Head-to-head
Segway Xaber 300 vs Apollo (RFN) RFN Ares Rally Pro
Apollo (RFN) RFN Ares Rally Pro leads on current VoltRipper Score, but rider fit, legality, budget, and support still decide the smarter buy.
| Bike | Score | Price | Peak power | Battery | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segway Xaber 300 Trail - Intermediate | 84 | $5,299 | 21 kW | 3.2 kWh | buyers who want an established-brand alternative to Sur-Ron and Talaria with dealer support, riders who value premium suspension and brakes out of the box |
| Apollo (RFN) RFN Ares Rally Pro Trail - Intermediate | 85 | $4,799 | 12.5 kW | 2.6 kWh | power-hungry riders, a higher-peak-kW Sur-Ron alternative |
What works
- Established brand with a real US dealer network, app ecosystem, and smart-vehicle features rare in this class
- Excellent power-to-weight: 21 kW peak, 600 N.m, about 187 lb, and roughly 60 mph from a 72V/44Ah pack
- Premium chassis for the price: Marzocchi inverted fork, matched 220 mm travel, 4-piston hydraulic brakes, and 19/18 knobbies
Trade-offs
- New model, so aftermarket parts and owner knowledge are nascent versus Sur-Ron and Talaria
- Off-road only as sold; the factory lighting and smart features do not make it street-legal
- The battery appears service-removable rather than trail-swappable, so quick pack swaps are not part of the value story
What works
- Marketed as a 'Sur-Ron killer' — 12.5 kW peak 'rocket mode' is big power for the money
- Large removable battery, fast charging, and a headlight for kit-based street use
- Adjustable suspension and tortoise/rabbit ride modes
Trade-offs
- Newer brand with a smaller aftermarket than Sur-Ron/Talaria
- Top-speed claims vary widely (46–55 mph) — verify the exact model
- Range claim (100 mi) is an eco figure; expect far less ridden hard