Ausom e-scooter reviews: L2 Max and DT2 Pro

I took both of these superpowered scooters out onto trails, tackled some seriously steep hills and put their impressive specs to the test. On paper, the Ausom L2 Max and DT2 Pro have everything you could want from an all-terrain electric scooter: dual motors, huge peak power, chunky tyres and dual suspension.

But numbers on a spec sheet don't always tell the whole story.

So I put the Ausom L2 Max and DT2 Pro head to head to see how they actually performed out on the trails, and I was not disappointed. Both scooters delivered plenty of power, impressive stability and the kind of off-road capability that makes you want to find increasingly difficult terrain to ride.

The question is: how much better is the more powerful DT2 Pro, and is it worth spending more when the L2 Max is already such a capable scooter?

Overall rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

L2 Max Price: $1,049.00

DT2 Pro Price: $1,349.00 

Good for:

• All-terrain adventures
• Hill climbing
• Heavier riders
• Speed enthusiasts 

Pros:

• Excellent power delivery
• Comfortable riding setup
• Dual motors
• Dual suspension
• Great for off-road riding
• Strong hydraulic brakes

Cons:

• Very heavy
• Long charge time (without second charger)
• Throttle can become tiring

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Spec:

Build quality:

The build quality of these scooters is almost unparalleled. Strong and sturdy with a high-strength frame, and made comfortable with a wide deck and dual suspension, straight out of the box these scooters feel worth the price tag. 

They both also come with two charging ports. While out of the box there is only one charger if you wanted to reduce the charging time of this scooter (12hours) then you could buy an additional charger to take the change time down to about 6hours. 

I will say that the scooter is very tall, not only is the platform fairly raised but the handlebars also come up higher than on other scooters I have ridden. I am a 5”7 female so, admittedly I am not the tallest rider around, but I think that this setup would make for a very comfortable riding position for taller riders or provide better handling and confidence if taking this scooter off-road. 

The folding mechanism on this scooter is very stable and secure and once the stem is in place there is no sorry for it feeling unstable. It is not a clip but a screw system so this does mean that it takes a little more time to secure into place but for the stability and reassurance it provides I don’t mind taking the extra minute or so to unfold it. The clip to keep it together once it is folded can sometimes become unclipped on its own so it’s always best to just make sure that it is in the right place before you go to lift it but it is one of those things that once you get the hang of it it becomes second nature. 

These scooters also have very comprehensive lighting systems with strong headlights, deck lighting, and rear indicators. I will say that the lighting on the DT2 Pro is a little more impressive because it also has ambient lighting on the front stem and the indicators are a little more visible than on the L2 Max. 

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Performance and handling:

Both scooters have three speed modes and your speed and power output are controlled by a trigger-style throttle. This was not my favourite throttle mechanism that I have ever come across. I found that it was quite tiresome on my finger after a day of riding and could be a little hard to control, but it wasn't enough of an issue to put me off recommending this scooter.

They are also both very heavy which makes handling when you are not riding a little tricky. Because of this, the folding mechanism is definitely more of an easy storage solution rather than making this a fold-and-carry scooter that I would want to carry for more than a few yards or up more than one flight of stairs.

On the move, though, that extra weight is much less of an issue. It contributes to the planted feeling of the scooter and helps it feel stable when you're travelling over uneven ground. The high deck also puts you in a commanding riding position. I felt noticeably higher up than I do on a smaller commuter scooter, which gave me a better view of the trail ahead and made it easier to spot twists, turns and changes in the terrain before I reached them.

L2 Max

With 2,688W of peak power from its dual-motor setup, the L2 Max certainly isn't short on performance. Acceleration is quick but impressively smooth, rather than giving you the feeling that the motors are simply throwing all that power at you at once.

That makes a difference when you're riding off-road. On loose or uneven surfaces, I found the L2 Max felt predictable and controllable, while still having plenty of power when I needed to climb or accelerate.

The kick-to-start mechanism is another nice touch. You need to be moving before the motor engages, which helps prevent accidentally applying all that power while stationary.

Where the L2 Max really impressed me was on the trails. The combination of dual motors, chunky 10-inch tyres and substantial weight makes it feel much more capable than a typical commuter scooter once you leave smooth roads behind. It has enough power to tackle steep climbs confidently, while the suspension and wide deck make it feel composed when the terrain gets rough.

I did find that the L2 Max needed its Sport mode for the steepest hill I tested, but even then it climbed confidently without feeling like it was fighting its way to the top. For most riders looking for a powerful all-terrain scooter, I think the L2 Max has more than enough performance.

And that is where the DT2 Pro starts to justify its higher price…

DT2 Pro

The DT2 Pro steps things up with dual 1,100W motors and 2,912W of peak power. In normal riding, the difference isn't necessarily night and day, both scooters deliver power smoothly and both feel very stable, but the extra performance becomes much more obvious when the terrain gets seriously steep.

On my hill test, the DT2 Pro managed to climb the same hill that required the L2 Max's Sport mode in Eco mode. It didn't noticeably drop speed or give me the feeling that the motors were struggling with the incline.

That was probably the clearest real-world demonstration of the difference between these two scooters. The L2 Max is already extremely capable, but the DT2 Pro has another level of reserve power that you can really appreciate when you're tackling steep hills or more challenging terrain.

For that reason, I'd recommend the DT2 Pro to riders who regularly want to tackle particularly steep hills, rougher trails or more extreme off-road terrain. If you're mainly looking for a powerful, comfortable all-terrain scooter, though, the L2 Max is still an incredibly capable option.

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Comfort:

The height of the handlebars makes these scooters comfortable as I wasn't stooping or hunching my shoulders to handle the steering at all. The deck is also very spacious and roomy with more than enough room for both of your feet and to find a comfortable riding position. Because of the wide deck and the tall front stem I would definitely recommend this scooter to taller riders. 

They are also equipped with dual suspension. The suspension is super bouncy when you jump on the deck and is more than capable of soaking up big and small bumps and dips in the road. This scooter excels on trails and bumpy off-road tracks and is definitely the scooter I would recommend to more extreme e-scooter riders. You can ride over surfaces that would make a smaller, lighter scooter feel nervous, while the wide tyres and suspension help keep the ride comfortable.

Brakes:

The Ausom scooters use dual hydraulic disc brakes with E-ABS, giving it the stopping power you'd expect from a scooter with this much performance.

The hydraulic setup provides a strong and reassuring braking feel, which is particularly important when you're riding a heavy scooter at higher speeds or tackling steep sections of trail. The E-ABS system provides an additional layer of braking assistance, although as with any powerful e-scooter, I would always recommend getting used to the braking response before pushing the scooter to its limits.

The combination of hydraulic brakes, large tyres and the substantial weight makes both scooters feel controlled and planted when slowing down.

Where I noticed a difference: 

The DT2 Pro is of course the more powerful and the more expensive option so I guess a big question might be: is the DT2 Pro worth the extra money?

My answer is absolutely YES.

While the L2 does have excellent performance and comfort the DT2 Pro just excels that little bit further. The suspension feels squishier, the deck is a little bigger, and the hill that the L2 went up in Sport mode the DT2 Pro could handle in ECO. The DT2 can also hit a faster top speed, it comes with an AirTag so it can be easily tracked, the indicators are more visible from behind, and it has ambient lighting in the front stem. 

I would recommend spending the extra money if you are a bigger rider who might need more power, or if you want to tackle some particularly hilly terrain. Otherwise, if your budget doesn’t quite stretch that far then I definitely do not think that you would be disappointed with the L2 Max. 

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