This foldable electric scooter is slow on purpose

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  • čas přidán 7. 01. 2018
  • 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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Komentáře • 159

  • @AaphantaBaral
    @AaphantaBaral Před 6 lety +70

    1:57 USE CASE SCENARIO. in background

  • @khairulilman
    @khairulilman Před 6 lety +89

    1:55 Lady at the back with her scooter though

  • @Oldaker
    @Oldaker Před 6 lety +7

    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.

  • @mhm3437
    @mhm3437 Před 5 lety +5

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

  • @LavinAma
    @LavinAma Před 6 lety +40

    1:56 1v1 drag race m9

    • @juliamoriche
      @juliamoriche Před 4 lety

      me gustari saber la empresa y cuanto vale no logro contactar

  • @SureFireAirGun
    @SureFireAirGun Před 6 lety +13

    That sly Joanna Stern vid bomb though...

  • @ivpt
    @ivpt Před 6 lety +1

    I literally got an insurance company ad before the video.

  • @alvarocatalan
    @alvarocatalan Před 6 lety +69

    3600 dollars??? That´s too much...

    • @jonitan76
      @jonitan76 Před 6 lety +1

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

    • @danieljames404
      @danieljames404 Před 6 lety +2

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

    • @alexc7857
      @alexc7857 Před 6 lety +2

      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
      @v000000000000v Před 6 lety +1

      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
      @abuhsm Před 6 lety

      Alvaro Catalan
      3600 dollars.❓❓❓ 😰

  • @bs838
    @bs838 Před 6 lety +33

    0:46 Joanna Stern like WTF is this guy doing

  • @itzKal
    @itzKal Před 6 lety +6

    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
      @Chantwizzle Před 6 lety +1

      itzKal you just became a millionaire

    • @itzKal
      @itzKal Před 6 lety

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

  • @AnkushSharma-zv5hv
    @AnkushSharma-zv5hv Před 6 lety

    thnks for covering

  • @olebloch4281
    @olebloch4281 Před 6 lety +33

    1:59 you have an enemy

    • @glenna6286
      @glenna6286 Před 6 lety +1

      shoulhave raced tho. would have been epic.

    • @foxfur8327
      @foxfur8327 Před 5 lety

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

  • @mixflip
    @mixflip Před 6 lety +2

    My dad needs this!

  • @ManiUk1980
    @ManiUk1980 Před 6 lety

    is it any bargain? is it available in uk?

  • @tomtse88
    @tomtse88 Před 6 lety

    Where do you buy them?

  • @chengsbond3769
    @chengsbond3769 Před 4 lety +2

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

  • @ahmadhizan8821
    @ahmadhizan8821 Před 5 měsíci

    Is it possible to get bigger seater

  • @debblan8698
    @debblan8698 Před 5 lety +7

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

    • @BobRooney290
      @BobRooney290 Před 2 lety

      yeah, agreed. this is not priced right.

  • @foxfur8327
    @foxfur8327 Před 5 lety +2

    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
      @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699 Před 4 lety +2

      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.

  • @raymondlin5472
    @raymondlin5472 Před rokem

    Where to purchase also how much in £ .s.

  • @ellabonita880
    @ellabonita880 Před rokem

    Wow,where to buy tis and how much

  • @wongyoonchark5050
    @wongyoonchark5050 Před 3 lety

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

  • @RM-lj8bv
    @RM-lj8bv Před 6 lety

    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.

  • @burhanuddina748
    @burhanuddina748 Před 6 lety +51

    Old people would rather use that $3600 on taxi

    • @BrieoRobino
      @BrieoRobino Před 6 lety

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

    • @burhanuddina748
      @burhanuddina748 Před 6 lety

      Dr. Savage yeah dat would be also a thing

    • @Azishome
      @Azishome Před 5 lety

      +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
      @foxfur8327 Před 5 lety

      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!

  • @BobRooney290
    @BobRooney290 Před 2 lety +1

    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.

  • @lewisalexander7075
    @lewisalexander7075 Před 6 lety +6

    $3600? Good luck with that.

  • @durchschnittlich
    @durchschnittlich Před 6 lety

    Props for wearing a Pebble ♥️

  • @vitoriamenegoli3948
    @vitoriamenegoli3948 Před 5 lety

    Onde comprar no Brasil?

  • @TheAktveOne
    @TheAktveOne Před 6 lety

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

  • @arvizaslt
    @arvizaslt Před 6 lety

    amazing bike :)

  • @918DEATH
    @918DEATH Před 6 lety +14

    3600 lol

  • @joannaquanttumphysics

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

  • @JetFire9
    @JetFire9 Před 2 lety

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

  • @zeeninayak553
    @zeeninayak553 Před 3 lety

    Price of this scooter

  • @pkramer962
    @pkramer962 Před 6 lety +9

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

    • @kninezbanks
      @kninezbanks Před 6 lety

      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
      @foxfur8327 Před 5 lety +3

      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!

  • @jhc6608
    @jhc6608 Před 6 lety +3

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

    • @foxfur8327
      @foxfur8327 Před 5 lety +1

      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.

  • @pennyspage668
    @pennyspage668 Před 4 lety +1

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

    • @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699
      @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699 Před 4 lety +1

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

  • @rewer
    @rewer Před 6 lety +2

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

    • @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699
      @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699 Před 4 lety

      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?

  • @IsaacDavis69
    @IsaacDavis69 Před 6 lety +20

    Hi disabled isn’t a dirty word.

    • @victor_ylap
      @victor_ylap Před 6 lety +2

      That’s my safe word.

    • @jonoc5
      @jonoc5 Před 6 lety +2

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

  • @satucampillo8042
    @satucampillo8042 Před 6 lety

    Se vende en España

  • @rd3188
    @rd3188 Před 6 lety

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

  • @vicentvanmole
    @vicentvanmole Před 5 lety +2

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

  • @jlue7704
    @jlue7704 Před 5 lety +4

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

    • @alanpevie6454
      @alanpevie6454 Před 5 lety

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

    • @richwrightrocks
      @richwrightrocks Před 5 lety +2

      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
      @mariadangerfield7043 Před 5 lety

      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
      @helenscrivener172 Před 5 lety

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

    • @marekchmielowiec6671
      @marekchmielowiec6671 Před 5 lety +1

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

  • @EgoLTR
    @EgoLTR Před 6 lety +14

    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
      @zac203 Před 6 lety +8

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

  • @Kathysart
    @Kathysart Před 5 lety +2

    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.

  • @abuhsm
    @abuhsm Před 6 lety

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

    • @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699
      @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699 Před 4 lety

      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.

  • @christophercrawford2736
    @christophercrawford2736 Před 6 lety +2

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

  • @romihernandez8127
    @romihernandez8127 Před 2 lety

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

  • @user-lk1mb9tx7o
    @user-lk1mb9tx7o Před 5 lety

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

  • @vijaytonse1301
    @vijaytonse1301 Před 4 lety

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

  • @sophie.s7394
    @sophie.s7394 Před 3 lety

    I like it.

  • @MeriMorMick
    @MeriMorMick Před 2 lety

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

  • @Chantwizzle
    @Chantwizzle Před 6 lety +1

    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.

  • @Dragnmastralex
    @Dragnmastralex Před 4 lety +1

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

  • @jonathancarless8496
    @jonathancarless8496 Před 6 lety

    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.

  • @arocnna
    @arocnna Před 2 měsíci

    I like this

  • @thexvault
    @thexvault Před 5 lety +3

    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
      @foxfur8327 Před 5 lety +1

      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.

  • @dfrsyr7151
    @dfrsyr7151 Před 6 lety

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

    • @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699
      @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699 Před 4 lety

      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?

  • @rosesims8602
    @rosesims8602 Před 5 lety +1

    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.

  • @JayR04
    @JayR04 Před 6 lety +1

    $3,600? Can I finance it?

  • @danielimmortuos666
    @danielimmortuos666 Před 6 lety

    scooter kids evolve

  • @freshout1967
    @freshout1967 Před 2 lety

    I have one it weighs at least 45lbs

  • @exfolios
    @exfolios Před 2 lety

    Air travel approved? Some folding brands are.

  • @k.m.h7480
    @k.m.h7480 Před rokem

    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 😅

  • @pemghustlewomanlife6425
    @pemghustlewomanlife6425 Před 5 lety +2

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

  • @petergriffin1900
    @petergriffin1900 Před 5 lety +1

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

    • @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699
      @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699 Před 4 lety

      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?

  • @barryschugart6941
    @barryschugart6941 Před 5 lety +1

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

  • @deanspanos8210
    @deanspanos8210 Před 6 lety

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

  • @sexymilo83
    @sexymilo83 Před 6 lety

    I would rather buy the suit case scooter

  • @samdeepak
    @samdeepak Před 6 lety

    Sure, Tesla could make one with auto pilot.

  • @TrogdorBurnin8or
    @TrogdorBurnin8or Před 6 lety +2

    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
      @foxfur8327 Před 5 lety

      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
      @joannaquanttumphysics Před rokem

      Search for lightweight. Those look interesting

  • @eduardowolf8890
    @eduardowolf8890 Před 6 lety

    How are old people going to fold that

  • @brendapowell407
    @brendapowell407 Před 5 lety +2

    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
      @StarAnnasDream Před 4 lety

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

    • @Pahpouha
      @Pahpouha Před 4 lety

      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.

  • @1000OtherFoxes
    @1000OtherFoxes Před 6 lety +2

    "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
      @Pal3rider Před 2 lety

      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.

  • @Pahpouha
    @Pahpouha Před 4 lety +1

    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
      @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699 Před 4 lety

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

  • @GLUGER
    @GLUGER Před 6 lety +1

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

  • @masuriasudjana9732
    @masuriasudjana9732 Před 6 lety

    Walmart uses?

  • @Camman6972
    @Camman6972 Před 6 lety +24

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

  • @julianchoque7402
    @julianchoque7402 Před 4 lety

    BLABLA,

  • @beverleywhite7544
    @beverleywhite7544 Před 5 lety +1

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

  • @emberchord
    @emberchord Před 6 lety

    3,6k? o_O

    • @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699
      @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699 Před 4 lety

      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?

  • @vennril
    @vennril Před 6 lety

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

  • @rcmccradiocontrolmotorcycl8979

    Will NEVER SELL for $3,700

    • @foxfur8327
      @foxfur8327 Před 5 lety

      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!

  • @carolyngregory4439
    @carolyngregory4439 Před 4 lety

    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
      @Pahpouha Před 4 lety

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

  • @tjd7964
    @tjd7964 Před 3 lety

    56 lbs

  • @ManiUk1980
    @ManiUk1980 Před 6 lety

    3600$ ya very cheap 😂 lol

    • @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699
      @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699 Před 4 lety

      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?

  • @youtumax1996
    @youtumax1996 Před 6 lety +3

    Wow I’m first 5 views yasss

  • @felionrobinson698
    @felionrobinson698 Před 4 lety

    I just bought it for 74.00 dollars

    • @pkatsab
      @pkatsab Před 4 lety

      More info please?

  • @sergioliberates
    @sergioliberates Před 6 lety +1

    Travelscoot is cheaper and better

  • @eboyblackout
    @eboyblackout Před 6 lety +2

    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

  • @abuhsm
    @abuhsm Před 6 lety

    3600 dollars. ❓❓❓😰

    • @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699
      @relync-stylishfoldingmobil4699 Před 4 lety

      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?

  • @ctuaeu-daniels7953
    @ctuaeu-daniels7953 Před 6 lety +1

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

  • @Redford_lee
    @Redford_lee Před 6 lety

    american people chair

  • @ourscooteradventures9580

    This is cool but it is way too much.

  • @buskerjames
    @buskerjames Před 5 lety +1

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

    • @foxfur8327
      @foxfur8327 Před 5 lety

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

    • @Pahpouha
      @Pahpouha Před 4 lety

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

  • @sudan01cs
    @sudan01cs Před rokem

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

  • @nerdglider
    @nerdglider Před 6 lety

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

  • @charlieredeemed
    @charlieredeemed Před 5 lety

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

  • @bruno3
    @bruno3 Před 6 lety +3

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