Apollo Light Electric Scooter Review

The Apollo Light was part of Apollo’s 2020 lineup, aiming to balance portability with performance. It was based on the Titan Unicool T8 OEM design (also branded as Zero 8 – now outdated). Apollo added their customizations, including Dynavolt battery cells. My original review was based on testing the scooter for over 300 miles when it was released.

Motor & Battery

• Motor: 350W rear motor (500W peak output)
• Battery: 48V 10.2Ah (489.6Wh) Dynavolt lithium-ion battery pack.

• Motor: 350W rear motor (500W peak output)
• Battery: 48V 10.2Ah (489.6Wh) Dynavolt lithium-ion battery pack.

Performance Test Data

Here’s the performance data I recorded during my tests:

Tested Top Speed

I recorded a top speed of 23.6 MPH (38 km/h) on a full charge, which was higher than the advertised 20 MPH. Performance remained strong until the battery level dropped significantly.

Tested Acceleration

I clocked 0-15 MPH (25 km/h) in 5.0 seconds.

Tested Incline Ability

The scooter handled a steady incline of 13.8 degrees at full throttle in top gear during testing.

Tested Range

I consistently achieved around 20 miles of range during my typical commute tests (riding mostly in gear 2, approx. 18 MPH average speed), which was close to the advertised 22 miles in eco mode.

Key Features Overview

• Suspension: Front single spring & Rear dual-spring suspension.
• Tires: 8.5-inch Front pneumatic tire and a solid rear tire (mixed setup for lower maintenance).
• Brakes: Single rear drum brake + Regenerative braking (brake feel could be slightly choppy on minor adjustments – a known quirk).
• Weight: Approx. 37 lbs (17 kg) – relatively lightweight for its specs back then.
• Folding: Folding stem and foldable handlebars for compactness.
• Build: Forged aluminum critical parts; IP54 rating. (Rear mudguard felt somewhat weak – another known quirk).
• Max Load: 220 lbs (100 kg).

Conclusion

The Apollo Light offered a good mix of portability, power, and range when it was launched.

However, this model is long discontinued. While the performance data might be interesting, I strongly advise against purchasing this specific Apollo Light model secondhand in 2025. Key reasons include:

• Battery Degradation: Original batteries on Apollo Light today are likely to have significantly reduced capacity and lifespan by now.
• Parts Scarcity: Finding replacement parts, especially for the unique suspension or solid rear wheel, is reportedly very difficult.
• Known Quirks: Issues like the slightly choppy brake feel and weaker rear mudguard were present even when new.
• Lack of Support: There is no manufacturer support or warranty available.

The electric scooter market today offers many superior alternatives. Apollo’s current lineup, designed entirely in-house (like the Apollo Air, Go, City, Phantom), represents significant advancements in technology, ride quality, and features compared to this old OEM-based model.