Golden Buzzaround EX GB148: A Portable 4-Wheel Mobility Scooter with Suspension

The Golden Technologies Buzzaround EX GB148 brings larger-scooter features into a design that still separates for transport. Its four-wheel chassis, comfort spring suspension, high-back seating and two U1 batteries make it a model for buyers who want more than a minimal travel scooter. The practical appeal is the combination of everyday equipment and component-based portability, not a promise that the complete machine is light enough to lift into a car.

The GB148 has a maximum rider weight capacity of 350 lbs and a maximum speed of 5 mph. It shares many features with the three-wheel Buzzaround EX, but its turning requirements, frame weight and overall length are different. Choosing between the two configurations should reflect the rider's usual routes, available maneuvering space and loading ability rather than color alone.

Four Wheels and a Larger Turning Circle

Golden lists a 54-inch turning radius for the four-wheel GB148. That is larger than the 40.5-inch radius of the three-wheel GB118, which can matter when turning in store aisles, rooms or narrow circulation areas. The four-wheel scooter measures 44 inches long and 22 inches wide, so its complete footprint needs to be considered along with the turning-radius figure.

The four-wheel layout is a meaningful configuration choice, but it does not guarantee stability on every slope or surface. Speed, rider position and route conditions remain important. Buyers who spend much of their time in confined indoor spaces should assess the space required for a turn, while those comparing everyday outdoor routes should also consider ground clearance, suspension and the manufacturer's operating limits.

How the Transportable Design Works

The EX separates into six components through wireless disassembly. Removing the seat and battery packs and separating the frame sections allows the scooter to be transported without lifting it as one assembled unit. The tiller folds down as part of that process; the scooter is not a remote-controlled automatic folding model.

The four-wheel front section weighs 53 lbs, making it the heaviest individual component. Each U1 battery pack weighs 24 lbs, and the standard seat with arms weighs 23 lbs. Golden lists the assembled GB148 at 161 lbs. Those weights are central to deciding whether the EX is practical for frequent vehicle loading. The ability to take a scooter apart is useful, but a rider who cannot manage a 53 lb lift may need assistance or a suitable vehicle lift.

Seating and Comfort for Longer Outings

The standard high-back seat measures 18 inches wide by 16 inches deep. A 20-by-18-inch stadium-style seat is an optional configuration, so buyers should assess the dimensions of the seat actually selected. Rider capacity and seat size describe different aspects of fit: a scooter can support a particular weight without its seating dimensions being ideal for every person at that weight.

The seat offers three height positions in 1-inch increments, with a ground-to-seat range of 22.75 to 24.75 inches. An adjustable tiller changes the position of the controls relative to the rider. Comfort spring suspension adds a feature that many basic travel scooters lack, helping manage bumps during suitable everyday use. It does not turn uneven terrain into a uniformly smooth surface or remove the need for appropriate speed.

Battery System, Range and Charging Options

The GB148 uses two U1 batteries and has a specified maximum operating range of up to 18 miles per charge. Golden's range figure uses a 200 lb rider reference; rider weight, terrain, surface and battery type affect the actual result. For shoppers comparing electric mobility scooters, the value of the larger battery system should be considered alongside its additional weight and routine charging needs.

The charging connection sits on the tiller beneath the control panel. An optional Y-cable charging harness and battery docking station provide additional off-scooter charging arrangements. These can help when the scooter is stored away from a convenient outlet, but are accessories rather than equipment that should be assumed to accompany every configuration.

Everyday Equipment and Practical Trade-Offs

Solid 9-inch tires avoid routine air-pressure maintenance, while the scooter's under-deck clearance is 4 inches. The EX also has LED head and tail lighting. Its suspension, larger batteries and transportable frame give the model a different balance from an ultra-lightweight folding scooter, but appropriate route selection remains essential when dealing with loose ground, slopes or obstacles.

Interchangeable color shrouds let the buyer select an appearance without changing the four-wheel chassis. The GB148 is worth comparing when suspension, substantial seating and a larger battery system are priorities, provided the turning circle and loading weights fit the intended use. For a buyer whose overriding requirement is a smaller indoor turning circle or an easier lift, compare the three-wheel EX and other 4-wheel travel mobility scooters before choosing a configuration.

Golden identifies its mobility devices as FDA Class II medical devices intended to assist people with physical disablements.

* Golden Technologies FDA Class II Medical Devices are designed to aid individuals with mobility impairments.