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Gotrax GXL V2 vs Gotrax G3 Plus
The Gotrax G3 Plus has the longer estimated range — 8.6 miles against 7.5 — because it carries 216 Wh to the Gotrax GXL V2’s 187. The Gotrax GXL V2 is the lighter of the two at 27 lb, which puts it in the carry up stairs class. Everything else is below.
| Estimated range | 7.5 mi | 8.6 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed range | 12.5 mi (1.7x the estimate) | 18 mi (2.1x the estimate) |
| Tested range | — | 9.8 mi |
| Top speed | 15.5 mph | 18 mph |
| Motor | Single motor, 250 W | Single motor, 300 W (430 W peak) |
| Battery | 187 Wh at 36 V | 216 Wh at 36 V |
| Wh per dollar | 0.63 Wh/$ | 0.68 Wh/$ |
| Wh per pound | 7 Wh/lb | 6 Wh/lb |
| Weight | 27 lb — carry up stairs | 34.5 lb — carry up stairs |
| Max rider weight | 220 lb | 220 lb |
| Tires | 8.5" pneumatic | 10" pneumatic |
| Suspension | None | None |
| Brakes | Rear mechanical disc with regen | Rear mechanical disc with front electric brake |
| Charge time | 4 h | 4.5 h |
| Folded size | Folds | Folds |
| Lights | Headlight | Headlight, taillight |
| App | No | No |
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. price | ~$299 | ~$319 |
| Released | 2021 | 2022 |
Gotrax GXL V2: the case against
- 187 Wh gives roughly eight miles of real riding
- No suspension and no meaningful water rating
- 220 lb rider limit
- 15.5 mph is too slow to hold a bike lane comfortably
Gotrax G3 Plus: the case against
- Tested range of 9.8 miles against an 18-mile claim
- The rear disc is the only mechanical brake; the front is electric only
- Some wobble in the stem, folded and upright
- 220 lb rider limit
- Tubed tires and no suspension