Welcome the new Phantom V2 model by the Canadian company Apollo! Building on the huge success of the original Phantom model, this scooter has been significantly improved based on the feedback from riders around the world, making it one of the best scooters in its class on the market. The V2 model comes in multiple variants powered by two highly-efficient carbonless motors and, depending on the variant chosen, it offers a total peak power of 3200 W or 4400 W. With a top speed of 61-70 km/h (depending on the variant) and a range of up to 65 km, the Apollo Phantom V2 takes you wherever you need to go!
Body, design and equipment
The Phantom V2 does not feature any particular element that would stand out from the competition. However, everything is neatly tuned for maximum functionality. The cockpit is where the Phantom V2 takes innovation to the next level. The handlebars are very wide (measuring 69 cm) and terminated by rubberized handles that feel very pleasant and ergonomic to the touch. The handlebars are dominated by a beautiful and well-organized display, which is located in the middle and may be ushering the beginning of the end of the era of standard displays used on other scooters (such as QSS4 or EY3). One of the most interesting features of the hexagonal display is the indicator of estimated range calculated based on the remaining battery voltage. All electronic components on the handlebars, including the hexagonal display, are of a plug-and-play type, which makes them easy to replace. On the left handlebar there is a rear brake lever, a console with buttons controlling the lights (headlight and turn indicators) and a button for activating dual-motor (sport) mode. Unfortunately, the scooter is not fitted with a horn, so it is necessary to get one. On the right handlebar there is a front brake lever, a thumb throttle lever and a console with three buttons allowing turning on the scooter, changing riding modes and cycling between display functions. The Phantom V2 has a built-in headlight providing 1000 lumen brightness and rear turn indicators. Everything is well arranged on the display. The Phantom V2's lighting system is almost perfect. The front headlight is positioned high, it has distinctive front deck lights and bright orange rear turn indicators. Everything is clearly visible both during the day and at night. The single downside being that the turn signals are only fitted at the back, which means oncoming drivers will not see whether or not you are turning on the road.
The scooter is fitted with 10-inch Touvt tires that are 3 inches wide. With these tires, the traction is very good at any angle. The recommended maximum tire pressure is 50 psi (approx. 3.5 BAR). However, if you can give up on a few miles of range per charge, we recommend inflating your tires to 45 psi for more comfortable ride and better traction. The tires on the Phantom V2 model are pneumatic (tubed) on split rims for easy tire change. In response to the feedback from riders, the Phantom V2 is equipped with higher quality tubes that better resist puncture. The Phantom V2 has a high-quality rubberized deck that is easy to maintain clean. It measures 52.1 cm in length and 17.8 cm in width. It has a 14.6 cm ground clearance. It is long enough to accommodate both legs and also provides you with a well-sized and angled footrest for more standing room. When looking at the overall build quality of this scooter, there is no better test than real-world conditions. That was why Apollo monitored the feedback from riders who bought the 1st generation model and used it to develop the Phantom V2 model. Everything that users complained about was redesigned and shortcomings were eliminated. One of the most needed changes was the folding mechanism, which was improved in all aspects. The Phantom V2 uses a stem-folding mechanism with a safety pin. This system is rock solid with zero wobbling. To put the steering rod to an upright position, you flip the stem, push the lever up, turn the sleeve to lock the lever in place and insert the safety pin into the steering rod. The handlebar then remains very firm and well secured.
Safety and ride quality
