r/SegwayScooter

I did my research and educated myself as much as a layman could, but obviously I keep coming up with more questions to google so I figure where better to ask for good advice than here.

I went with a Segway Max G2 and LIVALL C21 helmet. It’s for casual use, not commuting. Here are my questions.

1. What is the best way to carry a 40oz hydroflask on it?

2. Is it worth having a phone mount? I keep hearing about “quad lock” but I wouldn’t know which one to get and I feel like apple watches give fine directions anyway so, is there really even a benefit?

3. Is “Segway eKickScooter Storage Bag” that mounts on the stem a worthy investment? Is there a better alternative?

4. I realize it’s over 50lbs, but I don’t mind carrying it into a store for a few minutes. That said - is there a tried and true lock to keep them from being stolen while unattended?

5. Is there any type of accessory where say I could tow a newborn behind it? (I’m not insane, just curious since they have those for bikes lol).

6. Any advice or tips regarding this model or care for it in general? The self healing tires have me a bit confused, for example.

Thanks!

Apologies if asked but I couldn’t find posts on this. My G3 is awesome but after about a month I am experiencing maybe 1mm of play on the handlebars and stem. I’ve tightened everything that a user can tighten. There is nothing loose where handlebars attach or at the heavy hardware above the hinge. The only place it might be is either the folding hinge ball joint, or play from the front shocks. However it still is unmistakably loose feeling and getting worse. Don’t want the dental bill when it suddenly fails. Has anyone experienced the same thing and found a root cause?

I know it sounds crazy, but I currently have a Mars XTR scooter by gspace But I really don’t like the suspension on it too much and it’s just really bulky. I’ve had it for about a year now. It goes 70 miles an hour. It’s fun to ride, etc., but I just want something a little more nimble and smaller that can still achieve decent speeds, and I thought about the GT3 Pro, but I’m seeing stuff about the stem breaking and certain parts just are not in stock all over the Segway website, which is crazy to me. I think the scooter is only a year old as well. I was thinking getting a name brand. and scooter that’s widespread and has popularity under it would be nice to be able to get replacement parts easily, but that just seems like a impossible thing, especially when out of warranty because I want to have it long-term for at least two years

But despite the GT3 pro being still heavy, it still seems like it has a narrower design than my current scooter and would at least be able to store nicer and maybe a little bit less maintenance, more waterproofing on there because the screen is under the handlebar area, etc., my current scooter has a lot more exposed, but I don’t know. It was just a thought. I just wanted to know what other people thought about it

I'm going to look at an F3 pro tomorrow, first scooter for me but I'm coming from E-bikes and do all my own maintenance. The pictures look clean, no signs of damage, seller says around 2500km on it. I'll ask them in person about brake and tire maintenance and of course check them over and check the stopping force.

I'm wondering what else I should focus my attention on, what would you check if you were buying it?

Are there any known serious issues with versions of these that should be avoided? Anything that would tell me if the battery has been abused?

Any help and advice appreciated.

And is reasonably priced?

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I have a new F3 Pro which I have assembled and taken on a couple of shakedown rides.
Apart from having to adjust the the rear brake cable it has been a relatively harmless experience.

On my ZT3 Pro the rear light is always on when the scooter is powered on. Even if I disable the X running light the rear stays on. It just brightens or flashes when the brakes are applied.

This is not the case with the F3 Pro. The front running light strip is on but not the rear light is not.
Is this an oversight or am I missing something in the app? It seems odd to me that there would be visibility from the front but not the rear without having to turn the headlight on. Brake lights are normal as per settings.

Is this the case with the G3 as well or is it like the ZT3?

I was hoping that it would be better lit than the F2 series.

When your Segway eKickScooter E3 Series has accumulated a high mileage, please follow the instructions below to inspect the E-Scooter to ensure that your E3 Series is in the best condition.

Note: This is the first installment of 5-part E3 Series Maintenance Series. Stay tuned for the upcoming guides on brakes, lights, handlebars & folding mechanisms and wheel motor & non-driven wheel.

1. Tire Pressure Inspection

● Frequency: Recommended once monthly or when tire pressure feels low + pre-ride inspection (if parked >30 days).

● Standard Value:

1.  GT3: Recommended range 42–48 PSI (290–330 kPa); Safe range 25–50 PSI (173–345 kPa).

2.  GT3 Pro: Recommended range 29–35 PSI (200–242 kPa); Safe range 25–35 PSI (173–242 kPa).

● Test Condition: Tire in cool state (stationary ≥2h or ridden ≤3km).

● Test Tools: Tire pressure gauge (instrument accuracy is ≥± 1 psi)

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2. Damage Inspection

● Visual Inspection/Inspect by Touching: Check tires for any cracks, bulge or foreign matter;

● Light Damage: The depth of the cracks is ＜ 2 mm and the length of the cracks is ＜ 5 mm, and there is no exposed tire cord. Tires can be used normally, but you should take care of them from time to time.

● Serious Damage: The depth of the cracks is ≥ 2 mm, or the length of the cracks is ＞5 mm, or the tire cord is exposed, or the diameter of the tire bulge is ＞10 mm. It is recommended to replace the tire.

● Tire Pressure Error: The weekly decline of the tire pressure is ＞15%, and tire replacement is required. It is recommended to replace the tire.

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3. Tire tread Depth Inspection

● Threshold: If the tread depth is ≤ 0.8 mm, or is aligned with the tire wear mark, you should replace the tire.

● Tools: A depth gauge; or visual inspection

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Warning

The untimely handling of tire pressure error or tire damage may lead to many negative consequences, including the decline of vehicle performance, safety risk, and damage to the vehicle, etc.