r/ElectricScooters • u/Pure-Tough8723 • 2d ago

General Just got my first scooter

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After browsing the sub for a week or so, making a post to ask for advice and reviewing the options given to me, Ive opted for the Segway Max G2. I just opened it, set it up and gave it the first test rides. As of now, I am very happy with my purchase. I spent $883 for the scooter (Best buy had it for $799 for Labor Day Sale instead of $1399), and a Hover 1 Helmet with a detachable visor (was on sale for only $10) so overall I feel like it is a good deal to pay $880 for a scooter that would otherwise be double in price. The suspension feels really good, the app is very intuitive and its honestly a blast. Thank you to everyone who took the time to write back on my post. Ill update in a few months and tell you all if I am still as satisfied with my purchase.

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u/imjoeycusack 2d ago

Congratulations! Got my Max G2 couple months ago. These items are must imo: Helmet (mountain bike or full face motorcycle, armored jacket, knee pads, riding gloves. I had my first fall wearing only a bicycle helmet and got major road rash. After recovering I ordered all the personal protective gear I could get my hands on.

Most riders don’t gear up this much but I think it’s worth it!

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u/Pure-Tough8723 2d ago

Would you mind posting links so I can see what kind of gear youre rocking? I appreciate the suggestions. Also how fast were you going when you fell, and what caused your fall?

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u/imjoeycusack 1d ago

I’ll try to get the links later but here’s my gear:

Helmet: Shoei RF-SR Jacket: Alpinestars T-GP Plus R V4 Airflow Jacket Kneepads: Alpinestars Bionic Plus Knee Protectors Gloves: Alpinestars SMX-1 Air v2 Gloves

I was going about 15-17mph when I fell. Took my hand off the left handlebar to wave at my neighbor (stupid i know lol) and the wheel immediately turned and I lost control. Hit 95 degree asphalt and rolled 3-4 times (luckily had my work backpack on which stopped the rolling from being worse. Only protection I had on was a bike helmet. Sustained 2nd degree road rash on left forearm, left knee, and both palms. First week of recovery was pure hell but I felt ok by the 2 week mark.

Everyone’s mileage may vary with protective gear but as someone in my late 30’s I can’t afford to get seriously hurt like that and miss work, being on bedrest for several days etc. Like any other activity, it’s better to be safe than sorry.

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u/Short_Park_8297 1d ago

Dude ur not going to need all that gear on this scooter….. this guy is obviously a shop owner who sells gear.

This was my first e scooter too and after buying a 40 mph scooter, this one feels more like a child’s toy

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u/Pure-Tough8723 1d ago

What did you spend on that 40 mph scooter?

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u/Short_Park_8297 1d ago

1600

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u/Pure-Tough8723 1d ago

I could see how going faster could be a lot more fun but I was really shooting for $500-$600 so the almost $900 I spent were even too much. This is not a commuter for me, Ill only use it to get around my University campus so I cannot justify the $1400. Im glad you enjoy your purchase though :)

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u/imjoeycusack 1d ago

I wish I were that successful lmao. Depending on use case, more gear the merrier. I commute on busy roads and had a serious fall right near my house,

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u/RedViper1985 1d ago

I was about to say too much but I have the same scooter and the only thing I don't have for it is the armored jacket.

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u/imjoeycusack 1d ago

Get one if you can. Totally worth the peace of mind. You never know what kind of fall/accident is around the corner.

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u/GerkinRichard 12h ago

Resume the surgery return my shoulder after I went down from an unexpected pothole.

Thank God I was at least wearing a helmet, the giant dent in it turned what likely would’ve been missing half the skin from my face and a skull fracture if not brain bleed into a mild concussion.

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u/imjoeycusack 10h ago

Omg scary! Glad you’re okay.