VMAX VX2 Pro Review

Cockpit

One of the most visible barometers of a scooter’s pedigree is its cockpit. Here, the VX2 Pro barely puts a foot wrong.

Measuring 23 inches across, the handlebars are the ideal width for ensuring control and stability are maintained at any speed. The handgrips, in particular, are a favorite of mine. They offer plenty of grip thanks to their stippled design at the top and cross-hatched finish along the underside.

Elsewhere, on the right you’ll find a smooth thumb throttle and buttons for your power and lights. On the left, there’s a rocker switch for your turn signals. These are a real highlight: their placement at the end of each grip makes them visible from all angles, and unlike those found on Apollo’s newest models, they’re impervious to damage – even if you drop the scooter.

My only gripe is with the display. Though it does all that can be expected of it, it fades in direct sunlight.

Frame

I’m a huge fan of the VX2 Pro’s frame. Its geometry and dimensions are perfectly calibrated for its power credentials. It felt extremely stable while remaining nimble at all times – this is in part thanks to its 9-degree rake angle, which is just right by my reckoning.

Coming complete with an IPX6 water resistance rating and a deck-to-handlebar height of 39.6 inches, the frame is fit and raring for all riders and occasions. To be precise, it can withstand high-pressure water jets making it suitable for riding in the rain, while it can also accommodate riders up to 6’2” (according to my measurements).

A word must also go to its immaculate cable management, which helps to maintain the GT’s clean-cut Swiss-inspired design.

Deck

Based on my measurements, the usable space on the deck stretches 17.3 by 5.8 inches. These dimensions allow you to rest your feet in an L-shape – with ample room in between for added comfort.

Plus, with 4.3 inches of ground clearance, it’s safeguarded against damage from debris. You need to be careful when dismounting curbs, though.

Tires

The 10-inch tubeless tires are nothing short of excellent. Their grippy tread and rounded front-on profile ensured that I was always comfortable and in control, especially when cornering at speed.

I’ve seen some reviewers say that the tires were so good that they nearly forgot about the lack of suspension. Unfortunately, I can’t support these statements – especially when compared to the VMAX VX4 since the difference in shock absorption when riding over potholes is night and day.

Nevertheless, the tires reminded me of the car-grade show-stoppers sported by the more expensive EMOVE Cruiser S. This tells you all you need to know about the value they offer.

Portability

Weighing 45 lbs, the VX2 Pro GT isn’t a featherweight, but it’s light enough to carry in short bursts.

The centerpiece here, however, is a folding mechanism that’s effortless to use. Collapsing the stem takes mere seconds. To do so, you simply pull back on the lever to unlock it, lower the stem, and snap the spring-loaded latch on the back of the handlebars onto the hook that protrudes from the fender. Once connected, it’s easy to carry – a quality further strengthened by its easy-to-hold stem.

Load

The VX2 Pro’s maximum load-bearing capacity of 287 lbs is good news for heavier riders.

As a 197 lb rider, it delivered impressive results across all of my performance tests. So, based on this, I believe it’ll be suitable for anyone weighing up to 250 lbs.

Lights

The headlight is just about bright enough for riding at night, while the build, design, and placement of the turn signals are outstanding.

Not only are they at the end of each handgrip, but on the back of the deck, too. The ones at the rear look like snail eyes.

As previously mentioned, the handlebar-integrated turn signals are far more durable than those that I reviewed on Apollo’s scooters – including the Air, Go, City, and Pro.

Here, VMAX uses rubber endcaps that wrap around the plastic of the turn signals to protect them from cracking and smashing. With Apollo’s models, I knocked a couple of them over, and the turn signals immediately became damaged.

Last but by no means least, a fender-embedded taillight is sufficiently bright at night, though it doesn’t flash when you brake – instead, it glows a brighter red.

Mobile App

The mobile app is a nice addition and super easy to use. Via the basic settings, you can:

• Lock/unlock the scooter
• Turn the lights on/off
• Switch between riding modes (eco or sport)
• Change the units of measurement (imperial or metric)
• Select kick-to-start or zero-start mode

Then, in the advanced settings, you can:

• Adjust the strength of your acceleration and regenerative braking

You can also monitor a variety of stats and specs in real-time – including your battery percent and voltage, speed, electrical current, motor power, controller temperature, distance traveled, and total mileage.

Build Quality

I tried to find something that I didn’t like about the VX2 Pro’s build, but I couldn’t.

From the immaculate cable management and the elongated fenders that prevent splashback to the near-silent motor and low-maintenance drum brake, everything about this scooter has been built with practicality and longevity in mind.

Add to this the fact that the battery is SGS UL2272 certified – meaning it’s passed several tests for fire safety and electrical hazards – and it’s clear to see how the Swiss execution of building reliable, well-made products has influenced the VX2 Pro’s design.

There is, however, a caveat. The SPLACH Mukuta and Twin sit at the top of the rankings, but this is no surprise given that they sport dual 48V 600W motors, equating to 700W more nominal power.

Among its single-motor counterparts (all other models), it performs highly, narrowly missing out on the top spot to the SPLACH Turbo Plus and Mosquito by just 1.5 mph.

Acceleration

• Tester: Josh Frisby | Weight: 197 lbs | Height: 6'1″
• Equipment: Dragy GPS Performance Box (DG70)
• Results: See the test data

After completing 6 two-way directional runs (12 tests in total per acceleration interval), I can reveal that the VX2 Pro GT’s acceleration rate, as verified by my high-precision Dragy GPS Performance Box, is as follows:

• 0-15 mph: 3.8 s
• 0-20 mph: 6.9 s

For a single-motor scooter, this is fast.

Acceleration vs Price

As to be expected, both of the dual-motor SPLACH scooters outpace the VX2 Pro for acceleration.

Narrow the focus to single-motor models, though, and it becomes a top performer. A rate of 0-15 mph in 3.8 seconds sees it take joint-first place with its sibling – the ST – and the Varla Falcon. Beyond 15 mph, it leaves everyone else in the dust.