The Maximus MX2-45 lithium is a two-wheeled electric moped approved for road use: top speed 45 km/h, 3,000 W motor in the rear hub, declared range of approximately 85 km, payload 165 kg, and approved for two people. It can be ridden with an AM license, obtainable at 14 years old, and requires a license plate, registration certificate, and RCA insurance like any moped.
13-inch wheels and real suspension
Telescopic fork at the front, two shock absorbers at the rear, 13-inch wheels. On an electric moped, this combination is not a given: many feature small wheels and only one shock absorber, which is noticeable on cobblestones or potholes.
The 3,000 W motor is housed in the rear wheel hub. No chain, no belt, no transmission to tension or lubricate: this is one of the reasons why maintenance for such a vehicle is reduced to tires, brakes, and battery.
Take the battery home
The 60 V and 32.5 Ah lithium battery slides out from under the seat and weighs 14 kg. You can remove it and charge it using a normal 230 V household socket: if you don't have an outlet in your garage, or you don't have a garage, it's not an issue. You can also leave it on board and charge the vehicle directly.
However, fourteen kilograms is fourteen kilograms. If you live on the third floor without a lift, factor that in before buying.
Cost of movement
The battery is 60 V and 32.5 Ah, which is 60 × 32.5 = 1,950 Wh, or 1.95 kWh. At €0.25/kWh, a full charge costs €0.49. Considering approximately 15% charger losses, the energy actually drawn from the socket is about 2.29 kWh, i.e., a real €0.57.
Based on the declared range of 85 km, this means 2.3 kWh per 100 km, or about €0.67 per 100 km at the socket. Less than a cent per kilometer.
What is needed to put it on the road in Italy
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AM driving license, obtainable from 14 years of age. A1, A2, A, and B licenses are also valid.
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License plate and registration certificate, through the Motorizzazione Civile (Department of Motor Vehicles) or a car registration agency.
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Mandatory RCA insurance.
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Helmet mandatory for driver and passenger.
The European Certificate of Conformity (CoC) is delivered with the vehicle and is the document with which registration is initiated.
Not suitable for
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Those of short stature. The declared seat height is 820 mm. Below approximately one meter sixty-five, placing both feet on the ground when stationary becomes difficult, and on a 116 kg vehicle, that matters.
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Short garages and parking spaces. It is 2,140 mm long: over two meters, including the windshield. Measure the space before ordering.
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Motorways, expressways, and urban bypasses. Mopeds are prohibited. With a maximum speed of 45 km/h, they would not be a practical choice anyway.
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Steep climbs with two people on board. The declared maximum climbable slope is 15% (8.5°), and this is a peak value, not a cruising value.
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Those looking for ABS or combined braking. The manufacturer does not declare any. There is a disc brake at the front and a drum brake at the rear.
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Those who need to move it manually often. One hundred and sixteen kilograms move well on the center stand on flat ground, much less so on an uphill ramp.
The rear drum brake: what it entails
There is a disc brake at the front and a drum brake at the rear. On a 45 km/h vehicle, it brakes sufficiently, and the effective part of the braking still comes from the front.
The real differences are three: the drum provides less sensitivity to the lever, so it is harder to modulate; it heats up more during repeated braking on long descents; and when the brake shoes wear out, the play must be manually adjusted, whereas a disc is self-adjusting. On this vehicle, the issue is slightly more significant than on a lightweight moped, because with a full load, the total mass reaches 281 kg: if you descend from a hilly town every day, this is something to consider.
Battery: life and replacement
The manufacturer declares 700-800 complete charging cycles and 6-8 hours for a recharge. With one recharge every two days, that's more than four years. End of life does not mean the battery stops working, but that it has lost a significant part of its initial capacity, so the range decreases.
Warranty and assistance
Legal conformity warranty of 24 months. Endurrad is the seller and your sole point of contact for assistance, spare parts, and warranty: you do not need to contact Germany.
