VMAX - VX4

The Vmax VX4 is a solid scooter with good water resistance and arguably best in class turn signals. Solid acceleration too, it handles Seattle hills just fine, so NYC should be no problem. Top speed of 25mph, so it barely hits your speed requirement, but everything else on your list it solidly checks. Half a year ago I would've recommended the Kaabo Mantis X, but it died on me 4 months in due to water damage from taking it out in the rain, so yeah... Nope

Honestly, I regret the City purchase. I had one of the first ones, and the sticking throttle scared me so I never rode it. Apollo is a great design company, but the mechanical engineering and the execution don't measure up. I have a VMAX VX4 GT, and it's my favorite scooter ever. Super-solid build, great and thoughtful design, Swiss attention to detail. It's the VMAX core company, including the design team, that owns the factory, not the other way around. The tight integration of design and build is evident.

I didn't need more than 22 mph (25 in Beast mode). I just bought my daughter a VX5. I'm in the industry, I know the VMAX owner and executive team, and I admire them. I just bought some ArmorDilloz on Paul Somerville's recommendation, but haven't yet put it in. I have the VX4 2024 version, but it has a rear disc brake, contra the documentation. The only con is that it's rather heavy (65 lbs).

I am a scooter rider and it really depends on your budget. It is highly recommended to get a scooter from a reputable brand and that come with some basic safety features like a turn signals and a proper rear facing light. Although they can be somewhat expensive, its very much worth the extra dollar, so you can stay safe while having the freedom of micro mobility. For my recommendations: NIU, VMAX, Segway have really good scooters. Avoid the cheap ones that don't have the safety features. They have decent range and have a built in gps locator, so even if someone steals it, you can find it. However, I would not worry about theft because gradguard will cover it. Other reputable brands include Gotrax and Apollo. Both are pretty good, but I don't have much experience with Gotrax. Apollo, on the otherhand, is also a great brand if you can stomach the cost. However, before you set your eyes on an escooter. Range anxiety is a real issue. The reported ranges and top speeds are the brands testing under very good conditions and very light riders and often times on the slowest setting. They are not accurate most of the time. Do not buy from non reputable brands. I do not want to see someone's dorm or house burning down because they bought a cheap scooter from a random company. I also recommend to buy a full face helmet, knee pads, and gloves even on entry level scooters. PLEASE, FOR THE LOVE OF GOD. ADHERE TO TRAFFIC LAWS. YOUR NOT A PEDESTRIAN WHEN YOU STEP FOOT ON THAT SCOOTER OR BIKE. I see too many people on campus not adhering to basic traffic laws on both scooters and bikes. Also watch how to properly ride a scooter and make sure to practice on the weekends. Although I am currently injured from falling off my own scooter (broken arm because I was being an idiot and tried to do a trick on it). If you want I can still teach you how to ride a scooter. Just privately message me about the time and date and I'll let you know if I can. Edit: I went through the gradguard policy again, they will not cover anything motorized, so invest in a good lock.

I have a vmax vx4, im 260# and this thing is awesome!

Has anyone else had electrical problems with the VX4 GT? I ordered my first one in July. After assembling it, the display froze on "ERROR 22" (something about the throttle), plus the headlights wouldn't turn on, blinkers worked. I disconnected, then reconnected the wires that you stuff into the stem several times, but it never worked. In the end, I got "ERROR 30". I sent it back for replacement. I got a replacement 3 weeks later. I had a great ride for a couple of hours until the display froze in "ECO" mode. Plus, the blinkers stopped working. I sent it back; they won't replace it or refund because it's "used" ( ridden for two hours). I was eventually told that the control board needs to be replaced. One month later, they still haven't gotten to it because they have many repairs ahead of me (first come, first serve). Rainy season begins in 4 weeks ... I'm trying to stay positive about this ....

If the screen is broken, the scooter will not function ... that was my experience. VMAX ended up replacing the second scooter as well, and the third VX4 has been great. Even though we're deep into the rainy season in the Pacific Northwest, there have been a few opportunities for some great rides. It handles well on various terrain (roads and trails). I don't want to expose it unnecessarily to rain and mud, so my experience has still been fairly limited (around 100 miles), but it's been great so far. I'll point out a few negatives worth considering: * the disc brake is slightly warped or bent. Every other ride (or so) I have to bend it back into position so it doesn't rub against the brake. I REALLY don't want to have to send it back again ... we'll see.... *It's heavy. I'm fit, 5'11", etc., but still, every time I carry it up and down the stairs to my house, I'm wishing that it was lighter. * The folding stem lock is stupid. It's easier for me to carry the scooter with the stem up. *It's difficult to operate the turn signal buttons with gloves. I suspect that with experience, I'll get better at it.

I have an f2 and a E kick from ninebot. I do believe you're paying a little bit for the ninebot name, but from my experience it's worth it. I picked up an F2 that had only been rode 4 times by the previous owner for $200 (a steal) on marketplace. The build quality is definitely there, I absolutely love the f2. It's not even in the same league as my new vmax, yet I still use it for trips I can't bring the max inside or if it's rough riding. I'm 170 and ride the scooters like I stole them. Our Gotrax is also solid reliability wise, as my 8 yrs old nephew hasn't destroyed it yet, despite trying his hardest lol