This foldable electric scooter is slow on purpose

The Relync R1 isn't the fastest or flashiest electric scooter, and that's totally the point. It's meant to help people who have minor trouble getting around. It has a top speed of 8 miles per hour and a range of about 18 miles, and best of all, it folds up into a compact luggage shape. Transportation reporter Sean O'kean got a first look at the gadget at CES Unveiled 2018. Subscribe: goo.gl/G5RXGs
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[@AaphantaBaral]

1:57 USE CASE SCENARIO. in background

[@khairulilman]

1:55 Lady at the back with her scooter though

[@sexymilo83]

Khairul Ilman lol

[@felionrobinson698]

Khairul Ilman you stoopid lmao

[@mhm3437]

We need another version not for handicap but for a busy city people something foldable and easy to carry around even in trains.

[@Oldaker]

Prices on equipment meant to enable disabled people has always been heartbreaking and while this is too expensive also, i'm sure tech will deliver more and more affordable tools like this one in the near future. Great initiative from the company who built it IMO. It's nice to see other stuff than toys for rich kids at these things.

[@johnharrington7781]

Some insurances do cover

[@ivpt]

I literally got an insurance company ad before the video.

[@LavinAma]

1:56 1v1 drag race m9

[@juliamoriche]

me gustari saber la empresa y cuanto vale no logro contactar

[@ManiUk1980]

is it any bargain? is it available in uk?

[@tomtse88]

Where do you buy them?

[@ahmadhizan8821]

Is it possible to get bigger seater

[@SureFireAirGun]

That sly Joanna Stern vid bomb though...

[@alvarocatalan]

3600 dollars??? That´s too much...

[@jonitan76]

Alvaro Catalan, i believed he said it wrong. Must be 360 usd.

[@danieljames404]

He said thirty six hundred. (3600) then kept saying CHEAP

[@alexc7857]

The front motor can be purchased for like under $100, the batteries yeah they might cost a few hundred and production and shipping costs might bring the total to somewhere around $1500 max. So I think they're asking for a lot, also that things slow as walking I don't think thats a good thing; what if you gotta get somewhere fast?

[@v000000000000v]

Alex C like he said in the video this thing is aimed at mobility scooter which typically only goes 5 mph or 8 km/h, and those things are not cheap either usually 2k+ for mid range models, so no you wouldn't get this thing if you wanted to go fast but the target audience probably won't want that anyways

[@abuhsm]

Alvaro Catalan 3600 dollars.❓❓❓ 😰

[@bs838]

0:46 Joanna Stern like WTF is this guy doing

[@Gilles2811]

Ben deaaad

[@raymondlin5472]

Where to purchase also how much in £ .s.

[@ellabonita880]

Wow,where to buy tis and how much

[@wongyoonchark5050]

Your product show posted on KZbin but not show where to buy.

[@RM-lj8bv]

The most important thing we want to know is how much weight can it carry? i'm looking for one that holds at least 350 pounds/23 stone and is available in the U.K.

[@olebloch4281]

1:59 you have an enemy

[@glenna6286]

shoulhave raced tho. would have been epic.

[@foxfur8327]

I'm sure they have a lot with great scooters like this.

[@mixflip]

My dad needs this!

[@AnkushSharma-zv5hv]

thnks for covering

[@durchschnittlich]

Props for wearing a Pebble ♥️

[@vitoriamenegoli3948]

Onde comprar no Brasil?

[@TheAktveOne]

Why only a pedal and no option for hand controls for those that are paralyzed below the waist

[@itzKal]

I like it. The only thing that would have made this slightly better is if a smaller set of secondary wheels could fold out in luggage mode so that it can become a walker.

[@Chantwizzle]

itzKal you just became a millionaire

[@itzKal]

Chantal Said -- Haha, woo! Hope this check doesn't bounce.

[@zeeninayak553]

Price of this scooter

[@burhanuddina748]

Old people would rather use that $3600 on taxi

[@BrieoRobino]

I would imagine that insurance would cover a good portion of the cost.

[@burhanuddina748]

Dr. Savage yeah dat would be also a thing

[@Azishome]

+Shakir Productions, wrong. Seniors need mobility transportation around their homes, at the store, at the mall, and so forth. Seniors are always concerned about tiring out or falling. Your statement is not correct at all.

[@foxfur8327]

Not me! Can't use a taxi to go through large malls or hospitals. Still need a mini van and Bruno lifter if you have a bad back or broken bones and that's expensive too, but I couldn't do without mine. These small scooters are a godsend!

[@debblan8698]

This would be ideal, were it not for the steep price of $3,600!

[@BobRooney290]

yeah, agreed. this is not priced right.

[@foxfur8327]

Love these types of scooters. Most are way too big to shop in stores with. I'm actually looking for one with a good seat and headrest though. Does this one have lithium batteries? How fast does it go? Wish they would sell more of these types of scooters in Canada.

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

yes, it has a lithium battery, you can choose 1 battery or 2 batteries. The travel range is 30km with 2 batteries. We already sold the scooter in Canada.

[@vijaytonse1301]

Where can we buy this (1) In the USA ? (2) In India ? I am 300 lbs. What is the carrying capacity?

[@chengsbond3769]

Just wish that future version could have bigger wheels 10-12" and more powerful and longer range motor and batteries

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

front 8-inch tyre and rear 10-inch tyre. max travel range 30km with 2 batteries.

[@joannaquanttumphysics]

I need one that's for standing. Broken coccyx :(

[@user-lk1mb9tx7o]

Hello,I like your videoes and how I can cantact with you,I want to team work with you,thanks

[@satucampillo8042]

Se vende en España

[@lewisalexander7075]

$3600? Good luck with that.

[@vicentvanmole]

price indeed high as suggest u can make good use of $$.if 1500 is more reasonable w market.

[@rd3188]

1:57 Unable to fast travel, enemy is nearby.

[@BobRooney290]

why cant this be also brought to the mainstream users? i'd love to have something like this at faster speeds. its nice and compact, so i can take it in the supermarket or to work.

[@918DEATH]

3600 lol

[@abuhsm]

How can I get one to be shipped to Saudi Arabia?

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

Hi, we do not have distributors in Saudi Arabia or Middle East countries yet. We shall arrange shipment from the China, would you like to know the details. The price is much better.

[@arvizaslt]

amazing bike :)

[@romihernandez8127]

I need one of this I have survey in my back I would like more inf

[@jlue7704]

This is being shown on face book for $89.99. Something is wrong

[@alanpevie6454]

I ordered and paid for this scooter in early December. I have received it yet. I paid $127 Australian. Is it genuine?

[@richwrightrocks]

I know right🤔 been searching whether or not this is a scam. My mom wants it but just saw 3600 on all these posts. I saw it for 89 bucks too. Maybe that would be a monthly payment. Either way it's far from cheap at 3600.

[@mariadangerfield7043]

J LUE I ordered 2 in December and still have not received them! They don't answer emails or phone calls. Saw it on Facebook for $89.00

[@helenscrivener172]

No, I don't think so. I did the same thing Alan Pevie and still have not received mine from early December, also.

[@marekchmielowiec6671]

I paid this $89.99 5 month ego and still waiting, a thing this is a robery

[@jhc6608]

$3,600 is not affordable. Make it under a grand then this will be more attractive.

[@foxfur8327]

So far the Travel Scoot is about the same cost, and was the best thing I ever purchased! Just need to find another now with better back support.

[@EgoLTR]

How will this help anybody when it has no place to even store a small purse and which disabled person is capable of actually folding that thing up when they're done driving it? Seems like a poorly thought out concept to me...

[@zac203]

And it has no back support on the seat. That cuts out the majority of people in the market for a cheap mobility scooter.

[@IsaacDavis69]

Hi disabled isn’t a dirty word.

[@victor_ylap]

That’s my safe word.

[@jonoc5]

Are you actually getting annoyed that somebody isn't using a word than you want them to? Is this elaborate parody?

[@pkramer962]

A scooter for old people? Then why is the handle for picking it up almost all the way to the floor?

[@kninezbanks]

It can be rolled like a regular luggage roller with the handlebar at the top, you can also pick it up from the top.

[@foxfur8327]

Yes, that is hard for old folks but most scooters are even harder tgan this one.. I have a Bruno car lifter and the Travel Scoot doesn't even have to be folded at all if the very light seat is removed but still the hooks that have to be done or undone from the lifter require bending. That's the toughest part. Believe it or not, most handicapped seniors can't even lift a simple walker out of their car because there is no pully device invented for that, which is why people switch to scooters. Even a good walker costs about $500 Cdn and it's not nearly as versatile as these scooters! Believe me, small but fast comfortable scooters are the best things ever invented!

[@pennyspage668]

ordered in 2018 and they NEVER SENT ME THE DAMNED SCOOTER...ITS A DAMN SHAM

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

Sorry that you may be cheated by SCAM. We have distributors in the USA, Germany, the Netherlands etc. Can I help you？

[@rewer]

Very expensive, but i can see it usefulness for senior citizen

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

Hi, we delivered the mobility scooters to our distributors in the USA, Europe since April 2019 and we have better price... would you like to know more?

[@Kathysart]

I wonder if these people have any concept of what it means to not be able to even walk to the bathroom without losing your breath. I wonder if these people have any concept of what it is like to be homebound as a Vietnam Vet having served his country yet being left in a bedroom with only me to care for him. I wonder if a company like this understands what this scooter might mean to someone like him. I wonder if anyone cares. I wonder if these people have any concept that the price is prohibitive and so we are left to say wouldn't that be nice for him and yet let's just forget about him. I wonder if anyone cares.

[@MeriMorMick]

Between 20 and 30 lbs is a huge range for some of us.

[@dfrsyr7151]

How much pay for the *Relync R1?* $3600?

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

Hi, we delivered the mobility scooters to our distributors in the USA, Europe since April 2019 and we have better price... would you like to know more?

[@Chantwizzle]

As a disabled person, no thank you. First, I'm 5'10 and that seat looks hella low. Its also really small for any plus sized bums. I cant alwaus bend down, so the folding part would need to be more accessible. If your mobility aids are prescribed you can usually get assistance paying for them, in case anyone's interested. At least thats my experience in Canada. I'm sure this is good for some people with a little more development.

[@thexvault]

Tbh it’s too slow, if someone tries to rob you on it you can’t get away. DISABLED AND OLD PEOPLE WANNA GO FAST TOO

[@foxfur8327]

I agree re the speed but some countries don't allow for higher speeds, I would like one that would go at least 7 km an hour but 5 km is pretty fast in a store, plus even that can hurt someone quite badly when seniors first use them and haven't yet learned that they pretty well have to stop at the end of every aisle to avoid hurting someone.

[@christophercrawford2736]

I’d get one of those if it wasn’t slow.

[@JayR04]

$3,600? Can I finance it?

[@JetFire9]

It's not 20-30 lbs, it weighs 60lbs. Where did he get 20-30? Look at their website to confirm the specs.

[@sophie.s7394]

I like it.

[@Dragnmastralex]

old people won't be comfortable on that seat... they want back support and arm rest.

[@jonathancarless8496]

He says that it is aimed at the mobility sector but why else would you need a mobility scooter unless you couldn't walk properly.

[@danielimmortuos666]

scooter kids evolve

[@freshout1967]

I have one it weighs at least 45lbs

[@masuriasudjana9732]

Walmart uses?

[@barryschugart6941]

price is to high at 3600 you should real look at you talking about

[@arocnna]

I like this

[@exfolios]

Air travel approved? Some folding brands are.

[@pemghustlewomanlife6425]

I could really use this, but the price range is stupid

[@brendapowell407]

I ordered one of these and I didn't get it why well it's a scam. Someone is selling these but it's a fack

[@StarAnnasDream]

Brenda Powell that's cause you fell due the $99 scam...common sense hun

[@Pahpouha]

I ordered this on Sept 6th and we are now November 11th and no scooter and my money has been taken I want my money back asap. I will call the authorities on this fraud because I am not the only one this has happened to. Scammers everywhere. No honesty in the world anymore.

[@rosesims8602]

I was trying to contact these people a sforway for my mother in law, yolonda Mallory, to help her find out where the scooter is since shes never received it.

[@HeartzHD]

your mother got scammed

[@tedlarson7536]

all scams

[@eduardowolf8890]

How are old people going to fold that

[@sexymilo83]

I would rather buy the suit case scooter

[@petergriffin1900]

Wow just $3600! I will have 2, how about this for concept. its not too technical. make one that is affordable.

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

Hi, we delivered the mobility scooters to our distributors in the USA, Europe since April 2019 and we have better price... would you like to know more?

[@Camman6972]

Can’t wait to see all the 300lb people at Disneyland on these

[@samdeepak]

Sure, Tesla could make one with auto pilot.

[@carolyngregory4439]

I saw an advert for this on Facebook, clicked it, ordered it, paid fir it - money taken from my bank account on 19th September, and heard nothing since?. I want the product, as being disabked pensioner, it is ideal, but am willing fir refund if you cannit come up with the goods. PLEASE CAN SIMEINE HELP? I can't find any contact details! Mrs Gregiry, Balcombe, Sussex, UK

[@Pahpouha]

same here ordered it September 6th and no product and money taken

[@1000OtherFoxes]

"help people who have minor trouble getting around" any specific example ? even in the video I don't understand the purpose of this thing... I walk faster than this and if I need a scooter because I'm limited I obviously want it faster than this...

[@Pal3rider]

In the UK, depending on 'class' of scooter, speed is limited to a max of 8mph on road and 4mph on pavement and road use is only for the larger 'class' unless pavement use is not available.

[@beverleywhite7544]

I ordered one in December 2017 am still waiting for my scooter I have not received it yet other wise send my money back

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

It is SCAM. We have distributors in the USA, Germany, the Netherlands etc. Can I help you？

[@k.m.h7480]

The price is a bit much or you didn’t give us its full potential. I don’t see how to pull my wagon to carry stuff no one grown and disabled needs something that doesn’t help with carrying groceries etc . But nice review anyway ….next please 😅

[@Pahpouha]

I ordered this on sept 6th and we are now November 11th and no scooter and my money has been taken I want my money back asap. I will call the authorities on this fraud because I am not the only one this has happened to. Scammers everywhere. No honesty in the world anymore.

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

Hi Claire, sorry for your loss. You might be cheated by SCAM！ You could buy from our authorized distributors, where you are from?

[@vennril]

The recent video titles make me think of those annoying clickbait ads you get below articles sometimes.

[@emberchord]

3,6k? o_O

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

Hi, we delivered the mobility scooters to our distributors in the USA, Europe since April 2019 and we have better price... would you like to know more?

[@deanspanos8210]

Say it. Its not for disability or age, but for weight.

[@GLUGER]

You can just make a $30 foldable scooter frame that you can attach a hover board to it.🤔

[@sergioliberates]

Travelscoot is cheaper and better

[@abuhsm]

3600 dollars. ❓❓❓😰

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

Hi, we delivered the mobility scooters to our distributors in the USA, Europe since April 2019 and we have better price... would you like to know more?

[@julianchoque7402]

BLABLA,

[@ManiUk1980]

3600$ ya very cheap 😂 lol

[@relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699]

Hi, we delivered the mobility scooters to our distributors in the USA, Europe since April 2019 and we have better price... would you like to know more?

[@TrogdorBurnin8or]

At $360 it would be a decent deal . A barebones, compact mobility scooter. When I search for 'mobility scooter', I'm presented with a bunch of options from $700 to $3000. At $3600 it's ridiculous.

[@foxfur8327]

You get what you pay for. A $700 scooter won't have the options of one more expensive. Even a well made walker in Canada is about $500!

[@joannaquanttumphysics]

Search for lightweight. Those look interesting

[@rcmccradiocontrolmotorcycl8979]

Will NEVER SELL for $3,700

[@foxfur8327]

The Travel Scoot sells for just a bit less, but believe me, these scooters are amazing! They are the most handy things one can buy!

[@tjd7964]

56 lbs

[@eboyblackout]

Sorry dude, this is way too expensive.. this isn't worth $3k...it doesn't justify the cost for an old person, especially the way they'd have to sit on it, it doesn't seem comfortable

[@felionrobinson698]

I just bought it for 74.00 dollars

[@pkatsab]

More info please?

[@ourscooteradventures9580]

This is cool but it is way too much.

[@buskerjames]

Your on cheap drugs buddy these scooters are selling in Canada for $100 US someone is getting ripped off seriously at your supplier

[@foxfur8327]

Show me one for that price. You can't even buy a well made walker for under for that!

[@Pahpouha]

@@foxfur8327 I got my walker for 100 dollars and it is great. where you coming from mars.

[@ctuaeu-daniels7953]

Dude the proper term is DISABLED OR ENABLED TO WALK. Not FRIGGEN HANDICAP that is rude and disrespectful to a person.

[@Redford_lee]

american people chair

[@sudan01cs]

This is similar to the ATTO scooter which sells for 2.999.00 s. I think this scooter is a copy cat.

[@nerdglider]

it doesn't have a back rest... trash

[@youtumax1996]

Wow I’m first 5 views yasss

[@charlieredeemed]

I have a Hype Hover 1...it's faster and way cheaper.

[@bruno3]

Nice option for those who wish to become obese. In WALL-E they were all driving one of these.