Patent ID: 6659486
Filing Date: 2003-12-09
Classification: B62K,B62M

Abstract:
An exercise scooter configured for standup operation comprising:a frame, said frame capable of supporting a user; a first wheel, said first wheel in contact with a supporting surface and operably associated with said frame for steering said exercise scooter; a second wheel, said second wheel rotatably connected to said frame and in contact with said supporting surface; a crank, said crank positioned adjacent said second wheel and rotatably connected to said frame protruding on either side; a drive coupling, said drive coupling operably associated with said crank and said second wheel; a pair of guides, each said guide operably associated with said frame positioned adjacent said first wheel; a pair of foot support members having foot engaging pedals, each said foot support member pivotally connected to said crank at a crank pivot and pivotally connected to said respective guide at a guide pivot wherein the distance from said guide pivot to said crank pivot does not change to predetermine the angular position of said foot support member for each position of said crank; a guide adjustment, said guide adjustment movable to change said angular position of each of said foot support member relative to said frame; said pedal positioned upon said foot support member adjacent said crank pivot; said pedal configured to move relative to said frame when the foot of said user is rotating said crank whereby, said crank causes rotation of said second wheel to propel said exercise scooter.