Total Weight:
39.5 lbs (17.91 kg)
Frame Types:
Folding
Frame Material:
Aluminum Alloy
Frame Colors:
Black Frame with Green or Blue Composite Deck, Optional Natural Wood Deck
Geometry Measurements:
Folded: 40.5” Length, 15.5” Height, 7.5” Width, Unfolded: 45.5” Long, 36" to 45" High, 21.5” Wide, 6" Deck Height, 4.5" Ground Clearance
Frame Fork Details:
Rigid Aluminum
Stem:
Telescoping Adjustable Height with Quick Release Collar
Handlebar:
21.5" Flat, Folding
Brake Details:
Mechanical Disc in Rear with 140 mm Rotor, Lever on Left with Motor Inhibitor, Brake Light Activator, Rubber Edge and Integrated Bell
Grips:
Rubber, Ergonomic
Rims:
Cast Alloy
Tire Brand:
Chao Yang, 10" x 2"
Wheel Sizes:
10 in (25.4cm)Tire Details:
Air Filled, 36 PSI
Tube Details:
Schrader Valve
Accessories:
Front and Rear Fenders, Integrated LED Tail Light, Single Side Kickstand on Left at Rear, Tube Replacements $15, Tire Replacements $25
Other:
2 Amp 1.4 lb Charger, Must Hit ~2 mph for Motor to Activate, USB Charging Port on Back of Display, 52 lb Gross Shipping Weight with Carton
ADRIA
7 years agoFirst thank you for your excellent work with the rewiews. I want to ask you witch is the best electric scooter in your opinion. I know it’s so relative and it depens for the usefull but in general? And do you how can I buy Imax s1 in Europe? Thank you so much man!
Court Rye
7 years agoHi Adria! I really enjoyed the S1+ but also the Momas, the larger wheels make them more comfortable for longer rides. The Momas is more affordable but you get a larger battery and a bit more power with the S1+. I believe I-MAX sells internationally? Check their website here and contact them for more information on the best dealer or international online orders :)
Hyper777
7 years agoHello, good review. Additionaly I will inform all readers of your webside that there is a similar product under a different brand (name). As far as I could see the I-Max S1(+) and the Egret Ten are exact the same products. Altought the Patgear offers a different deck color and is a bit more expensive. At ADRIA the egret Ten is available in Europe here.
Court Rye
7 years agoCool, thanks for the heads up! You’re correct, it does look very similar :)
FUTUREBOY
7 years agoHi there! Love your reviews and thanks for the review of the S1+, I am debating this versus the Momas right now.
One point that you mention in this review and in the video about the extra tubes. Where do you get these tubes online? You mentioned they are $15 but I can’t find any on Magnum’s web site. I am really close to ordering the S1+ but I definitely would like to have some extra tubes ready to go. Thanks!
Court Rye
7 years agoHowdy, sorry for the late reply here… I’m not sure how to get them direct but Sam carries them at his shop… maybe reach out and ask him, he also sells both scooters and might throw a tube in for free if you get them there. You can reach him at (714) 992-5591
Ivar
7 years agoThe I-Max s1 does seem to be a rebranded for the US version of the Egret Ten as Hyper777 mentions. More usefully they also offer extensive accessories and spare parts.
Court Rye
7 years agoAwesome, thanks for the link Ivar! The way I understand it, most ebikes and other light electric transport products are built in Asia but sometimes custom designed in the US, Germany or elsewhere. Eventually, the product ends up in multiple markets (much to the chagrin of the people who tried to create something unique). It’s not always the case that design originates elsewhere but when it does, the multi-brand multi-market situation can be frustrating. I wonder what the case is here with the I-MAX S1?
Jay Park
7 years agoHello! Great Review! I just have a one question. Is this S1+ the most advanced and best one out there? or is there any better one? in terms of battery size, speed, weight, distance. Thank you!
Court Rye
7 years agoIt’s one of the nicer, more powerful scooters I have seen so far but there are lots of others that I just haven’t reviewed, some from smaller companies that just aren’t available in the US yet. I’ll keep reviewing though and in the mean time you could ask around in the forums here.
Dashingscooterman
7 years agoI’ve had the I-Max S1 for about two weeks now, and absolutely love it. I think it’s the best scooter on the market at any price range. I bought it as a replacement for my Ecoreco M5 (the vertical bar housing the handlebar snapped off!). Some specific highlights:
Thanks for the great work on the reviews — I wouldn’t have discovered this amazing product otherwise!
Court Rye
7 years agoGreat feedback! Thanks for adding your thoughts and experiences with each of these scooters. I agree that the ride quality and performance of the I-Max S1+ is quite good :)
Jimmy G
7 years agoHey! Do you know what the travel restrictions are, if any, for transporting an electric scooter on airlines? Can you check it just like a standard checked bag? Additional fees? Is it even allowed at all? Also, out of all the scooters you’ve tested and recommend, which one(s) have the longest range? Thank you!
Court Rye
7 years agoHi Jimmy! I think it really varies by airline and location but there are official guides if you go to your airline’s website and search for Lithium battery restrictions. Range seems to vary depending on rider size, terrain and of course the battery size and motor size. If you have a larger motor it could use battery quicker but might also not struggle as much which makes it efficient. I tend to narrow down by motor size then consider the battery watt hours but think more about comfort and price point. The I-MAX S1+ is a solid choice if you’re considering it… The larger tires make a big difference :)
Miguel
7 years agoThanks for such informative and detailed work provided. Just wandering can I take this scooter with me in an airplane when traveling overseas? Thanks Miguel
Court Rye
7 years agoGreat question! I haven’t tried, seems like the regulations for flying with Lithium-ion batteries are changing a lot, would be best to check with your airline first. I’d love to hear what you find!
Jon
7 years agoFYI. Just ran the scooter flat out, full speed until the battery indicator was flashing and it slowed down a bit. I didn’t wait for it to cut out, not sure if it would. The riding was mostly flat, but with some hills thrown in. I used cruise control at the maximum speed almost the whole time. I got over 22 miles of real gps measured range. I’m 137 lbs, so your mileage may vary.
Court Rye
7 years agoThis is AWESOME feedback Jon, thank you so much for doing that and sharing :D
Michael
7 years agoRode this one a few days ago at my local park. Amazing ride and build quality is A+ like the 1st reviewer. I’m still shocked how quiet it is. The park is 100 feet from my house so I see and hear a lot of scooters. I wish I didn’t watch the video … now I want one. I own 2 cheaper units for my kids and thought it would be fun to have something for all 3 of us. Only bummer is they are made in China. I actually thought it was a USA made bike like the other 2 have.
Big Red
7 years agoI’ve been riding an S1 for a few weeks now and figured I would share my initial thoughts: First off, the build quality is surprisingly high for a product made in China. Everything from the welds on the frame to the folding mechanism and braking system are all very robust and feel very nice. I am a stickler when it comes to low quality devices and I honestly can’t find many areas where corners were cut on this scooter. Battery range appears to be very good as well, I’ve done a few 15 mile rides and still had 2 bars left on the battery meter. I would guess 20 miles would be about the limit for a full discharge of the battery. Motor power is decent but not mind blowing. I’m coming from an electric skateboard background with boards making 2,000 watts of power so I knew this scooter would feel less powerful. However, the hub motor on the S1 does its job and takes me up decent hills while only losing a few miles per hour. Top speed appears to be around 20mph as indicated on the scooter which equates to about 19mph according to a GPS. By lowering the handle bars and getting into an aero tuck I was able to reach 22mph on flat ground as indicated by the scooters speedometer. The cruise control function is very handy and reduces hand strain from having to hold down the throttle for extended periods of time. Handling is also a strong suit of the scooter, the air filled tires roll over bumps and cracks with ease and the scooter feels planted in high speed corners. Finally the rear brake is very strong and will bring the scooter to a stop in a controlled and safe manner. Overall, I highly recommend the S1.
Court Rye
7 years agoAwesome! Thank you so much for this quick summary Big Red, you hit all the major points and it was cool to hear more feedback about range and the actual speed as measured by GPS vs. what the scooter display says ;)