☑️ How To Choose The Best Electric Skateboard Motor?

Choosing the best motor for electric skateboard can be a daunting task as there are many different types of electric skateboard motors available. Before you decide you should understand before choosing an electric skateboard motor kit what these differences are. As well, as many different reasons and goals when choosing to build a diy electric skateboard as well as combability concerns. We sell diy electric skateboard motors but they can also be used for upgrades or replacements for your existing electric skateboard.

We pair our electric skateboard motors with an electric skateboard motor mount, electric skateboard motor controller, electric skateboard battery pack, electric skateboard trucks and electric skateboard deck to build our electric motorized skateboard.

If you want the a full FREE DIY Electric Skateboard Checklist, visit this page here.

☑️ Where To Buy Electric Skateboard Motor

If your looking to buy a torqueboards electric skateboard motor. Look no further, we sell them on our website here. We are the original manufacturer for torqueboards products and they can all be purchased on our website here on diy electric skateboard.

Read more details below to learn more about what different types of electric skateboard motor for sale that would be perfect for your new electric skateboard build.

We are located in Dallas, TX in the United States and can ship out your order within a few days. We ship worldwide.

☑️ Best Electric Skateboard Motor

Choosing the best electric skateboard truly depends on what you need it for and what your requirements are.

Single motor electric skateboard vs dual motor electric skateboard

A single motor electric skateboard is going to be much lighter weight which you can carry much easier. It won’t have the most power but you can still ride 20-30mph on flat ground but for a much less duration than a dual motor electric skateboard kit.

A single motor electric skateboard will struggle going up steeper hills with a single motor and this is where a dual motor setup would be ideal.

A dual motor electric skateboard will also give you better brakes than a single motor setup.

Looking for a lightweight electric skateboard for shorter distances and flat ground riding then a single motor electric skateboard would be perfect.

Are you riding for longer durations 30 mins or more, climbing some moderate hills then in the long run a dual motor electric skateboard would be a better choice.

If you don’t need the more powerful motors a dual motor 6355 setup would be the best setup for a lighter weight board for someone who’s riding at 150-160 lbs rider weight.

If you want more power and are 200+ rider weight then a dual 6374 or dual 6380 motor setup would be best.

☑️ Different Types of Electric Skateboard Motors

Electric Skateboard Motor Sizes

There are many different motor sizes and the may be different depending on how the electric skateboard motor shop may name their motors. All of our skateboard motors are outrunner bldc motors and that is the typical standard for electric skateboard motors.

Let’s use two examples a 5055 motor, 6355 motor and a 6380 motor. What do these motor size numbers mean?

The first two numbers in a motor is the outside diameter of the motor. In this case, 63 stands for 63mm meaning the outside diameter of the motor can. These motors are typically associated with or known as 63mm motors or 50mm motors. 50mm motors are typically less common and a 63mm motor is better. 50mm motors are smaller and are more likely to overheat if you’re riding aggressively.

The last two numbers is typically the length of motor. 55 means 55mm in length from the front of the motor can to the end of the motor (not including motor shaft length). The longer the motor the more power you’ll get.

Sometimes, the motor length isn’t always 100% exact and may be off by 1-2mm but ideally that’s the idea.

Best Motor for Electric Mountain Boards - Typically, we recommend our 6380 or 63100 motors for an off road electric mountain board.

How is the motor diameter important?

The bigger the motor diameter, typically the more power that you can get from your motors. We typically use 63mm motors and no longer use 50mm motors. 50mm motors are smaller and are more likely to overheat under hard riding.

The motor mounting holes are also different from a 50mm motor and a 63mm motor.

How is the motor length important?

The bigger the length of the motor and the more power that you can get from your electric skateboard.

A longer motor will weigh a lot more. The difference between dual 6355 motors and dual 6380 motors are at least 2 lbs of weight on your board.

If you don’t need the extra power a more lightweight dual 6355 is ideal and can handle most situations.

If you want the extra power and are okay with the weight difference then at least dual 6374 or dual 6380 motors are typically better.

If you want the best and don’t care about the weight. You can also use dual 63100 motors.

Electric Skateboard KV Rating

The KV Rating is in relation to how fast the motor will spin at peak RPM. A higher KV rating will give you higher RPM but less torque. A lower KV will give you more torque and lower RPM. These are still in relation to your gearing ratio and wheel size of your setup as well.

In general rule, for electric motor for skateboard you can typically find 140kv 150kv 160kv 170kv 175kv 180kv 190kv 200kv 220kv 240kv. The most popular options are 160kv 170kv 190kv.

A general rule is for longboard wheels 110mm or under - you can use 190kv motors.

If you’re using all terrain tires that are 200mm or larger - you can use 170kv motors or lower depending if you want higher torque or lower top speed. You can still use a 190KV motor and also change your gearing ratio as well.

For these reasons, most of our 6355 6374 6380 motors are 190kv.

For our larger 63100 motors we use 170kv as we typically expect that riders are using bigger wheels and want more torque.

Shop for our most popular torqueboards motors

6355 190kv motor - best for lightweight single or dual. great lightweight dual motor setup.

6374 190kv motor - best for stronger single motor setup or great dual motor setup.

6380 190kv motor - best motors for single or dual and will give you much more power than 6374. best choice.

6384 190kv motor *6384 is similar to 6380. We made our 6384 into a 6380 so you can get more space on a dual motor electric skateboard.

63100 170 kv motor - the 63100 motor is our most powerful electric skateboard motor. much heavier but if you need the extra power. Best for mountain board setups or beast setups.

Electric Skateboard Motor Types

There are a few different electric skateboard motor types such as electric skateboard hub motor and a direct drive skateboard motor. Main people are always wondering if a belt drive vs hub motor electric skateboard would be better.

Typically, hub motor for electric skateboard are never any good as they are usually much smaller motors for cheaper electric skateboards. They will overheat much sooner than a single 6355 electric skateboard setup. Personally, I’d avoid any electric skateboard hub motors unless it’s for a kid that is simply riding around the front of their house.

There are two known direct drive skateboard motors which are the TORQUEBOARDS Direct Drive Motor Kit and there are Revel Direct Drive Motors and similar direct drive motors to revel.

TORQUEBOARDS Direct Drive Kit is a high performance setup. However, it’s not ideal for riding up steep hills unless riding in 4WD or you know how to ride them without overheating them. Heavier weight riders will have more struggle with these and I’d suggest a belt drive setup with larger 6380/63100 motors.

Revel Direct Drive Motors are medium performance but can be good for 4WD. However, I believe the company has been discontinued and are no longer selling.

Similar direct drive motors are also low to medium performance and typically not recommended as they are more likely to break down.

The outrunner electric skateboard motor used for belt drive setups are the best option. They are much easier to replace when needed, more durable, longer lasting and deliver more power.

☑️ Electric Skateboard Motor Replacement

Electric Skateboard Motor Upgrade & Replacement

If you’re looking for a motor replacement, first measure the diameter of your motor to make sure you have a similar diameter. The typical options are going to be a 50mm motor or a 63mm diameter motor.

If you are looking for a motor upgrade or replacement for your flipsky motor, evolve gtr motor, meepo v3 motor, boosted board motor then look no further than shopping for torqueboards electric skateboard motors. Do double check and make sure if they are compatible with your electric skateboard setup before purchasing.

• flipsky motor - Yes, TORQUEBOARDS motors are typically usually direct replacements for flipsky motors. I would confirm the motor shaft is similar or correct to your own. You may need to change a motor mount if necessary (depending). Also check the motor wire connectors as you may need to solder or swap change the wires if they aren’t correct.
• evolve gtr motor - Yes, TORQUEBOARDS motors can be replacements for Evolve GTR Motors. However, the ending connectors are different. You will also have to check the mounting profile of the motor.
• meepo v3 motor - No, meepo v3 motors are hub motors and cannot be replaced with regular electric skateboard motors for a belt drive setup. You can swap out the drive train for a belt drive setup and connect the motor wires to existing setup but this will require swapping the motor wires.
• boosted board motor - Yes, TORQUEBOARDS motors can be replacements for Boosted Board Motors. However, they are not direct replacements. Double check motor mounting position as well as motor wire connectors.
• flipsky 6384 motor - Yes, TORQUEBOARDS 6380 motors can be replacements. Double check motor mounting position as well as motor wire connectors.
• flipsky 7070 motor - Yes, TORQUEBOARDS motors can be replacements. Double check motor mounting position as well as motor wire connectors.
• flipsky motor 6384 - Yes, TORQUEBOARDS 6380 motors can be replacements. Double check motor mounting position as well as motor wire connectors.

Electric Skateboard Motor Shaft Compatibility

Another thing that you also have to check/confirm for a proper motor upgrade and replacement is check the motor shaft.

The motor shaft are typically either 8mm diameter and 10mm diameter motor shafts.

Depending on your motor shaft they secure to a motor pulley by typically two methods.

D shaped motor shaft - Will require a D shaped motor pulley for compatibility.

Flat area on motor shaft. - Will require a Round shaped motor pulley for compatibility.

☑️ Questions?

We hope that this was an informative guide that helped you in your search for finding the best electric skateboard motors.

If you have any questions on motors or if they are compatible with an upgrade or replacement for your existing electric skateboard.

Please contact us!