Australian price and specification comparison using the live ScootFinder catalogue, with realistic range estimates and state-dependent legality.
Choose the Inmotion Climber for dual-motor hill assistance, the higher 130 kg rider limit and the lower current Australian price. Choose the NIU KQi 300X for hydraulic front suspension, wider self-healing tyres, disc brakes at both ends and a little more range, subject to stock confirmation.
Inmotion's dual motor hill-climbing commuter, light and water resistant, ships inside the 25 km/h legal class.
NIU's flagship current commuter with hydraulic suspension and wide self-healing tyres, inside the 25 km/h legal class.
Manufacturer range claims are shown separately from ScootFinder planning estimates. A TBC value is left blank by the source rather than inferred.
| Specification | Inmotion Climber | NIU KQi 300X |
|---|---|---|
| Current price | $999 | $1,599.95 |
| Catalogue status | current | current |
| Availability | in-stock | out-of-stock |
| Claimed range | 56 km | 60 km |
| ScootFinder range estimate | 39 km | 42 km |
| Weight | 20.8 kg | 22.1 kg |
| Maximum rider load | 130 kg | 120 kg |
| Rated motor | 900 W | 500 W |
| Peak motor | 1500 W | 1000 W |
| Unrestricted device speed | 38 km/h | 25 km/h |
| Can be limited to 25 km/h | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | 540 Wh | 608 Wh |
| Water resistance | IPX6 | IP55 |
| Tyres | 10 inch tubed, front and rear | 10.5 inch wide, self-healing tubeless |
| Suspension | None | Dual-tube hydraulic, 45mm stroke |
| Brakes | Electronic plus disc | Front and rear disc plus regenerative |
Inmotion Climber: Fits the 25 km/h legal class, but rules still vary by state. Legal to ride within limits in 6 of 8 states and territories. Not permitted for private use in NSW or NT.
NIU KQi 300X: Fits the 25 km/h legal class, but rules still vary by state. Legal to ride within limits in 6 of 8 states and territories. Not permitted for private use in NSW or NT.
Speed capability is only one part of the rule. Rider age, licence requirements, where you ride and local speed limits also matter. Check the current state-by-state guide before riding.
The dual-motor Inmotion Climber is the stronger hill choice on paper. ScootFinder has not physically hill-tested this pair.
The NIU has the stronger comfort specification with hydraulic front suspension and wide 10.5 inch self-healing tubeless tyres.
The Climber is lighter at 20.8 kg versus 22.1 kg for the NIU, although both are substantial two-handed lifts.
ScootFinder has not physically road-tested these two units for this comparison. Published specifications come from the sources below. Real-world range figures are clearly labelled ScootFinder estimates and prices or availability should be confirmed before purchase.
