KuKirin G2 Master vs KuKirin M4 Max
Scores and specs side by side: who wins on each, the reasons to choose either one, and our verdict.
KuKirin G2 Master wins
Overall score 54 vs 49. It also wins 6 of the specs to 4.
Reasons to choose the KuKirin G2 Master
- Better range and battery (45 vs 15)
- Better performance (62 vs 42)
- More powerful motor (2,400 W vs 1,000 W)
- Bigger battery (1,082 Wh vs 18 Wh)
- Faster top speed (60 km/h vs 45 km/h)
Reasons to choose the KuKirin M4 Max
- Better safety kit (82 vs 54)
- Easier to carry (75 vs 57)
- Better brakes (Front and rear disc with electronic brake vs disc brake)
- Lighter (24 kg vs 33 kg)
- Has turn signals
Verdict
The KuKirin G2 Master comes out ahead overall, scoring 54 against 49. Choose the KuKirin G2 Master if you want better range and battery and better performance. Choose the KuKirin M4 Max if you want better safety kit and easier to carry.
| Spec | KuKirin G2 Master | KuKirin M4 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Score | ||
| Overall score | 54 | 49 |
| Performance | 62 | 42 |
| Range & battery | 45 | 15 |
| Comfort | 69 | 69 |
| Portability | 57 | 75 |
| Safety | 54 | 82 |
| Smart features | 25 | 31 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 60 km/h | 45 km/h |
| Peak power | 2,400 W | 1,000 W |
| Hill climbing | 28° | 20° |
| Max load | 120 kg | 120 kg |
| Drive | Single motor | Single motor |
| Battery & range | ||
| Claimed range | 70 km | 64 km |
| Battery capacity | 1,082 Wh | 18 Wh |
| Battery voltage | 52 V | 48 V |
| Charge time | 10.5 h | 9.5 h |
| Build & comfort | ||
| Weight | 33 kg | 24 kg |
| Wheel size | 10″ | 10″ |
| Suspension | front and rear hydraulic shock absorption | Front and rear spring suspension |
| Tires | Tubeless pneumatic | Tubeless pneumatic |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | disc brake | Front and rear disc with electronic brake |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP54 |
| Turn signals | No | Yes |
| Smart features | ||
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Riding modes | Yes | Yes |
Ticks mark the better value; values within 3% (or 3 score points) count as a draw. A dash means the spec isn't published.