Hover-1 Journey Max Electric Scooter Review
Two Ways the Journey Max Beats Everything
What has two powerful motors, costs less than $600, and climbed the steepest hill in San Francisco in our tests…twice?
You probably wouldn’t have guessed the Hover-1 Journey Max electric scooter, a budget e-scooter that’s full of surprises, even if the brand name and design seem familiar.
Read and watch our full review to find out more.
Paul Somerville
Rider Guide’s Editor-in-Chief is a seasoned expert in the electric scooter industry. With a wide-ranging background that includes managing scooter warehouses, selling thousands of motorcycles, and restoring high value (+1M) European sports cars, his expertise is unmatched. Having personally tested more than 100 electric scooters, he offers invaluable insights and recommendations to our readers. We are fortunate to have him as part of our team, as his diverse skill set and extensive experience ensure top-notch reviews.
Is This the Best Hill Climber You Can Buy For Under $600?
The Journey Max is made for budget electric scooter buyers, but it towers above most budget scooters for reasons we’ll detail below.
In brief, the 700W Journey Max has two motors instead of one, and a large spacious deck, which makes it perfect for heavier or taller riders and riders who live in hilly areas like San Francisco.