Inmotion has unveiled its latest high-performance electric scooter, the Jet, and it’s shaping up to be a serious contender for riders who want both speed and commuter utility in one package. With a top speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) and dual 1,200W motors peaking at 2,300W, the Jet is one of the highest-performance electric scooters available in the ~$2k price range.
Power is supplied to the dual motors by a built-in 72V 25Ah lithium-ion battery, offering up to a claimed 56 miles (90 km) of range on a single charge. That 1.8 kWh battery is quite large for an e-scooter, though the bigger the battery, the longer the charge time. In this case, the company says the scooter has a typical charge time of around 9 to 10 hours. While not the fastest-charging setup out there, it seems to offer plenty of juice for full-day riding if topped off overnight.
The Jet also comes with serious stopping power, thanks to dual hydraulic disc brakes – a key feature for any fast and powerful scooter. Riding comfort is improved by an 11-inch tubeless tire setup and full suspension design. Up front, a swingarm suspension design smooths out potholes, while the rear features hydraulic shocks to keep the ride stable and responsive even at higher speeds. The rear shock can be quickly adjusted to change the ride style, allowing riders to dial in their handling for roads or trails.
A large 4.3-inch color touchscreen is mounted on the handlebars and serves as the rider’s command center, displaying speed, battery status, and ride modes. Physical buttons still exist for common inputs like ride modes, but the touchscreen allows riders to scroll through long menus of adjustable parameters and view vehicle information.
The scooter also includes built-in turn signals in the handlebar ends, brake lights, and a headlight, helping it stay visible in traffic at night. It’s all wrapped up in a foldable aluminum frame, which makes it possible to stash the Jet in a car trunk, though at 90 pounds (41 kg), it’s far from lightweight and might be a bit tricky to lift all the way into that car trunk.
According to Voromotors, the only authorized US distributor for the scooter, the Inmotion Jet carries an IPX6 water resistance rating, meaning it can handle wet rides without worry, and it’s rated for riders up to 330 pounds (150 kg).
At $2,299, the Jet isn’t aiming for the budget market, but it delivers a fast and furious package for riders who want real-world performance mixed with commuter-friendly features.
Electrek’s Take
Here we go. I know these scooters are divisive, and I absolutely get it. When I covered a 100 mph (160 km/h) electric scooter the other day, that was definitely over the top. At 50 mph (80 km/h), scooters like the InMotion Jet here are approaching the top, though I’m not prepared to say they’re “too fast.” Like many things, it’s all about the time and the place. And in this case, also the protective gear. I’ve written before about how I recommend gearing up even when riding something “tame” like an electric bicycle, and this is absolutely a much more dangerous option, meaning you should be wearing full body gear on something like this scooter. As we say in motorcycling, “Dress for the slide, not for the ride.”
There’s also the question of legality, which isn’t as cut and dry as it is for e-bikes with their widely-accepted three-class system. Electric scooter regulations vary considerably more from state to state, and even more at local city levels. So you’ll have to confirm whether a scooter like this is legal in your area.
But just judging the scooter by itself on its own merits, I’d say the Inmotion Jet brings serious performance to the table without losing sight of everyday usability. It’s powerful enough for thrill-seekers but also includes the kind of thoughtful touches like turn signals, adjustable suspension, and a bright display that make it practical for commuting. I’m more of a “why stand when you could sit” guy when it comes to my commuter vehicles, but I still enjoy a fast and fun e-scooter, too. And in a market filled with lightweight last-mile scooters or overly bulky off-road tanks, the Jet seems like it strikes a decent middle ground.
Just please be safe and courteous out there. Don’t go ripping down bike lanes on a vehicle that should absolutely be used in the road, at least when traveling at speeds over bicycle norms.
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