Hi I am a newbie and a stroke survivor seeking advice.

[jgbackes]

Well you will not be able to fly with a gen II, that's why I think it's a non-starter.

BTW, sent you a PM with my phone number, give me a buzz

jeff

[JW Hunter]

Originally Posted by Tritium

The P-133 may not be your cup of tea, as the i180/170/167 are just a wee bit bigger but have interchangeable chemistry for the batteries ( think shipping the Li-On and airplaning the nimh!)
And a much longer range capability.

If you looked hard enough, you could find a used gen 2 for around $3500 or a bit more.
Gen 1s usually go for around $2000!

It's in my most honest opinion that you should go with a gen 2, because not only are the parts and machines still made, but they also have many advantages.

You can't ship Li-On batteries unattached unless you're Haz Mat certified.
And I'm not sure what advantages the gen 2 offer, especially for the disabled, that's certainly not my experience. If your left hand is unimpaired I think you'd enjoy the stability of the rigid control shaft.

You should try both, but being unable to fly with the gen 2 makes it a second choice in my opinion.

[mjkwee]

Originally Posted by Tritium

The P-133 may not be your cup of tea, as the i180/170/167 are just a wee bit bigger but have interchangeable chemistry for the batteries ( think shipping the Li-On and airplaning the nimh!)
And a much longer range capability.

If you looked hard enough, you could find a used gen 2 for around $3500 or a bit more.
Gen 1s usually go for around $2000!

It's in my most honest opinion that you should go with a gen 2, because not only are the parts and machines still made, but they also have many advantages.

You made some good and valid points for Gen 2 consideration.
Thanks.

[mjkwee]

Jason,
This is an interesting option. This can certainly help in long gliding tours and can bridge the gap between having a wheelchair and just a standing Segway.

Thanks for the suggestion.
Michael

[KSagal]

I have to agree. It is very difficult for anyone to give qualified advice as to which model is better without a great deal more information on both your challenges and your needs.

Any discussion should begin with encouragement to try both generations of machines. This is a very personal choice.

[dudeman1961]

Hi mjkwee,

I am a MS'er w/ walking mobility issues in one leg. I got my Seg a few months back. I agree w/ KSagal to try out a couple before buying. I took a couple of tours to see if I had stamina to ride, 2 hours of the tours and I'm physically done, but I did it. The tours used x2's, very wide and stable. Did a little more research and when I went to purchase I got an i2; in CA this classifies me as a pedestrian still and in my one door entry was very comfortable, the x2's are as wide as a standard door and I've seen them rub. I am thinking of getting knobby tires because I do like outdoor trails. But, overall, it has opened a world that was to difficult for me to explore by myself and my family. I hope a Seg works out for you, it has reinvigorated mine. Good Luck!!

[JM Wilber]

I use a i2 the lean steering natural reactions, there are batteries out there for the I2 out of nickel cadmium (so. calif. IE) I don't know if there still do

orange county Segway has used machine
Segway of Oakland has used machine too (go there and make sure you get everything in the deal be for you go)

the up side of a segway dealer is they have giving me a guarantee

[mjkwee]

Originally Posted by dudeman1961

Hi mjkwee,

I am a MS'er w/ walking mobility issues in one leg. I got my Seg a few months back. I agree w/ KSagal to try out a couple before buying. I took a couple of tours to see if I had stamina to ride, 2 hours of the tours and I'm physically done, but I did it. The tours used x2's, very wide and stable. Did a little more research and when I went to purchase I got an i2; in CA this classifies me as a pedestrian still and in my one door entry was very comfortable, the x2's are as wide as a standard door and I've seen them rub. I am thinking of getting knobby tires because I do like outdoor trails. But, overall, it has opened a world that was to difficult for me to explore by myself and my family. I hope a Seg works out for you, it has reinvigorated mine. Good Luck!!

Thank you. I share your mobility issue. I will take the initial advice to try one first. I am looking forward to meeting up with Jeff, who was kind have me try his Segway. I have very basic issues i need to understand my challenges with even getting on and off with one hand and how stable can I stand to operate the Segway. Thanks again.

[mjkwee]

Originally Posted by JM Wilber

I use a i2 the lean steering natural reactions, there are batteries out there for the I2 out of nickel cadmium (so. calif. IE) I don't know if there still do

orange county Segway has used machine
Segway of Oakland has used machine too (go there and make sure you get everything in the deal be for you go)

the up side of a segway dealer is they have giving me a guarantee

JM, Oakland is closer to me. I think the lean steering sounds like a good consideration. Thanks.

[KSagal]

Originally Posted by JM Wilber

I use a i2 the lean steering natural reactions, there are batteries out there for the I2 out of nickel cadmium (so. calif. IE) I don't know if there still do

orange county Segway has used machine
Segway of Oakland has used machine too (go there and make sure you get everything in the deal be for you go)

the up side of a segway dealer is they have giving me a guarantee

I have never heard of this before. Do you have any information on this?