Electric Skateboard Calculator

This calculator is intended to help you find the theoretical maximum speed for an electric skateboard. (Pedal to the metal so to speak.)

Choose battery type and enter your values to calculate the estimated top speed for the electric skateboard. As you enter your values the answers will change. The calculator takes motor kV as an input because it is geared more for electric skateboards, but it may also work for electric scooters, mopeds ie (liquor cycles in SC), and electric bikes.

The weighted RPM and weighted top speed show the respective values with efficiency factored in.

Only enter whole numbers (There is no need for decimal points or symbols).
You can probably count on an average of 70% efficiency.

An electric skateboard is a personal transporter used by some Clemson University students. It is a personal transporter based on a skateboard. The speed is controlled by a hand-held throttle or weight-shifting and the direction of travel is adjusted by tilting the board to one side or the other.

There are some real pros on the streets of Clemson University that can surve and turn on a dime.

The basic design of an electric skateboard consists of an electirc motor (out-runner or hub), batteries, speed controller (often the specially designed VESC), and a wireless throttle on top of a regular skateboard, longboard or other variant (e.g penny board, mountain board).

All electric skateboards need an electronic speed controller (ESC) in order to vary the speed of the motor for accelerating or braking. The rise of hobbyists building their own electric skateboards meant demand for a more functional and specific ESC. The VESC (which stands for Vedder Electronic Speed Controller) is a more advanced ESC which allows for features such as better motor and battery protection, regenerative braking, programming options like acceleration and deceleration curves, and other advanced features.

Many electric skateboards can reach speeds of over 20 mph (32 kph), with many (including D.I.Y electric skateboards) heading up towards 30 mph (48 kph). Although many boards have brakes, they are not as efficient as brakes found on other personal transporters like a bicycles.

Personal protective equipment, especially helmets, are recommended when riding electric skateboards. Also be very careful if riding out in the street and when crossing at side streets. A driver may not be able to stop in time if you dart out in front of them. Don't assume you have the right of way.

Do not rely on these calculations without double checking using another source to verify your answers. If in doubt don't use these calculations.

Electric Skateboard Calculator

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