I’ve ridden a lot of electric scooters over the years. Most blur together – two wheels, a deck, a motor, and a series of compromises. But every now and then, one stands out. And after a couple of weeks riding the Bo M2 electric scooter, I can confidently say: this one’s different.
The Bo M2 is not your average e-scooter. It’s a purpose-built, premium commuter with some seriously refined features – and a price tag to match. At $2,490, it’s firmly in high-end territory. But for riders who want a serious transportation tool, not a toy, there’s a lot to like here.
Bo M2 scooter review
To see what I mean, check out my ride review video below. Then keep reading for even more details on this innovative electric scooter!
What makes the Bo M2 stand out?
Let’s start with the construction. The M2 is built around a single-piece aluminum unibody frame, which the company calls the Monocurve chassis, and it’s beautiful. No welds, no hinges, no rattling folding mechanisms. Just one sweeping curve of aluminum that feels solid as a rock and helps explain the scooter’s clean, futuristic aesthetic.
This thing looks more like a design concept from a European mobility expo than something you’d expect to lock up outside a coffee shop. But it’s not just for looks (even if it does look beautiful). The rigid frame gives the whole scooter a planted, roadworthy feel. It doesn’t flex, wobble, or creak, even when you’re riding aggressively or hitting uneven pavement.
Even the most rigid of folding scooters will always have a bit of play in the folding area, but the Bo M2 just feels like a solid frame throughout – more like a motorcycle frame than a standing scooter frame.
And speaking of stability, let’s talk about the real magic trick here: the steering system.
The best handling I’ve ever felt on a scooter
The Bo M2 uses a proprietary feature the company calls Safesteer, which is essentially a built-in steering damper. Think of it as power steering for a scooter – but in reverse. Instead of making the steering looser or twitchier, it actually adds some light resistance and dampens those small, unwanted wobbles you often get when riding one-handed or over rough terrain. The result is that the bars don’t wiggle and they also naturally have a slight return pull towards the neutral position.
The effect is genuinely impressive. You can feel it from the first few feet of riding. At slow speeds, the front end feels calm and composed, not fidgety or loose. At high speeds, it tracks in a straight line with an almost eerie smoothness. I can even ride the scooter no-handed like a bicycle or motorcycle, though it just feels wrong to do so because I’ve spent my entire life knowing that you can’t ride a scooter no-handed… at least until now.
It’s one of those features you don’t realize you need until you experience it – and now I wish every scooter had it.
For newer riders or anyone who’s ever felt nervous about steering on a scooter, Safesteer is a game changer. And for experienced riders, it just makes the whole ride feel more premium.
Performance and range
The Bo M2 uses a 400W-rated motor with an actual peak output of 1,270W, and it delivers a top speed of 22 mph (35 km/h). That’s fast enough for most urban commuting in the bike lane and likely more than enough to keep pace with bike traffic.
It’s not going to pace a Class 3 e-bike in the US, but it’s still pretty fast for riding along on 10×2.5″ tires.
Acceleration is strong but not jerky, especially in Sport mode, which gives you full power. There’s also an Eco mode if you want to conserve battery or ride more gently. I mostly stuck with Sport mode, since it’s fun without feeling twitchy.
Range is rated at up to 26.2 miles (42 km), or one marathon, and while that’s best-case scenario, I could get over 20 miles (32 km) per charge riding at mixed speeds in the city. I’d call that sufficient for most daily commuters, and the 672 Wh battery charges in about 4.5 hours with the included fast charger.
Braking and control
Bo takes a slightly different approach to braking than most scooters. Up front, you get a sealed mechanical drum brake. Out back, there’s a regenerative electronic brakes with e-ABS that activates when you pull the left lever. The regenerative braking can pull as much as 1,000W of power, helping to (briefly) recharge the battery during each stop.
Braking is smooth and progressive, and the regen system is particularly satisfying. It slows the scooter down quickly and recaptures a bit of energy while doing it. Plus, there’s less maintenance to worry about with sealed drums and electronic brakes.
And of course, having the Safesteer system means you can brake hard without worrying about wobble or oversteer. Everything feels composed, like it was designed by automotive engineers… since it was.
Ride quality, comfort, and details
The ride comfort on the Bo M2 is among the best I’ve experienced on a scooter without full suspension. Part of that is due to the Airdeck system, which is a layer of EVA foam that adds vibration damping to the standing deck. Combined with the 10-inch tubeless pneumatic tires and ergonomic silicone grips, it smooths out a surprising amount of road chatter.
It’s not a plush, bouncy ride as you’d get with spring suspension, but it feels deliberate and connected to the road, like riding a high-quality urban bicycle. This will absolutely not make up for big pot holes, but it will feel better on normal rough roads then a typical rigid scooter. You’re giving up the advantages of long travel suspension for the benefit of rigidity, and the Airdeck system helps make swallowing that compromise a bit easier.
There are also a lot of thoughtful features that make the M2 feel like a real vehicle. The 800-lumen headlight is excellent, and the 270° daytime running light ring makes the scooter more visible from all angles. The rear light includes a brake alert, and everything is IP66-rated, so riding in the rain is no problem. Or at least it’s not a problem for the scooter. I’d still recommend you not ride in the rain unless you have to since its harder to be seen by cars and you do have to worry about loosing traction on slick surfaces like wet leaves, smooth pavement, etc.
The scooter comes with a MOUS Intralock phone mount (which I didn’t use because I’m married to the Peak Design phone lock system, but they do include an adapter if you want to stick it to the back of your own phone case). There’s also lockable anchor points for a U-lock and a built-in motor immobilizer that you can activate via the Bo smartphone app, giving you a bit more peace of mind in terms of theft prevention.
Is it worth the price?
At $2,490, the Bo M2 is definitely not cheap. You can get solid e-scooters for less than half that price. And so I will immediately tell you that this is not the scooter for everyone, or even most people. This is not a bang-for-your-buck scooter. This is something fancy for those who want to pay more for fancier features like steering dampers and a design that speaks to things no other scooter ever has.
This is a commuter-grade vehicle for someone who wants to ditch the car or bus and ride something premium, daily. And it genuinely delivers on that promise.
If you’re looking to spend less, Bo also offers the Bo M1, which shares much of the same design DNA but has lower power and a slightly reduced spec sheet. It starts at $1,990, saving around $500 compared to this higher spec version. But after riding the M2, I’d say the upgrade is worth it if you want the best experience.
And if you’re considering a Bo scooter at all, let’s just say that money probably isn’t your first concern. A scooter that was brought to you by former engineers at outfits like Jaguar and Land Rover was never going to be designed to compete on price, but rather on premium features and design.
Final thoughts
The Bo M2 is one of the most refined electric scooters I’ve ever tested. It’s beautifully built, thoughtfully engineered, and loaded with features that actually make a difference in day-to-day riding.
The steering damper alone puts it in a league of its own for ride stability, and the unibody aluminum frame gives it a level of build quality that most folding scooters can’t touch.
No, it’s not for everyone. If you just need a cheap ride for a few blocks, this is 100% overkill. But if you’re serious about getting something premium, you definitely want the standing ride of an e-scooter, and you want a daily commuter that feels more like a transportation appliance than a toy, the Bo M2 is worth every penny.
And with a scooter that rides this smoothly, you might actually look forward to your commute.
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