Is it possible to go backward on this scooter, say you are stuck in a tight corner?
444060
No. You would have to pick it up to turn around. For safety reasons the brake would go on if you tried to go backwards
444061
According to my 11 year old grandson you cannot go backwards unless you could push yourself off from a wall.
384162
Not really. Rear wheels are fixed so you can't really steer it if you're pushing.
580481
Since the scooter as you can see is low if there is no gradient like a road hump it will be difficult but with careful driving it can be managed. Otherwise it may not be able go up such small rises like 2-3inches.
2061401
No; it's already a tight fit between the present tires and the frame. Great scooter for around the home; light and easily maneuverable. Not so good outside because of the small tires it comes with.
1006237
Bought this scooter for my daughter. Her response is: Stretch back by semi-sitting back on scooter. I didn't have any back issues but anytime I could I stretched my back and good leg. I hope this helps.
2153728
Yes , all you need to do is just position the lever to go forward or backward or to free wheel .
1564219
Yea u could. But go slow to make sure ta bike doesn't fall ova the other way.
880658
No, but I suppose it is possible given enough speed during the approach. Slow steady movement up the ramp allows the vehicle to feel the flat top surface and the stopping point. Hope this helps.
1180325
Should have no problem using it from front to back, for back to front. I have not tried going from the side.
1597798
Sure it goes backwards. You have to be careful not to run over your own foot backing it up.
2109542
No, not really. Your child would have to be super strong to get the scooter moving for more than a few feet. The rear wheel is attached to a chain/gear box, which doesn't roll freely. If your child is not used to using a throttle, it will absolutely take a few tries (and maybe a few falls) to get used to. This scooter gets to its top speed very quickly. This is not a scooter for a child who does not already have very good balance on a regular scooter or bicycle.
1826288
That is something you would need to ask whoever is in charge of the Metro System. It is feasible but keep in mind the scooter does weigh 95lbs.
1987105
Not sure best bet is to call the manufacturer of the scooter. sorry that i couldn't help.
2038770
Thanks for the clarification. I didnt know if that was the limit or not, i assumed i could at least get some directional control but i guess not.
94087
This a great little scooter. It has a great turning radius, unlike some of the others. It's is rather small tho, but my father who is 6 ft fit on it ok, but he is not heavy. An overweight person may have more trouble. The person using it does have to have the ability to climb onto it and climb off. This was a problem for my dad. We ended up returning it for that reason, and also my father has dementia and couldn't figure out how to drive it, although it is really simple to drive. There is just one control. You push it forward and the scooter goes forward. You pull it back and the scooter backs up. You let go and the scooter stops. Hope this helps.
1719897
You can pedal backwards, but not at a set level of intensity. If you pedal backwards, it's as if you are using the bike without it being powered on.
1206423
When my son did use it, I didn't feel he had any backwards trouble. He was better doing that at first than going forward. As for going around corners, if you had a larger space I think it would be fine. We didn't, and so when he would knock into a corner, he didn't have enough room to learn how to correct and would get frustrated. But if reversing after hitting meant your child would hit another wall or furniture, I wouldn't suggest it. I'm longing for the unfortunately dangerous walkers of the 80s for my house! Lol