ONSRA Electric Skateboard FAQ

ONSRA Team · Updated October 2026

Short answers to the most common questions about ONSRA electric skateboards: which board fits you, range, speed, drive types, battery, rain, shipping, warranty and returns. All technical data comes from the current ONSRA product pages. You'll find a comparison table in the ONSRA Buyer's Guide 2026.

Which ONSRA electric skateboard is the best?

It depends on how you ride: VELAR 2.0 – Gear Drive for all-terrain and maximum power, BLACK Carve 4 – Street for carving and commuting on the road, Challenger 2.0 – Belt Drive Street as a light kicktail board for everyday use and ZENO for travel. The ONSRA Buyer's Guide 2026 compares all current boards.

Which ONSRA board is best for off-road and all-terrain?

The VELAR 2.0 – Gear Drive is ONSRA's all-terrain flagship: 200 mm pneumatic tires (AT), 1036 Wh battery, 65 km/h and a 220 kg maximum load. The VELAR 2.0 S (Suspension Trucks) has the same drive and battery, plus CNC-machined aluminium ONSRA Suspension Trucks and 200 × 75 mm pneumatic tires (20 kg). Lighter AT options are the BLACK Carve 4 – AT (200 mm tires, 15.8 kg) and the Challenger 2.0 – Belt Drive All Terrain (155 mm HOTA tires, 10.1 kg).

Which ONSRA board is best for commuting and the street?

On the street, the BLACK Carve 4 – Street offers the longest range (50 km in ECO mode, 75 kg rider), while the Challenger 2.0 – Belt Drive Street is the lightest full-size board at 9.9 kg and has a kicktail. The BLACK Carve 4 Street runs a gear drive on 115 mm rubber wheels, the Challenger 2.0 Street a belt drive on 100 mm TARMAX wheels with 38–43 km of range.

Which ONSRA board is suitable for beginners?

There is no low-powered beginner model – every ONSRA board reaches at least 45 km/h. Beginners should start in the gentlest mode and wear full protective gear. With the ONSRA NX remote you set modes, braking and acceleration; on the VELAR 2.0, acceleration and regenerative braking are adjustable from 10–100 %. The Challenger 2.0 – Belt Drive Street (9.9 kg, 50 km/h standard) is the lightest and easiest to carry.

Which ONSRA board is suitable for heavy riders?

VELAR 2.0 and VELAR 2.0 S have the highest maximum load in the range at 220 kg. BLACK Carve 4 and Challenger 2.0 are rated for 150 kg, ZENO for 100 kg.

Can I take an ONSRA electric skateboard on a plane?

Only the ZENO with the 99 Wh battery: according to the product page, the 99 Wh battery is IATA-approved and suitable for air travel, while the optional 259 Wh battery is not. ZENO weighs 5.5 kg without the battery. All other ONSRA boards have much larger batteries (444–1036 Wh). Always check with your airline before you fly.

How far does an ONSRA electric skateboard go on one charge?

Between 13 and 70 km depending on the board: VELAR 2.0 60 km (up to 70 km in optimal conditions), BLACK Carve 4 50 km in ECO mode, Challenger 2.0 Street 38–43 km, Challenger 2.0 AT 24 km with AT wheels, ZENO 17.6 km in ECO mode. Real-world range depends on rider weight, terrain, temperature, wheels and riding mode; the figures for BLACK Carve 4 and ZENO are for a 75 kg rider.

How fast is an ONSRA electric skateboard?

Out of the box, the VELAR 2.0 reaches 65 km/h, the BLACK Carve 4 62 km/h, the Challenger 2.0 Street 50 km/h, the Challenger 2.0 AT 48 km/h and the ZENO 45 km/h. With different gearing or wheels some boards go faster: BLACK Carve 4 Street up to 85 km/h with 165 mm tires, Challenger 2.0 Street up to 62 km/h with a 32T pulley and 110 mm wheels. Follow local regulations and wear a helmet.

What is the difference between gear drive, belt drive and hub motor?

A gear drive transfers motor power through enclosed gears, a belt drive through toothed belts and pulleys, and a hub motor sits directly inside the wheel. ONSRA uses gear drive on the VELAR 2.0 and BLACK Carve 4 and describes the BLACK Carve 4 gear drive as instant torque, quiet power delivery and low maintenance. With belt drive (Challenger 2.0) you can change the gearing with different pulleys, and belts are available as spare parts. Hub motors (ZENO) keep the board compact with no external drivetrain. More: Belt Drive vs. Gear Drive.

Which ONSRA boards have gear drive and which have belt drive?

VELAR 2.0, VELAR 2.0 S, BLACK Carve 4 Street and BLACK Carve 4 AT have gear drive; Challenger 2.0 Street and All Terrain have belt drive; ZENO runs on hub motors.

What is the difference between VELAR 2.0 and VELAR 2.0 S?

The VELAR 2.0 S has CNC-machined aluminium ONSRA Suspension Trucks, the VELAR 2.0 CNC-machined ONSRA Channel Trucks. Both have a carbon deck, a 1036 Wh battery, 2× 3500 W motors, gear drive (ratio 4.3), 65 km/h and 60 km of range. The VELAR 2.0 rides on 200 mm pneumatic tires (AT) and weighs 18.4 kg, the VELAR 2.0 S on 200 × 75 mm pneumatic tires (AT) and weighs 20 kg. Prices: VELAR 2.0 CHF 2'690, VELAR 2.0 S CHF 2'990.

What is the difference between BLACK Carve 4 Street and BLACK Carve 4 AT?

The Street version rides on 115 mm rubber wheels, the AT version on 200 mm tires with a larger gear drive built for off-road. Both have a bamboo deck, a 777 Wh battery and 50 km ECO range. Out of the box both reach 62 km/h; the Street weighs 15.5 kg, the AT 15.8 kg. Prices: Street CHF 1'990, AT CHF 2'090.

What is the difference between Challenger 2.0 Street and All Terrain?

The Street version has 100 mm TARMAX wheels (50 km/h, 38–43 km range), the All Terrain version 155 mm HOTA tires (48 km/h, 24 km range with AT wheels). Both are kicktail boards with belt drive, a 444 Wh battery and a 150 kg load rating; they weigh 9.9 and 10.1 kg respectively. Prices: Street CHF 1'440, All Terrain CHF 1'490.

How big are the batteries and how long does charging take?

VELAR 2.0: 1036 Wh (4–5 h with the 4.0 A charger), BLACK Carve 4: 777 Wh (approx. 3 h with 4 A), Challenger 2.0: 444 Wh (approx. 3–4 h with 2.5 A), ZENO: 99 Wh or 259 Wh (approx. 1 h with 2 A). All boards have regenerative braking. Only use chargers approved by ONSRA.

Can I ride an ONSRA board in the rain?

All current ONSRA boards are IP65-rated – this protects against splashing and water jets, but does not make them suitable for riding through deep water. Avoid deep water and puddles. More: Electric skateboards in the rain.

How heavy is an ONSRA electric skateboard?

From 5.5 kg (ZENO without battery) to 20 kg (VELAR 2.0 S). Challenger 2.0 Street 9.9 kg, Challenger 2.0 AT 10.1 kg, BLACK Carve 4 Street 15.5 kg, BLACK Carve 4 AT 15.8 kg, VELAR 2.0 18.4 kg.

How much does an ONSRA electric skateboard cost?

On onsra.ch (October 2026): Challenger 2.0 Street CHF 1'440, Challenger 2.0 AT CHF 1'490, BLACK Carve 4 Street CHF 1'990, BLACK Carve 4 AT CHF 2'090, VELAR 2.0 CHF 2'690, VELAR 2.0 S CHF 2'990, ZENO from CHF 990. Prices may change; the current price is always shown on the product page.

Which remote do ONSRA boards use?

Current ONSRA boards come with the ONSRA NX remote. It has a 1.3" colour display and a CNC-machined aluminium thumbwheel, and shows speed, voltage, temperatures and consumption for every ride.

Are electric skateboards legal in Switzerland?

The rules depend on the country and where you ride, and ONSRA cannot give legal advice. Our article Commuting by electric skateboard in Switzerland summarises the situation; always check the regulations currently in force.

Where does onsra.ch deliver and how long does shipping take?

onsra.ch delivers within Switzerland; delivery usually takes about 2 business days. Shipping costs and methods are shown at checkout; according to the shop, orders ship from Lucerne. For deliveries to the EU, please use onsra.eu. Details: Shipping.

What warranty do ONSRA electric skateboards have?

ONSRA electric skateboards have a 4-year warranty on CNC-machined parts and a 1-year warranty on the battery. According to the product pages, mechanical and electronic components are covered for 2 years; on the BLACK Carve 4 and ZENO the ESC, like the battery, is covered for 1 year. Details: Warranty.

How do returns work?

You can return new, unused products in their original packaging within 7 days of delivery. Return shipping is at your expense; for electric skateboards, shipping costs, a 1 % Shopify fee and a 4 % PayPal/Stripe fee are deducted, and scratches and used wheels are charged. Details: Return policy.

Are spare parts and repairs available?

Yes – ONSRA sells spare parts such as batteries, motors, gear drive kits, belts and tires. For repairs and help, email swiss@onsra.com or call +41 78 223 99 52 (see Contact).

Which payment methods are available?

The onsra.ch shop shows American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Klarna, Mastercard, PayPal, Shop Pay, TWINT, Union Pay, USDC and Visa. The available payment methods are shown at checkout.

Are the BLACK Carve 3 PRO and the Challenger PRO still available?

No – these are previous models: the BLACK Carve 4 succeeds the BLACK Carve 3 PRO, and the Challenger 2.0 succeeds the Challenger PRO. Questions about older boards? Write to us via the contact page.

Who makes ONSRA electric skateboards?

ONSRA is the brand of ONSRA GmbH, Birkeweg 8, 6024 Hildisrieden, Switzerland.