A new way of life | Viper Mobility Scooter | Multiple Sclerosis 

Hi Shirley, thank you so much for you kind message! So pleased you liked the video, I've not used the scooter in a while but if my mobility gets much worse I can see myself charging it back up again. I hope all is well with yourself.

Hey Chanda, I just briefly checked out a couple of videos on your channel (and subbed) to see who you were. It’s lovely to meet you!! I’m sorry to hear about your diagnosis, but that scooter sounds awesome! Perhaps posting a video of you using it would be an idea 😉 I’m so happy for you that you now have brilliant new mode of transport and it’s allowing you some better quality of life. Brilliant.

@@NeilBradleyMS lovely to meet you too Neil and your lovely partner 🙏🏾 I’m hoping to make videos soon. Unfortunately I’ve been very sick in and out the hospital but it’s coming! Thank you for such a warm welcome. I look forward to watching more of your journey💛💛

Thank you Lynn, “new normal” sounds good to me. 💞

Thanks Murphy, we’re not too bad thank you considering what we’re both dealing with each day. Sorry to hear your getting worse and with no diagnosis either, that’s the worse thing is it, the not knowing. Yep, Teresa sure is a star and couldn’t be more supportive. 😊

Thanks Nic, nice of you to say. All the best to you too. 👍

Hi Willow, I noticed you’d struggled to post this comment. For some reason you ended up in my possible spam folder, no idea why. Anyway I soon found your comment and published it. 😀 I did a quick google of your scooter and it looks perfect for you. And yes, I’m getting the hang of the slopes, after soon realising I need to slow down before tackling them. 💞

😀Thanks for the heads up Michele lol, I too will stay away from the main road but the quiet ones where we live are fine.

Michelle, I've not ran anyone over (yet!) or taken any walls out, I laughed when I read this!! It's a different world being on the pavement on four wheels, take care, be well, stay safe.

Thanks Georgina, I may well be bring a few more “out and about” videos to my channel in months to come. Mind you, I’ve not been out in it recently as the weather is just terrible.

Hi Wanda and thank you. I’m very sorry to hear you’ve been diagnosed with MS. I’m quite shocked that you only started getting symptoms 5 months ago. I’m guessing you’re coping with muscle weakness by needing a power chair. So sorry. I hope the chair is brilliant for you. 🤞

Neil Bradley yes it’s PPMS and it’s aggressive. Hit me hard, but I’m adjusting. Like you, I have an amazing spouse who keeps me on my (numb) toes!

Dam that’s not good to hear PPMS .. we’re in this together Wanda and we can all support each. So pleased you’re not alone though and you have an awesome spouse too. What would we do without them. 💞

Hi Bodhi, and thanks. Oh yes I’m well aware of the importance of keep moving and keeping the muscles going best I can. I cannot walk at all now without an aid, and I’m struggling to even just get around the house. So the scooter enables me to take that bit further journey from the house without using the car. How are you doing, haven’t spoken to you in ages?

Thank you Jon.

Thanks Matthew. 👍

Hi Elaine, I'm so terribly sorry you're having to deal with such debilitating Arthritis. I'm so pleased you found the video helpful, I can confirm its an excellent scooter. All the best to you.

@@NeilBradleyMS thanks Neil I appreciate the reply. Yes I have decided your scooter will be my new one. Thanks so much for the video. Good luck to you and imo you looked fantastic on your new scooter. No need to be embarrassed, it's a means of continuing to live your life as best you can. ❤️

Thank you so much Elaine, for you lovely and kind message. I feel honoured that you're going to choose the same scooter. With the help of my wife, we managed to put the scooter together ourselves, and I was able to hook up the batteries (being a techy). However, when I purchased the scooter there was a service you can purchase, I think it was about £80. For this somebody would assemble it all for you, hook up the batteries, show you how to use it.. the works basically. This might be something you would consider. I really hope you get on with it very well, I can't quite remember where I purchase mine from now.. hold that thought I'm going to try and find the paperwork and see for you. (Neil rummages through paper work, and fails) However, I do keep every email and because I ordered it online I've found the information. I purchased it from LiveWell. I realise you'll more than likely shop around for the best price, but I'll include the link below where I got mine from for you. Good luck. www.livewelltoday.co.uk/search?term=viper

One more thing, when you purchase it make sure you apply for the VAT Relief (if you're in the UK) because it's quite significant.

Ha ha”bad ass” I like that 😀 Thanks Kelly👍😊💞

Yes indeed! I have to admit, I've not used it for a while, but it's always there just in case things get really bad again. The only problem is, it literally feels like I've got two pieces of solid concrete in my back, this is spasticity in my muscles. This is what gives me so much pain all of the time and really hinders my walking (as well as the weak muscles in my legs/hips/knees/ankles). When on the scooter, even with the excellent seat, I feel every bump, and I mean EVERY bump so this still makes it quite difficult. But I'm glad I've got it because it means I've got some sort of transport and mobility in case of an emergency etc.

Neil Bradley MS have they tried counterstrain pt with you yet? I made a video on it. But research. It is not like pushers you do exercises. You lay on the table and in a quite room and the therapist pressures a light touch on the knotted muscle spot, than finds the correlating end to that muscle and gently lift to turn that end to release the tight pull. Like a rubber band fully stretched she makes the end both relax and give.

Thanks for this Michelle, I’ve just hopped over to your channel and found the video (left you a small comment). I’ve not heard of this type of PT before but it sounds very good, I’m going to keep it in mind. Thank you. I hope you are well, have a lovely day. 😊

Hey Lee, great to hear from you too as always, and thanks glad you like the new gadget. Love technology, and it’s incredible that we have access to such things. Well what a coincidence about you messaging me, great minds and all that 😊 I’ve been working on this edit for a few days now and managed to get it finished today. It appears my letter from the professor is non existent, I’ve been chasing it the last few weeks. Seems the dictation the Prof made has gone missing so the letter never got done. Still in the process of getting it sorted, it’s taking forever.

Thank you very much. 👍

Hi Michael, thanks for your message and for watching my video. I've had this scooter a little while now, and there was a period of time I didn't use it. Unfortunately, over those few months I didn't charge it, and the batteries dropped below the working threshold and now will not charge properly. I wanted to mention this to you also, in case you have the same problem. Because of this I'm unable to use it until I replace the batteries. I've just Googled your Scooter, is this one known as a 'Boot Scooter' .. I actually had a boot scooter some time ago but for one reason or another I got rid of it. But I'm currently at the point where my mobility is getting so bad, I'm having great difficulty walking from the car to my appointment. So I'm giving some serious thought, once again to purchasing another Boot scooter. I'd be VERY interested to know how you're getting on with it? Oh, and good on you for managing to assemble it ok, especially with only having use of your right arm. Nice one. If you don't mind my also asking, and I wouldn't be offended if you don't wish to answer, but I'm curious as to what illness and condition your having to deal with. Thank you so much for your comment, and I REALLY hope you're enjoying some new found freedom with your Scooter. As you are no doubt aware, it really is nerve racking going out for the first time, but you will become used to it. Good on ya!! Take care, and all the best - Neil.

That’s excellent Melemel, I’m so pleased for you. Yes, it does make a difference once you can get over feeling self conscious. Good luck 🤞Thank you for sharing.

Cheers Martin. 👍

Thank you .. the scooter is great, the problem is I’ve got an excruciatingly pain sore back, and at the moment I can only manage short distances because of the bumps. Further than I can actually walk though so I’m grateful of that. Yes absolutely, I expect your little one would find it very exciting .

Neil Bradley yes she would. She is two years old now and would love it. Oh that would be hard with the bumps and a soar back. Bless you my friend.

Hello Gary, thank you for you message .. the notification just popped up whilst I was using my PC so thought I'd reply straight away. Thank you for telling me about yourself, and I'm sorry to hear you've been diagnosed with PPMS. I'm pleased to hear you are on a good drug which will help keep the attacks at bay. The disease modifying drugs all work in similar way by suppressing the immune system. Not sure how up-to-date you are with my videos, but I've recently been re-diagnosed after having an MS diagnosis since 2013 (until this year). They now think I've got "Neuromyelitis Optica" (NMO). Recently though I'm responding very well with steroids (I usually do) and a new immunosuppressant drug called Azathioprine. Glad you like the scooter, I've not actually used it much since I had it, because if I can I always prefer to try and walk. How are things with you Gary, what is your mobility like at the moment?

@@NeilBradleyMS my Mobility seems to be very close to what yours is I walk with a cane outdoors and in the house I bounce off the walls but I seem to get around okay I just bought a scooter so that I can go places with my wife it folds up and we can put in the trunk of my car

Gary Broaddus That’s great that you’re able to get around and the scooter will help loads. 👍

Thanks Adrian. 👍

Thanks! And, ha ha yes Tree thinks that's a good idea :) I brought the scooter when I was at my worst in 2019, since then I've not really used it. It's stuck in my garage discharged at the moment. However, unfortunately my mobility seems to be getting much worse again. ❤️

Oh dear sorry to hear that you’ve fallen off your scooter. I’ve notice I have to slow right down if going up any slopes etc because it can tilt a bit. Takes a bit of getting used to. What sort do you have?

Cheers Dean😊

Thank you Diane, for your kind words. I think your right, Teresa would be quite wild on it lol. 😀

SOUTHALL. Alan T Mobility Scooter Hey Alan, I store it in my garage. And yeah lol, it would come in handy for that ha ha. I nipped over to your channel to have a look and subscribed. I like your idea of filming from the perspective of your scooter. Pretty cool. Cheers! 👍

Hello Avril! Lovely to hear from you. Yes indeed, I love her sense of humour lol .. it sure is amazing that we have such tech on hand these days. I haven’t been out on it though since doing the video because the weather here currently is terrible ☔️

Hello Britta, lovely to hear from you. Thank you, and I really hope you have some success with your insurance company for your electronic wheelchair. It’s lovely to be able to go and out about and have a bit more independence. Good luck.

Oh, the apples looked really good as well.

Hi Andrea, and thank you. Nice to hear from you by the way. The seat on the scooter does adjust back and forth like in a car but I’ve already got it all the way back. It’s my fault for being tall and having long legs lol. Still getting used to it, my back still hurts a lot whilst in motion, not the fault of the scooter though as it’s got a max comfort seat. My back just hurts all the time, as I feel the ms has effect the muscle there, they are definitely weaker. I hope all is well with you.

We are moving to cottage with big flat garden, the idea being raised flower and veg beds so I can have a life, thinking about a trailer for shopping trips etc, I also feel awkward when I come across folk, but you'll be surprised at how invisible you become. Have got mine registered with dvla as it goes 8 mile per hr, and is road legal. Take your time, I usually stop on a pavement and let folk, especially mums with prams negotiate around me. Suddenly your looking at every curb and wondering if you can get up and down. Good luck.

Hi Fiona, and thank you for your kind words .. since having some treatment in Nov last year, I've been a little bit more mobile and haven't used my scooter. However, now several months later I'm declining again (the normal trend) so I may have to charge it up! The seat was a very important factor for me when purchasing it, for me I need the seat to be very versatile because of my terribly stiff muscles in my back. I'm pleased to hear your backrest gives you proper support allowing you to feel more in control, this is very important isn't it. Best to you - Neil.

Hi Fiona, I hope the move to your Cottage goes well for you .. the raised flower and veg beds sound just perfect! Yes, I also registered my scooter with the DVLA as like your it can do 8mph. I've also got it insured as it certainly wasn't cheap! The insurance was only about £40 or something like that, very reasonable. I do find some of the curbs challenging, even though it's got plenty of power to get up them.. I've found you have to be very careful as it can get quite bumpy. Take Care.

@@NeilBradleyMS think I'm more in control of the controls on the scooter if sat bolt upright, thought it would support your back more, hopefully make you less stiff and less sore on back muscles. I see your also got a bag that goes on back of your seat like mine, I've always got my rain poncho in mine, bit of a faff stopping to put it on in unexpected downpour, but worth it!! Hope you and Teresa are having a good day,and her eye is improving. Xx

Thank you Niel, it's not due for renewal til August, so no hurry. I was less than impressed with AA, been with them for years and years, had gold membership, and they won't insure dvla, registered mobility scooters, that are road legal, I kind of wondered what's the difference? ,we have a mobility car, that's with RAC. Hope you're having a good day, say hi to Teresa.

Cheers Jay and yes a bitter pill indeed .. Teresa has wanted me to use the mobility scooters at Tesco store for a while now. But I’ve refused because the seat looks so hard and unsupportive I think it would about kill me. They are just awful quality. Take care my friend.

Thank you so much Adele, and hello 👋 BTW. 😊 Always nice to hear from you. Yes I still feel very self conscious but hopefully with time this is something I will overcome. So please your enjoying the vlogs, worked hard on editing this one. 👍🙏

Thanks Sue xx

starlightstarbright You’re very welcome.. and thank you.

Hello John, I have to agree. I love technology but never thought I’d be buying a scooter. That said, I’m pleased this sort of tech is available to us. All the best.

Thanks, I think so too. The only problem I’ve got is an extremely sore back, and the scooter tends to make it worse when I’m in motion. Persevering though.

Hi Rosemary and thank you, haven’t spoken to you for a little while. I hope you are as well as can be. 🙏

Thanks you Sondra, I’ve been itching to go out on it again but I’m just waiting for the good old British weather to clear up. Even now as I type this message at 5:55pm it’s raining 🌧

Hi Mellie, I've not been out on the scooter for a while and sadly (I didn't realise) I've not kept it charged up and the batteries are now beyond help.

Hi Lucy, and thank you for your message. Ahh bless, your husband sounds like a real star 🌟 I’m very pleased to hear you’re getting a mobility scooter for your birthday. This will improve your quality of life significantly. 💞

Hey Lucy, happy birthday in May, (I'm May 5th) enjoy being free when your scooter comes. Daunting at Ist, but you'll get used to it quickly, and enjoy it. Suddenly you'll be aware of curbs, you will remember where the easiest curbs to negotiate are, and where the steeper ones are. I'm still twitchy about going round shops, as folk can't see you when you are about to drive round the end of an aisle. I wondered if I should get a flag on a long pole!! All the best.

My hubby is 6ft tall, and parts the way with a glare!! He gets so cross at the blue rinse brigade chatting at aisle ends in shops!!

Wow Niel, you got a great deal on your mobility insurance, I'm with ETA and they wanted 65 pound last year! You did better than me.

I can’t remember who it was with now, I’ve got the paper work somewhere. I’ll have to look it up.

Thank you, and blessings to you also. 💞

Hello there friend, and thank you so much for your kindness. Yes indeed the Apple’s were pretty good, there have been so many this year we’ve had to give lots away to friends and family. Sending a hug 🤗 right back to you there from both Teresa and I. All the best. 💞

Ha ha 😆 Yes indeed Tamara, And thanks. Lovely to hear from you.

Thank you very much J. 🙏

Hi Jennifer, yes we’ve had plenty of Apple pies not to mention given tons of apples away to friends and family. You did hear right.. they no longer think it’s MS, instead something more sinister called NMO or Neuromyelitis optica (Spectrum disorder). The diagnosis has not been confirmed yet, still waiting for our slow health care system. Take care.

Dear Mellie, I'm more than happy to tell you about the scooter. Yes the batteries are heavy, but usually when you purchase this type of scooter there is an installation service to get it up and running for you, at a small cost unfortunately .. but this would probably be a good thing. Somebody would come and set it up. I did a lot of research into this scooter because I needed one with a very supportive seat as my back is so incredibly stiff and painful. The seat is brilliant I have to say, it moves in every conceivable direction I need. I haven't actually used the scooter for quite some time now, and something I didn't know was that I should have kept the batteries charged up! Even if I wasn't using it.. but I didn't :( So, unfortunately the batteries have now discharged to the point of no return, so I'm unable to now use the scooter until I buy new batteries. So that is something to be aware of. Keep it charged! (even if not using). Please don't worry about the weight of the batteries, once they are installed you don't have to touch or lift them. The scooter is awesome, it reaches speeds of up to 8mpg but it goes much slower as well so nothing to worry about there. It's got suspension, so it softer over the bumps but you do still feel them. I can't really think of anything bad to say about it, apart from I didn't know about the batteries discharging but that can easily be addresses by putting the scooter on charge at least once a week or more if needed. It's excellent!! I hope that little bit of info helps, please just ask if you need to know anything else about it. I hope this message finds you as well as can be. All the best - Neil.

Dear Neil Thank you so much for the fast reply full of good info on scooter I live in a remote town of prince Rupert so no available support to be had re scooter buying fixing maintenance ect. But thanks 😊 The heavy battery canondrom is unfixable unfortunately as my driveway doesn’t have electricity near buy which leaves me with no option but to carry battery in to charge,. Dangit 😁 so don’t get my old scooter battery in to charge as it should 😳😁 Just read you reply and comment about your battery and now even more committed to getting battery on charger only been dealing now with secondary progressive since 2 months and waiting to try yet another new drug this one MAVENCLAD 😁👍🏽🙏🏻 Who knows cud be a winner or a dode hey ? I almost started on the drug your on few years ago but backed out at the starting gate as mt intuitive was nagging me to not start on it Im truly sad to hear you’ve had some not so nice reactions on the drug . MS is an exhausting disease hey . Speaking of exhaustion, hows your cucumber (cool;) ride these days mate ? Im hoping hard your back using it 👍🏽😁 I really like the looks of that ride, for true 😁 Im so sorry I apologize for being long winded in talk/typing area . How is Teresa the lovely sweet kind lady i love to see in you guys videos 👍🏽😊 Im headed for a crash nap so ill need to get off my phone and go to toilet( incontenance is bad😳🥺😁 in moment ;) then its sweet nap time for moi Hope Teresa and you have nice day Anyhow very weak so no more tossing around battery like I had done in my youth. Similar to the Scot men of days past where they challenged one another to contests throwing very heavy large stones Can you tell i learn my history from u.s. movies like Braveheart lol What an entertaining film but probably not very factual hey ? Lol Was great hearing back from you guys. Thanks and please stay safe and healthy from those nasty variants please 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🇨🇦😊👍🏽 Mellie

Hi Mellie, lovely to hear from you. The scooter has two heavy batteries so once they’re installed it’s not really an option to remove them. Plus the scooter has a charging port, near the handles. I understand your drive has no power (as you explained) but I wonder if it would be possible to have a power extension lead made or purchased which plugs in and trails out to where you store your scooter. Just a thought. It’s interesting to learn a little about yourself and treatments your on. Oh, and I know all about the incontinence issues, although I’ve still got this area relatively under control still. For how long I don’t know though. Hope all is well with you, take care.

Yes indeed Jane, thanks 🙏

Thank you, and that’s really great I’m pleased for you 👍

Hi Carole, glad you enjoyed the video. Yes it’s great to feel I can get out and about now if I want to. As for the professor, for the last month I’ve been trying to track down his letter. There has been a problem with his dictation which seems to have gone missing. I’ve been on and off the phone to them for the last few weeks. Getting beyond a joke now, it was July when I saw him.

Neil Bradley you just need to keep chasing, you had said to me before that I was the only other person you knew who had been tested for NMO, well i got the result today its MS not NMO x

Thanks Susannah, yep already insured it, quite reasonable as well. Appreciate the heads up.

Thank you Frances!👍

Thanks for that Barry.

Hi Mark, what ya like 😆 Plenty of Apple crumbles that’s for sure, there’s been that many apple’s we can’t give them away quick enough. Yes I get what you mean about people seeing the scooter and not the person. Hope all is well with you.

Thank you so much Patrick for your kind words. 🙏

You're welcome, Neil. Btw I think u resemble 'Jonny Evans' hahaha he's my favourite Leicester City centre back :)

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Hi Becky 😊 I would be very worried if my wife was shopping for angle grinders lol. I don’t let her anywhere near power tools, it’s just asking for trouble bless her. Nice to hear from you Becky.

Hi Chris, thanks. Yes I have said exactly that to my wife .. that I would rather be using my legs, but our failing bodies leave us no choice do they. It sure makes me angry that people judge you for taking your scooter out with your family when all you’re doing is trying to join in the fun too. They have no right! Not sure about you, but I would love to ride a bike again, it’s just never going to happen though. It does please me though that we have this technology available to us to help us get out a little more. All the best.

Thank you Graham, that's kind of you to say so. I hope all is well with yourself.

@@NeilBradleyMS Hi Neil. I have just ordered my first mobility scooter and I think I would also be very self-conscious like you were but I’m sure it’s going to keep me a lot more freedom than I have at the moment wishing you all the best for the future

​@@grahambarrett5569 Hi Graham, that's absolutely brilliant to hear. The scooter will give you much more freedom and independence for sure, however like you say getting over that self conscious hurdle doesn't always come quickly, but it will so try not to let it put you off. I've learned a few things since having my scooter, particularly the fact you need to keep it charged (which won't be a problem if you're using it regularly). Unfortunately I went through a period of time whereby I didn't need to use it, the charge in the batteries dropped below a certain threshold and now they won't charge enough for me to be able to use it. I'm not sure what to do really, I suppose I'll have to buy new batteries for it, they're like small car batteries. Also, it might be an idea to insure your Scooter as it's an expensive item. I'm not sure where you are in the world, but I live in the UK and I've actually just renewed my insurance for just £59 (with Blue Badge Mobility Insurance) which is relatively cheap and quite good value I think. I'd be interested to know which Scooter you have gone for if you don't mind my asking. All the best to you - Neil.

@@NeilBradleyMS Hiya, i’m in Portsmouth in the UK. I have ordered my Scooter from Care Co online. I have gone for the Corvus Rapide, it looks a really one. It will hopefully be delivered this week. I’ve paid for an engineer to come out and assemble it for me and I also want to discuss how often I should charge the batteries as you say it could be a problem if they’re not done regularly. Thanks for your reply. All the best. Graham.

@@grahambarrett5569 I've just Google the scooter and it looks the BUSINESS! (watched the video on CareCo website) Very similar to the one I've got in fact. As it does 8mph you'll have to register it with the DVLA, effectively it needs to be taxed but this does NOT cost you anything. It's just procedure, and quite straight forward. Definitely a good idea to get somebody to come and set it up for you, I wished I had done this now because we really struggled. Good luck with it Graham.

Hi Silvana, I’m so pleased to hear you still have your lovely cat with you at the grand old age of 19! Wishing Lucy a belated birthday bless her. I can’t handle the idea of a wheel chair because I like to feel in control. It’s just the whole wheelchair thing if you know what I mean. The only time I’ll have to use one is at the hospital when my wife pushes me. But Teresa has problems with her eye sight and it’s not easy for her either.

Thanks Tom, it sure is a bitter pill. I also know exactly what you mean with the muscles in your legs, after a time of standing mine just give in and collapse on me too. Good idea about the box 😀 I got the electric saw out and cut it into pieces for the recycling men to take lol.

Thanks Susannah, and yes indeed! 😊

Hi Sheri, your not wrong there. Teresa has a great sense of humour, and yes I did hear her lol 😆

My MS Hey Ian, thanks mate. Don’t give Teresa ideas about me going shopping 😉As for the B-roll, aha clearly you’ve not watched all my videos😀 I’ve used it a lot in the past, but not recently because it takes a lot of time spent on the editing process which, I’m sure you can appreciate. Hope all is well with you.

Hi Bodhi, thanks for the update . A lot of people have suggested I go for the stem cell treatment but like you I’m put off it because of having to have my immune system “re booted”. They do this with chemo and I’ve read it can push you to within an inch of your life, and actually be life threatening. Then you’ve got the opportunist bugs whilst you’ve got nothing to fight back with. Also, any existing MS damage is permanent and can’t be repaired. No thanks !! We’ve also got the cycle lanes, and scooters go bombing down them as well but I’ve never heard of somebody getting a ticket lol. Take care my friend 🙏

Thanks, my back still gets very sore when in motion on it though. I’m trying to persevere though. Time will tell.

The riding mower sounds like a good idea ha ha 👍 Got for it. 🤔😉

Hello Summer Lady, and thank you for your lovely message. Yep, a lot of research and watching YT videos was done prior to purchasing it. I’m still struggling with my terribly sore back, I feel every bump but I don’t think I’ll get anything better.

Hi Janet, unfortunately it’s to big for the car. My car doesn’t have a hatch back, it’s got a Boot (Saloon). I’m giving this some thought, I might consider changing the car but I’m reluctant to be honest. I’m sure the answer will come in time.

@@NeilBradleyMS that's a shame. At least the scooter will enable you to get out more. Take care 😊

Hi Kevin, the scooter is great .. the only problem I've had is because I've not used it for a while and the batteries have dis-charged. Now they won't charge back up because the battery level has dropped below a certain threshhold. So I am now actually left not knowing how to re-charge them or get it working again. But as I say, the scooter is great.

@@NeilBradleyMS thanks for the reply I am afraid it will have to be a new set of batteries but keep them charged even when not in use Regards Kevin

Thanks Kevin, yes I thought it might be a new set. I wasn’t aware though they have to be kept charged even when not in use.

Brooke Bowers Hello Brooke, yeah they are kind of sporty aren’t they😀 Yes I had mine delivered to the house, it was in a HUGE box. I hope you manage to get one that you want, this scooter really is excellent.

Thanks Michelle.

Hi Robert, I’m pretty sure there is a lever which releases the seat. And yes, the Tiller does fold down so far. Best thing to do is search for the scooter model on RU-vid and there are videos demonstrations how to construct it, this is what I did when looking. My scooter is VERY heavy though, I think near to a 100kg. I also had the thought of a winch installed into a SUV type vehicle but never got round to buying a new car. I’m never quite sure how much longer I’ll be driving which makes me unsure about investing. Being tall isn’t the best, but it’s not too bad. I’m able to put my feet up on the front wheel arches which helps, or you can put them flat down on the floor. It’s not too bad to be honest. I hope that helps Robert. I’m interested to know what condition you have and particularly how it’s effecting your mobility. All the best.

@@NeilBradleyMS I have secondary progressive MS which is making it harder to use my legs. I can stand for short periods of time, a few minutes, and by using an FES device I can walk, but when I finish walking my legs can do very little for the rest of the day. Shopping and having a relaxing walk are part of my history now, but with a scooter it could change that part of my life. I have spasticity in both my legs and foot drop.

Thanks for coming back to me Robert, and I’m sorry you’re having to deal with all this. I can still shop - just, but it’s not easy by any stretch. A relaxed walk is also part of my history, certainly for the past few years now. I really hope your Scooter works out for you.

Thanks Michelle 💞

Hi Zan, and thanks. Plenty of apple pies has been on the menu recently lol. But we have given a lot away also to friends and family. Town is a little bit too far away to go to the shops for now, but maybe soon. Good to hear you’ve had the hip replacement. Hopefully now with some good physical therapy your mobility will improve significantly. Slowly does it though. Teresa’s arthritis isn’t good unfortunately, she has pain in most of her major joints, but it’s her left hip that is giving her the most grief at the moment. Thank you for asking. Take care of yourself.

@@NeilBradleyMS Sorry to hear about Teresa's hip. I was in the most excruciating pain for a long time. Disappeared with the surgery but need time to rehab & be careful. Will she be looking into replacement surgery? The pain of bone-on-bone is horrible. Apple pies? Mmm … nice to share the goodies.

There’s nothing surgical that can be done really, as it’s quite a few of her major joints. It’s just at the moment her hip is the worse. The Dr says it’s about managing the pain now.

Hello Sharon, and thank you for your lovely kind words. Have to say though, I was smiling at the thought of you “shoplifting” (literally) round Matalan without even realising 😂. Oh deary me. I also feel like I talk about my pain and weakness continually, but it’s because it’s scary isn’t it. I’m so lucky to have Teresa, she’s always there to listen. Love her to bits. So pleased you enjoyed the video, and the flowers in the garden. Take care. 💞

Hi Jane, nope don’t need a reg plate but because I’m able to ride it on the road I do need to register it with the DVLA here in the UK.

Yes indeed, she has a very unique sense of humour. 😂

We’re not too bad thank you for asking Dee Dee. 🙏

I’m feeling about the same as usual Dee Dee, which isn’t too bad. I’d feel much better if I could walk more than a few feet without struggling. Thank you for asking, how are you feeling today?🙏