Everyone loves going faster on their electric scooter, and unfortunately, the Pure Air 5 Ultra Suspension is electronically limited to around 15.5 mph (25 km/h) to comply with UK and EU regulations.
As an owner of this premium suspended model, you might be wondering how to unlock more speed from its 1201W peak motor and advanced suspension setup.
To save you time and frustration, ignore any advice about cutting cables or simple wire hacks. The Pure Air 5 Ultra Suspension (like other Pure models) has no physical speed-limiting wire. Pure uses a sophisticated built-in software limiter locked into the controller’s firmware. You cannot flash custom firmware or access hidden P-settings on these scooters.
The Only Realistic Pure Air 5 Ultra Speed Hack
Upgrade The Electronic Components (Controller Replacement)
The most effective way to increase speed on the Pure Air 5 Ultra Suspension is to replace the original controller with a higher-powered aftermarket one. This bypasses Pure’s proprietary software limits entirely.
Several specialist companies now offer DIY controller upgrade kits specifically designed for the Pure Air series (including Air 5 models). These kits typically include:
- A more powerful aftermarket controller (often 13–20A)
- A compatible display
- Wiring adapters
What to expect after the upgrade:
- Top speed can increase to 22–28+ mph (depending on rider weight, terrain, and kit used)
- Improved acceleration
- Better hill-climbing performance
However, this is not a simple plug-and-play mod. It involves opening the deck, removing the original controller, and carefully installing the new system while ensuring proper connections for the throttle, brakes, and display.
Your Options As The Owner?
Keep It Stock
We generally recommend keeping your Pure Air 5 Ultra Suspension as it is for several important reasons:
- Legal Compliance: In the UK and most of Europe, e-scooters are legally limited to 15.5 mph (25 km/h). Exceeding this makes the scooter illegal on public roads and paths. You risk fines, points on your license, or having the scooter impounded.
- Warranty Void: Any modification will immediately void your Pure Electric warranty.
- Safety Risks: Higher speeds put extra stress on the brakes, tires, suspension, and battery. The Air 5 Ultra is beautifully engineered for comfort and reliability at its designed speed, and pushing it harder increases the chance of component failure or accidents.
- Fire & Reliability: Modifying lithium-ion systems always carries a small but real risk of electrical issues.
Buy a Controller Upgrade Kit
If you’re comfortable with DIY electronics, search for “Pure Air controller upgrade kit” from reputable scooter repair specialists. Several UK-based modifiers have developed solutions for the Air series.
Warning: This modification is advanced. Incorrect installation can damage your scooter, cause power cuts, or create safety issues.
Sell Your Pure Air 5 Ultra Suspension And Buy A Faster Scooter
Swapping major components can get expensive quickly. Many owners find it more practical to sell their Pure and upgrade to a scooter that’s faster out of the box.
If you ride mainly on private land or want unrestricted performance, consider high-performance models or dual-motor off-road scooters that offer significantly higher speeds without heavy modifications.
Serious retailers such as YUME ship scooters when they are speed-limited using a provided remote control. You can restrict or derestrict the top speed with a touch of a button. Below is a video of how you can remove the speed limiter from a YUME scooter. Should you want to check them out, here are exclusive discount codes for all their rides.