Drive DeVilbiss · road scooter
Used Drive DeVilbiss Sport Rider
The Drive Sport Rider is a large three-wheel road scooter styled like a motorbike, with telescopic front forks and suspension front and rear. It goes up to 8 mph on the road and 4 mph on pavements, and carries riders up to 180 kg (28 st). Drive's user manual gives a range of up to 28 miles (its web page says up to 31 miles with the bigger 100Ah batteries).
At a glance
8 mph
Top speed
Up to 28 miles
Range
180 kg (28 st)
Maximum user weight
165 cm
Length
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Specification
Manufacturer's figures.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 8 mph (12.8 km/h) on the road; a low-speed setting limits it to 4 mph for pavements |
| Range | Up to 28 miles (45 km) (maker's figure, for a 100 kg rider; Drive's web page, sell sheet and catalogue say up to 31 miles with 100Ah batteries) |
| Maximum user weight | 180 kg (28 st) |
| Maximum slope | 10° (12° on Drive's web page and catalogue) |
| Ground clearance | 10 cm (10.4 cm on Drive's web page; 12 cm on its older sell sheet and catalogue) |
| Turning radius | 157 cm |
| Motor | 24V, 1300W |
| Suspension | Front and rear, with telescopic front forks |
| Brakes | Electromagnetic, applied when the throttle is released, plus a hand brake that doubles as a parking brake |
| Water protection | IPX4 (protected from water splashes) |
| Legal class | Class 3 road scooter |
| Size and weight | |
| Length × width × height | 165 × 78 × 112 cm |
| Weight | 100 kg (Drive's product weight); the batteries weigh 35 kg |
| Wheels | Three: one at the front on telescopic forks, two at the rear; 2.75 × 14 tyres; anti-tip wheels |
| Seat | Sports-style; swivels 360° (locks every 45°), slides and reclines; 53 cm wide, 48 cm deep |
| Seat height | 75 cm |
| Headrest and armrests | Height-adjustable headrest; flip-up armrests that adjust in angle and width |
| Leg room | 51 cm, with an anti-slip rubber mat |
| Batteries and controls | |
| Batteries | 2 × 12V lead-acid, 70Ah or 100Ah, depending on the scooter |
| Charging | Separate 8A charger that plugs into a socket by the instrument panel; Drive recommends a 10-hour charge |
| Dash | Twin-dial digital dash with trip computer and odometer; self-diagnostic fault finding |
| Controls | Key ignition, throttle lever, angle-adjustable handlebars |
| Lights | Headlight, front and rear indicators, rear brake lights, hazard lights |
| Mirrors | Left and right |
| Extras | Some have Drive's optional pannier |
Before you buy a used Sport Rider
How fast does the Sport Rider go?
Up to 8 mph (12.8 km/h) on the road. It is a Class 3 road scooter, and a switch sets a 4 mph limit for pavements and shops.
How far will it go on a charge?
Up to 28 miles (45 km), Drive's user-manual figure for a 100 kg rider (Drive's web page, sell sheet and catalogue say up to 31 miles with the bigger 100Ah batteries). The rider's weight, the batteries' charge and condition, hills, the weather and driving style all affect it.
What is the maximum user weight?
180 kg (28 stone). The seat is 53 cm wide and 48 cm deep.
How big and heavy is it?
165 cm long, 78 cm wide and 112 cm high. Drive gives its weight as 100 kg, and the two batteries weigh 35 kg.
How long does it take to charge?
Drive recommends a 10-hour charge, and says not to charge for less than 6 hours or more than 24.
Is the Sport Rider right for you?
Tell us how you’ll use it and we’ll say honestly if another model fits better.