Segway Max Plus X: A New Scooter for Free-Flow Service

The American brand Segway is launching a new scooter targeted at shared rental services, the Max Plus X with 55 km of range.

You probably know Segway from the two-wheeled devices used by tourists. But the American company, acquired by Ninebot in 2015, also manufactures a whole range of electric scooters, and now introducing a new model.

The Segway Max Plus classified as X

The Segway Max Plus X thus complements the existing Max Plus lineup. Despite a similar name, it only shares its structure, battery, front suspension, and two brakes.

Powered by a 400-watt motor in the rear wheel, the scooter stands out from the 350 W of the Max Plus. It can also travel further, claiming 55 km of range compared to the 50 km of its little sister. Its batteries are, of course, removable, a plus for fleet management. Recharging is quick, taking about 4 hours.

The Max Plus X features a larger diameter front wheel of 11.5 inches, while retaining the 10-inch wheels at the rear. With this, comfort should be somewhat improved, and the brand also announces a design that is less costly to maintain.

The rear fender has also been redesigned, now including a new taillight, and the handlebar integrates turn signals that automatically turn off after 5 seconds. For lighting, two luminous strips on the tube ensure better visibility, optional with a choice of colors. Other options include a security cable and a helmet lock. A downside of this Segway Max Plus X is the weight, which jumps to 31.5 kg, an increase of 4 kg.

Enhanced Geolocation

The main novelty is not mechanical but connectivity. With its integrated “Gen-3” system, Segway promises to geolocate its scooter “in urban canyons, underground passageways, and even tunnels”. This is indeed one of the drawbacks of some models, desperately seeking their destination or becoming invisible to fleet services.

For users, the Max Plus X’s screen at the bottom of the handlebar is pleasant to the eye. A phone holder is also included above, which is a thoughtful addition to avoid having to scan the usable area while being able to charge wirelessly.

Segway has not announced the price or when it will first hit the streets. One will need to monitor rental services, and possibly in France as well?

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