ES32 Mobility Scooter

I have now been using the scooter for 6 months and it's worked very well for my need, where I can't really walk long distances. I'm writing the review after I took it with me on a plane for a vacation where I used it everyday to tour around the area and explore things I would have never done before I had it. The battery is sufficient and the gear has three levels, which I used the first (very slow) and the second (good speed and sufficient power for uphill), the third gear is very fast and doesn't feel safe using it. I have used it plenty of times indoor around warehouses or restaurants and it's footprint wasn't a problem. The reverse gear option is useful I have used it to go in and out of elevators. Things I didn't like: I am 6 ft and the distance between my knee to the steering is very short and when turning it does a bit touch my knee. The paddles to put the legs on are very short, could be more sturdy. I already had one flat tire on the front wheel, which I needed to fix. When the scooter is at close position it easily opens unintentionally. Overall this is a good scooter that allows me to travel and reach distances I never thought I would again reach.

Received a used scooter instead of a new scooter. Scooter stopped working the very first day I used it. I had to take an uber back home. Seller offered to send a replacement part to fix the issue. I agreed because the scooter is too heavy for me to pack up and return. The replacement part sent to me was old, used and It not meant for this model scooter, but for an older version of the scooter (see pic). And to add to that, the replacement part sent to me didn't fix the issue. The seller who is also the manufacturer and covers the warranty (the scooter comes with a 1 year warranty) admitted that the incorrect replacement part was sent to me. I was supposed to receive the scooter "controller", which essentially is an electrical wiring box. The issue with the scooter is that the battery is fully charged, it powers on, but doesn't move. Too many errors with this order. Amazon went ahead and issued me a full refund. Plus the warranty contact stopped responding to my inquiries. Would only recommend you getting this if it's free. I can see how this can become a money guzzler. It was fun to ride for the 2 hours it worked. I'm 4'10 and tiny and this is the perfect size for me. This is the size of a kid's bike. If you're on the taller side or a little fluffy, I can see how this could be a very unstable ride.

Folding it is easy, keeping it folded is another story. I took a section of velcro and made it to wrap around it to hold it in place. otherwise it's a challenge to lift into your vehicle. I thought about putting a latch on it, but the battery is in the body and drilling into it would be a bad idea. I think I took a sling or some other medical strap or support and used it to place on the body and then wrap it up when folded. Even a bungie cord would do the trick. So would a belt. It's not a big deal, just a minor annoyance that does not detract from how functional this e-trike is. I get a lot of questions about where to get one, etc. Have never been challenged in a store, and wonder if I'd get away with bringing my e-bike instead... maybe one day I'll work up the nerve, but I can't sit on the ebike like I can this thing. The seat isn't completely comfortable but it works, and is easy to change out with a regular bicycle seat. The handlebars have room for a rearview mirror and even a cupholder that I swiped from one of my walkers. Comes with a horn, I added a bell... I'm still looking for some cool handlebar streamers... Hey, if Josh McDowell can put streamers on his walker, I want them on my e-trike! The brakes are a bit sketchy... a small drum brake only on the front wheel... with only one brake lever. It seems slightly out of round and not the most effective. But then again my wife says I go too fast. :) I have disassembled it and there's nothing to improve. A small disc brake would be better, but more complex and expensive. There is a weight limit and with the drum brake up front I'd pay attention to the weight limit. This thing will go up a steep driveway if you slalom... the front tire will spin on some surfaces with an incline, but if you lean forward or stand up and put more weight on the front wheel it works well. Going down hill with these brakes would require caution, best to stop at the top and go down very slowly. If your legs are still good you could always slow down by putting your feet down, but it wouldn't feel good to hit the back of your ankles with those rear wheels... and you'd likely get tangled up and fall over, not good options. There is a lot of play in the front wheel support, if you brake hard it moves around a bit, hard to explain. Have tried to tighten it up, but there's no adjustment. I might look for bicycle bearings that might fit and insert them. The engineering of this is simple and functional, decent quality. But I'm a mechanic and a gear-head and always improve my vehicles. It would be nice if it were able to fold the back wheels in line with the body so it would take less space. This is way better than having a wheelchair or mobility scooter. Having reverse is actually quite handy, there is another model of these without it, a little less money, but even for $100 or more having reverse is worth it. Although I've found if I lean back, turn the wheel, and give it the juice the front wheel will slide around nicely on most tile or smooth surfaces and you can make a very tight turn. This is way better than using a walker, even if the seat isn't the best, the brakes aren't the best etc. I've taken mine in malls, Ikea, on the sidewalks, big box stores... it's great. I think the top speed is around 15 to 18 mph... I've rarely had the opportunity to operate it at those speeds for very long. 2nd gear is the best overall and fast enough for the mall. It can be a bit challenging to get in and out of your vehicle, especially if you don't have a way of strapping it closed. If you have someone to help you it'll be fine. It does require a bit of balance even though it's a trike. If you've got an impaired balance or trouble lifting things or standing, you might consider the scooters with a seat and 4 wheels. With my injury I can't walk very far or stand very long, so this is perfect for me. It's in the back of my jeep right now... And thinking about it, I'm going to see if I can't modify that rear wheel section to become a quick disconnect... we might be getting older, but... anyway, YMMV - if you're at risk of breaking something or have a balance issue see if you can find one to try first. I've ridden motorcycles and bikes for years and love this thing. But if you're in a serious hurt with health issues you might be better off on 4 wheels and a bucket seat. But, if you're not feeling your age, you'll love this thing... 2nd gear is about the best all around... you can't hit top speed in the mall in 3rd as the brakes just won't save those jaywalkers... <grin> 1st is good if you're on a trail with your spouse who likes to walk... I'm very happy to have found this and have had it for some time. Haven't had any trouble with it and happy to own it and recommend it. only 4 stars because of the folding issue and brakes, overall quality is good, but not outstanding, but a good value nonetheless. UPDATE: Came up with a way of taking the back wheel assembly off for transport. I drilled a hole through the tube and the aluminum section that is inserted and held in place with 4 bolts. I drilled all the way through by the place where the fender mounts so a pin could be inserted and hold it in place when lifted. I believe it was a 5/16" x 3" pin with a flat head on one end and drilled opening on the other for a clip or cotter pin. I drilled through with the 4 existing bolts in place, inserted the pin, then removed the 4 bolts and the assembly remains intact, pull the pin and the rear wheels come off and storage is much easier. Simply insert the piece back in the tube, insert the pin, clip it and you're ready to go. Check your model for clearance and to make sure there are no wires or anything else in the way before you drill. You might wait until the warranty is expired to do this, I'm sure it would be noticed. So, that's two mods I've made to make a great product even more convenient and easier to handle and transport.

Easy to maneuver, fairly light weight and better than some others, folds easly, it came with a front basket, Head light with horn and tool kit , very easy to assemble, also is very sturdy, really like it update after 9 months is that its been very use full and the battery lasts a long time, the folding lock on the front fender is poor, has broke off twice and should be metal and not plastic so i recommend getting a velcro strap at walmart thats not elastic which will work better, also when using 3rd speed it can go 17mph which is pretty fast and feels unstable , i use 2nd speed most of the time, so far still happy with the trike