The riding range of a Citycoco electric scooter drops significantly when carrying a passenger, primarily due to increased overall load weight and higher power consumption during daily riding. Standard single-rider range data released by manufacturers is always tested under no-load conditions with flat terrain, moderate speed, and full battery power, which cannot reflect real-world dual-rider scenarios. Most conventional Citycoco models equipped with 60V 20Ah lithium batteries can achieve a maximum single-rider range of 60 to 80 kilometers on flat roads. However, when carrying an adult passenger with a total load exceeding 120 kilograms, the overall energy consumption per kilometer rises sharply, directly reducing the effective cruising range.

Weight resistance and rolling resistance are the core factors leading to range attenuation with a passenger. The dual-rider mode increases tire grounding pressure, which elevates rolling friction between tires and the road surface. Meanwhile, the scooter’s motor needs to output higher torque to maintain stable speed, especially during acceleration and constant-speed cruising. Test data shows that Citycoco’s unit energy consumption increases by 30% to 45% with a passenger compared to single riding. For a 60V 20Ah lithium battery model, the actual dual-rider range drops to 35 to 50 kilometers, while lead-acid battery versions face more severe range loss due to low discharge efficiency under heavy load.

Road conditions and riding habits further amplify range reduction in dual-rider scenarios. Frequent start-stop, high-speed riding, and slight uphill sections will accelerate battery power drain. In urban commuting scenarios with mixed road conditions, the practical dual-rider range of Citycoco is usually maintained at 40% to 55% of the official no-load range. To optimize cruising mileage with a passenger, riders can avoid rapid acceleration, maintain a constant medium speed of 30 to 35km/h, and regularly check tire pressure to reduce extra resistance, which can effectively improve battery utilization and extend the dual-rider range by about 10% to 15%.