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MAX G3

2026 model
25 km/h speed feature; check state limits
$1,699$1,899Australian seller listings checked on 17 October 2026. Advertised AUD prices and variant stock are dated observations; delivery and postcode eligibility are not guaranteed.
56 km est.Range
25 km/hTop speed
24.3 kgWeight
2000 WMotor (peak)
2 verified Australian sellersPrimary destination checked 17 Oct 2026.Seller links are editorially selected. ScootFinder does not currently earn a commission from these links.
Research-based guide | Sources checked 18 Oct 2026

The MAX G3 combines a 597 Wh battery, 850 W rated / 2000 W peak motor output, dual hydraulic suspension and 11 inch self-sealing tyres. The Australian supplied specification is 25 km/h; its published weight has a source conflict worth checking before buying.

ScootFinder verdict

Is the Segway MAX G3 worth considering?

The strongest fit is a rider who values ride comfort, dealer support and a large range buffer more than easy carrying. Both published weight figures are above 24 kg, so ask for a real lift and fold demonstration if stairs or public transport are part of the trip.

Australian seller check

Where to buy the Segway MAX G3

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Segway AustraliaBrand store
$1,699

The selected variant was reported available by the seller at our check. This is not a delivery guarantee.

Seller reported available | SKU: SEGW-MAX-G3

Delivery price, postcode eligibility and dispatch timing must be confirmed with this seller.

Confirm warranty coverage for your exact unit using this seller's published terms below.

Seller support and policies

Segway Australia policy and support links. Oldest policy check 2026-10-18; this is separate from the listing and stock check.

Warranty terms vary by model and component. The delivery policy excludes PO boxes and parcel lockers; confirm your postcode and quote.

Link and listing checked 17 Oct 2026Visit seller
99 BikesAuthorised retailer
$1,694

The selected variant was reported available by the seller at our check. This is not a delivery guarantee.

Seller reported available | SKU: SEGW-MAX-G3

Delivery price, postcode eligibility and dispatch timing must be confirmed with this seller.

Confirm warranty coverage for your exact unit using this seller's published terms below.

Seller support and policies

99 Bikes policy and support links. Oldest policy check 2026-10-18; this is separate from the listing and stock check.

The seller publishes in-store and online warranty claim routes. Bulky-item delivery charges depend on postcode.

Not verified: E-scooter workshop or repair coverage for this model has not been verified. Confirm it with 99 Bikes.

Link and listing checked 17 Oct 2026Visit seller

Seller warranties are additional to consumer guarantees under Australian Consumer Law. Read the ACCC guide (new tab).

Where you can ride it

Legality 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.

NSWNot permitted in public

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)
VICRide within state limits

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)
QLDCheck locally

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)
SACheck locally

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)
WACheck locally

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)
TASCheck locally

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)
NTPrivate land only

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)
ACTCheck locally

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)

Full specifications

Segway Australia publishes 25 km/h for this supplied configuration. Overseas or modified modes are not the Australian specification and do not establish public-riding eligibility. Australian configuration source (checked 2026-10-17)

Performance

Motor (continuous)850 W
Motor (peak)2000 W
Dual motorNo
Top speed (Australian supplied)25 km/h
Can be limited to 25 km/hYes
Range, Claimed (manufacturer)80 km
Range, Estimated (ScootFinder)56 km
Range, ScootFinder testedNot tested yet
Battery597 Wh
Water resistanceIPX6

Build

Unfolded dimensions (L x W x H)Not verified
Wheelbase (axle spacing)Not verified; overall length is not wheelbase
Weight24.3 kg
Max rider weight130 kg
FoldableYes
Seat optionNo
Tyres11 inch self-sealing tubeless
SuspensionFront and rear hydraulic
BrakesFront and rear mechanical disc

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.

About the range figure

Segway's Australian material claims 80 km at 15 km/h and 65 km at 25 km/h. The store's stated conditions use a full battery, a 75 kg load, 25 C and paved ground. These are controlled manufacturer claims, not independent road-test results. ScootFinder retains 56 km as an untested mixed-use planning estimate; it is not a measured result or a guarantee at 25 km/h. Hills, load, wind, tyre pressure and repeated stops can reduce range.

Should you buy it?

Best suited to

Commuters wanting Segway's latest flagship with real hydraulic suspension front and rear and strong claimed range.

Standout strength

Genuine front and rear hydraulic suspension, an 850W motor and an 80 km claimed range in Segway's current commuter flagship.

Main compromise

Heavier than the lighter F-series models; check state-specific device requirements as well as riding speed limits.

Pros

  • Front and rear suspension plus 11 inch self-sealing tyres
  • Large claimed range and a practical 130 kg rider limit
  • Australian distributor support and a broad parts ecosystem
  • Front and rear disc brakes

Cons

  • MAX G3 weight needs an exact-unit check: the Australian store's specification graphic lists 24.3 kg, while Segway's Australian manufacturer table lists 24.6 kg for model 051601A. The catalogue retains the store's 24.3 kg reference; ScootFinder has not weighed it. Confirm the delivered unit before planning regular stair carrying.
  • Headline range uses a steady 15 km/h; the separate 25 km/h claim is still a controlled manufacturer result
  • High-speed modes shown in overseas material do not replace Australian state and territory rules

Check before buying. Confirm the exact Australian unit against model 051601A specifications. The AU store lists 24.3 kg but Segway's AU manufacturer table lists 24.6 kg; ask about the supplied unit before planning stairs. State-specific device and route checks still apply.

Segway MAX G3: questions buyers ask

Is the Segway MAX G3 legal in Australia?

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.

Can I ride the Segway MAX G3 in Queensland?

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.

Can I ride the Segway MAX G3 in NSW?

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.

How far does the Segway MAX G3 really go?

The claimed range is 80 km, measured by the maker in ideal conditions. ScootFinder estimates about 56 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.

How much does the Segway MAX G3 weigh?

MAX G3 weight needs an exact-unit check: the Australian store's specification graphic lists 24.3 kg, while Segway's Australian manufacturer table lists 24.6 kg for model 051601A. The catalogue retains the store's 24.3 kg reference; ScootFinder has not weighed it. Confirm the delivered unit before planning regular stair carrying. The maximum rider weight is 130 kg. It folds for carrying and storage.

How much is the Segway MAX G3 in Australia?

When we last checked on 17 October 2026, the lowest price we found was $1,694 at 99 Bikes against an RRP of $1,899. We list 2 Australian sellers on this page. Prices change, so check the seller before buying.

Is the Segway MAX G3 waterproof?

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.

Is the Segway MAX G3 popular in Australia?

Yes. It is number 5 in our list of the most popular e-scooters in Australia for October 2026. In Scooter Hut's best seller list and the most reviewed scooter on Segway Australia's own store when checked. The default pick for long-range commuting.

Answers use our latest price check and the state rules on file. Check this scooter against your state.

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Editorial transparency

How this model guide was researched

This is a research-based buying guide, not a hands-on road test. Specifications were checked against Segway Australia and Segway's product manual, then interpreted for Australian buyers.

  1. Segway Australia MAX G3 model 051601A specificationsAustralian manufacturer | Checked 2026-10-18
  2. Segway Australian store MAX G3 specification graphicAustralian manufacturer | Checked 2026-10-18
  3. Segway Australia MAX G3 product pageAustralian manufacturer | Checked 2026-10-04
  4. Segway MAX G3 user manualGlobal manufacturer | Checked 2026-10-04