Motion Healthcare · boot scooter
Used Motion Healthcare Alumina
The Motion Healthcare Alumina is a 4 mph boot scooter with an aluminium frame and a lithium battery. It splits into light parts for the car, the heaviest just 9.9 kg, and carries riders up to 21 stone. It was sold with a 10Ah, 20Ah or 40Ah battery, so the range is up to 10, 15 or 30 miles: each listing says which battery that scooter has.
At a glance
4 mph
Top speed
9.9 kg
Heaviest part
21 stone
Maximum user weight
28.6 kg
Weight without battery
In stock now
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Specification
Manufacturer's figures.
| On every Alumina | |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 4 mph |
| Motor | 270W |
| Maximum gradient | 6° |
| Ground clearance | 5 cm |
| Turning radius | 125 cm |
| Suspension | Full suspension |
| Tyres | Solid |
| Front wheel size | 19 cm (7.5") |
| Rear wheel size | 19 cm (7.5") |
| Controls | Dual controls, left or right hand |
| Charging | Battery lifts out to charge; newer scooters also on the tiller |
| Front LED light | On newer (Mk2) scooters |
| Size and weight | |
| Length | 104.5 cm |
| Width | 50 cm |
| Height | 94.5 cm |
| Seat | Padded, swivels; backrest folds; armrests flip up and come off |
| Seat width | 45 cm |
| Seat belt | No |
| Heaviest part | 9.9 kg |
| Weight without battery | 28.6 kg |
| Maximum user weight | 21 stone |
| Varies from scooter to scooter | |
| Batteries | 25.2V lithium: 10Ah (252 Wh), 20Ah (504 Wh) or 40Ah (1,008 Wh) |
| Range | Up to 10, 15 or 30 miles, depending on the battery (maker's figures) |
| Total weight | 30.8, 31.8 or 33.85 kg, depending on the battery |
| Air travel | Only with the 10Ah battery |
Before you buy a used Alumina
How far will the Alumina go on a charge?
It depends on the battery: up to 10 miles with the 10Ah battery, 15 miles with the 20Ah and 30 miles with the 40Ah (Motion Healthcare's figures). The distance you get also depends on the rider's weight, hills, the weather and the state of the battery. Each listing says which battery that scooter has.
Why does each listing look different?
The Alumina was sold with three sizes of battery (10Ah, 20Ah or 40Ah) on the same frame, and the battery decides the range and the total weight. Each listing gives that scooter's battery and range.
How heavy is it to lift into a car?
It splits into up to seven parts without tools. The heaviest part is 9.9 kg, and the battery weighs 2.2, 3.2 or 5.25 kg depending on its size.
Can I take it on a plane?
Only with the 10Ah battery, which is 252 Wh, under the 300 Wh airline limit. The 20Ah and 40Ah batteries are too large. Always check with your airline before you fly.
How fast does it go, and who is it for?
Up to 4 mph, so it is a pavement scooter (Class 2). It suits shopping, days out and holidays, for riders up to 21 stone.
Will the tyres puncture?
No. The tyres are solid, and full suspension helps smooth out bumps.
Is the Alumina right for you?
Tell us how you’ll use it and we’ll say honestly if another model fits better.