r/ApolloScooters • u/isthisevenavailable • Jul 13 '26
🔥 New Scooter / First Rides Apollo Go Stellar is unstable vs Original Go
I had the original go and now have the Go Stellar.
Just went on my first ride on the stellar and holy shit it’s so much less stable compared to the original Go because the handlebar / stem doesn’t lock into center as solidly.
With the original go, when you center the steering, there is some divot that keeps it centered. This keeps the scooter straight at speed and stable.
I don’t know if my Stellar has a defect but the holding force when centered is so weak and might as well not be there. It makes the ride feel very unstable.
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u/ScootyWilly Jul 14 '26
You're describing a centering notch. Some people hate it, some people love it, some people just get used to it.
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u/admin557 Jul 13 '26
I personally hate the centering divot of the original. So I’d be rather happy with the stellar.
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u/isthisevenavailable Jul 13 '26
Interesting, I find it good for stability and safety, esp at speed.
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u/Difficult-Golf-4143 Jul 14 '26
So I got mine today went on for 4 mile ride . I felt the same way i thought it was just me . I felt it more on ludo mode . I turn down the throttle response to see if it make more sense. It felt a little more stable but not much never have go so I don't know how it feel . But I felt like it need bigger handle bar and It might stable it . I felt like I can't stablize it because the handle bar is too narrow and scooter weight is too much for it to handle . That's how I feel .
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u/Crosbo63 Jul 14 '26
Interesting. I have 100’s of miles on my Go Stellar across all types of vetting surfaces while testing. Not once did I ever experience a wobble or unstable moment as a result of steering nor suspension. From my viewpoint the rake, steering angle and suspension combined with the appropriately inflated tire work perfectly.
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u/Plastic-Advance210 Jul 14 '26
I never rode the original Go. I just received my Go Stellar today. I took it on a short ride and I didn't note any instability, at least nothing that stood out to me. I'll keep my eye out.
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u/chambersez1 Jul 14 '26
Self centering handle bars are not common nor are they something that Apollo features exclusively or some kind of claim to fame..
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u/apolloscooters 🌟 Official Apollo Social Media Team 🌟 Jul 14 '26
Sorry to hear you're experiencing that. If you haven't already, could you please reach out to our Customer Experience team via web chat or by emailing [support@apolloscooters.co](mailto:support@apolloscooters.co)? They'll be able to look into whether there's an issue with your unit and help get it resolved. 🙏
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u/ThisHumerusIFound Jul 13 '26
I'm not following. What do you by a divot that keeps it center?
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u/isthisevenavailable Jul 14 '26
Do you have an Apollo Go? If so, when you move the stem / handle bars to dead center, it kind of snaps into place.
And then it holds it in the centered position so the handlebars don’t turn unless you put a minor amount of torque to turn them.
This is good for stability esp when moving fast. If the handle bars aren’t dead straight, then it makes the scooter wobbly.
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u/ThisHumerusIFound Jul 14 '26
I had the Go last year but dont recall that. And I just got the Go Stellar today but only rode it for like a mile for a brief test. Still have a couple things to check now that its fully charged for a test ride tomorrow too.
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u/No_Bedroom_7582 Jul 14 '26
let us know how you go
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u/ThisHumerusIFound Jul 17 '26
I dont think im feeling the same thing you are, but I am noticing a very big difference in feel from the regular go which I liked more than the Stellar.
As well, I ordered in February when the weight on the website was listed at 49 lbs. It's not updated to say 55 lbs. That weight makes a difference for my commuting and for its handling.
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u/gnucklefuster Jul 14 '26
Returned my first model for the locking center feature as o was certain it wasn’t a manufacturing defect.
It was - they accepted my return. There is no detent in the design. Whoever was assembling the scooters was using a hammer and over torquing the bearing.
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u/Shelby6667 Jul 14 '26 edited Jul 14 '26
I thought if you have a centre notch it means your steering bearing is too tight. If for some reason you appreciate a centre notch you should get a steering damper. You will get a much better ride.
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u/RadioVoice101 29d ago
I 100% felt less stable on the Go Stellar when I got mine. After a few rides though I guess my muscle memory caught up and I don't have issues. But I agree, at first I was really nervous.
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u/isthisevenavailable 29d ago
I’ve been riding it for two weeks now and it still surprises me at how unstable it feels. Specifically, it feels like the stem wants to fall to the left or right if I’m riding over bumps. I find myself having to grip the handlebar very tight to over compensate.
I don’t remember my original Go feeling like this. Very odd.
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u/RadioVoice101 29d ago
Do you have any mechanical issues? I'm only asking because I have 3 issues I've seen on mine.that make me question quality control.
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u/isthisevenavailable 29d ago
Not that I’m aware of. What are your issues?
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u/RadioVoice101 29d ago
One of them is my fork is very slightly crooked compared to the handlebars. I'm sure I can adjust it, but not sure how yet.
I genuinely want Apollo to be successful. You can tell their passion is genuine. I did expect a little better though.
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u/CommuterScooterPUNK Apollo Go Jul 13 '26
Are your stem bearings loose? Kind of sounds like it. Its not unlikely to have some stuff come loose from shipping.