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For us, the Segway GT3 D is a scooter with a very pleasant ride feel and a power delivery that raises questions. We like it very much on the road when the boost is active. However, in the forest and during our later hill test, it becomes clear: high peak power does not automatically mean that the scooter performs as powerfully in every situation as we expect.
This review combines our three videos from March 30, April 1, and May 8, 2025. It focuses on the rear-wheel-drive GT3 D. The smaller Ninebot MAX G3 and the GT3 Pro are different models; their data and results are not applied here to the GT3 D.
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Segway GT3 D: our conclusion at a glance
- Ride comfort: very stable ride feel, comfortable suspension, and large 11-inch tires.
- Performance on the road: significantly more powerful with boost than without; approximately 22 km/h in the first GPS comparison.
- Forest and inclines: variable boost availability and sometimes less speed than expected.
- Operation: the necessary kick-start before the motor engages bothers us, especially on hills.
- Everyday use: weighing around 40 kg, an easily accessible storage and charging space is important.
- Range: these three videos do not contain a complete test from full to empty.
Road test: plenty of stability and noticeably more power with boost
In the first video, we ride the GT3 D together with a Trittbrett Fritz 2.0. We particularly like how calm and stable the Segway feels. The suspension impresses us more while riding than it does just by compressing it while standing still. The forward-offset fork changes the steering feel and takes a bit of getting used to.
The settings differ significantly during acceleration. Without boost, the GT3 D feels too hesitant to us. Once switched on, it accelerates much more powerfully and impresses us in terms of direct riding feel. You can see this from 5:50 in the road test.
We switch scooters between riders. Nevertheless, the starts are not a standardized acceleration measurement: rider weight, luggage, and the initial roll-off differ. We do not use this to create a ranking down to the second, nor do we make a blanket statement that the GT3 D is superior to every other scooter.
How fast does our GT3 D go?
In the GPS comparison, we mention approximately 22 km/h. The segment begins at 8:10. Before that, we set the corresponding speed in the app. The result describes this comparison on the route ridden; it does not mean that the scooter maintains the same speed under every load and on every incline.
Boost display and everyday settings
The boost remains available on the relatively level route. The displayed bar drops during strong acceleration and then refills. We like this better than a mode that has to be re-activated after every short start.
The slower riding modes are less suited to our preferences. In the test, we experience the Eco mode at about 15 km/h and the Sport mode at about 20 km/h. For our riding style, we therefore predominantly use Race and Boost. We did not check again how this tuning turns out today after any potential updates with these three recordings.
Watch the Segway GT3 D: road test and first experiences directly on YouTube
Operation, brakes, and weight
The kick-start before the motor engages is one of our most frequent criticisms. Anyone who hits the throttle too early has to perform the start cleanly all over again. This is already annoying on a flat surface, but it becomes much more difficult on a steep hill with the heavy vehicle.
The tested unit has mechanical disc brakes. In the first test drive, we find their effect to be usable; we do not conduct a braking distance measurement in meters. The hydraulic suspension should not be confused with hydraulically operated brakes.
The weight is also a factor in the purchase decision. The GT3 D is particularly interesting to us if it can be parked and charged on the ground floor. Anyone who has to carry it up stairs regularly should test the dimensions practically before buying. We do not remove the battery from this model for separate charging.
A positive aspect in the off-road video is the stable standing on the side stand. The high dead weight and the distinct tilt help in our comparison with an attached bag. Of course, this does not result in tip-over safety on every surface.
Off-road test: comfortable, but the boost doesn't always last
The forest ride supplements the first road impression. On the smaller unpaved incline, the GT3 D reaches about 10–11 km/h without boost according to the video. It accelerates more powerfully with boost, but in one attempt, the extra push ended after a short time. The section begins at 4:58 in the off-road test.
When changing riders, the boost lasts longer in another attempt. This shows that the behavior changes under different loads. We did not measure a general connection with a specific weight limit. Battery status and previous attempts also distinguish the situations.
On the subsequent forest paths, comfort remains a strength. We like how much the suspension and the tires absorb from the uneven ground. At the same time, we often only see about 20–21 km/h, even though boost is indicated. Furthermore, a short power stutter is triggered when hitting a strong bump.
The extreme forest incline sets limits
On the steep and sandy incline we found later, the scooters reach their limits. The Fritz makes it further in our attempts; the GT3 D loses propulsion and begins to roll backward in one scene. You can see the decisive attempts from 24:00.
Both vehicles are running on road tires. Traction, line, and approach speed play a major role here. The grade of the incline is not measured. Our spontaneous enthusiasm for the unusual hill is therefore not a technical percentage specification or a representative test of every everyday route.
At times, the boost cannot be switched back on. We feel warmth on the vehicle and suspect a connection, but we do not record a reliable controller temperature. The cause of the lockout remains open in this test.
Watch the Segway GT3 D: off-road test and extreme forest incline directly on YouTube
Double-tree test: good reserve on the steep section, less speed beforehand
In the later video from May 8, we start with approximately 99 percent battery on the asphalted double-tree incline. On a large part of the ascent, the rider only reports about 19–21 km/h, even though boost is active and the scooter was set to 22 km/h. This is our main point of criticism in this test.
On the steep final section, the GT3 D maintains about 16–18 km/h in the first run. During the repetition with a rider change, about 15–17 km/h is mentioned. So it climbs well, but does not meet our expectations regarding speed on the previous, less steep sections. You can find the final sections from 3:32 and from 10:06.
A difference compared to the forest ride is also evident with the boost: in our observation, it remains on continuously in the first run. During the repetition, it ends on the steep section. The app recording discussed in the video shows about 2,300 W briefly there and subsequently a decline to about 1,800 W. These are vehicle app values, not separately measured mechanical motor power.
We criticize the tuning and suspect a cause in the control logic. However, a specific software bug or a thermal cause is not proven by this. Neither does the video prove whether later firmware versions have changed this behavior. The accompanying Teverun serves as a comparison impression; the settings mentioned in the discussion do not make it an identical benchmark.
Watch the Segway GT3 D: double-tree incline test with two runs directly on YouTube
Classifying range and technical data correctly
In the videos, we mention battery levels while on the road and estimate a possible 50–60 km. These projections are not a measured range result. The short segments, different starting levels, and repeated boost attempts are not enough to replace a ride from full to empty.
Segway lists 899 Wh of battery energy for the GT3 D, 500 W of nominal power, and 2,400 W of maximum power, rear-wheel drive, 11-inch tires, and about 39.5 kg of weight. According to the data sheet, the maximum payload is 150 kg, and the stated charging time is about 6.5 hours. These details are manufacturer data and not measurements from our three videos.
The manufacturer's range is up to 84 km at 20 km/h or 95 km at 15 km/h. The conditions described include, among other things, 75 ± 5 kg load, 25 ± 5 °C, and level paved road. This differs significantly from our forest and mountain attempts. Source: Segway: GT3 D, technical data and range conditions.
Segway GT3 D: our partner link
The link comes from the description of our later incline test and leads to the GT3 D. You can see the current price, delivery time, and the selected version directly on Amazon. The three video descriptions do not mention a specific GT3 D discount code.
Our overall conclusion: plenty of comfort with clear limitations
We particularly like the GT3 D for its ride stability, suspension, and build quality. It is fun on the road with active boost and feels significantly more powerful than without. At the same time, the forest ride and the double-tree test show why our evaluation is more critical: the available power and the speed actually maintained do not match our expectations in every situation.
Anyone looking for a large, comfortable scooter who has a suitable storage space will find convincing features here. Anyone expecting maximum hill performance or particularly direct acceleration should test these points specifically with the current vehicle. Our results refer to the tested configuration in the spring of 2025.
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Design skins for this model family
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