Segway - MAX G2 / MAX G2E

This! Thank you for bringing up the Max G2. EZ recco no brainer

Ninebot MAX G2 best

Completely up to you, but as a G30 rider (when shit was cheap pre-covid) the lack of suspension and the short handlebars were such a pain. I just feel like the G2 is such a huge step up that it would be worth paying the extra. But again, it's your scooter and cash. Just giving my experience :)

Actually... I'm eating my words. It's not new but holy shit you could do a lot worse [https://www.segway.com.au/products/max-g2-certified-refurbished-segway-ninebot-electric-kickscooter-good-condition-minor-scratched-copy](https://www.segway.com.au/products/max-g2-certified-refurbished-segway-ninebot-electric-kickscooter-good-condition-minor-scratched-copy)

Just a mike to work shouldn’t affect the battery too much since it’s such a short distance. I ride last year on fresh snow and on frozen slush (so not sheer ice like freezing rain. A couple things, go slow, and go really really slow around corners. You might literally have to get off and turn the scooter. I found driving on fresh snow the best - same as with a car as lots of traction and nothing is packed down to icy snow. Dress super warm. Finally if you don’t have full face helmet, googles and/or a balaclava that warms your face is highly recommended. Those little snowflakes feel like bits of glass hitting your face and eyes lol

I just have a Segway max g2. Reliable. Good battery. Decent suspension. Has “traction control” which you can turn on via the app but not sure I have enough experience to have noticed a difference. G2 max is often on sale. I have about a 5km ride to work so no issues with the battery even in cold. Nice thing with the maxG2 is that I just have to carry the charging cable - and not the whole block as it’s built in. But I’ve never had an issue with having to charge at work since it’s such a short distance. I’m an older female and feel the cold so I wear snow pants and heated jacket too . Princess? Maybe. But being cold sucks and I don’t want the bulk of a thick winter coat.

Best bang for your buck for first scooter, high quality build so little maintenance required - check tires regularly, clean it up. Enough power for anything except steepest hills. YouTube how to ride scooter and avoid mistakes and good luck, i went from ninebot max g2 3k km to max g3 and it feels like my old scooter was a toy.

But what exactly are you asking? What kind of hill? How far to work and back? Is there a specific speed you want to get to going uphill? What grade of hill is it? How long does said hill last? Simple thought, if it's not too much of a hill, a ninebot max g2 might be a good choice. Sale prices these days are around $799. Great range and decently powerful as long as the hills aren't crazy.

meh, speed isn't everything. I'd rather have something reliable that I know is going to work every time I turn it on, and it's affected by things like rain. That said, Segways are extremely reliable, g30p is about $600 now, G2Max has been available recently for $799 and it adds suspension and little higher top speed as well as blinkers. The f2pro might hit that $500ish price point too.

Depends on the overall budget though. College students don't necessarily want to sent or have the money to spend on a higher end scooter, esp when there are decent dependable scooters that may not go 50mph with a range of 90 miles. College students are going to have issues of storage and theft as primary concerns. So spending over $1k for something that could easily grt stolen makes zero sense. You're really better of getting something that is cheaper and reliable and speed doesn't have to be king nor does everyone want speed to be king. Add that it has zero to do with masculinity as you're trying to make it put to be. You're not a little girl if you don't want to go 50mph+, you just want a quicker commute and do it safely. Some people have balance issues and the faster you go the more dangerous it becomes. So something like those entry/mid level segways are amazing options because they aren't made for speed but dependability. And no, it doesn't have to be a tradeoff, but often times is.

at what point do you think I'm the OP? My experience and a lot of peoples that for the money, the Segways are some of the most dependable on the market and aren't built for speed. Some people are going to really like that aspect of it. Probably esp a college student on a budget.

I'd go g2, what you get for the money is amazing. Further, depending on the conditions, ip rating might come into play. G2 is ipx7 for the battery pack, ipx5 everywhere else. Zt3 is just ipx5, meaning you probably don't want to ride it in the rain

I agree. If you can utilize the E & N Trail route, that's the easiest and safest way. I have a Segway Ninebot G30P and for my needs, it's good. That being said, I don't have to do many steep inclines or travel that far (about 2km from house to work), and I live close to Country Club, so I don't have to go far for my basic needs. I see a lot more people riding e-scooters, so it's definitely becoming more popular. I swear I saw some rental e-scooters at one of the city rental things in the north end, so you could maybe go rent one and see how you like it first!

Well, my model is discontinued apparently lol! This looks like it's an upgraded version of mine: https://a.co/d/3au1EC2

I've been recently getting acquainted with our handlebar friendly friends the humble e-scooter! Thanks to Ed and Tim for letting me rip around and get the feel for two of the most popular entry level suspension e-scooters on the market. Here are my findings! Segway Ninebot MAX G2 Rider weight: 85kg Range (hilly areas): Top 50% - 13km Bottom 50% - 11km Total range - 24km (would go further on flat areas) Top speed - 36km/h (device) 33km/h (GPS) on flat with a little more to give, likely 40km/h max Average speed - 15km/h Elevation gain (top 50%) - 257m Elevation gain (bottom 50%) - 134m I honestly felt like my wrists were going to fall off. There is definitely a lot of pain in the wrists even after just 5km - taking the front splint out of 187s might help. Coming from electric unicycle obviously I am not used to having my hands do so much work while riding. I have also not made adjustments to the throttle position as this is not my hardware so that could help quite a bit. There's just barely enough power in the MAX G2 to get me up a substantial incline without overheating. That should go without saying considering the low nominal output power. On long inclines the speedometer flash red indicating overheat of battery or motor. I would have to stop frequently on long inclines in order to allow it to cool down. I ran the entire test in sport mode (top mode with acceleration assist unlocked in app) as I am not a lightweight rider. Inclines of 10-15° would result in a top speed of 14-17km/h at full battery, whereas a short incline of 20-25° reduced me to 4-7km/h. At inclines of 30° I was completely stopped even in sport mode. This isn't going to be what I'd consider commuter viable for anyone over 75kg - unless they live in dead flat suburbs. Pedestrians are quite a bit less friendly than with other PEVs. E-scooters definitely have more of a stigma attached to them already, which is sad. Some people are friendly however, not everyone was scowling. I see way more positivity or neutral attitudes from the public on the EUC. Electric skateboards are somewhere in the middle. Segway rate this e-scooter as being able to survive 20,000 km before major failure however every bump I go over and every misaligned paver makes me doubt that very much unless all of those kilometres were done on a perfectly laid road. I could not get the cruise control to work at all. I tried both modes - neither would engage. This could be due to custom firmware that the owner advised me about. If I could have engaged cruise control it would have taken away a lot of the wrist pain due to having to hold the throttle on the whole time. I was able to set the regenerative braking which automatically applies after letting off the throttle. I found the weak setting to be the most intuitive and safest. I found strong to be reasonably easy to get used to however due to the low power of the motor, I would not use the strong regenerative braking setting in hilly areas with heavy rider weight, as the regenerative braking introduces extra strain on the motor. As a heavier rider it might be better to leave regenerative braking off and coast instead, to allow the motor to cool down after long inclines. This is a shame because regenerative braking extends range. I love how the MAX G2 has a 3 amp charger built into the board itself and you only need to carry a clover style direct 240v power cable to charge it. I don't know how much extra weight this adds, however most people would be carrying the charger in their backpack anyway. There is also a DC barrel jack port for external power bricks. I prefer having less weight on my shoulders so this is an excellent design choice. Unfortunately I was unable to get the e-scooter to report that it is on charge/connected to mains power, neither in the app or on the physical screen on the stem. This was while using the inbuilt 3 amp charger and external 240v cable. This is a huge design oversight as every other PEV I've owned or ridden has a charging indicator somewhere on it or some way of letting the user know that the charging has commenced. It blows my mind Segway of all manufacturers would not have this simple indication. I wish the horn was a ringing bell sound not a beep sound. Pedestrians act more predictably when a sound is emitted similar to a bike bell. Sometimes they would not react to the beep at all. I tried riding forward stance and side stance. Both I found to be reasonably comfortable with little foot fatigue. Even the relatively short deck is ample for my height at 6'5 however my back foot was always on the rear guard not on the deck itself. While in side stance I would keep both feet on the flat of the deck. Braking feels more predictable and safe when in forward stance. Cornering feels more predictable and safe when in side stance. Toeside cornering is a piece of cake however heel side cornering is terrifying as a beginner which is strange because I had the complete opposite experience on electric skateboard. I was pleasantly surprised to find that shifting weight off of one foot to provide some respite was relatively easy and did not affect balance. I was able to shake the loose foot to provide some blood flow and rest. Again this may only be because I have experience riding EUC one footed, however having the handlebars must be a contributing factor. The suspension is very good and can handle going up and down 45° curbs without too much issue. I did find myself wanting for more suspension travel however coming from an EUC like the the S22 Pro+ that makes sense. I am now interested to know what the difference is between the hydraulics suspension on this MAX G2 versus the spring suspension on other escooters. Despite the suspension being so capable, every time I went up and down 45° curbs I did worry quite a bit about where the stem folds down. I think it's quite absurd to assume the manufacturers claim of 20,000 km before failure. One gripe I have is the fact that you cannot control the regenerative braking variably like you can on an electric skateboard. Basically if the throttle is off the computer controls how much regenerative braking to apply and your only option is to use the physical drum break to slow down further. As far as off-road goes I only took it on grass and very light gravel for short distances. I wouldn't dare take it anywhere else, as the stock tires do not have the tread for it, nor does the e-scooter have the power for it. I found it to be predictable and reasonably comfortable on grass, whereas gravel I would not corner at any speed over 10km/h. Generally speaking, I was pleased with the results of the MAX G2 considering a modest 36v system, 900w peak power / 450w nominal, and 550wh battery capacity. Very efficient, reasonably comfortable. However, if you weigh more than 75kg and intend to commute regularly in hilly areas, you need 1kw+ nominal motor power in my opinion. Note: the model I tested had a tuned controller, the stock controller would be even more lacking when it comes to climbing hills at a heavy rider weight. InMotion S1 Rider weight: 85kg Range (hilly areas): Top 50% - 22.5km Bottom 50% - estimated same as above or less Total range - 42.5km (would go further on flat areas) Top speed - 30km/h (device) 29km/h (GPS) on flat with nothing more to give (locked by firmware) Average speed - 15km/h Elevation gain (top 50%) - 268m Elevation gain (bottom 50%) - estimate same as above or less With a bigger 54v system and a 500w nominal power motor, the S1 takes off from the line a lot faster and with more urgency than the MAX G2. I expected the range would be a little more too, with 675wh battery capacity. The suspension system is also a little different and perhaps a little firmer than the MAX G2. I definitely feel more fatigue in the hands after short periods. I could not even finish the range test due to discomfort in the hands and wrist, I bowed out at 50%. I have a new appreciation for hands free PEVs! The power of the S1 is certainly excellent for commuting and effortlessly carries me up 10-15° inclines without much reduction in top speed, as I coasted up one such incline both in drive and sport mode with no problem. Eco mode does tend to suffer a little with hill climbing but not much. In drive mode I was able to ascend an incline of 20-25° and my top speed was only reduced to 13-15 km/h. I am definitely enjoying the slight bump up in power, whereas the MAX G2 felt a little too underpowered. Instead of user controlled indicators on the handlebars, the deck lighting indicates left and right depending on the lean angle of the S1. Not too good for letting those behind you know your intentions ahead of time, so I have to say I prefer the MAX G2 indicator system more. I am glad to report that the S1 has a simple physical ring bell on the handlebars which is my preferred way of letting pedestrians know I am approaching. Even though the deck space looks bigger on the S1 there is actually less usable real estate than the MAX G2 which is a problem for me being a taller rider. The stem latch on the deck also interfered with my rear foot position several times which was not an issue on the MAX G2. However the stem latch on the S1 is definitely more trustworthy when folded up and transporting by hand. Carving stability is a little more concerning and wobbly on the S1 due to the reduced deck space, particularly at speeds at or above 25km/h. Braking is definitely more aggressive and less predictable than the MAX G2. I feel like the S1 could definitely throw you over the front handlebars if you hit the brakes hard enough. This results in better emergency stopping lengths for the S1, however there is a trade-off in safety for the rider under normal conditions. The S1 applies both front drum and rear regenerative braking with the one brake lever. The throttle on the S1 is difficult to maintain a coasting speed without pushing the throttle down to maximum position. This is likely due to the increased power of the motor. Unfortunately remaining in sport or drive mode and trying to maintain lower speeds like 15 km/h is tricky due to the sensitivity of the throttle. I definitely found that the throttle was exceedingly twitchy in sport mode to the point of frustration. Having to ride with the throttle fully maxed out regardless of mode is a glaring oversight and definitely a cause for safety concern. Releasing the throttle however was smooth and predictable, which is important. For some reason, despite the extra power of the motors on the S1, I was not able to exceed 30km/h, which could be unlocked in the app or through some other firmware job. However, unlike the MAX G2 I was able to utilise the cruise control once I gained access to the settings in the InMotion app. The cruise control is wonderful on the S1 and is easy to engage simply by holding down the throttle as consistently as possible for a few seconds. It even engaged as low as 7km/h, however as the throttle is a bit twitchy I had trouble locking cruise control on at higher speeds. But at least it worked, and had me grateful to finally be able to rest my hand in the late stages of the test ride. Conclusions The S1 is definitely the pick for power and hill climbing ability for heavier riders as well as range capabilities, but the MAX G2 is the pick for safety and comfort on shorter rides. I would personally buy neither, but instead look for another e-scooter with the best aspects and attributes of both - possibly a Segway with more power or twin motors. InMotion need to sort out their twitchy throttle before I'd consider their e-scooters.

This is exactly what I was thinking about looking for my first as well. And Segway seems to stand for reliable as well, so the G2 was a great buy. I will upgrade in time, but for now, it's pretty cool.

Segway max g2 even if you get it used or refurbished you won’t regret it

Based on your needs—4-mile flat commute, 245lb weight capacity, rain resistance, and a $1,000 budget—the NIU KQi 300X and Segway Max G2 stand out. The KQi 300X offers a powerful motor, excellent build quality, and IP55 water resistance, making it a solid choice. The Segway Max G2 is well-known for its durability, long range, and smooth ride, plus it has IPX5 water resistance, which is great for Seattle’s rain. Both handle heavier riders well, but the Segway Max G2 has a more minimalist design. If you prioritize power and performance, go with the KQi 300X. If you want reliability and rain resistance, the Segway Max G2 is your best bet.

Scooter. Way more portable. Ninebot g2 max is the way to go for a short 4-8 mile trip

Can find refurbed Max G2s on ebay for around $500. Mine has been great for 1600 miles.

I can tell you right now that the G2 is NOT good for hills. It slows a ton. I wouldn't do the F3 either. ZT3 will work, but portability takes a hit, and upgradability is lost for that discount. G3 is a beast. Very portable and sexy. You can add the extra battery when it's out, or even swap the battery for a GT3 battery and gain 50% more internally. (You can do the GT3 battery swap on the ZT3 as well.)

I think the Ninebot Max G2 is the only good scooter in that range that will handle most of those requirements reasonably. Except the top speed. I feel like if you’re really serious about waterproofing as much as possible, you might have to seal the scooter up yourself if it’s anything other than the G2.

I have put over 1200 miles on the max g2, absolutely amazing scooter, just lacking a small amount in area of speed. I recommended the g30lp as it seems a step down from the g2, I have never owned or ridden a g30lp so I was assuming it was good based on the g2. Would definitely recommended g2 because of suspension and I have ridden it in heavy rain with no issue.

I have a path like this that is about 12 miles long in my town and I have a Segway Max G2 and I ride it full speed at about 20 mph down packed gravel and have no issues as long as you don't have balance problems or eyesight issues

I've been riding different scooters for the past 2 years and put together this comparison to help with exactly this question: [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DqSqzwP7hnN54EQje7dNvaqePSVWjJLpp3yc4IuTP30/edit?gid=437090420#gid=437090420](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DqSqzwP7hnN54EQje7dNvaqePSVWjJLpp3yc4IuTP30/edit?gid=437090420#gid=437090420) Right now I'd say the Segway Ninebot Max G2 is probably the best overall: 40 mile range, super reliable, and those self-healing tires are a game changer. I upgraded from a G30 and the difference is noticeable. For the money, the NIU KQi3 Max at $600-800 is incredible value with 31 miles range and way more comfortable than most. If portability matters, the Unagi Model One Voyager is only 26.5 lbs but pricey at $1000+. Been daily riding the G2 for 6 months now and zero issues, that's what I'd recommend if you want something that just works.

Best scooter I have bought in that range was the ninebot max g2 used. It punches way above its weight and price point, very solid build

The Segway Max G2 is definitely the best of these options, dual suspension, 1000w motor, it’s smoother, faster, and can cover greater distance than the others. The 5 hour quick charge is nice too. The advantage of the F2 Pro is it’s lighter and cheaper, but the G2 is superior in every other way.

I've had my ninbot max g2 for over a year now, it does what I need it to do without much fuss

If you can stretch that budget just a bit, I'd get the Ninebot Max G2 for $800

G2 has much more range. It also has turn signals and suspension

As a fellow SO , get the Segway Max G2 you wont regret it

Stay away from the G2! The G2 has some quality issues with the charging port and build quality. The G3 is a beast and it's my new main scooter. ZT3 is good for outdoor, lose terrain and that but lacks the extra battery for example. F3 is okay, but only the charging input where the battery would go is trash in my eyes. So either ZT3 or G3. Both are great scooters.

Iv got a Segway G2 scooter I bought for 1400 IV used a couple of times it's like new you can have it for about $1000

G2 max didn’t make the list ? I’ve recommended it a bunch here lol

I saw the ninebot max but it stated 350-750w while the ninebot max g2 is a 1000w one so I didn’t believe it was included

I have better experience with Segway than HiBoy. Security features and comfort. I got a HiBoy s2 max and only used it for a month while going on the 3rd month with my Segway g2 max. Safe travels bud!

I agree only on the range. In every other field Segway prevails. But I did notice but s2 max hiboy could handle distances better than my g2 max Segway. But that’s the trade off for the added security, turning signals and dependable Bluetooth connection while the scooter is off as well.

Max owner here. Mine is at around 2500 kilometre mark now. I’ve cleaned it, lubed bearings and kept the tyres at 45 psi. I ride it five days a week regardless of weather. Leave it plugged in on charge overnight and had no problems whatsoever. I’ve not babied it and I’ve not neglected it. Haven’t needed to adjusted the breaks or suspension from factory.

The G30 without a doubt. Isinwheel are importers of parts-bin scooters. They'll probably work; for how *long* is another question entirely, and their weatherproofing is questionable at best. The G30 on the other hand is specifically known to be one of the most weatherproofed scooters in existence, to the point it and the G2 are the only two scooters we recommend with full confidence when someone needs a ride that can take full wintertime and keep on kicking.

It and the G30 are tanks. The G2's suspension does mean it's heavier and there's more stuff that can break, but it's not *usually* a problem. This is a good moment to remind you that Ninebot have sold *thousands upon thousands* of G2s. Doubting it because of one video is like doubting a car because one dude somewhere had a radiator leak, or something. No product is perfect and acceptable defect rates are a thing. Additionally, an amount of play that small definitely wouldn't stop me riding it. To be honest, I probably wouldn't even be arsed putting the scooter up on the stand to fix it.

Ninebot Max G2 or G3 bare minimum, but even for that you are going to have to up your budget. You don't want cheap cheap when it comes to scooters. Batteries are expensive, so anything fast and cheap is going to kill you or burn your house down. Most scooters are rebadges of chinese OEM scooters, and can come under multiple names. Buying used is a risk, as you have no idea if it's been crashed or if the battery pack is failing until it's too late.

Dude, you’d be legit insane to go 28 mph on that unpronounceable hunk of crap. Look how thin the top of the stem is. Doesn’t look mechanically sound at all. Look at the part that connects the foot bed and the stem: it’s not even welded together but held in place with screws. I’ve logged over 3600 miles on my Segway Ninebot Max G2 and it’s a tank that has never failed me. There’s a reason why scooter rental companies use Ninebot Max. Spend a bit more and buy a gently used Max G2.

I recommend the Segway Ninebot Max G2. This thing is built like a tank and never had any issues and I’ve logged over 3K miles. I even prefer it over my new G3 simply because of the range I can get.

I’m a trucker and got the g2max a month ago. Best thing ever. Use it alll the time

ZT3 is too new to be trusted yet imo, I'd go for the G2 which is a known good scooter, and is portable (enough) for most women the G2 is too heavy.

The most reliable thing ever is probably the Ninebot Max G30, but in your budget you could also get something like a dual motor Nami Klima, which won't be as indestructible because it has more moving parts, but it'd be a completely different level of fun, quality and comfort. Reliability is hard to quantify. It's pretty much agreed upon that the Max G30 is the peak of that, but for example Nami is also considered high quality and reliable and it's not really possible to measure if it's less or how much less. You said 30MPH, I don't know if you want to go that fast or if that's just the speed limit, but bear in mind that the G30 tops out at around 20MPH and barely gets even there. This isn't necessary bad, but it's just what's adequate for a smaller, no suspension frame like this one. Edit: the G30 also doesn't have blinkers, but the newer Ninebot Max G2 and even newer Max G2 have both blinkers and suspension. They're known to have a little bit more issues than the G30 however.

I've got one. I had to replace the internal charger because the scooter stopped charging, likely because I used to keep it always plugged in. The 2nd issue which is current is the back fender is loose and rattles like crazy when riding. I need to tighten it but haven't figured out to do it yet since the youtube tutorials by segway are only for the G30 which has a different build than the G2. That being said I've had it for 1 year and have 3201km on it and works great as a commuter. It'd probably be in better shape if not for the fact that I have to ride across two bumpy wooden bridges for my work commute.

I have both of them. If you have to carry it at all, I would recommend the Max G2. I was quite concerned about the infamous overheating but I've never encountered it. It has been utterly reliable and it just works, really well. I ride a lot with my family so we have a mix of scooters and I pre-ordered the ZT3 because my sis has a dual 1000w china clone and she just smokes me even when only using a single motor and I got tired of being left behind. The ZT3 suspension is notably better than the Max G2 but if the worst you're dealing is some bumpy sidewalk, either will do just fine. The ZT3 has increased ground clearance, markedly better acceleration and improved top speed but is appreciably larger in every dimension and as others have noted, its range is disappointing for the weight. The single biggest feature on the ZT3 that appeals to me is the proximity unlock... So convenient. The G2 fits fairly well in the back of an X5, the ZT3 requires laying a seat down to get it in. As others have noted, the ZT3 has some mildly ridiculous looking plastic trim that makes it appear tacky, the G2 is just business and classy. Hope that helps. *edited for grammar

I'm sure it could be skewed by the difference in tires but what stands out is the total amount of travel, allowing the ZT3 to smooth over larger bumps. Completely subjective but the more compact suspension on the G2, even though not quite as capable, strikes a better balance between size and performance.

I can highly recommend the Ninebot Max G2. Because of the full suspension, it has amazing ride quality. It also has very good waterproofing and is extremely stable in wet conditions. Easily the best scooter I ever owned.

Anything from Segway/Ninebot. The have superior waterproofing and stability in wet conditions. Ideally G30/G2/G3 line, those are the most robust ones.

Segway Ninebot all the way ! I had several of those. My absolute favourite is the G2. By far the best scooter I ever owned. My G2 is almost two years old, never had any problems with it.

I would take a Segway Ninebot G2 or F3Pro. Both are good commuter scooters with self healibg tires and double suspension. You can especially look out for good offers for the G2, the price dropped after the G3 came out. Tje suspension of the G2 and F3 is better adeapted for city driving than the G3 suspension from what I read 

Why should anyone be uncomfortable, even if the typical trips are not that long ? My way to work is 5,5 km each way, I love my G2 and would never again buy a scooter without double suspension.

I bought a Segway G2, my friend works for a store selling them, I got a really good deal.

Segway MAX G30 is a proven, rugged, and simple design that works and has enough speed (19mph) and power for daily commuting use. It just works and not much to worry about. They are $599 now. The G2 is the next generation of this and is probably pretty great as well. I’d get one of those two over anything else. They are like the Civics of scooters.

I mean you’re not gonna find good hill performance at that price point, especially depending on weight. You should also really mention your way because there’s a big difference if you’re 120 pounds or 250. It’s just not really possible to get a dual motor scooter at under $600. Nothing good anyway. I’m a little bit surprised because if you look at actual reviews of that scooter on videos, it looks like it should handle hills that are approximately that steep. If you really wanna go through the headache, you could return it and try and exchange and see if that one will work, but it would be annoying to have to return it twice. I know the Segway ninebot G2 max is pretty decent and would handle a hill like that, but the price will vary depending if you’re finding it refurbished or on sale.

This is because 99% of credible scooter manufacturers advertise scooters at their nominal power, not maximum power. The Max G2 is a 550W scooter. To call it a 1,000W scooter is disingenuous based on the normal terms of scooter marketing. All those dozens of 350W entry-level scooters you see advertised - you think that's the max power? My four scooters from different manufacturers that I bought as 500W scooters -- you think that's the max power? Nope and nope.

Get one from Segway and make sure its dual suspension. Max G2 E has dual suspension but there might also be better models for money. If you are skinny and dont weigh much then segway is powerful enough but if you weigh like 100kg(EU)or 220pounds then its gonna have problems and motor is gonna heat up alot. I also recommended segway because its cheap to repair, often times people buy scooters but dont consider cost to repair.

Really depends on how and where she intends to ride it. I probably spoiled myself by going for a fully suspended one on my first purchase (the Max G2) and when I tried a friend's F2 Pro,on somewhat degraded roads, it felt like I was going to damage my spinal cord lol, lack of back suspension really shakes you like a tree.

Care and maintenance are keys to making your escooter last long. An escooter used for offroading, jumping curbs, constantly on low tire pressure, and that has been in accidents... You get the point. You're buying something that does not undergo regular technical inspections so as far as the state of the escooter is, unless it's been barely used, all bets are off. As for "escooter tanks" that last through the ages, you have for example the Ninebot Max G30 whose frame seems indestructible. It's a relatively cheap option if you're on a budget. Its next iteration, the Max G2, seems to hold up pretty well too (mine is still here after 9000km), right now we're at the Max G3. If you don't want bad surprises... well avoid buying very cheap stuff or from brands that are known to have lots of issues/bad customer service.

I have to interject and advise against the G30LP. At 190lbs, I had one for 2yrs and it did not take hills well, also as battery charge drops, so does speed. And if you’re hitting an incline, it’ll drop you to an easy 10mph when max on sport mode is 18.5mph or so. I actually just got rid of my G30LP. Sent it for warranty claim for the battery and they refunded me because they didn’t have parts for it. Which worked out absolutely perfect because I’m eyeing the Max G2 next. Kind of torn between the Max G2 or HiBoy Max Pro but the G2 is my lean just for durability and water resistance (G2 is IPx5, compared to HiBoy’s IPx4). Tubeless self-healing tires are also very attractive compared to an inner tube. Prime day is here my friend. Amazon has the G2 now at $800 usd. Not sure what that converts to in CAD but I’m hoping when the Prime Day event starts tomorrow? The G2 will drop even more. My hope is $650 but I’m a little doubtful. Best of luck OP.

Ninebot Max G30P ($600), followed closely by the Max G2 ($900), are **KING** of reliability/quality. Nami Klima/Burn-E ($1800+) are best for high performance. Niu KQi 100P ($400) is the only reliable/quality budget option. Niu, Inmotion, and Kaabo make some contenders as well.

Out of those? Either of the Nami's lol. Idk if you're looking to spend that much though. The Ninebot Max G2 has decent front/rear suspension, and I get about 25 miles per charge on mine (with lots of hills, full throttle, max speed).

Not much good stuff under 50lbs honestly. Fast scooters need batteries and suspension in order to well... Go fast lol. The Ninebot Max G3 is probably the nicest and fastest scooter under 55lbs. 28mph, 2000w peak motor, and rides like it's on rails (rock stable). Check the dimensions though, it's a wee bit chonky for a commuter, but performance/feature/quality wise there's nothing close sub 55lb. I have the previous version of it, the Max G2, and I've been taking it on the light rail and bus for a year and its been great. It's also 54lbs, but it's not as chonky as the G3. The downside is it goes 22mph vs 28, and the motor stock is 1100w peak. It's got full suspension though, and most of the nice features on the G3. I've put 4500 miles on it in the last year. Only had to replace a wheel bearing, and the fender cuz it broke off. Everything else, even tires are stock . Both are very water resistant and reliable. If the G3 is just a bit too big for ya, you can mod the controller on the G2 if you got some tools, $5 STlink 2, and a boring evening to kill. And make it faster than the G3. Mine goes about 35mph on full battery, and it still does 26-27mph down to 20%. 1700w peak too. Its not gonna break it, just speeds wear a bit. It's extremely overbuilt physically and electrically. Something to consider!

Good choice 👍 It is a very new scooter, so there's a couple quirks with some firmware stuff, but Segway releases updates very often to address things (usually 1-2x month). With my Max G2, there was like 5 times where they boosted the output of the scooter and motor via a firmware update. When it released, it was 900w peak, and the last firmware was 1300w. That's almost 50% more stock power than I paid for, which is cool haha. Its nice knowing they support their products for so long, and you get to enjoy useful features/tweaks that sometimes really change the scooter. Makes it interesting haha. Though I won't lie, on the G2 there was at least 2 updates that introduced annoying bugs, and had to wait a while for them to get fixed. So it's not all sunshine and rainbows. But it definitely makes owning it more interesting lol. One tip is when you see a firmware update pop up, wait a day or two to install to see what people say about it first 🙂 I hope you enjoy it!

I have tried kukirin g4. U will love it if u like speed. Can go up to 70km/h. But it only lasts up to 1100km and it started to make noises. Currently, i am riding Ninebot G2 max and its pretty nice and feels more premium too

Your at the limit but the Max G2 is pretty water-proof and strong. I'm 6'2/220 and ride a G30P (2700kms) daily in all weather. Forget apollo , They just don't care.

I love my Segway G2 max but honestly it depends on where you are, if you are in a super hilly area it isn’t the best option.

I just bought a G2Max on Amazon for 800 and have two weeks of commuting under my belt, no regrets at all.

It all depends on your budget, commute, and how heavy you are. Tiny dude doing short trips on flat pavement? You can get something small like a Ninebot E2. I myself have the Apollo City 2023. It's got dual motors so can get my >90kg ass up hills and all the way to the city. I used to have the Ninebot Max G2. It was a solid scooter, just didn't have enough power for hills.

My Segway G2 max handles roads like these at 20mph with no issues, believe it or not. You don’t need to drop big bucks for a high end scooter, the Segway g2 is built like a tank, has traction control and it would work great.

I have an emtb and had a decent Segway scooter (dual suspension on both. both at the same time). The scooter is less effort to ride at 20kph. I only sold it as it wasn’t legal at the time. For commuting about, 100% a scooter is comfier and less sweaty.

"#3 says Segway Ninebot Max - there are at least 3 different basic versions of the Max (G2, G30 and G30LP) and then a lot of different regional versions. also Niu doesn't show the specific model and there are a few... you should differentiate more in your list.

Lots of used segway g30's and g2's on the market since the g3 shipped this week. My advice, save an extra 100 and pick up one of those, or come up with a good sob story and try to sweet talk one for 200 lol

I ride stuff like that on my high-mileage ninebot max, no problem.