Segway Ninebot Max G2 review
The Segway Ninebot Max G2 is ScootFinder's pick for anyone who wants a legal, comfortable commuter scooter in Australia. Its case rests on class leading real world range, self healing tubeless tyres and a genuine 25 km/h speed lock, not on being the cheapest or lightest option in its class.
Last reviewed 16 Jul 2026
A rider locking up an electric scooter in an urban area. Photo for illustration.
Key points
- Priced $1,199 to $1,299, sold through Segway Australia and major retailers including 99 Bikes.
- Unrestricted top speed of 35 km/h, app limitable to 25 km/h, putting it in the legal class everywhere private e-scooters are permitted.
- Claimed range of 70 km, 55 km realistic, among the best in its price bracket.
- Weighs 24.3 kg and has no dedicated suspension, its main compromises against lighter or plusher alternatives.
- 10 inch self healing tubeless tyres and front drum plus rear regenerative braking make up its build.
How we assessed this
This verdict is built from Segway Australia's published specifications and current retail pricing, cross checked against ScootFinder's own compliance engine for its legal-class status, not a hands on test ride. Where we say something is a strength or a compromise, it's based on the verified specs relative to the rest of our catalogue, not a subjective first-hand impression. We'll update this review if and when a hands on test is completed.
The case for it
The Max G2's strongest argument is that it does the two things a commuter scooter needs to do well: it can be genuinely limited to Australia's 25 km/h legal class, and it goes further on a charge than most scooters near its price. A claimed 70 km, 55 km realistic, means most commuters won't need to charge daily, and the 10 inch self healing tubeless tyres are a meaningful upgrade over smaller solid tyres on rougher Australian footpaths and bike paths, fewer flats and a smoother ride without needing actual suspension.
Build and ride
Braking is a front drum paired with rear regenerative braking, a sensible, low maintenance setup for a commuter rather than the hydraulic discs found on the catalogue's performance scooters. It's rated IPX5 for water resistance, reasonable protection against rain and puddles on a wet commute, though not a scooter built for riding through standing water. There's no dedicated suspension, the tyre size and pressure do the work of smoothing out the ride, which is a fair trade off for the price rather than a shortfall.
Where it falls short
At 24.3 kg, the Max G2 is not a scooter you'll enjoy carrying up several flights of stairs or through a busy train station every day, it folds for storage but stays genuinely heavy to lift. If your commute involves regular carrying rather than mostly riding, that's the single biggest factor to weigh against its range and ride advantages, see our head to head against the lighter Inokim Light 2 for the direct trade off. The lack of suspension also means rougher paths are felt more than on scooters with adjustable damping, though those alternatives in our catalogue are private land devices, not legal-class options.
Who should buy it
Riders who want a legal-class scooter for regular commuting, care more about range and ride quality than absolute minimum weight, and don't need to carry it far each day. If portability matters more than range to you, compare it against the Inokim Light 2 before deciding. Either way, confirm your state permits private e-scooters and that the 25 km/h limit is correctly set before you ride in public, see are electric scooters legal in Australia and how to limit your e-scooter to 25 km/h.
Verdict at a glance
| Price | $1,199 to $1,299 |
| Legal class (25 km/h lock) | Yes, app limited |
| Claimed / real world range | 70 km / 55 km |
| Weight | 24.3 kg |
| Best for | Legal-class commuting where range and ride comfort matter more than minimum weight |
| Main compromise | Heavy to carry, no suspension |
See our full 2026 buying guide for how it stacks up against the rest of ScootFinder's catalogue, and how long e-scooter batteries actually last for what to expect from its battery over time.
The Max G2 doesn't win by being the lightest or the cheapest, it wins by going further between charges and riding smoother than most scooters near its price, that's the trade off it's built around.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Segway Ninebot Max G2 legal in Australia?
It can be, in the states that permit private e-scooters. Its unrestricted top speed is 35 km/h, but it can be app limited to 25 km/h, putting it in the legal class everywhere except NSW and the Northern Territory.
How far can the Ninebot Max G2 go on one charge?
Segway claims 70 km. A more realistic real world figure, accounting for rider weight, terrain and riding style, is around 55 km, still among the best in its price class.
How much does the Ninebot Max G2 cost in Australia?
$1,199 to $1,299, depending on the retailer. It's sold through Segway Australia and major retailers including 99 Bikes.
What are the downsides of the Ninebot Max G2?
It's heavy for daily carrying at 24.3 kg, and it has no dedicated suspension, relying on its tyres to smooth out bumps. If you regularly carry your scooter up stairs or onto trains, the lighter Inokim Light 2 is worth comparing.
Sources
- Segway Australia (checked 16 Jul 2026)
- ScootFinder.au verified catalogue (lib/scooters/data/segway.ts) (checked 16 Jul 2026)