Key Strengths
- ✓High peak power of 3000W, which provides robust acceleration compared to peers with an average power score of only around 1500W.
- ✓Safety score of 88.00 significantly exceeds the average safety score of 55.5, indicating superior braking performance and overall safety features.
- ✓Decent range of 70.0 km, which is competitive though still below the average of 80.5 km, making it suitable for longer commutes.
Main Drawbacks
- ✕Heavy weight of 47.60 kg, which is above the average peer weight of 44.80 kg, making it less portable and harder to carry.
- ✕Overall score of 49.17 is below the average overall score of 55.5, indicating that it underperforms compared to its peers in key aspects.
- ✕High price of $2300.00 is significantly above the average price of $1746.22, which raises questions about its value for performance and features provided.
Our Verdict
"The Segway GT1 gets the basics right but faces stiff competition at this price point. Worth considering if the price is right."
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Score Breakdown vs. Electric Scooter Average
How we calculate Power & Speed
Beats approximately 39% of performance scooters on this metric.
How we calculate Real-World Range
Beats approximately 30% of performance scooters on this metric.
How we calculate Ride Comfort
Beats approximately 52% of performance scooters on this metric.
How we calculate Portability
Beats approximately 43% of performance scooters on this metric.
How we calculate Safety
Scores 88/100 based on safety/tech features.
How we calculate Tech & Features
Scores 60/100 based on safety/tech features.
How we calculate Build Quality
Beats approximately 61% of performance scooters on this metric.
How we calculate Value for Money
Beats approximately 0% of performance scooters on this metric.
Final ScooterRank Rating
46/100
Full Specifications
User Manual & Quick Start Guide
PDF • 4.9 MB
Frequently Asked Questions — Segway GT1
Before riding, download and install the Segway-Ninebot app by scanning the QR code or visiting www.segway.com, then connect to your scooter via Bluetooth and follow the on-screen prompts to activate it.
Press the Power Button once to power on the scooter and press and hold the Power Button to power it off (only available when the scooter is unlocked).
Rotate the Right Control Switch clockwise or counterclockwise to cycle through PARK, ECO, SPORT, and RACE modes. If the scooter enters PARK mode automatically, press the Power Button to return to the previous speed mode.
When the scooter is at a complete stop, press the Right Control Switch to enter WALK mode; press the switch again to return to the previous speed mode.
In ECO, SPORT, or RACE mode at speeds above 3.1 mph, press the Left Control Switch to turn on cruise mode; press it again, twist the throttle, squeeze a brake lever, or switch speed modes to turn cruise off.
In RACE mode, press the Right Control Switch to activate BOOST, then press it again or switch speed modes to turn BOOST off.
Rotate the damper Adjustment Knob clockwise to increase rebound resistance (S) for a slower rebound, or counterclockwise to decrease resistance (F) for a faster rebound.
Use the Segway-Ninebot app to lock or unlock the scooter. When locked, the screen goes dark after 3 seconds and an alarm sounds if the scooter is moved; press the Power Button to wake the screen and reconnect via Bluetooth to unlock.
The error code symbol indicates the scooter has detected an error and will display a code on the dashboard; refer to page 8 of the manual for possible causes and solutions.
Press the left or right side of the Turn Signal Button to blink the corresponding signal three times, or press and hold to keep the turn signal blinking until you release the button.
