You're probably doing the best scooter reviews on youtube in my opinion. One of the things that sets you apart is how well you cover competitive options and also when you hold the manufacturers accountable when the scooter doesn't lives of the claimed specifications. Please keep up the great work. I'm excited for your channel to get to 10K, 15K, subs and beyond.
@@SamuelLelyukh I watch them all the time and enjoy their reviews. Great people as far as I can tell and generally good with the specifications and numbers. The difference is that they're incentivized by manufacturers with early and or exclusive access new scooter models. This sometimes has them glossing over real issues that a person like Tom would definitely highlight. A recent example is ESG's review of the RX7 and not making mention of the ongoing issues with the Lumilor lighting. They upload in 4k so the issue was clearly visible on their example but ESG kept a zipped lip about it. Apparently Roadrunner is quietly replacing panels for 1st production run scooters at a rate that has seen them run out of stock for many early buyers. This could have been an opportunity for ESG to transparently address, then highlight how the issue was being addressed by Roadrunner, however that opportunity was forfeited. Mitchell at ESG also runs RK9 Rides and seems a bit more objective overall. All that to say, that's why I gave specific praise to Tom's Gadget Garage because he's purchasing a large percentage of these scooters with his own money and shooting straight with his viewers.
I can go up ANY grade fast with my dual motor but Iam only 130 lbs haha! I put 30 miles a day on my Apollo Go 2024 dual motor EVERY single day. I dropped it on its handle because of bad design kickstand and severed 2 throttle wires in handle assembly. AMAZING amount of PRO tutorials on Apollo channel. Found the handle disassembly tutorial then I found 2 severed throttle wires. I soldered and Iam back on road. This is a dream to ride every single day. It is my commute life now and I look forward to being on it daily!!!
Also, in addition to my comment below I must admit this is one of the best reviews I have seen. Especially at the end when your summarized everything and gave alternate purchase options. Great job for sure!!!
Great review. So much to like about the GO but there are some things pointed out well in your review they need to consider for version 2. We have seen as bright but protected handlebar turn signals from Segway and Pure and various others, the tail lights and head lamp on this should be aiming to be as bright as that amazing stem light as again there are better ones on other scooters, And the Niu scooter mechanism for latching stem to deck is by far the best though it does only work that well by virtue of the stem only being as long as the deck. It’s amazing how far we have come from the xiaomi m365 to scooters like this though so may the innovation long continue! I hope we see that display, stem light, and kick plate turn signal design make its way to the air and city in their next iterations. I love how Apollo goes for ip66 across their line up too. Will you be reviewing the Segway Gmax 2?
Personally I would like the tyres ABIT thicker like on the city pro as I've had both 2" and 3" before now and find it much more stable and grippy aspecially in the rain
Great review--thank you! My previous scooter experience was on rentals, the Lime in particular, but I bought the 2024 Apollo Go. Go is faster & quicker than the 2024 Lime, but the Lime is smoother, more comfortable, and more stable. The Go wheels are tiny for portability, but it’s a bumpy ride and not very comfortable. The wheels take literally five strokes from the Joe Blow bike pump. The Go won’t fit in my WRX sedan trunk, unless I leave the trunk open. It’s very tight. The Go fits in the back seat of my car but it takes the full length of the seat. I’m not sure if the City or Klima would fit on the back seat. The Go fits easily in our Impreza hatchback, and it could easily hold two The deck of the Go is a bit cramped and I find myself shifting my feet around frequently on a one hour ride. The Go climbs small hills well, and large hills slowly. I live in the mountains. Battery drains quickly for 195 pound rider at mostly full speed, but it lasts a long time at more comfortable speeds. Dot Matrix display needs trip odometer and clock. Definitely room for improvement on the display. I don’t like it. Quad phone mount is useful but I don’t like fiddling with my phone. Excellent production quality & shipping Unit arrived from Best Buy in two days, perfect shape Very good help desk response over text & email Good printed documentation for setup Decent smart phone app for settings, but could be simplified. Good assembly video on UA-cam. Easy & exciting setup. I never want to be a scooter mechanic and Paul @Electric Scooter Review scored the Go 9.2 out of 10 for maintenance. This was a big factor in my purchase. I like the scooter but wish for longer range and a smoother ride, without sacrificing portability. I want it all! Now I’m thinking I might go with electric bikes if I had the choice again.
Despite all its niceties, the main issue with this scooter is the lack of overall versatility due to limited range. With reviewers seeing 14 - 19 miles max, with at least one reviewer cruising at 20mph until it would no longer sustain, which is fairly unimpressive. Apollo used 30 x 21700 cells in 10 series, 3 parallel. Had they simply gone with 40 cells in 10 Series 4 Parallel, it would have transformed this scooter into one of the most versatile units in scooter history while not giving up any of it's other fantastic attributes. Adding 10 cells would add less than 2lbs to this unit, even factoring in a slightly deeper battery tub. I wish they'd make a "max" version with 40 cells and 2-3" wider handlebars so that there was room to add an accessory or two... lights, bell, etc. I love everything else about the this scooter but the range is an issue compared to its competitors from Niu, Segway, VMAX and others.
I’m between this and the cruiser S. Mostly city and beach town riding would like aesthetics but also buy once cry once. Good ride experience is important as well as some good acceleration firepower. Would be putting in my car frequently
I was thinking of getting this for my son but i feel like the Ausom Gallop would be a better choice based on performance and bigger battery. But the down side i see with that scooter is the squeaky brakes i keep hearing about and the tube tires vs self healing tubless tires. Well, i got time to search for an upgrade. This Apollo go is still on my list to possibly buy.
UK laws are way too harsh and backwards towards electric scooters so neither one will win out! Here in America though, the Go will be far more useful and versatile in any commute as portability is a major factor!
i have both - the go is the better all rounder re ride feel and versatility/portability- room for tweaks but overall it’s the best scoot under 50 pounds (46) on the market - even as far as stats
Did you ever decide? I’m currently stuck choosing between the two right now. I want the City Pro more but I’ve seen so many bad posts on Reddit about it breaking from error codes to stem wobbles and cracking.
@@jlb4685 no, I'm still waiting for them cos the go still hasn't come available here in the UK and they've also ran out of city pro and neither are coming till September now so gonna miss most of the summer 🙄
After about 30 minutes of riding it barely crests 18mph. It's definitely the biggest disappointment about most scooters but this is the worst case of BMS buzzkill I've ever experienced. If only it had just 10 more cells in the battery row! So close to being award winning the range and performance nerfing really is it's Achilles heel. It's almost like the scooter is designed to hit these numbers purely for advertisement purposes.
Yes, considering the common use and availability of white / clear silicone rubber, the handlebar caps on this model are simply ridiculous. I like everything about this scooter, I just which the range was a little bit better. A 20% range improvement would make all the difference for me. I would love a "Max" version with slightly longer range, true 28mph speed and 2" wider bars. Heck, I'd by two of them! It would be the perfect travel / road trip scooter with those improvements.
Great review as always. Overall, there isn't a better scooter in this category anywhere. It's right in the sweet spot but there is one problem -- the range is indeed weak -- 20 miles at best on a full charge in gear 2. To reach 44 miles you would have to crawl along.
Yes, even adding 2-3" overall would have made a big difference in not only control and confidence, but space for a phone mount (for those who have zero interest in quadlock), and an additional light.
I'll tell you what they were thinking: portability. This isnt an enthusiast scooter it's a "get to work and back" scooter. That being said it'll fit in your car better while simultaneously being easier to carry/store at your destinations. I'm a big guy 6'5 270lbs so I can't be sold on it either way.
Should be dual breaking levers! At a higher speed, 1 cable just snaps & now you're in a very dangerous situation!!! The dual regen might not be enough for a critical EMERGENCY STOP.😮😢. Think it over very carefully!
this shit is a waste OF MONEY over priec garbo in canada wher its made we dont even go for these THESE ADS ARE PAID they send him a free scooter WAKE UP KIDS
Nonsense, the Go is quite inline with other modern designs with regards to cost. The KQi3 300 is $1050, the VMAX VX2 is $1000 and both of those are single motor units. A Segway Ninebot Max is $900 and falls way behind in performance to everything else mentioned. The Splach Twin which is an archaic design is $1100 with pneumatic tires and is a dinosaur at this point. The Go can be had for $1150 with discount code. This issue isn't the price, it's the small 540Wh battery and they could have made it a 720Wh battery for another $50 worth of cells.
You're probably doing the best scooter reviews on youtube in my opinion. One of the things that sets you apart is how well you cover competitive options and also when you hold the manufacturers accountable when the scooter doesn't lives of the claimed specifications. Please keep up the great work. I'm excited for your channel to get to 10K, 15K, subs and beyond.
Check out the Electric Scooter Guide. They are the biggest channel to test out Electric Scooters.
@@SamuelLelyukh I watch them all the time and enjoy their reviews. Great people as far as I can tell and generally good with the specifications and numbers. The difference is that they're incentivized by manufacturers with early and or exclusive access new scooter models. This sometimes has them glossing over real issues that a person like Tom would definitely highlight. A recent example is ESG's review of the RX7 and not making mention of the ongoing issues with the Lumilor lighting. They upload in 4k so the issue was clearly visible on their example but ESG kept a zipped lip about it. Apparently Roadrunner is quietly replacing panels for 1st production run scooters at a rate that has seen them run out of stock for many early buyers. This could have been an opportunity for ESG to transparently address, then highlight how the issue was being addressed by Roadrunner, however that opportunity was forfeited. Mitchell at ESG also runs RK9 Rides and seems a bit more objective overall. All that to say, that's why I gave specific praise to Tom's Gadget Garage because he's purchasing a large percentage of these scooters with his own money and shooting straight with his viewers.
P.S. I like your longer video format as well. You really beat ESG (Ride Guide) reviews, all the way around. You're just more thorough.
Agreed!!
ESG is more like just a sales video & promotions site???!!!😂😅.
The ESG(ride guide) is mostly an advertising for sales & freebies for them!!!😮.
A rate them a 7/10 max!.Flaky?!😊
I can go up ANY grade fast with my dual motor but Iam only 130 lbs haha! I put 30 miles a day on my Apollo Go 2024 dual motor EVERY single day. I dropped it on its handle because of bad design kickstand and severed 2 throttle wires in handle assembly. AMAZING amount of PRO tutorials on Apollo channel. Found the handle disassembly tutorial then I found 2 severed throttle wires. I soldered and Iam back on road. This is a dream to ride every single day. It is my commute life now and I look forward to being on it daily!!!
Also, in addition to my comment below I must admit this is one of the best reviews I have seen. Especially at the end when your summarized everything and gave alternate purchase options. Great job for sure!!!
Great review. So much to like about the GO but there are some things pointed out well in your review they need to consider for version 2. We have seen as bright but protected handlebar turn signals from Segway and Pure and various others, the tail lights and head lamp on this should be aiming to be as bright as that amazing stem light as again there are better ones on other scooters, And the Niu scooter mechanism for latching stem to deck is by far the best though it does only work that well by virtue of the stem only being as long as the deck. It’s amazing how far we have come from the xiaomi m365 to scooters like this though so may the innovation long continue! I hope we see that display, stem light, and kick plate turn signal design make its way to the air and city in their next iterations. I love how Apollo goes for ip66 across their line up too. Will you be reviewing the Segway Gmax 2?
Personally I would like the tyres ABIT thicker like on the city pro as I've had both 2" and 3" before now and find it much more stable and grippy aspecially in the rain
I happy with the go. I wish it did 28 mph not 25. No load it goes 25 maybe 26 for a flash.
mine hits 27mph on flats
Great review--thank you!
My previous scooter experience was on rentals, the Lime in particular, but I bought the 2024 Apollo Go.
Go is faster & quicker than the 2024 Lime, but the Lime is smoother, more comfortable, and more stable.
The Go wheels are tiny for portability, but it’s a bumpy ride and not very comfortable. The wheels take literally five strokes from the Joe Blow bike pump.
The Go won’t fit in my WRX sedan trunk, unless I leave the trunk open. It’s very tight.
The Go fits in the back seat of my car but it takes the full length of the seat. I’m not sure if the City or Klima would fit on the back seat.
The Go fits easily in our Impreza hatchback, and it could easily hold two
The deck of the Go is a bit cramped and I find myself shifting my feet around frequently on a one hour ride.
The Go climbs small hills well, and large hills slowly. I live in the mountains.
Battery drains quickly for 195 pound rider at mostly full speed, but it lasts a long time at more comfortable speeds.
Dot Matrix display needs trip odometer and clock. Definitely room for improvement on the display. I don’t like it.
Quad phone mount is useful but I don’t like fiddling with my phone.
Excellent production quality & shipping
Unit arrived from Best Buy in two days, perfect shape
Very good help desk response over text & email
Good printed documentation for setup
Decent smart phone app for settings, but could be simplified.
Good assembly video on UA-cam.
Easy & exciting setup.
I never want to be a scooter mechanic and Paul @Electric Scooter Review scored the Go 9.2 out of 10 for maintenance. This was a big factor in my purchase.
I like the scooter but wish for longer range and a smoother ride, without sacrificing portability. I want it all!
Now I’m thinking I might go with electric bikes if I had the choice again.
Despite all its niceties, the main issue with this scooter is the lack of overall versatility due to limited range. With reviewers seeing 14 - 19 miles max, with at least one reviewer cruising at 20mph until it would no longer sustain, which is fairly unimpressive. Apollo used 30 x 21700 cells in 10 series, 3 parallel. Had they simply gone with 40 cells in 10 Series 4 Parallel, it would have transformed this scooter into one of the most versatile units in scooter history while not giving up any of it's other fantastic attributes. Adding 10 cells would add less than 2lbs to this unit, even factoring in a slightly deeper battery tub. I wish they'd make a "max" version with 40 cells and 2-3" wider handlebars so that there was room to add an accessory or two... lights, bell, etc. I love everything else about the this scooter but the range is an issue compared to its competitors from Niu, Segway, VMAX and others.
Couldn’t agree more. Apollo gives all these great materials and styling and ends up useless because of the range
Range sucks!
They made the City Pro for that
They made the City Pro for that
They should added swappable batteries would been much better!
Good to see u again brother and very cool small scoot easy to take anywhere
10:54 Anyone know what gloves he uses?
What would be, btr, Apollo go or the Pure air 3 pro? Bare in mind the air 3 is just over £300 now a hell of a saving.
I’m between this and the cruiser S. Mostly city and beach town riding would like aesthetics but also buy once cry once. Good ride experience is important as well as some good acceleration firepower. Would be putting in my car frequently
Hey man what are the gloves ya got on because Im trying to find a good pair!
what helmer are you using? what helmet can you recommend? i love with style
Super thorough! Thank you!
I was thinking of getting this for my son but i feel like the Ausom Gallop would be a better choice based on performance and bigger battery. But the down side i see with that scooter is the squeaky brakes i keep hearing about and the tube tires vs self healing tubless tires. Well, i got time to search for an upgrade. This Apollo go is still on my list to possibly buy.
Don’t get qualm gallop it has tubed tires
Awesome review as always, still can't decide between the go and city pro as they both have there pros and cons but sure I will figure it out 😂
Can't seem to get the go here in UK till mid may at the earliest tho 😢
UK laws are way too harsh and backwards towards electric scooters so neither one will win out!
Here in America though, the Go will be far more useful and versatile in any commute as portability is a major factor!
i have both - the go is the better all rounder re ride feel
and versatility/portability- room for tweaks but overall it’s the best scoot under 50 pounds (46) on the market - even as far as stats
Did you ever decide? I’m currently stuck choosing between the two right now. I want the City Pro more but I’ve seen so many bad posts on Reddit about it breaking from error codes to stem wobbles and cracking.
@@jlb4685 no, I'm still waiting for them cos the go still hasn't come available here in the UK and they've also ran out of city pro and neither are coming till September now so gonna miss most of the summer 🙄
Love the black helmet. What's the brand/model?
Will it keep the 25 mph consistently throughout the whole ride or does it decrease in speed?????
The battery drains pretty quick at this speed..
After about 30 minutes of riding it barely crests 18mph. It's definitely the biggest disappointment about most scooters but this is the worst case of BMS buzzkill I've ever experienced. If only it had just 10 more cells in the battery row! So close to being award winning the range and performance nerfing really is it's Achilles heel. It's almost like the scooter is designed to hit these numbers purely for advertisement purposes.
Yes, considering the common use and availability of white / clear silicone rubber, the handlebar caps on this model are simply ridiculous. I like everything about this scooter, I just which the range was a little bit better. A 20% range improvement would make all the difference for me. I would love a "Max" version with slightly longer range, true 28mph speed and 2" wider bars. Heck, I'd by two of them! It would be the perfect travel / road trip scooter with those improvements.
The range is a problem for sure. I expected more on that front
The go 2024 is badass!!!!
But the handlebar length 😮
I don’t understand how/why they can just lie about the top speed. 3mph slower than advertised is a blatant lie.
Great review as always. Overall, there isn't a better scooter in this category anywhere. It's right in the sweet spot but there is one problem -- the range is indeed weak -- 20 miles at best on a full charge in gear 2. To reach 44 miles you would have to crawl along.
I really think this is for people (like me luckily) that need to dash around a city. I really like mine
The only gripe I have about this thing is the super narrow handlebars. If it were 24" wide, it'd be perfect imo.
Yes, even adding 2-3" overall would have made a big difference in not only control and confidence, but space for a phone mount (for those who have zero interest in quadlock), and an additional light.
Love everything about it but the tiny handlebars are a dealbreaker...What the heck were they thinking.
I'll tell you what they were thinking: portability. This isnt an enthusiast scooter it's a "get to work and back" scooter. That being said it'll fit in your car better while simultaneously being easier to carry/store at your destinations.
I'm a big guy 6'5 270lbs so I can't be sold on it either way.
Much more expensive than Ninebot Max G2 or ZT3.
But much lower mileage and sub-par suspension.
Less for more money?
Great review 10 out of 10, but I have 0 faith in Apollo scooters
Tires look like crap guys NINEBOT ALL DAY I habe mine 3 years thats right 3 years battey still going strong tires never punctured git a nickles worth
Should be dual breaking levers! At a higher speed, 1 cable just snaps & now you're in a very dangerous situation!!!
The dual regen might not be enough for a critical EMERGENCY STOP.😮😢.
Think it over very carefully!
thats crazy, u can spend the same or less and get WAY BETTER scooter
this shit is a waste OF MONEY over priec garbo in canada wher its made we dont even go for these
THESE ADS ARE PAID they send him a free scooter WAKE UP KIDS
What would u recommend in the same price range ?
Nonsense, the Go is quite inline with other modern designs with regards to cost. The KQi3 300 is $1050, the VMAX VX2 is $1000 and both of those are single motor units. A Segway Ninebot Max is $900 and falls way behind in performance to everything else mentioned. The Splach Twin which is an archaic design is $1100 with pneumatic tires and is a dinosaur at this point. The Go can be had for $1150 with discount code. This issue isn't the price, it's the small 540Wh battery and they could have made it a 720Wh battery for another $50 worth of cells.