Two batteries, two different priorities
Compare TravelScoot batteries
If you plan to fly, choose AirSafe. If you do not need airline approval and want the longest range, choose Max Range.
Best for air travel
AirSafe Battery
The highest-capacity TravelScoot battery approved for airline travel.
- 252Wh capacity
- 3.5 lbs.
- Estimated range: 10–16 miles
- Airline approved: Yes
- Compatible with all TravelScoot models
Best for maximum range
Max Range 603Wh Battery
For longer outings, road trips, and cruises when airline approval is not needed.
- 603Wh capacity — 2.4× AirSafe
- 7.7 lbs.
- Estimated range: 14–38 miles
- Airline approved: No
- Compatible with all TravelScoot models
Actual range varies with rider weight, terrain, speed, temperature, and riding conditions. Batteries and chargers are sold separately unless a product listing states otherwise.
Simple replacement choice
Works with every TravelScoot model
Both batteries are compatible with every TravelScoot model, so you do not need to identify a scooter model before choosing a replacement battery.
Some original Escape scooters with the smaller battery tray may require the auxiliary battery tray. Owners of older belt-drive scooters with a red battery connector require Adapter B.
What changes—and what does not
Capacity affects range, not speed
Think of the battery as the scooter’s fuel tank. A higher-capacity battery lets the scooter travel farther between charges.
Changing battery capacity does not increase the scooter’s speed or motor performance.
Built for long-term use
Panasonic cells and a two-year warranty
TravelScoot lithium-ion batteries use 100% Panasonic cells. AirSafe batteries use a high-impact-resistant Sabic C6600 housing with a UL 94-5VB flame rating and are bromine- and chlorine-free.
Step-by-step help
How to install the battery
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Traveling by passenger aircraft
Flying with an AirSafe battery
Lithium-ion-powered mobility devices are handled under airline dangerous-goods rules. The AirSafe battery is designed for airline travel, but airline procedures can vary.
Contact your airline before departure, tell them you are traveling with a mobility scooter, and bring the battery documentation supplied by TravelScoot.
Read the air-travel guideDifferent rules apply to packages
Shipping lithium-ion batteries
Flying with a mobility device and shipping a battery as a package are not the same process.
Lithium-ion batteries are regulated as dangerous goods. Shipping requirements depend on battery capacity, package contents, quantity, total weight, carrier, and whether transportation is by ground or air.
Packages containing lithium-ion batteries require the correct markings and documentation. Higher-capacity batteries can also require dangerous-goods handling and surcharges.
Do not mail or ship a TravelScoot battery without first confirming the carrier’s current requirements. Contact TravelScoot USA if you need help arranging a battery shipment.
Protect battery life
Charging and storage basics
Use genuine TravelScoot charging equipment and follow the instructions supplied with your scooter and battery.
Common battery questions
Do I need to know my TravelScoot model before ordering?
No. Both batteries currently sold by TravelScoot USA function with all TravelScoot models. Some older scooters may require the appropriate tray or connector adapter.
Which battery should I choose if I fly?
Choose the 252Wh AirSafe battery. The 603Wh Max Range battery is not approved for airline travel.
Will the Max Range battery make my scooter faster?
No. Its advantage is range. It has 2.4 times the capacity of the AirSafe battery but does not increase scooter speed.
Can I use a non-TravelScoot charger?
Use a genuine TravelScoot lithium-ion charger designed for the battery. Using unsuitable charging equipment can damage the battery and may affect warranty coverage.
Ready to order a battery?
Choose AirSafe if you fly. Choose Max Range if you want 2.4 times the capacity and do not need airline approval.