Hiboy Max3 Reddit Verdict: Fast but Flawed

I figure their Chinese generic manufacturer switched model without telling them and they didn't notice.

I'm of the opinion that a simple rugged metal design is better than a fancy, plastics-heavy design. For that reason I would go with the S2 over the MAX3. I also greatly prefer the solid tires as I want to avoid maintenance headaches.

I commute on the GoTrax XR elite. While it does the job for me (commuting about 2miles each way) it really struggles on any sort of incline. Even a very modest incline has me kicking to help it get up to/maintain speed.

Once you pull that center bolt the wheel should just pull out. No need to remove anything else just look and see if there is a spacer on the left or right and put it back the same way mine only has one on the left. Before I take something apart I always take pics just in case.

The Max 3 doesn't have a front brake, and is therefore inherently unsafe. In fact, I'm disappointed to see this from Hiboy, who have been in this business for a while now and really should know better. Only buy it if you're OK installing an aftermarket front wheel equipped with a drum brake.

That's pretty odd. I have one its definitely RWD.

Came across this post looking for the same answer. Just finished changing the battery. There are 6 hex screws (careful 3 of mine stripped) on the board where you stand (under rubber grommets?). And 1 more under the rubber mat you stand on by the handle. Lift the board and you'll see the battery. I didn't disconnect the break line either. Rest should be self explanatory.

All screws are on top of the board. Gotta pull out the rubber stoppers but most importantly there's one screw hidden at the front of the board and it's underneath the very front of the foot gel pad. Is that the tip of the triangle and you have to peel it back to access this one screw.

Go on AliExpress since 99.5% of scooters are made in China usually for parts like that sourcing it from a site like that I usually find best. Just look around on there if you can't find what your looking for. Find a seller that sells the same scooter you have, message them, tell them you need a replacement controller. And generally if they don't have the part they can direct you to someone that has it.

Your best bet is to take the original battery out, measure it, and buy another one that fits in the deck. You don't need one for that specific model - any 36V battery will do as long as it has at least the same capacity.

I have the max 3. Great scooter. 40lbs... A bit heavy but it's a solid build. Inflatable 10" and wide tires give it a great ride. I go consistently at 19mph. Up decent hills I'm going 15 and a little slower toward the top. Gravel and grass, easy peasy! For me it was a definite buy. And I'm not disappointed.

I just got my hiboy max3 today. Same problem... my phone says there's no Bluetooth devices on nearby.

Yeah I still haven't been able to fix it, no solutions online and no response from the company... Oh well guess the next scooter I buy will have it and this one will suffice as it is.

Same problem here. No solutions either i'm afraid. Hoping that we get a flash some day as well.

Just got one and i have the same issue.

Same here, just got my Max 3. Useful Power button functionality: 2 clicks lights on or off. 3 clicks cruise control on/off.

Hiboy has some decent customer service, I would send them an email they should get back to you within a few days. They probably have a guide or video for it.

Test battery voltage with multi meter make sure its within the right range if it is then maybe needs a new controller.

I did see that it had those pictures, I was just confused because most YouTube reviews even had a rwd setup.

Front wheel drive!? That sounds dangerous.