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EMOVE Cruiser Motor Guide

General Information

On the EMOVE Cruiser, the motor is built into the rear wheel. This motor is what makes the scooter move—it directly controls whether the rear wheel spins. While the tire and motor can technically be separated, they’re almost always treated as one unit.

We currently have several versions of Cruiser motors:

  • 600W Motor (pre-2021 Cruisers) – discontinued.

  • 1000W Motor (Standard Connection) – discontinued.

  • 1000W Motor (Plug & Play) – current version, used on all recent Cruisers.

  • 2022+ Cruiser Front Motor (for upcoming models) – similar to Plug & Play, not widely released yet.

👉 Shop replacement motors here:

⚡ Specs:

  • Brushless DC rear motor (1000W nominal, 1600W peak)

  • Pneumatic tubeless car-grade tire (10" diameter, 2.75" wide, 45 PSI)

  • Max load per tire: 155 lbs / 70 kg

Functionality & Connections

The motor connects to your Cruiser through three phase wires (green, blue, yellow) plus a motor hall connector (small white box).

  • Standard connection motors have built-in wiring.

  • Plug & Play motors have a separate motor cable that connects easily with matching plugs.

If you’re replacing your motor, be sure you order the correct version for your Cruiser.

Troubleshooting & Repairs

1. Damaged or Deformed Rim

If your motor rim is bent, cracked, or dented, the entire motor assembly usually needs replacing. You can test for hidden leaks using the soap-and-water method—bubbles mean air escaping from the rim.

👉 Video: Tire Leak Test

2. Motor Not Spinning / Error Codes

  • If you see a motor fault code on the LCD, first check all motor connections for loose or damaged wires.

  • If connections are fine and the error remains, the motor may need replacing.

3. Wheel Feels Stiff or Locked

  • Try spinning the rear wheel by hand.

    • No resistance? Likely a controller issue.

    • Heavy resistance/locked? Could be a motor failure. Disconnect the motor wires and test again:

      • If it spins freely when unplugged → controller issue.

      • If it’s still stuck → motor replacement needed.

4. Motor Spins in Reverse

This usually means wires were plugged incorrectly. Check that the colors match:

  • Green → Green

  • Blue → Blue

  • Yellow → Yellow

If they’re correctly connected and the motor still runs backward, contact support for further guidance.

Motor Replacement (Customer Guide)

👉 Video: How to Replace Cruiser Motor

For Plug & Play motors:

  • Unplug the old motor wire and hall connector.

  • Connect the new motor, making sure the pins in the hall connector match the same order as before (take a photo before removing wires).

  • Secure wires neatly and re-seal the scooter.

⚠️ Note: When connecting the battery wires, you may see a small spark—this is normal.

Quick Tips

  • Keep your rear tire inflated to 45 PSI for best performance.

  • If the motor bearings are worn, the motor must be replaced (we do not perform bearing swaps).

  • Always make sure both the motor nut and motor hook spacer are installed when replacing.