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Gotrax GX1 vs Gotrax GX Zero
The Gotrax GX1 has the longer estimated range — 18.9 miles against 15.2 — because it carries 720 Wh to the Gotrax GX Zero’s 576. The Gotrax GX Zero is the lighter of the two at 66 lb, which puts it in the rolls only class. Everything else is below.
| Estimated range | 18.9 mi | 15.2 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed range | 35 mi (1.9x the estimate) | 32 mi (2.1x the estimate) |
| Tested range | — | 19.1 mi |
| Top speed | 30 mph | 28 mph |
| Motor | Dual motor, 1,200 W | Dual motor, 1,000 W |
| Battery | 720 Wh at 48 V | 576 Wh at 36 V |
| Wh per dollar | 0.72 Wh/$ | 0.74 Wh/$ |
| Wh per pound | 9 Wh/lb | 9 Wh/lb |
| Weight | 76 lb — rolls only | 66 lb — rolls only |
| Max rider weight | 300 lb | 264 lb |
| Tires | 10" pneumatic | 10" tubeless |
| Suspension | Dual | Dual |
| Brakes | Dual mechanical disc | Dual mechanical disc |
| IP rating | — | IP54 |
| Charge time | 8 h | 5 h |
| Folded size | Folds | Folds |
| Lights | Headlight, taillight | Headlight, taillight |
| App | No | No |
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. price | ~$999 | ~$779 |
| Released | 2023 | 2024 |
Gotrax GX1: the case against
- 76 lb, heavier than performance scooters with twice the battery
- 720 Wh is thin for two motors — the 35-mile claim needs gentle riding
- No app and no published water rating
- Eight-hour charge
Gotrax GX Zero: the case against
- Tested range of 19.1 miles against a 25 to 32 mile claim
- Slower acceleration than the GX1 and GX2
- 66 lb is heavy to carry
- Non-adjustable suspension
- No app