Dualtron Thunder 3
- Why shortlist it
- Massive claimed range, 4-piston hydraulic brakes and ultra-wide 11 inch tubeless tyres.
- Trade-off
- Very heavy at 47.3 kg, extremely expensive, and well outside the legal class at 100 km/h.
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How far can an electric scooter really go?
Understand claimed versus real-world electric scooter range, the factors that reduce it, and live examples from Australian models.
The short answer
For normal riding, a useful planning estimate is often 60 to 75 percent of a best-case manufacturer claim. The exact result changes with rider and cargo weight, speed, hills, wind, tyre pressure, temperature and battery age.
Live catalogue
6 verified modelsScootFinder's current shortlist
The live examples below show both the manufacturer claim and ScootFinder's estimated real-world figure. They are estimates based on researched specifications, not a claim that every scooter has been physically range-tested.
PerformanceNewDualtron
Thunder 3
$7,499
Range119 km
Weight47.3 kg
Top speed100 km/h
PerformanceNewNAMI
Burn-E Viper Max (40Ah)
$5,199
Range105 km
Weight47 kg
Top speed90 km/h
PerformanceInokim
OXO
$2,899
Range80 km
Weight40 kg
Top speed65 km/h
CommuterMearth
RS Pro
$1,399
Range70 km
Weight23 kg
Top speed40 km/h
Off RoadMearth
GTS Max
$2,799
Range70 km
Weight41 kg
Top speed70 km/h
CommuterInmotion
S1
$1,099
Range65 km
Weight24 kg
Top speed30 km/h
Key specifications
Compare the shortlist
Range estimates are ScootFinder estimates unless a tested result is explicitly labelled. Claimed range is the manufacturer's published best-case figure.
| Model | Price | Real range estimate | Claimed range | Weight | Payload | Top speed | Legal class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dualtron Thunder 3 | $7,499 | 119 km | 170 km | 47.3 kg | 120 kg | 100 km/h | Private land |
| NAMI Burn-E Viper Max (40Ah) | $5,199 | 105 km | 150 km | 47 kg | 150 kg | 90 km/h | Private land |
| Inokim OXO | $2,899 | 80 km | 110 km | 40 kg | 120 kg | 65 km/h | Private land |
| Mearth RS Pro | $1,399 | 70 km | 100 km | 23 kg | 100 kg | 40 km/h | 25 km/h capable |
| Mearth GTS Max | $2,799 | 70 km | 100 km | 41 kg | 150 kg | 70 km/h | Private land |
| Inmotion S1 | $1,099 | 65 km | 95 km | 24 kg | 140 kg | 30 km/h | 25 km/h capable |
Research notes
Why each model made the list
NAMI Burn-E Viper Max (40Ah)
- Why shortlist it
- Massive 2880 Wh battery, 8400W peak dual motor power and 4-piston hydraulic brakes.
- Trade-off
- At 90 km/h and 47 kg, this is firmly a private land device, and retailer naming for this generation ('Viper 2 Max' vs 'Viper 3 Max') is inconsistent.
Inokim OXO
- Why shortlist it
- Dual motor power, hydraulic discs and a 110 km claimed range.
- Trade-off
- Heavy at 40 kg and well outside the legal class. Private land only.
Mearth RS Pro
- Why shortlist it
- Ships capped at 25 km/h out of the box for straightforward legal riding, with puncture-proof tyres.
- Trade-off
- The manufacturer's own 100 km range claim is a best-case lab figure (flat, light rider, 15 km/h); no independent real world figure could be verified. No suspension.
Mearth GTS Max
- Why shortlist it
- Big 1061 Wh battery, dual disc brakes and full suspension in an Australian-brand package.
- Trade-off
- At 70 km/h it sits well outside the 25 km/h legal class, and is heavy at 41 kg. Stock was limited across AU retailers checked in July 2026.
Inmotion S1
- Why shortlist it
- A big 675 Wh battery giving strong claimed range plus a high 140 kg max rider weight, ships default-limited to 25 km/h.
- Trade-off
- Basic front drum brake, and unlocked top speed of 30 km/h is modest compared with faster private-land scooters.
Buying advice
What to check before you buy
ScootFinder stores claimed range and a separate realistic estimate where enough source data is available. We never relabel an estimate as a tested result.
- Plan the return trip using estimated real-world range, not the box claim.
- Keep at least 20 percent reserve for detours, hills, wind and battery ageing.
- Heavier riders and cargo use more energy during acceleration and climbing.
- Low tyre pressure and cold weather can noticeably reduce available distance.
- Repeated high-speed riding draws more power than a steady moderate pace.
Australian rules
Open the national law guideLegality depends on your state
A legal-class-capable label only describes the device. It does not override where, how fast or by whom it may be ridden. Check the current official rule for your jurisdiction before buying or riding.
NSWPrivate scooters not permitted in publicChecked 2026-08-23VICPrivate scooters permitted within 20 km/h rulesChecked 2026-08-23QLDPrivate scooters permitted within 25 km/h rulesChecked 2026-09-03SAPrivate scooters permitted within 25 km/h rulesChecked 2026-08-23WAPrivate scooters permitted within 25 km/h rulesChecked 2026-08-23TASPrivate scooters permitted within 25 km/h rulesChecked 2026-08-23NTPrivate scooters not permitted in publicChecked 2026-08-23ACTPrivate scooters permitted within 25 km/h rulesChecked 2026-08-23
FAQs
Common questions
Why is electric scooter range lower than claimed?
Manufacturer tests typically use controlled speeds, flat surfaces, light loads and favourable temperatures. Real trips add stops, hills, wind and varying rider weight.
How much range reserve should I keep?
At least 20 percent is sensible for a new scooter, with more margin for hills, winter riding, heavier loads or an ageing battery.
Does riding faster reduce range?
Yes. Aerodynamic drag rises quickly with speed, and repeated hard acceleration also consumes more energy.
Does battery range fall over time?
Yes. Lithium-ion batteries gradually lose usable capacity with charge cycles, age, heat and storage conditions.
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