Fast Answer for Busy Riders ⚡ (TL;DR)
If you care most about range and sofa-on-wheels comfort, the Speedway 4 Plus still comes out as the overall winner - it simply goes much further on a charge and smooths out bad tarmac better than most scooters in its class. But you pay for that with extra weight, long charging times, and a design that feels a bit... vintage enthusiast rather than modern appliance.
The Kaabo Skywalker 10H is the smarter pick for riders who want a punchy, fun commuter with strong brakes, decent range, and a friendlier price, and who don't need ultra-marathon distance. It's the one that fits more real-world city lives, even if it can't match the Speedway's tank-like battery.
If your commute is long and your patience for charging is high, lean towards the Speedway. If you want something more balanced, cheaper and easier to live with day-to-day, keep reading - the Skywalker makes a surprisingly strong case.
Stick around for the full breakdown - the devil, as always, is in the details (and in how your knees feel after 20 km).
Big single-motor "touring" scooters used to be the sensible middle ground between featherweight commuters and monstrous dual-motor brutes. The Speedway 4 Plus and Kaabo Skywalker 10H are textbook examples: chunky, long-range, and just civilised enough to use every day without scaring the neighbours.
I've put serious kilometres on both: long commutes, late-night grocery runs, questionable shortcuts over cobbles and tram tracks. On paper they look similar - big batteries, proper suspension, 10-inch tyres - but on the road they have very different personalities, and both come with their share of "character" you'll want to know about before throwing money at them.
Think of the Speedway 4 Plus as the old-school touring bike with a huge tank and squishy suspension; think of the Skywalker 10H as the newer, lighter commuter that stops better, costs less, and pretends to be sensible while still secretly being quite fun. Let's dig in and see which one actually deserves your hallway space.
Who Are These For, and Why Compare Them?
Both scooters sit in that awkward "too heavy to casually carry, too sensible to drag race" segment. They target riders who:
- Commute medium to long distances rather than just last-mile hops
- Want real suspension and 10-inch tyres, not toy-grade hardware
- Need to keep up with city traffic at more than rental-scooter pace
- Still care about folding and stuffing the thing in a car boot or under a desk
The Speedway 4 Plus is the classic long-range single-motor touring scooter: huge battery, very cushy ride, strong Minimotors heritage. It's for riders who routinely chew through tens of kilometres in a day and hate thinking about range.
The Kaabo Skywalker 10H goes for the "Goldilocks" angle: solid power, decent battery, very good brakes, and a price that undercuts the Speedway noticeably. It aims at the serious urban commuter who wants something stronger than a Xiaomi, but isn't ready for a Wolf Warrior in the hallway.
Same general idea - long-legged commuters with real performance - but different bets: Speedway goes all-in on range and comfort, Kaabo on balance and value.
Design & Build Quality
Pick them up (or attempt to) and you immediately feel both were designed more by engineers than by industrial designers.
The Speedway 4 Plus looks unapologetically industrial: boxy deck stuffed with battery, tall telescopic stem, classic Minimotors folding hardware, lots of visible bolts. It feels solid, but also slightly dated - like a "great idea from a few years ago" that no one really modernised. Cable management is decent rather than pretty, and the overall impression is: built to work, not to impress your Instagram followers.
The Skywalker 10H isn't exactly a design icon either, but it feels a bit more contemporary. The frame is also chunky aluminium with exposed bolts, but the proportions are tidier, and the black-with-red highlights give it a sportier vibe. The cockpit feels more compact, and the folding handlebars integrate better into the design than the Speedway's almost prototype-looking solution.
In the hands, the Speedway feels like a slightly overbuilt touring tool - everything has heft, the deck is a big slab of metal, and the stem, while adjustable, needs attention to keep rock-solid over time. The Kaabo feels marginally more refined: its folding latch engages with more precision, and stem play is less of an issue out of the box. That said, neither escapes the "bring your hex keys" school of scooter ownership.
In terms of overall build quality, both are reassuringly sturdy, but the Skywalker gives the impression of a newer generation of design, while the Speedway leans on its reputation and battery size more than on modern detailing.
Ride Comfort & Handling
This is where both scooters try very hard to win you over - and where the Speedway still has a trump card.
The Speedway 4 Plus is properly plush. The long wheelbase, generous dual suspension and fat 10-inch pneumatics make rough city streets feel like mild annoyances rather than structural threats to your spine. After a 20 km loop over cobbles, patchy tarmac and the usual urban horror show, my legs still felt surprisingly fresh. The wide, long deck lets you move around, change stance, and generally not hate your kneecaps.
The downside of that comfort is a slightly floaty, boat-like feel at times. Quick direction changes need a bit more body English, and at higher speeds you're aware that there is a lot of mass moving under you. It's stable, but not exactly playful.
The Skywalker 10H isn't a sofa on wheels, but for its size and price it does very well. The dual suspension filters out most city nastiness, and the 10-inch tyres take care of the rest. On cracked asphalt and tram tracks it feels composed, with enough firmness to keep feedback, but not so stiff that your joints file a complaint after 10 km.
Handling-wise, the Kaabo is the more agile of the two. It feels lighter on its feet, tips into corners more eagerly, and is happier weaving through crowded cycle lanes. Once dialled in, the Speedway is the mile-eater you can ride all day; the Skywalker is the one that feels a bit more alive underneath you.
Comfort crown still goes to the Speedway, but the Skywalker's mix of comfort and agility is arguably better suited to shorter, more dynamic city rides.
Performance
Neither of these is a fire-breathing dual-motor rocket, but both will absolutely embarrass rental scooters and weak commuters.
The Speedway 4 Plus uses a rear hub that, while modest on paper, wakes up nicely thanks to its higher system voltage. Off the line, acceleration is strong enough to clear traffic lights comfortably; it doesn't yank your arms, but it builds speed in a smooth, determined surge. Once you're at a fast cruising pace, it still has some throttle left - overtaking slower cyclists or scooters is easy.
On hills, the Speedway does better than you'd expect from a single motor. Long bridge climbs or typical city gradients are handled without drama; very steep stuff will slow it down, but you don't end up kick-pushing, just waiting a bit longer to crest the top. Rear-wheel traction in the wet can be a bit delicate if you're ham-fisted on the throttle, but that's true of most torquey single-motor setups.
The Skywalker 10H comes across as more eager. Its motor has noticeably more punch off the line, and the scooter leaps up to urban speeds with a satisfying shove. It doesn't reach much higher terminal velocity than the Speedway, but it feels keener getting there, especially with a heavier rider. At lights, you're usually the one pulling away first - at least until some dual-motor lunatic shows up.
On climbs, the Kaabo's extra grunt is obvious. It holds speed better on steep ramps, making hilly commutes feel less like a slow-motion battery test and more like normal riding. The flip side is that rear traction on loose or wet surfaces can be a bit sketchy if you mash the throttle, so a little finesse goes a long way.
Braking is where the two part company very clearly. The Speedway's mechanical discs plus strong regen are fine once tuned, but they need love: adjustment, squeak-taming, and occasional swearing. The Skywalker's hydraulic setup, by contrast, is simply better - stronger initial bite, smoother modulation, and less hand effort. Add EABS, and emergency stops feel much more controlled on the Kaabo.
If you ride fast in dense traffic, the Skywalker's stronger brakes and more eager punch make it the more confidence-inspiring performer, even if the Speedway can hang with it on open stretches.
Battery & Range
This is where the Speedway takes off its jacket, flexes, and casually orders a second espresso while the Kaabo is already plugging into the wall.
The Speedway 4 Plus carries a seriously large battery pack by single-motor standards. In the real world, ridden at a decent pace by an average-sized adult, you're looking at multiple tens of kilometres that start with a 6 rather than a 3. That means commuting all week on one charge is entirely realistic for many riders. Range anxiety is essentially replaced by "oh right, I should probably charge this sometime soon".
The price you pay is weight and charging time. Topping up from low takes the better part of a full night with the stock charger. You can speed that up with a more powerful brick, but it's another expense - and more heat into the pack if you're not careful. On the upside, because the pack is so big, you rarely run it to the bottom, which is healthy for battery longevity.
The Skywalker 10H has a respectably-sized, but much more modest pack. In realistic riding, you're in the mid-double-digit kilometre zone if you're not a maniac with the throttle, less if you ride it flat-out everywhere. For a typical 10-15 km each-way commute, that's fine: you can usually do a day or two before charging, or just plug in every evening and never think about it.
The upside is much more palatable charging times - a standard workday or overnight will comfortably fill it, even with the slower charger. For most city riders, the Skywalker's range is "enough", but if you regularly knock out all-day rides or long delivery shifts, the Speedway's massive tank is still in a different league.
Portability & Practicality
Let's be honest: neither of these is fun to carry. They're "foldable vehicles", not "portable toys". But there are differences.
The Speedway 4 Plus sits in that mid-20-kg region where you can carry it up a flight of stairs if you really have to, but you'll think twice before doing it every day. The long, heavy deck makes it a bit awkward to manoeuvre in tight spaces, and once folded it's more of a long plank than a neat little package. Folding handlebars help with width, but you're still wrestling a sizeable lump of metal and lithium.
On the plus side, the folded form is reasonably flat and slides nicely into car boots or under larger desks. For car + scooter commuting, it's acceptable; for 5th-floor walk-ups without a lift, it's a slow punishment for your life choices.
The Skywalker 10H feels a touch more cooperative. Weight is similar on paper, but the balance and shorter deck make it easier to grab, pivot and stash. The folding mechanism is quick, the collapsing bars make it surprisingly compact, and its folded dimensions are more manageable in cramped flats, corridors and train vestibules.
Neither is what I'd call "public-transport friendly" at rush hour, but if you occasionally need to hop onto a train or lift it into a car, the Kaabo is the slightly less annoying of the two. The Speedway wins on sheer touring utility; the Skywalker wins on everyday livability.
Safety
Both scooters take safety more seriously than the average budget commuter - but again, not in the same way.
The Speedway 4 Plus leans on stability and redundancy. Long wheelbase, big air tyres, and a planted stance mean high-speed wobble is rarely an issue if the front end is maintained properly. Mechanical discs front and rear plus strong regen give you decent stopping power, as long as you've taken the time to adjust everything and keep it tuned. Lighting is abundant - headlight, tail, indicators, decorative LEDs - but the low-mounted main beam is more about being seen than actually seeing far ahead. For dark suburban paths, you'll want an extra bar or helmet light.
The Skywalker 10H takes the more modern "stop first, talk later" approach. Its hydraulic brakes are simply more confidence-inspiring in real traffic, and EABS helps prevent wheel lock-up if you grab a handful in panic. The chassis is stable enough at speed, and the 10-inch tyres do a good job of smoothing out pothole threats. Lighting again is mostly about visibility - deck-level headlamp, tail light with brake function, side strips for presence. As with the Speedway, serious night riders will add a better front light.
Both scooters are clearly a step up in safety from cheap commuters, but braking performance alone gives the Skywalker a tangible edge, especially for newer riders who won't be constantly fettling cable tension and regen settings.
Community Feedback
| SPEEDWAY 4 Plus | KAABO SKYWALKER 10H |
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What riders love Enormous real-world range; ultra-plush suspension; huge, comfortable deck; stable at speed; strong regen braking; folding handlebars; customisable controller settings; proven Minimotors reliability; lots of community support and mods; great long-distance comfort. |
What riders love Hydraulic brakes and stopping power; punchy motor and strong hill performance; comfortable dual suspension; folding handlebars and compact fold; solid, rattle-free frame; good value for money; key ignition; easy DIY maintenance; feels "premium" for the price. |
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What riders complain about Needs frequent bolt checks; long charging times; low-mounted headlight; mechanical brake squeal and adjustment; folding pin wear over time; hefty weight; mediocre waterproofing without extra sealing; single-motor traction on steep wet hills. |
What riders complain about Heavier than many expect; rear shock hardware eating into deck space; square stem awkward for mounting accessories; flimsy rear fender on some units; trigger-throttle finger fatigue; stock headlight too weak and low; rear-wheel slip on loose/wet surfaces; slow stock charger. |
Price & Value
This is where the romantic idea of "legendary touring scooter" meets the cold reality of your bank balance.
The Speedway 4 Plus sits clearly above the Skywalker in price. For that, you get a battery that frankly embarrasses most in this class, a very comfy ride, and Minimotors pedigree. If you use all that capability - long daily commutes, courier work, or multi-hour weekend rides - the cost per kilometre over time looks very reasonable. But you're also paying for an older design that asks you to tolerate quirks: dated lighting placement, mechanical brakes, and a maintenance routine that borders on a hobby.
The Skywalker 10H undercuts the Speedway quite noticeably. You lose the insane range and a chunk of battery capacity, but you gain much better brakes, a still-respectable battery, and a scooter that feels a bit more rounded for typical commutes. For most riders doing 20-30 km a day and charging regularly, the Kaabo simply makes more economic sense - you're not paying for capacity you'll never use.
If your riding genuinely exploits the Speedway's mega-range, its pricing is justified. If you're mostly shuttling around town and rarely empty a battery, the Skywalker is the more rational purchase - and doesn't feel like a compromise unless you're deeply range-obsessed.
Service & Parts Availability
Both brands are well-established, which is half the battle won.
Minimotors / Speedway has been around longer and has a huge ecosystem. Parts, clones of parts, upgrades, tutorials - you name it, it's out there. Controllers, throttles, brake bits, suspension spares: all widely available in Europe from multiple resellers. There's a slight wild-west feel at times (different batches, slightly different specs), but you're never stuck for long if something breaks.
Kaabo has grown fast and now enjoys similarly strong support. The Skywalker series shares components with other Kaabo models in some regions, and there are plenty of European dealers carrying spares. Hydraulics, while better in use, do require a different maintenance skillset (bleeding lines etc.), but many owners report living happily on pad swaps and occasional checks.
In practice, both are serviceable for a semi-handy owner or a decent scooter shop. The Speedway wins slightly on sheer volume of community documentation; the Kaabo wins on being a bit more "modern mainstream" in how stores stock and understand it.
Pros & Cons Summary
| SPEEDWAY 4 Plus | KAABO SKYWALKER 10H |
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Parameters Comparison
| Parameter | SPEEDWAY 4 Plus | KAABO SKYWALKER 10H |
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| Motor power (rated) | 600 W rear hub | 800 W rear hub |
| Top speed (unlocked) | ca. 55 km/h | ca. 50 km/h |
| Battery | 52 V 30,5 Ah (ca. 1.586 Wh) | 48 V 15,6 Ah (ca. 748 Wh) |
| Claimed range | up to 110 km | up to 65 km |
| Real-world range (approx.) | 70-80 km | 35-45 km |
| Weight | 24,0 kg | 23,0 kg (mid-range of spec) |
| Brakes | Front & rear mechanical disc + regen | Front & rear hydraulic disc + EABS |
| Suspension | Dual spring/hydraulic (front & rear) | Front spring, rear air/spring |
| Tyres | 10" pneumatic | 10" pneumatic |
| Max load | 120 kg | 120 kg |
| Charging time (stock) | ca. 11 h | ca. 4-8 h |
| Approx. price | 1.102 € | 838 € |
| IP rating | Not specified (basic splash resistance) | Not specified (basic splash resistance) |
Final Verdict - Which Should You Choose?
If your riding life revolves around distance - long commutes, delivery shifts, or weekend city tours where you easily clock half a hundred kilometres without thinking - the Speedway 4 Plus still earns its reputation. The range is in another league, the ride is genuinely plush, and once you accept that maintenance is part of the relationship, it becomes a very capable workhorse.
But if you zoom out and look at how most people actually ride - mixed city commutes, moderate distances, and a desire for strong brakes, decent comfort and a price that doesn't sting - the Kaabo Skywalker 10H is the more rational, balanced package. It stops better, feels more eager, folds into a more manageable shape, and leaves a healthier chunk of change in your pocket.
My take: if you're the rider who measures days in kilometres and treats the scooter as a small touring bike, swallow the quirks and go Speedway 4 Plus. Everyone else - especially urban commuters who care about braking confidence, real-world value and not waiting forever at a wall socket - will likely be happier on the Skywalker 10H, even if the numbers on the spec sheet look less heroic.
Numbers Freaks Corner
| Metric | SPEEDWAY 4 Plus | KAABO SKYWALKER 10H |
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| Price per Wh (€/Wh) | ✅ 0,70 €/Wh | ❌ 1,12 €/Wh |
| Price per km/h of top speed (€/km/h) | ❌ 20,04 €/km/h | ✅ 16,76 €/km/h |
| Weight per Wh (g/Wh) | ✅ 15,14 g/Wh | ❌ 30,75 g/Wh |
| Weight per km/h (kg/km/h) | ✅ 0,44 kg/km/h | ❌ 0,46 kg/km/h |
| Price per km of real-world range (€/km) | ✅ 14,69 €/km | ❌ 20,95 €/km |
| Weight per km of real-world range (kg/km) | ✅ 0,32 kg/km | ❌ 0,58 kg/km |
| Wh per km efficiency (Wh/km) | ❌ 21,15 Wh/km | ✅ 18,70 Wh/km |
| Power to max speed ratio (W/km/h) | ❌ 10,91 W/km/h | ✅ 16,00 W/km/h |
| Weight to power ratio (kg/W) | ❌ 0,0400 kg/W | ✅ 0,0288 kg/W |
| Average charging speed (W) | ✅ 144,18 W | ❌ 124,67 W |
These metrics strip away feelings and look purely at maths: how much battery you get per euro, how heavy each watt-hour is, how efficiently each scooter turns energy into distance, and how their weight and price relate to speed and power. Lower values usually mean better efficiency or value, while the "per speed" and charging metrics show how much punch you get relative to top speed and how quickly the pack fills.
Author's Category Battle
| Category | SPEEDWAY 4 Plus | KAABO SKYWALKER 10H |
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| Weight | ❌ Slightly heavier, bulkier feel | ✅ Marginally easier to handle |
| Range | ✅ True long-distance machine | ❌ Adequate, not impressive |
| Max Speed | ✅ Slightly higher top end | ❌ A touch slower |
| Power | ❌ Softer single-motor punch | ✅ Stronger torque, hills |
| Battery Size | ✅ Huge touring-capacity pack | ❌ Much smaller, mid-range |
| Suspension | ✅ Plusher, longer travel feel | ❌ Good, but less plush |
| Design | ❌ Feels older, industrial | ✅ Slightly more modern look |
| Safety | ❌ Mechanical brakes, more fettling | ✅ Hydraulics inspire confidence |
| Practicality | ❌ Long, plank-like when folded | ✅ More compact, easier store |
| Comfort | ✅ Softer, long-ride friendly | ❌ Comfortable, less cosseting |
| Features | ✅ Indicators, rich P-settings | ❌ Fewer extra tricks |
| Serviceability | ✅ Simple mechanics, many guides | ❌ Hydraulics trickier for some |
| Customer Support | ✅ Strong Minimotors presence | ✅ Widely supported Kaabo brand |
| Fun Factor | ❌ Relaxed, but not playful | ✅ Punchier, more engaging |
| Build Quality | ✅ Proven, robust chassis | ✅ Solid, "tank-like" frame |
| Component Quality | ❌ Mechanical brakes, dated bits | ✅ Hydraulics, solid hardware |
| Brand Name | ✅ Minimotors pedigree | ✅ Kaabo performance reputation |
| Community | ✅ Massive Minimotors ecosystem | ✅ Strong Kaabo community |
| Lights (visibility) | ✅ Many LEDs, indicators | ❌ Fewer, simpler setup |
| Lights (illumination) | ❌ Low, weak headlight | ❌ Also low and weak |
| Acceleration | ❌ Smooth but milder | ✅ Stronger initial surge |
| Arrive with smile factor | ✅ Long, chilled exploration | ✅ Punchy, playful commuting |
| Arrive relaxed factor | ✅ Very low fatigue | ❌ Slightly firmer, sportier |
| Charging speed | ❌ Very long on stock brick | ✅ Reasonable overnight/top-up |
| Reliability | ✅ Proven over many years | ✅ Generally solid in field |
| Folded practicality | ❌ Long and awkward | ✅ Compact, slimmer package |
| Ease of transport | ❌ Heavier, more unwieldy | ✅ Slightly easier to lug |
| Handling | ❌ Stable but boat-like | ✅ More agile, responsive |
| Braking performance | ❌ Mechanical, needs tuning | ✅ Strong, consistent hydraulics |
| Riding position | ✅ Huge deck, adjustable stem | ❌ Deck slightly more constrained |
| Handlebar quality | ❌ Older design, more flex | ✅ Feels tighter, more solid |
| Throttle response | ✅ Smooth, well tunable | ❌ Trigger can be jerky |
| Dashboard/Display | ✅ Classic Minimotors style | ✅ Familiar, clear QS-type |
| Security (locking) | ❌ No key, standard only | ✅ Built-in key ignition |
| Weather protection | ❌ Needs user sealing work | ❌ Also basic splash only |
| Resale value | ✅ Minimotors holds interest | ✅ Popular Kaabo in market |
| Tuning potential | ✅ Many mods, P-settings | ✅ Popular for DIY upgrades |
| Ease of maintenance | ✅ Simple mechanics, no hydraulics | ❌ Hydraulics intimidate novices |
| Value for Money | ❌ Great, but pricier tier | ✅ Strong spec for the price |
Overall Winner Declaration
In the Numbers Freaks Corner, the SPEEDWAY 4 Plus scores 6 points against the KAABO SKYWALKER 10H's 4. In the Author's Category Battle, the SPEEDWAY 4 Plus gets 21 ✅ versus 25 ✅ for KAABO SKYWALKER 10H (with a few ties sprinkled in).
Totals: SPEEDWAY 4 Plus scores 27, KAABO SKYWALKER 10H scores 29.
Based on the scoring, the KAABO SKYWALKER 10H is our overall winner. For me as a rider, the Kaabo Skywalker 10H feels like the scooter that fits more real lives: it's lively, confidence-inspiring on the brakes, reasonably comfortable and doesn't demand quite as many sacrifices from your wallet or your hallway. The Speedway 4 Plus is still deeply appealing if you romanticise long rides and value that endless-tank feeling above all else, but it increasingly feels like a specialised choice you really have to grow into. If you crave distance and don't mind nurturing your machine, the Speedway will treat you well; if you just want to ride hard, stop safely and get on with your day, the Skywalker is simply the easier, more satisfying companion.
That's our verdict when we try to stay objective – but hey, riding is mostly about emotions anyway, so pick the one that will make you look forward to your commute every single day.