to avoid unnecessary battery drainage from stop and go.There's no lane splitting in my province, but we play with grey area of this law by filtering when traffic is stopped, so I'll also use Eco mode in this case to avoid inadvertently accelerating into a door, mirror, turning vehicle, or crossing pedestrian/cyclist between stopped cars. Safety first! It has begun!
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