ROBOTICSApril 24, 20261 min read8 views

VMax New V4 Electric Scooter Review: Unleash the Beast

The VMax New VX4 is a powerful 2025 upgrade featuring a 37.3 mph top speed and a heavy-duty full-suspension chassis, making it a top choice for riders seeking durability and high performance.

Power and durability are my first two considerations when I test a vehicle like an electric scooter. Range, controls, and ease of use are also important, but as a heftier guy who’s notoriously tough on gear, I need something that can haul my bulk and put up with abuse. Thanks to a top tested speed of 37.3 miles per hour, excellent hill power, and a beefy, full-suspension chassis, the VMax New VX4 electric scooter did both in spades.

Full disclosure: I’m a motorcycle guy. My 1200cc Harley Davidson Sportster was one of my most prized possessions. So it takes a lot for me to be impressed by an electric vehicle. My hopes weren’t high when the VX4 showed up, but after a few weeks of hair-raising rides, VMAX’s new electric scooter has my attention.

And one more thing: The New VX4 from VMax was released in late 2025 and is an upgraded version of the older VX4, with a higher top speed, suspension upgrades, and a better stem-locking system. Since the old VX4 is still available, VMax is calling the 2025 version the New VX4. I didn't make a mistake; don’t ask me why VMax didn’t call it the VX4i or something.

Out of the Box

Setting up the New VX4 is fast and simple. The box includes the scooter, handlebar screws, a hex wrench, and the charging cables. Slide the handlebars into the stem and secure them with the included screws and hex wrench, and it’s ready to go. I was up and running inside of five minutes. Running at speed took a bit longer.

Source: Wired Robotics

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