The Segway Max G3 is a commuter electric scooter with the hardware of a bigger machine: a 2,000 W max motor, hydraulic suspension front and rear, disc brakes at both ends and 11-inch self-sealing tires. Segway rates it at up to 50 miles in Eco, falling to 25 miles flat out in Sport+. It ships limited to about 20 mph and reaches about 28 mph once High Speed is enabled in the app. The catch is weight: at 54.2 lb, it's an electric scooter you ride, not one you carry far. It sits in the $1,250–$1,750 band at Wilson's today. Here's how its range, speed and weight work out, and who it suits.
Segway Max G3 specs
| Spec | Segway Max G3 |
|---|---|
| Top speed | About 20 mph as shipped; about 28 mph with High Speed enabled in the Segway Mobility App |
| Motor | 850 W nominal, 2,000 W max, rear hub |
| Battery | 46.8 V, 597 Wh (12.75 Ah) |
| Range (Segway) | 50 miles Eco, 40 Drive, 34 Sport, 25 Sport+ |
| Charging | About 3.5 hours built in; about 2.5 hours with the optional DC charger |
| Weight | 54.2 lb |
| Folded size | 48 x 23.2 x 23.3 in |
| Max rider | 286 lb |
| Climbing | Up to a 30% slope |
| Brakes | Front and rear disc |
| Suspension | Front twin-tube hydraulic; rear dual adjustable hydraulic |
| Tires | 11-inch tubeless, self-sealing |
| Water rating | IPX6 body, IPX7 battery |
All figures are Segway's, from our Segway Max G3 product page.
What is the real range of the Segway Max G3?
Segway doesn't give one headline range number. It rates each riding mode at that mode's own top speed, which makes the figures more useful than most:
| Mode | Range (Segway) | Energy per mile (our arithmetic) |
|---|---|---|
| Eco | About 50 miles | About 12 Wh |
| Drive | About 40 miles | About 15 Wh |
| Sport | About 34 miles | About 18 Wh |
| Sport+ | About 25 miles | About 24 Wh |
Riding flat out uses about twice the energy per mile of Eco. Segway also says rider weight, hills, cold and riding style cut range, and the battery is rated for 14 to 104 °F. For a daily round trip, plan on the Sport or Sport+ figure if you ride fast, and treat 50 miles as the best case. For electric scooters that go further, see the best long-range electric scooters.
How fast is the Segway Max G3?
It leaves Segway limited to about 20 mph. Enabling High Speed in the Segway Mobility App raises that to about 28 mph, and Boost Mode takes it from a standstill to 15 mph in 2.4 seconds. The 2,000 W max motor is rated to climb a 30% slope.
Whether you can use 28 mph depends on where you ride. Many states and cities cap electric scooters at 20 mph or less: New York City, for example, caps them at 15 mph, and we don't sell or ship models that go over 20 mph to New York City addresses. Check your state in our state law guides before you unlock it, and see how fast electric scooters go for the wider picture.
How heavy is the Segway Max G3?
54.2 lb, and it folds to 48 x 23.2 x 23.3 inches. It folds for the trunk or the hallway, but carrying it up more than a flight of stairs every day is real work. Here's how it compares with Segway's other electric scooters on our site:
| Electric scooter | Weight (maker) | Top speed (maker) | Range in Eco (maker) | Price band |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segway F3 | 42.3 lb | About 20 mph | About 44 miles | $500–$750 |
| Segway Max G3 | 54.2 lb | About 28 mph unlocked | About 50 miles | $1,250–$1,750 |
| Segway ZT3 Pro | 65.5 lb | About 24.9 mph | Up to 43.5 miles | $750–$1,250 |
| Segway GT3 | 87.1 lb | About 31 mph | About 45 miles | $1,250–$1,750 |
Prices change often, so check each product page for today's price. If you need to carry your ride every day, see our lightweight electric scooters guide.
Brakes, suspension and tires
This is where the Max G3 earns its price. It has disc brakes front and rear, a twin-tube hydraulic shock up front, and dual adjustable hydraulic shocks at the rear, so the damping can be set for your weight. The 11-inch tubeless tires have a sealant layer inside that seals punctures up to 4 mm as they happen. Segway's traction control ships switched off and is turned on in the app.
Segway's SegRide geometry, with an 80 mm trailing distance and steering damping, is meant to keep it steady at speed and in sharp turns. The frame is aluminum alloy, and Segway says it put it through 500,000 suspension cycles and a simulated 12,427-mile vibration test.
Charging, lights and smart features
- Charging: the charger is built in, so one cable charges it in about 3.5 hours, or about 2.5 hours with Segway's optional DC charger on the second port.
- Water rating: IPX6 for the body and IPX7 for the battery pack. Ride in the rain, but don't submerge it or pressure wash it, and never charge a wet battery: bring it in.
- Lights: a 6 W headlight that switches on by itself in low light, turn signals front and rear, and underglow lights for side visibility.
- Display: a 2.4-inch color screen with turn-by-turn navigation, speed, mode, battery and call alerts.
- Security: Apple Find My through the Segway Mobility App, and Auto Unlock, which unlocks it as you walk up with your phone and powers it off when folded.
Segway Max G3 pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic suspension at both ends, adjustable at the rear | 54.2 lb is heavy to carry upstairs |
| Disc brakes front and rear | 28 mph needs an app unlock and is over the limit in many places |
| Self-sealing 11-inch tubeless tires | Range drops to about 25 miles at full speed |
| Range published for every riding mode | Segway recommends riders 16 to 55 and at least 5 ft 3 in tall |
| Built-in charger, about 3.5 hours | Not sold or shipped to New York City addresses |
Who is the Segway Max G3 for?
It suits a commuter riding several miles each way on mixed roads, who stores it on the ground floor or in a garage and wants comfort and stopping power more than light weight. Riders up to 286 lb fit within Segway's rating. If you carry your electric scooter up stairs every day, a lighter model like the F3 will be easier to live with. If you want more speed and a bigger battery and don't mind the weight, the GT3 is the step up. To see how the Max G3 compares with the Max G2 and Max G3 Plus, read Segway Max G3 vs Max G2 vs Max G3 Plus, or let which Segway electric scooter to buy narrow it down.
Bought from us, the Max G3 has a one-year Wilson's warranty against manufacturing defects, and we manage the claim with Segway. Standard shipping is free to the lower 48 states, except New York City addresses for this model (see our shipping policy).
Segway Max G3 service at Wilson's
Our technicians service the Max G3 and every other brand of electric scooter, wherever you bought it, with express service at every shop. A simple inspection is always free; a full diagnosis with disassembly or test equipment is $30, waived on repairs over $100. The jobs a Max G3 is most likely to need, all starting prices with parts and labor included:
- Brake repair from $25, rotor replacement from $35
- Tubeless setup and sealant service from $30
- Tire replacement from $65 to $120
- Suspension service from $80
- Error code fix from $35 (see Segway Ninebot error codes)
- Battery load test from $50, with replacement quoted after the test
Book a repair, or read about Segway electric scooter repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is the real range of the Segway Max G3?
Segway rates it at about 50 miles in Eco, 40 in Drive, 34 in Sport and 25 in Sport+, each at that mode's top speed. Weight, hills and cold reduce all of them.
How fast does the Segway Max G3 go?
About 20 mph as shipped, and about 28 mph once High Speed is enabled in the Segway Mobility App. Check your local speed limit for electric scooters first.
How much does the Segway Max G3 weigh?
54.2 lb. It folds to 48 x 23.2 x 23.3 inches.
Is the Segway Max G3 waterproof?
It's water resistant: IPX6 for the body and IPX7 for the battery pack. Don't submerge it or pressure wash it.
What is the maximum rider weight for the Segway Max G3?
286 lb. Segway recommends riders 16 to 55 and at least 5 ft 3 in tall.
Can I buy a Segway Max G3 in New York City?
No. We don't sell or ship electric scooters that go over 20 mph to New York City addresses, and the Max G3 reaches about 28 mph. New York City caps electric scooters at 15 mph.
Sources: Segway manufacturer specifications on our Segway Max G3, F3, ZT3 Pro and GT3 product pages; energy per mile is our arithmetic from Segway's battery and range figures. Checked November 12, 2026.
