Segway - GT1E

Just got a segway gt1 for 1899.00 goes 60km an hour. 50km range. Thing handles pretty nice.

I tried the GT1 suspension one time.. It was absolute dog shit compared to [what I'm used to](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOBzBAo5V9Y&t).

Upgrading to a $2500 budget allows you to move into the hyper-scooter category, which is essential for a reliable car replacement on busy LA roads. The segway GT series is your strongest option for a daily commute because its automotive-grade suspension offers the stability and build quality you’ll need at high speeds. Since you aren’t yet an experienced mechanic, I’d suggest avoiding the geofought or used market to ensure you don't get stuck with difficult repairs or unreliable battery systems.I can relate to your concerns about build quality because I ride a tarran t1 pro, which is essentially the smart car of e-bikes with landing gear and AI safety features. Once you’re used to that level of premium engineering and tank-like stability, you’ll find that only high-end scooters like the segway or nami Burn-E 2 provide a comparable sense of security.

The Segway website has every repair part you could possibly need. However, with the recent tariffs, it is made things difficult to source. But generally, anything you need is on there to fix. Every part. I replaced batteries, tires, brakes, all really easy. Plus the bonus of having a universal laboratories, American fire rating, gives me comfort when I sleep at night at my house is not gonna burn down

I've been using my partner's Segway Ninebot eScooter to commute to work regularly for two summers now and have been very happy with it. He bought it locally at Best Buy. It's definitely not the cheapest eScooter, but I'd say it's worth it!

I’d go with the [Segway Ninebot](https://www.reddit.com/r/Calidad_Precio/comments/1j2ltqy/best_electric_scooters_for_college_in_2025/). It’s got great range, solid speed, and rides super smooth. Perfect for getting around campus without worrying about charging all the time. Check out [this post.](https://www.reddit.com/r/Calidad_Precio/comments/1j2ltqy/best_electric_scooters_for_college_in_2025/) Hope is helpful! :D

Try Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist, I got a nice ninebot for $150.

Been using Navee S65 for about 6 months now and had a Ninebot before that. The ride quality is actually pretty solid - suspension feels comparable and build quality seems decent enough. Where Navee really struggles is in the app department, it's quite clunky compared to Segway's software and customer support is basically non-existent if you run into issues As for market share, I think they might grab some budget-conscious buyers but Segway just has too much brand recognition and better service network

If it's just to commute to work get a Segway ninebot or NIU like most people.

This isn't helpful. The person asked a very popular question and you responded with a condescending, "you need more money" tone. You could have referred them to this very question on the escooter sub. There are scooters out there that aren't "pieces of junk" at this price point. HiBoy, while having poor customer service, is a decent suggestion. Buy the extended coverage plan if you order from Amazon or wherever you order from just to be safe. They also sell extra parts which can be difficult to track down for other brands. NIU KQi2/3 is a great, budget friendly scooter which is recommended in the "escooter" sub and is the only "budget" scooter they recommend. The Ninebot model from Segway isn't the most popular, for quite a few reasons, but I certainly wouldn't consider it a piece of junk. It's a 70/30 chance you'll get your full money's worth, 400 dollars is still a good deal of money, which I think OP and I both understand; although to some who can afford better quality products for commuting there are obviously far better options. If you want to just get around for a little while look into these models. Stay away from brands like GoTrax or Volpam or those who primarily sell on Amazon and create fake reviews etc and you have a better chance of getting a decent life on these. My car was stolen and didn't receive enough to make a down payment on a vehicle, so I have tried each of these scooters. I will say the one I went with was the HiBoy, despite the NIU having a better track record and some better features. A review of that for a later time. At the end of the day, yes--you get what you pay for. But, as I said, this is still a decent chunk of change that will get you from points A to B (assuming your commute is primarily campus or city-based). Do not neglect the idea of looking for refurb's or used on FB marketplace and the like (!!!!) Don't get it wet/ride in the rain. Basic stuff. Look out for potholes and crazy drivers/stay safe and you will be good for a bit until you're able to save up for a nicer model. Hope this helps.