The Mantis Urban is a single-motor Kaabo commuter with a 20 kg frame and a 100 kg rider limit. Its 40 km advertised range is a seller claim; ScootFinder uses a 28 km planning estimate, not a road-test result.
It is the sensible Kaabo for urban riders who want more chassis and braking hardware than a basic commuter. The 100 kg payload and 28 km ScootFinder range estimate make it less suitable for heavier riders or genuinely long trips.
At 20 kg, check that you can lift it for your stairs or train connection. Plan the return trip against the 28 km estimate with a reserve, rather than the 40 km claim. Before paying, read the dated seller checks, compare with the Inmotion Climber and check your state's device rules.
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Seller reported available | Variant: Black | SKU: KMURBAN-BLK
Delivery price, postcode eligibility and dispatch timing must be confirmed with this seller.
Seller publishes a 12-month limited warranty with mileage, use and damage exclusions. Read the policy before buying. Read supplier warranty terms.
Link and listing checked 17 Oct 2026Visit sellerLegality is computed from this scooter's specs against each state and territory's rules. It is a guide, not legal advice. Results use published catalogue evidence and the linked official definitions, not physical certification. Unknown required measurements stay unconfirmed. Check the current source and exact unit before riding.
Check this scooter against your state's rules, with age, helmet and licence details
NSW does not permit personal e-scooters on roads or road-related areas. Private property only; shared hire trials are separate.
Source: Transport for NSW (verified 17 Oct 2026)Published capability exceeds 25 km/h. An app riding limit alone does not verify device eligibility; confirm the exact Australian configuration.
Source: Transport Victoria (verified 17 Oct 2026)QLD maximum capability exceeds 25 km/h. The transition through 28 February 2027 requires manufacture before 1 July 2026 and former compliance; neither a model year nor an app setting proves it. Confirm the exact unit; do not ride on this result.
Source: Queensland Government (verified 17 Oct 2026)Published capability exceeds 25 km/h. An app riding limit alone does not verify device eligibility; confirm the exact Australian configuration.
Source: Government of South Australia (mylicence) (verified 17 Oct 2026)Published capability exceeds 25 km/h. An app riding limit alone does not verify device eligibility; confirm the exact Australian configuration.
Source: WA Road Safety Commission (verified 17 Oct 2026)Published capability exceeds 25 km/h. An app riding limit alone does not verify device eligibility; confirm the exact Australian configuration.
Source: Transport Tasmania (verified 17 Oct 2026)Exceeds NT's private motorised-scooter definition of maximum combined 200 W and motor-only 10 km/h. An app riding mode does not establish the exception.
Source: Northern Territory Government (verified 17 Oct 2026)Published capability exceeds 25 km/h. An app riding limit alone does not verify device eligibility; confirm the exact Australian configuration.
Source: ACT Government City Services (verified 17 Oct 2026)| Motor (continuous) | 500 W |
| Motor (peak) | 900 W |
| Dual motor | No |
| Top speed (unrestricted) | 40 km/h |
| Can be limited to 25 km/h | Yes |
| Range, Claimed (manufacturer) | 40 km |
| Range, Estimated (ScootFinder) | 28 km |
| Range, ScootFinder tested | Not tested yet |
| Battery | 499 Wh |
| Water resistance | IPX6 |
| Unfolded dimensions (L x W x H) | Not verified |
| Wheelbase (axle spacing) | Not verified; overall length is not wheelbase |
| Weight | 20 kg |
| Max rider weight | 100 kg |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Seat option | No |
| Tyres | 8.5 x 3 inch pneumatic |
| Suspension | Front and rear adjustable spring |
| Brakes | Front and rear mechanical disc with EABS |
Range labels: Claimed is the manufacturer figure, Estimated is ScootFinder's planning estimate, and ScootFinder tested is only shown after our own Range Test. How we rate range.
The 40 km figure is the seller's maximum-range claim. ScootFinder uses 28 km as an estimated mixed-use allowance and has not performed an independent range test.
Commuters wanting Kaabo build quality and adjustable spring suspension in an entry commuter that ships default-limited to 25 km/h.
Adjustable front and rear suspension and strong IPX6 water resistance at an entry commuter price for the Kaabo brand.
Modest 100 kg max rider weight and 40 km claimed range are on the lower side for the price point.
Check before buying. Confirm the AU unit ships default-locked to 25 km/h and check current promo pricing with the retailer.
No public-riding approval is confirmed from the required catalogue evidence. Eligibility remains unconfirmed in Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and the ACT. An app speed mode alone is not approval. WA device eligibility is not confirmed by speed alone; weight, dimensions and configuration matter. NSW personal e-scooters remain private-property only; NT has a separate maximum 200 W / 10 km/h definition. Rider age, equipment, licence and route conditions still apply.
QLD maximum capability exceeds 25 km/h. The transition through 28 February 2027 requires manufacture before 1 July 2026 and former compliance; neither a model year nor an app setting proves it. Confirm the exact unit; do not ride on this result. General rule: age 16+ and a valid learner-or-higher driver licence. Specified exceptions cover supervised riders aged 12 to 17 (including unlicensed 16 and 17 year olds), eligible medical exemptions for riders 16+, and designated recreational areas. Supervision and exemption conditions still apply. A transitional reasonable-excuse provision for the licence requirement runs through 29 November 2026; it is not a blanket licence exemption. The current PMD definition includes motor-only capability no more than 25 km/h. Through 28 February 2027, a transition covers devices manufactured before 1 July 2026 that met the former definition. A model year or app mode does not establish this exception; we do not presume it for unverified units. 12 km/h on footpaths and crossings, and when passing pedestrians on shared paths. Otherwise obey signed path limits up to 25 km/h. Roads up to 60 km/h and specified bicycle-lane exceptions; check signs and the route.
Personal e-scooters remain illegal on NSW roads and road-related areas, including footpaths, shared paths and bicycle lanes. Use a personal e-scooter on private property only. Shared hire trials have separate approved areas and rules.
The claimed range is 40 km, measured by the maker in ideal conditions. ScootFinder estimates about 28 km for mixed everyday riding. That is an estimate, not a test result. Hills, rider weight, cold weather and riding at top speed all cut range, so plan with some battery in reserve.
It weighs 20 kg. The maximum rider weight is 100 kg. It folds for carrying and storage.
When we last checked on 17 October 2026, the lowest price we found was $999 at Electric Kicks against an RRP of $1,699. We list one Australian seller on this page. Prices change, so check the seller before buying.
It has an IPX6 rating, which means it resists strong water jets. No e-scooter is truly waterproof, so avoid deep puddles and do not wash it with a hose.
Yes. It is number 7 in our list of the most popular e-scooters in Australia for October 2026. Near the top of Electric Kicks' best seller list, at $999 down from $1,699.
Answers use our latest price check and the state rules on file. Check this scooter against your state.
These are curated comparison pages that already exist, not automatically generated combinations.
Current catalogue models for related riding needs, within a comparable price band where both prices are known. Dated availability is prioritised before category and price proximity. These are research suggestions, not ride-test rankings or public-use approval.
CommuterWhy compare: Same commuter category; same dated catalogue price; 11 km more estimated range, not tested.
Seller reported available at the 2026-10-17 seller check. Confirm the exact offer and delivery; this is not live stock.
CommuterNewWhy compare: Same commuter category; same dated catalogue price; 2.1 kg lighter on published figures.
Seller reported available at the 2026-10-17 seller check. Confirm the exact offer and delivery; this is not live stock.
CommuterWhy compare: Same commuter category; $100 more in the dated catalogue; 37 km more estimated range, not tested.
Seller reported available at the 2026-10-17 seller check. Confirm the exact offer and delivery; this is not live stock.
CommuterNewWhy compare: Same commuter category; $200 less in the dated catalogue; 2.2 kg lighter on published figures.
Seller reported available at the 2026-10-17 seller check. Confirm the exact offer and delivery; this is not live stock.
Australian specifications, price and warranty context were checked against two specialist Australian retailers. This is a researched buying guide, not a physical test.
