The KuKirin G2 Master has two 1000W motors, tops out at 37 mph and climbs a 28° slope. The G2 Max has one 1000W motor, tops out at 34 mph, climbs 22° and comes with a seat kit. Both are rated for 43 miles from a 20.8Ah battery and weigh around 70 lb. Choose the Master for hills and pull; choose the Max if you want the seat and a lower price. Neither is a street-legal electric scooter in New York City.
- New York State only treats a device as an electric scooter if it weighs under 100 lb and has a top speed of 20 mph or less. The G2 Master is built for 37 mph and the G2 Max for 34 mph.
- A lower speed mode does not change that: the definition is about the top speed the machine is built for.
- Models over 20 mph aren't sold or shipped to New York City addresses. For NYC streets, see our best commuter electric scooters for NYC.
KuKirin G2 Master vs G2 Max at a glance
| KuKirin G2 Master | KuKirin G2 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Motors | Dual 1000W | Single 1000W |
| Top speed | 37 mph | 34 mph |
| Speed modes | 15 / 24 / 37 mph | 9 / 18 / 34 mph |
| Rated range | 43 miles | 43 miles |
| Battery | 52V 20.8Ah | 48V 20.8Ah |
| Charge time | 10 hours | 10 hours |
| Hill climbing | 28° | 22° |
| Tires | 10-inch tubeless | 10-inch pneumatic |
| Brakes | Disc | Disc |
| Seat | Not included | Seat kit included |
| Weight | 72 lb | 68 lb, with seat kit |
| Max rider load | 265 lb | 265 lb |
| Price band* | $500–$1,000 | $500–$1,000 |
*Price band from our current price; the product page shows today's price. All specs are KuKirin's published figures as listed on our product pages; range is rated, and real range is shorter with a heavier rider, hills, cold and the top speed mode.
Which is faster?
The G2 Master, by 3 mph at the top: 37 mph against 34 mph. The bigger difference is how they get there. The Master drives both wheels from two 1000W motors on a 52V battery; the Max drives one wheel from a single 1000W motor on 48V. On a start from a light or up a ramp, two motors pull harder.
Which climbs better?
KuKirin rates the G2 Master for a 28° slope and the G2 Max for 22°. If your ride has real hills, that is the reason to pay more for the Master.
Range, battery and charging
Both are rated for 43 miles from a 20.8Ah battery and take about 10 hours to charge. The Master's higher-voltage pack feeds two motors, so riding it hard in the top mode uses that range faster.
Seat, tires and weight
The G2 Max comes with a seat kit and still weighs 68 lb with it fitted. The G2 Master has no seat and weighs 72 lb. The Master runs 10-inch tubeless tires; the Max runs 10-inch pneumatic tires. For what each tire type means in daily riding, see electric scooter tires explained.
Which one should you buy?
- Choose the G2 Master if you ride hills, carry weight or want dual-motor pull.
- Choose the G2 Max if you want to sit, ride mostly flat ground and spend less.
Want more speed? Compare the bigger KuKirins in KuKirin G4 vs G4 Max (or the G4 on its own in KuKirin G4 top speed, range and weight), or see every KuKirin we carry in the KuKirin collection.
Keeping a KuKirin running
Our technicians service every brand at all six Wilson's shops, wherever you bought it: brake repair from $25, tire and tube replacement from $65 to $120, and controller replacement from $35. A simple inspection is always free.
Frequently asked questions
Is the KuKirin G2 Master faster than the G2 Max?
Yes, a little: 37 mph against 34 mph, by KuKirin's figures. It also climbs steeper slopes, 28° against 22°, because it has two motors.
Do the G2 Master and G2 Max have the same range?
KuKirin rates both for 43 miles on a charge.
Does the KuKirin G2 Max come with a seat?
Yes. The G2 Max includes a seat kit and weighs 68 lb with it.
Is the KuKirin G2 Master street-legal in NYC?
No. It is built for 37 mph, above New York's 20 mph limit for electric scooters, and models over 20 mph aren't sold or shipped to New York City addresses.
Where can I see a KuKirin G2 in person?
Ask at any Wilson's shop about availability. Our technicians service every brand at all six shops.
Sources: KuKirin's published specifications, as listed on our product pages; New York Vehicle and Traffic Law §114-e. Checked October 2026. This guide is general information, not legal advice.
