The Trail Blazer SE is an outdoor scooter built for when the pavement runs out. Four 13.5 inch pneumatic tires and real suspension at both ends, two front shock absorbers and two rear five stage adjustable shocks, take the edge off grass, gravel and broken sidewalk.
It carries up to 350 lb, runs to 13.5 km/h on a 2.0 hp motor with a two speed tiller, and goes 40 km on a charge from two 50 Ah batteries. Its safe climbing angle is 9 degrees, a 15 percent slope.
Headlights, taillights, amber turn signals, hazard lights and two mirrors are all standard, and the black vinyl captain's seat reclines, slides and swivels. Red, black and silver.
Key specifications: Top speed: 13.5 km/h; Distance per charge: 40 km; Hill it can climb: 9°; Weight limit: 350 lb; Outside width: 24.5 in; Total weight: 246 lb; Turning radius: 59 in; Overall size: 49 × 24.5 × 51 in; Folded size: Does not fold; Comes apart: No; Wheels: 13.5 in; Battery: 2 × 12 V, 50 Ah; Airline approved: Not stated; Motor: 2.0 hp. Eclipse Medical figures.
Frequently asked questions:
How far will the Trail Blazer Special Edition 889SL/SE really go on one charge? On a full charge it goes 40 km, in good conditions. Hills, headwind, cold, rider weight and tire pressure all shorten that, so plan your longest regular trip well inside it.
Will the Trail Blazer Special Edition 889SL/SE fit on a TransLink bus? TransLink's limit on a conventional bus is 48 inches long by 24 wide. The Trail Blazer SE is over, at 49 by 24.5 inches. No permit or decal is needed.
