The Buzzaround CarryOn is the one to buy if you fly often, because two lithium batteries come with it rather than one. The 12.5 Ah pack gives up to 23.2 km and the 6.5 Ah pack up to 12.1 km, and Golden calls both airline friendly: either can be removed and taken as a carry on. Running both gives up to 35.2 km at a 200 lb rider.
It folds to 12 inches high with the seat off and separates into two pieces, the body alone being 47.5 lb, and it carries up to 300 lb. Ground clearance is 4 inches under the deck.
The tiller adjusts infinitely and carries a USB port and a water bottle holder, the armrests flip up, and there are LED lights front and rear.
Key specifications: Top speed: 5.8 km/h; Distance per charge: 23.2 km; Hill it can climb: 6°; Weight limit: 300 lb; Heaviest piece: 47.5 lb; Outside width: 19.5 in; Total weight: 65.5 lb; Turning radius: 48.75 in; Overall size: 38 × 19.5 × 34.5 in; Folded size: 12 in high, seat off; Comes apart: 2 pieces; Ground clearance: 1.5 in; Curb it can climb: 1.5 in; Seat width: 15 in; Seat height: 23.5 in; Wheels: 6 and 7 in; Battery: Lithium, 12.5 and 6.5 Ah; Airline approved: Yes, both batteries; Distance, spare battery: 12.1 km; Distance, both batteries: 35.2 km; Seat, each battery: 12 and 5 lb. Golden Technologies figures.
Frequently asked questions:
Can I take the Buzzaround CarryOn on a plane? Yes. Golden calls both lithium batteries, the 12.5 Ah and the 6.5 Ah, airline friendly, and both lift out to be carried on. Airlines want 48 hours notice and their own approval. Confirm before you book.
Will the Buzzaround CarryOn fit on a TransLink bus? TransLink's limit on a conventional bus is 48 inches long by 24 wide. The Buzzaround CarryOn fits inside, at 38 by 19.5 inches. No permit or decal is needed.
