The KQi3 Max is NIU's previous-generation long-range commuter, with a 608 Wh battery, 65 km claimed range and disc brakes front and rear. The Australian distributor currently lists the new model as sold out.
It can still make sense as clearance or refurbished stock, especially for its braking and battery capacity, but do not compare a refurbished sale price with a new rival. Confirm stock condition, warranty and battery history before buying.
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Australian brand websiteVisit brand websiteLegality 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.
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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 specifications meet the checked VIC device limits. 20 km/h riding maximum; no footpaths. Shared paths, bicycle paths and permitted roads up to 60 km/h; obey signs and give way. Check working brakes, warning equipment, lights, signs and rider requirements before riding.
Source: Transport Victoria (verified 17 Oct 2026)QLD eligibility unconfirmed: verified width and height, wheelbase (not overall length) required. No more than 60 kg, 750 mm wide and 1350 mm high; wheelbase no more than 1100 mm for two or more axles. Effective stopping system and a warning device where required. 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. Do not treat missing evidence as approval.
Source: Queensland Government (verified 17 Oct 2026)SA eligibility unconfirmed: verified unfolded dimensions required. No more than 45 kg and 1250 x 700 x 1350 mm; effective brakes, warning device and no dangerous protrusions. Check the exact device and local rules, not an app speed mode alone. Do not treat missing evidence as approval.
Source: Government of South Australia (mylicence) (verified 17 Oct 2026)WA eligibility unconfirmed: verified unfolded dimensions required. No more than 25 kg and 1250 x 700 x 1350 mm; maximum 25 km/h capability on level ground. Do not treat missing evidence as approval.
Source: WA Road Safety Commission (verified 17 Oct 2026)TAS eligibility unconfirmed: verified unfolded dimensions required. PMD: no more than 45 kg and 1250 x 700 x 1350 mm (inclusive legislative boundaries), motor-only capability no more than 25 km/h and an effective stopping system. A separately defined maker-marked maximum 200 W / 10 km/h motorised scooter has different age treatment. Do not treat missing evidence as approval.
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)ACT eligibility unconfirmed: verified unfolded dimensions required. No more than 60 kg and 1250 x 700 x 1350 mm, effective brakes and maximum 25 km/h capability on level ground. Do not treat missing evidence as approval.
Source: ACT Government City Services (verified 17 Oct 2026)| Motor (continuous) | 450 W |
| Motor (peak) | 900 W |
| Dual motor | No |
| Top speed (unrestricted) | 25 km/h |
| Can be limited to 25 km/h | Yes |
| Range, Claimed (manufacturer) | 65 km |
| Range, Estimated (ScootFinder) | 45 km |
| Range, ScootFinder tested | Not tested yet |
| Battery | 608 Wh |
| Water resistance | IP54 |
| Unfolded dimensions (L x W x H) | Not verified |
| Wheelbase (axle spacing) | Not verified; overall length is not wheelbase |
| Weight | 21 kg |
| Max rider weight | 120 kg |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Seat option | No |
| Tyres | 9.5 inch, self-healing tubeless |
| Brakes | Front and rear disc plus regenerative |
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.
NIU's 65 km figure is measured at 15 km/h on flat ground with a 75 kg load. ScootFinder's 45 km estimate is a practical planning allowance, not a road-test measurement.
Commuters wanting NIU's previous-generation long range model, strong claimed range from the same 608 Wh battery as the newer 300X.
Strong 65 km claimed range and self-healing tubeless tyres, with no suspension to add weight.
No suspension at all, and it is a previous-generation model being run out alongside the current 300 series.
Check before buying. Confirm this is genuinely current stock rather than aged inventory, given it is coexisting with the newer 300 series.
Published device specifications meet the checked limits in Victoria. Eligibility remains unconfirmed in 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 eligibility unconfirmed: verified width and height, wheelbase (not overall length) required. No more than 60 kg, 750 mm wide and 1350 mm high; wheelbase no more than 1100 mm for two or more axles. Effective stopping system and a warning device where required. 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. Do not treat missing evidence as approval. 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 65 km, measured by the maker in ideal conditions. ScootFinder estimates about 45 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 21 kg. The maximum rider weight is 120 kg. It folds for carrying and storage.
$999 at the last check. NIU Australia listed new stock at $1,799 but sold out on 4 October 2026. Electric Kicks had it in stock at $999 (was $1,749.95) and Scooter Hut at $1,749.95. NIU also has a separate refurbished listing; do not confuse it with new stock.
It has an IP54 rating, which means it resists splashes from any direction, such as light rain. No e-scooter is truly waterproof, so avoid deep puddles and do not wash it with a hose.
Yes. It is number 9 in our list of the most popular e-scooters in Australia for October 2026. NIU's KQi range fills several spots in Electric Kicks' best seller list, and the KQi3 Max is the long-range pick of it.
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.
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; 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.
CommuterNewWhy compare: Same commuter category; same dated catalogue price; 3.1 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; 20 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.
Specifications and Australian availability were checked against NIU Australia. ScootFinder has not physically tested the scooter or its battery condition.
