I have one I used to get from my office to the warehouse in a factory. I saw these in use in another factory without the seat as a stand up scooter to get around the factory faster than walking.

I've had one for 3 years. Two main problems are the front fork and the wire harness. They drilled a hole through the fork tube to use a bolt to attach the fender. This weakens the tube and it breaks. The wire harness is routed through the tube from the battery compartment to the front assembly. Every time you turn the front wheel the harness flexes sharply from side to side. Eventually a wire breaks inside the insulation. The problem with no traction on the front wheel is because the scooter was designed to have the operator in a standing position, placing more weight over the front wheel. As others pointed out this scooter is intended to be for recreational use. That being said I've been able to use mine as a mobility scooter (My left leg won't support me) by welding a supplemental tube in the fork tube and rerouting the harness (after replacing the wires with heavier gauge). I do lean forward on uphill slopes and sometimes even do s-turns. It's nice on bike paths where I can keep up with faster bikes (~15 mph). I wear a helmet, hard shoes or boots and knee and elbow guards when I do that.

ThankYou for telling me, I already purchased one and it's a no go for me.

Thank you for your honest review.

I own two of these.... Bought one, loved it, bought a 2nd one... Yes it is back heavy... You have to lean forward to keep weight on the front wheel.... And yes, Ive tipped over backwards on it...the anti-tip wheel is basically useless... It's not a mobility scooter, it's a RECREATIONAL scooter... So it hauls ass on flat ground, like tooling around the campground (which is why Camping World exclusively sells the model shown in the video). One big improvement I've made with mine is I've replace the 3 sealed lead acid batteries with equivalent LiFePo4 lithium batteries... Makes it much lighter, and charge lasts a lot longer. If you know its limitations, and safety concerns, it's a lot of fun.... And, since I do have a walking disability, it allows me to do more than I could without it.... I'm not ready for the "old man scooter" yet, but visiting Washington DC and Colonial Williamsburg, this was a Godsend.... And a hell of a lot cheaper than the $2000-$3000 "mobility" scooters. The "FDA Class II medical device" approval adds a huge cost to scooters... Since the Zoome 3 is not FDA Class II, they are significantly cheaper.

Yes, there is alot of problems with these tricycle style Scoiters yet some people love them and one KZfaq was really given the run around.

Thanks for those tips. Very helpful.

I loved mine. I am disabled and bought it to walk my dog. It was perfect for that purpose. However, the batteries failed and one day it flipped over on a small rise and I now need a shoulder replacement. I still miss it and would buy another but it needs some adjustments before I do.

I bought a similar version made by someone else. Mine has a off road tire on the front it’s 3 speed but like you said I have to get a running start to get up sidewalk ramps but your absolutely right this type of scooter is not good at all on grades of any kind. Side to side grades are even worse. The fact it only has 1 brake is a nightmare as well. It’s a toy to me

I love mine. I go on 9 mile rides with my son that I could never go on without it. I call it my chariot. You do have to lean forward on it. I prefer to stand on the bumps. It's not for off road at all I'm only works on pavement

Got this for my wife and a big mistake. weight distribution is the issue. I'm looking for a way to lower the front in or raising the back end. I have landed on my back once.. would like to hear any ideas.

I have one and I have NO problems with mine. Common sense would tell you to read before you drive. With a new scooter drive slow until you get used to it. Slow down when you come to corners. Don't be afraid to use low speed.

Any thoughts on the Ew 18 Turbo, have you had a chance to test ride or have an opinion on the E-wheels unit please?. I agree on your assessment of the Drive Medical scooter you tested. Thank goodness for KZfaq and responsible parties like yourself that prevent injury to the consumers, good job thanks man!!!

I asked where I can get a test drive and the fellow from out east told online only no stores so I said to him that it's like Buy a pig in a bag. Who's going to fork out$$$'s of dollars for anything you can see if and how it works. I may be old with a disability but my brain isn't disabled. I saw it on a few websites in Canada but when I.called the place that makes it in New York they told me that they have no dealers in Canada That was a big Red Flag for me.

I have that scooter with a knobby front tire.....sure it spins on aggressive starts while seated.....I just deflated the front tires a bit and it ran well......even up a few small stairsteps.....no need to be aggressive.

Buyers Beware of Zoome 3 It works great! I'm in my 60's and I'm a 6'3'' 270 lbs man. I live in a small town with small hills and my Zoome 3 works really well. It pulls my big ass on grass, gravel, black top, and concrete very well. I can get going around 15 mph and have taken it over 6 or 7 miles and it still shows high charge. If the front wheel spins just lean forward some until you get moving. The biggest thing I can find wrong is the seat is hard and it hurts my butt if I ride it on long bumpy roads. Do not be afraid of a Zoome 3 scooter, it's fun fun fun to ride. Now this is just my take on the Zoome 3 some others may disagree with me but I love mine.

Ok a suggestion, lose the seat, the seat makes it very tippy, I stand on mine, and stand forward putting weight on the front wheel, I like mine but the range sucks, it supposed to get about 14 on a single charge, I barely get 1 mile, I don't know if mine is busted or this is normal, my batteries are new! I'm a pretty big guy, (290) if I got at least five miles on a charge I would feel better, but the range really sucks, anyone have this same problem?

WHERE CAN I GET A SET OF REAR WHEEL BEARINGS FOR THIS SCOOOTER? MINE HAS NO SUSPENSION AT ALL BUT I JUST RIDE IT ON THE ATLANTIC CITY NJ BOARDWALK

Can you tell me how this things batteries are wired up? My nephew removed them & didnt document. Is it a 36 volt 12 amp or 12 volt 36 amp? Can you be specific please? 3 batteries so not sure if hot to hot neg to neg or? Is there a wiring harness for connecting the batteries?

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU; DANGEROUS TOYS

So how much do you want it for that thing then

Do you suggest another one?

It's not for handicap people that need a mobility scooter It's for able body adults to ride in parking lots, sidewalks at car shows and big venues or in big warehouses where there is to much walking to do. It's basically a Segway with a third wheel It's a dam toy for adults.

Not a mobility scooter Recreation only.

It's for drunks not elderly handicap SERIOUSLY THE INNER TUBE OF THE FRIBNT FORKS ROTT AND IT JJST FOLDS UP!!!! ; BE CAREFUL I REPAIR IT ONCE AND IT broke again 1/16 tubing not safe

I go up a 30 degree slopped bridge I've taken it in a skateboard park I go on grass over rough terrain it turns on a dime it goes so easily in and out of my apartment 2-hour run time same as my oxygen tank allowed everywhere mobility scooters are allowed one quarter the cost of anything that comes close to it when is the best investments I ever made were the tires out in one year and the front forks but that's cuz I drove it twice a day every day they were happy to acknowledge the warranty sent me new front forks new tires you can find cheap the front one you just get off of kids bike great great vehicle needs a few improvements but for the first time run a lot better than most things are the first time run watch and see there's going to be so many more just like it built better it's the future get ready when gas hits $2 a litre you'll be begging for one. Love light and laughter from here to everafter 🤠

Please where can I get this scooter

That would be kind of obvious. Anyone can see it's not made right.

I am 240 lbs. With this weight the grip is good. Also, it’s not meant for smooth polished indoor floors. Outside it’s great. Like anything, it depends upon the particular circumstance of need and purpose. Trump verses Biden? Everything costs more now! Things are worse especially for Ukraine. ?????????

Front forks rott off and snap

It's not an off roader to start with. Yes, the front wheel doesn't grip until you stand up and get it going. I've had my mototech one which is the same exact thing with only a different name slapped on it. It's not for indoor use ITS OUTDOOR so stop riding it around your wooden floor... Unbelievable

I got one for 100 bucks