# Self-Balancing Commuter Scooters The 'Mantour X' Foldable Scooter is Made with Durable Materials By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-01-04 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mantour-x References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/lightweight-electric-scooter-03-01-2020/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mantourx/mantour-x-the-lightweight-foldable-self-balancing-e-scooter?utm_source=kickbooster-direct&utm_medium=kickbooster&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=bee91aa2) The 'Mantour X' electric scooter is a premium transportation solution for urban consumers who are looking to take control of their commute. The scooter is characterized by its [lightweight profile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niu-kqi-200f) that is achieved thanks to a blend of materials including carbon fiber and aluminum alloy, which also work to make the unit inherently durable. Weighing just 16 pounds, the scooter has a self-balancing design that will reach a top speed of 12.4mph and offer just over 12 miles of range per charge of the battery. The 'Mantour X' electric scooter has a [double braking system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraviolette-tesseract) for enhanced safety on city streets and addresses the increasing demand for personal transportation solutions as more urban consumers seek to get around on their own terms. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Lightweight Electric Scooters:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating even lighter, more efficient scooters for urban commuters. - **Durable Materials for Transportation:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing new materials that are both lightweight and durable for various types of transportation. - **Personal Transportation Solutions:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing customizable, efficient, and sustainable transportation options for urban commuters. ### Where This Applies - **Electric Scooter Manufacturing:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating advanced electric scooters that meet the demands of urban commuters. - **Materials Science:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing new lightweight and durable materials for transportation applications. - **Urban Mobility Solutions:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in providing personalized and eco-friendly transportation options for urban dwellers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Weatherized Folded E-Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamic-scooter.md) - [Double-Suspension Commuter Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segway-ninebot-kickscooter-max-g2.md) - [Skateboard-Inspired Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bustin-boards-skatex.md) - [Foldable Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yadea-elite-prime.md) - [Foldable Bamboo Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tom-electric-foldable-scooter.md) - [Multifunctional Commuter eScooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alienish-ongo.md) - [Robust Electric Kick Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-stand-bike.md) - [Bamboo-Bodied Folding Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-folding-scooter.md) - [High-Performance Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highperformance-electric-scooter.md)