Dualtron City vs Inmotion RS Jet - Big-Wheel Cruiser Takes On Budget 72V Rocket

Fast Answer for Busy Riders ⚡ (TL;DR)

The Dualtron City comes out as the more complete, confidence-inspiring machine - especially if your daily reality includes broken tarmac, tram tracks and surprise craters masquerading as roads. Its giant wheels, removable battery and ultra-planted ride make it feel like a small motorcycle that just happens to fold.

The Inmotion RS Jet fights back hard with brutal 72V acceleration, a brilliant touchscreen and very attractive pricing; it's the better choice if you're chasing maximum speed-per-euro on decent roads and love to tinker with settings.

If you want a daily "vehicle" that feels safe, stable and civilised in ugly real-world conditions, go City. If you want a cheaper ticket into the hyper-scooter club and mostly ride on reasonably good surfaces, the Jet will absolutely scratch the itch.

Stick around for the full breakdown - the differences are much bigger than the spec sheets suggest.

There's a certain type of scooter that stops being "last-mile" and starts being "I don't really need a car anymore". Both the Dualtron City and the Inmotion RS Jet live firmly in that territory: heavy, fast, overbuilt and utterly inappropriate for bike lanes at legal speeds.

On one side you've got the Dualtron City, a hulking big-wheel bruiser that looks like a cyberpunk moped and rides like a magic carpet. It's for riders who look at potholes and think, "I'd rather not die today, thanks."

On the other, the Inmotion RS Jet: a leaner, cheaper 72V hot rod that delivers vicious torque, a fantastic screen and proper high-speed thrills without quite emptying your savings account. It's for the rider who secretly times their 0-50 sprints between traffic lights.

They sit in a similar price-performance band but approach the problem from completely different angles. Let's dig into which one actually fits your life, not just your fantasy.

Who Are These For, and Why Compare Them?

Both scooters live in the "serious money, serious hardware" segment - the sort of price where friends ask why you didn't just buy a used motorbike. They're dual-motor beasts with real-world ranges capable of decent commutes and weekend exploring, and both weigh well north of what you'd want to lug up stairs for fun.

The Dualtron City targets riders who care more about stability, safety and comfort than raw top speed bragging rights. Think of it as an urban cruiser designed to survive municipal neglect: giant wheels, plush suspension, removable battery, big presence.

The Inmotion RS Jet, by contrast, is a budget-friendly gateway into the 72V hyper-scooter club. Less battery than the flagship RS, same attitude. It's for enthusiasts who want crazy acceleration, a techy cockpit and strong spec-per-euro, and who don't mind sacrificing some wheel size and comfort to get there.

Price-wise, the Jet undercuts the City quite noticeably, which is why this comparison matters: do you stretch your budget for the big-wheel monarch, or pocket the savings and live with the compromises of a more conventional platform?

Design & Build Quality

Put these two side by side and it's obvious they were built with different philosophies.

The Dualtron City is unapologetically industrial. Huge 15-inch wheels dominate the silhouette, framed by thick swingarms and that familiar Dualtron angular chassis. Up close, everything feels overbuilt: chunky clamps, solid welds, stiff frame, no cheap flexy bits. It has the vibe of a compact moto-scooter that just missed getting a number plate.

The removable rear battery module is the star design trick. It slides out like a serious power tool pack, locking in with a reassuring clunk. It looks and feels like proper hardware, not a toy.

The Inmotion RS Jet, meanwhile, goes full sci-fi. Angular panels, transformer-like geometry, black with yellow accents - it looks fast even on the stand. The frame is solid, with tidy internal cabling and a general feeling of precision. The big, bright touchscreen adds to the premium impression: it's easily one of the nicest dashboards in the scooter world.

However, there are small tells. The City's clamps and folding hardware feel like they've been through a decade of Dualtron iterations - brutally functional, slightly agricultural, but bulletproof. The Jet's fold is sturdy when locked, but the lack of a latch between stem and deck when folded makes it feel less sorted as an object you live with day to day.

In terms of pure build solidity, the City has that "tank that survived a war" aura. The Jet feels well engineered and modern, but you're always slightly aware it was built to hit a price point.

Ride Comfort & Handling

This is where the two scooters separate like different species.

The Dualtron City's 15-inch pneumatic tyres change everything. On broken city streets, where smaller scooters chatter and crash through every imperfection, the City just rolls. Cobblestones become an irritation rather than a threat; shallow potholes register as a dull thud instead of a jump-scare. Add Dualtron's rubber cartridge suspension and you get a ride that's closer to a small motorcycle than a scooter. Long runs over rough pavements leave your knees and lower back surprisingly fresh.

Handling-wise, the big wheels calm everything down. Direction changes are smooth and progressive, not twitchy. At speed, the scooter feels planted; quick lane changes feel natural, not nervous. You pay a little in low-speed agility - tight U-turns in narrow alleys need a bit more planning - but the sense of control on real roads is superb.

The RS Jet counters with adjustable hydraulic suspension and fat 11-inch tubeless tyres. It's genuinely comfortable for a "normal" performance scooter: it eats up cracks, joints and moderate potholes without drama, and the ability to dial the suspension softer or firmer is a big plus. On decent roads, the chassis feels taut, responsive and surprisingly agile - especially if you drop the ride height.

Hit really ugly infrastructure, though, and the difference shows. Where the City shrugs off big holes and tram tracks, the Jet asks you to pick a cleaner line and stay more engaged. It copes; the City just doesn't have to try as hard.

If your commute is mostly good asphalt with the occasional scar, the RS Jet feels sporty and fun. If your city council is... frugal, the Dualtron City is on another level for comfort and composure.

Performance

Both scooters are fast enough to get you into trouble very quickly. How they deliver that speed is quite different.

The Inmotion RS Jet has the headline voltage advantage. That 72V system translates to an immediate, muscular shove from a standstill. Crack the throttle and it lunges forward, pulling to urban traffic speeds in a couple of heartbeats. Mid-range punch is intoxicating: from rolling speeds it still surges like it's got something to prove. Top-end speed is higher too, so if you like seeing the speedo climb well past what helmets are usually rated for, the Jet obliges.

The Dualtron City isn't slow by any sane definition. Dual motors give you a strong, sustained surge rather than a violent kick. Because of the larger wheel diameter, the acceleration feels a bit more like a big electric moped - linear, insistent, less "catapult". It still hauls, but it does so with a kind of relaxed authority. Where the Jet shouts, the City just mutters "fine, let's go" and does it.

On steep hills, both are in the top tier. The Jet's voltage gives it a slight edge on brutally steep ramps; it clings to speed impressively. The City, though, has so much real-world torque that in practice you rarely feel it lacking - you just float up, wheels unbothered by ruts or broken edges.

Braking is strong on both: full hydraulic systems with serious bite. The City's setup, sometimes combined with Minimotors' electronic ABS, gives huge confidence, especially when you're dropping speed on sketchy surfaces where those big wheels keep more of the contact patch doing useful work. The Jet's brakes feel sharp and modern, perfectly matched to its performance, though again the smaller wheels mean you pay more attention to grip when you're really leaning on them.

If your primary thrill is violent acceleration and maximum top speed, the RS Jet wins the fun-run. If you value being able to use a lot of that speed more often, on more varied roads, the City quietly argues its case every time you don't back off for bad tarmac.

Battery & Range

On paper, the RS Jet carries a slightly bigger battery and a higher system voltage, and Inmotion's efficiency is genuinely good. In easy riding, it can cover a very healthy distance, more than enough for the majority of commutes or joyrides. Range claims are optimistic, as always, but cruising at moderate speeds will comfortably get you through a full day of urban usage without charging anxiety.

The Dualtron City packs a slightly smaller pack and runs at a lower voltage, but real-world consumption is helped by the calmer riding style its geometry encourages. Ride it like a grown-up - brisk but not constantly full-send - and you're looking at surprisingly similar real-world ranges to the Jet. Hammer it hard in dual-turbo on hills and yes, the gauge will drop faster, but that's true of anything in this class.

The big difference is what happens when you get home. The City's removable battery is a game changer. Leave the mud-splattered scooter in the garage or bike room, carry the pack upstairs, plug it in next to the coffee machine. No awkward sockets in car parks, no extension leads down stairwells. If you really need monster autonomy, you can even own a second pack and swap, though your chiropractor may send you a Christmas card.

The Jet's pack is fixed. Dual charging helps keep downtime reasonable, and Inmotion's battery management is solid, but you still have to bring the scooter to the socket, not the other way round. If you have ground-floor power or a garage, that's fine; if you don't, the City feels frankly smarter.

Portability & Practicality

Let's be honest: neither of these is "portable" in the sense commuters mean when they say, "I need to take it on the train." Both are heavy, both are bulky, and both are happiest living at ground level.

Weight-wise, they're in the same ballpark. Lift either incorrectly and you'll immediately regretting all your life choices. The difference is in how they behave when you do have to wrestle them.

The Dualtron City folds with the classic beefy Dualtron clamp. It's not elegant, but it's secure. Once folded, you've still got those huge wheels and a long wheelbase, so it's more a "fits in a big car boot" fold than "carry it into a studio flat" fold. However, the removable battery again helps: you can leave the heavy chassis somewhere secure and only move the pack.

The Inmotion RS Jet has a more modern folding design that locks solidly for riding, but Inmotion skipped a small yet critical detail: the folded stem doesn't latch to the deck. That means every attempt to lift or manoeuvre it while folded turns into a wrestling match with a swinging stem. It's comical the first time, annoying the fifth, and deeply tiresome after a few months. For storage in a car, it's workable; for regular lifting and carrying, it's a chore.

As everyday vehicles, both are practical if you have secure, ground-level parking and a straightforward route to power. The City is more practical for apartment dwellers without sockets in the bike room. The Jet is marginally shorter and uses more "normal" wheel sizes, making it a bit less awkward to stash in tighter garages or lifts.

Safety

Safety on high-power scooters is a mix of hardware and psychology: brakes, lights, tyres - and whether you trust the machine enough to relax your death grip on the bars.

The Dualtron City wins a lot of points before you even look at the components. Those big wheels massively reduce the chance of a crash from a random pothole, curb lip or tram track. You simply have more time, more gyroscopic stability and a shallower attack angle on obstacles. The result is that you ride with your eyes further ahead, focused on traffic rather than obsessively scanning for surface defects.

Lighting on the City is classic Dualtron: bright deck-level headlights, plenty of stem lighting for side visibility, functional tail and brake lights, plus indicators. Serious night riders will still want an additional high-mounted headlight, but out of the box you're visible and reasonably able to see.

The RS Jet counters with a well thought-out lighting package, clear turn signals and that lovely bright display that's readable at a glance. The IPX6 water rating is a comfort if you occasionally get caught in serious rain. Traction from the wide 11-inch tubeless tyres is strong, and the adjustable geometry lets you lower the deck, improving stability at speed.

However, smaller wheels simply have a smaller safety margin over nasty roads. The Jet feels utterly planted on good tarmac; on battered, unpredictable surfaces, the City feels like it's got your back in a way the Jet can't quite match.

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Price & Value

The RS Jet has an immediate advantage on paper: it costs noticeably less while offering a higher-voltage system, excellent suspension, a beautiful display and high peak power. If your metric is "how much speed and tech can I get per euro?", it's a very strong value proposition. You don't need to upgrade much out of the box; it comes well specified for the money.

The Dualtron City asks for a clear premium. For that, you get a slightly smaller battery, lower system voltage and more conservative top speed. If you stop the analysis there, it looks overpriced. But value isn't just watts and volts. The City's huge wheels, unique removable battery system, exceptional stability and the whole "small motorcycle" riding experience are things you simply don't get from cheaper contenders. For riders who prioritise safety, comfort and longevity over raw spec numbers, that premium is much easier to justify.

In blunt terms: the RS Jet is better value if you're chasing performance-per-euro. The Dualtron City is better value if you're replacing a car or moped and care about feeling secure and comfortable on every ride for years.

Service & Parts Availability

Dualtron has been around the block. Parts, upgrades and community knowledge for the City are widely available across Europe. Need a new brake rotor, suspension cartridge, or an upgraded clamp? There's a cottage industry of vendors ready to take your money, plus countless guides and videos from owners who have already broken and fixed whatever you're currently worried about.

Inmotion is no newcomer either, especially in the EUC world, and the RS family has a strong following. However, the RS Jet is the younger platform compared with Dualtron's long-running range. Official parts are available through dealers, but you may wait longer for some components, and the aftermarket isn't yet the bottomless rabbit hole Dualtron enjoys.

For DIYers and tinkerers, both are serviceable, but if you want the comfort of a large, established spares ecosystem and lots of independent repair shops who already know the platform, the City has the edge.

Pros & Cons Summary

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Final Verdict - Which Should You Choose?

Both of these scooters are overkill for "just popping to the shops". They're big, powerful and demand respect. But they serve different masters.

If your daily riding involves rough surfaces, sketchy repairs, tram tracks, or you simply want the most planted, confidence-inspiring ride you can get without buying an actual motorcycle, the Dualtron City is the clear choice. The way it steamrolls bad roads, the stability from those giant wheels, and the sheer feeling of security at speed are hard to un-see once you've experienced them. Add the removable battery and mature Dualtron ecosystem, and it feels like a proper urban vehicle, not just a big toy.

If, instead, your roads are reasonably decent and your heart beats faster at the thought of 72V thrust, customisable suspension, a gorgeous colour display and strong value, the Inmotion RS Jet makes a compelling case. It delivers a lot of performance and tech for the money, and as an enthusiast's "first hyper-scooter", it's a smart, exciting step up.

For my money - and my knees - the Dualtron City is the better long-term partner for real-world commuting, especially in Europe's wonderfully inconsistent cities. The RS Jet is the one you buy when you want to play; the City is the one you end up keeping when you realise this is how you actually get around.

Numbers Freaks Corner

These metrics show where each scooter shines in pure maths. Price per Wh and per km/h tell you how much performance and energy capacity you're buying for each euro. Weight-related metrics highlight how efficiently each machine uses its mass to deliver speed, range and power. Wh per km is real-world energy efficiency, while power-to-speed and weight-to-power ratios show how aggressively a scooter can translate electrical muscle into motion. Average charging speed simply reflects how quickly you can get back on the road from empty.

Author's Category Battle

Overall Winner Declaration

In the Numbers Freaks Corner, the DUALTRON City scores 1 point against the INMOTION RS JET's 9. In the Author's Category Battle, the DUALTRON City gets 27 ✅ versus 12 ✅ for INMOTION RS JET.

Totals: DUALTRON City scores 28, INMOTION RS JET scores 21.

Based on the scoring, the DUALTRON City is our overall winner. For me, the Dualtron City simply feels like the more complete, grown-up machine: it glides over the chaos of real streets, keeps you relaxed and confident, and quietly turns every ride into a small, private victory over bad infrastructure. The Inmotion RS Jet is a riot of speed and tech at a tempting price, but it never quite matches the City's sense of effortless composure. If you want every journey to feel like a little blast of adrenaline, the Jet will keep your heart rate up. If you want to step off at the other end thinking "that was easy" rather than "that was intense", the City is the one that genuinely earns its place as your daily ride.

That's our verdict when we try to stay objective – but hey, riding is mostly about emotions anyway, so pick the one that will make you look forward to your commute every single day.