Shoprider Jimmie Portable Power Chair – Wireless Take-A-Part
Shoprider Jimmie Portable Power Chair
Wireless Take-A-Part Chassis Architecture Linked with a Quick 3-Piece Trunk Stowage Layout
Coordinate your neighborhood travel schedules, shopping mall trips, and holiday excursions with the exceptional portability of the Shoprider Jimmie. This premium compact motorized personal vehicle is masterfully engineered for active operators who want a highly agile driving platform that remains incredibly easy to pack into a standard vehicle trunk. Constructed on an upgraded alloy chassis rated for a 250 lb weight capacity, the Jimmie balances full-size electrical responsiveness with quick, tool-free breakdown mechanics.
The standout structural benefit of the Jimmie is Shoprider's innovative Wireless Take-A-Part technology. By utilizing internal auto-connecting electrical contacts rather than awkward external plug looms, the entire vehicle separates cleanly into three lightweight modules in under a minute. With the heaviest individual piece weighing an easily managed 35.8 lbs, independent loading into a compact car or SUV hatch is simple and straightforward.
Key Features & Product Benefits
- Wireless Take-A-Part Mechanics: Quick-disconnect frame architecture splits the chair into three sections without a single loose wire plug or cable to navigate.
- Lightweight 35.8 lb Lifting Profile: Heaviest dismantled chassis component minimizes upper-body strain during vehicle trunk loading.
- Compact 26" Turning Radius: Responsive dual in-line gear motors allow the wheels to negotiate tight apartment corners and narrow elevator doors effortlessly.
- Tailored Ergonomic Comfort: Features integrated seat-height adjustments, width-extendable padded armrest bars, and a customizable angle footplate layout.
- Maintenance-Free Solid Tires: Substantial 9-inch solid drive wheels and 6-inch solid casters deliver a 100% flat-free ride while remaining scuff-free on hardwood floors.
- Customizable Joystick Positioning: Choose between classic fixed brackets or premium swing-away controller mounts configured for either left or right-handed operators.
- Efficient Off-Board Charging: Included 2A charger hooks directly into the joystick command module for hassle-free overnight power replenishment.
Equipment Specialist Insight: "The Shoprider Jimmie completely solves the loading frustration common with travel power chairs. On standard portable models, you have to lean over the floorboard to unplug internal battery cables and clip wire harnesses before lifting. The Jimmie's wireless quick-latch system lets you simply pull one release knob to uncouple the frame blocks instantly. The internal terminal connections snap back into perfect alignment automatically when reassembling, making it a spectacular tool for independent solo drivers who want to throw their vehicle into a trunk quickly and hit the road."
Variant Configuration Profiles
Select your preferred factory joystick mount alignment and mechanism style:
- Jimmie Power Chair — Standard Right-Hand Joystick SKU: UL8WPBS-SR | UPC: 082238311516
- Jimmie Power Chair — Standard Left-Hand Joystick SKU: UL8WPBS-SL | UPC: 082238311517
- Jimmie Power Chair — Swing-Away Right-Hand Joystick SKU: UL8WPBS0-SAR | UPC: 082238311518
- Jimmie Power Chair — Swing-Away Left-Hand Joystick SKU: UL8WPBS0-SAL | UPC: 082238311519
Technical Specifications
Review the comprehensive manufacturing metrics and dimensions for the Shoprider Jimmie:
- Weight Capacity Limit: 250 lbs
- Heaviest Disassembled Component: 35.8 lbs (Rear Drive Assembly Section)
- Total Combined Operating Weight: 106 lbs (All Modules Combined with Batteries)
- Maximum Top Velocity: Up to 3.75 mph
- Estimated Driving Range: Up to 10 Miles per charge cycle
- Turning Radius Track: 26 inches
- Mechanical Ground Clearance: 2.0 inches
- Chassis Overall Dimensions: 35" L x 22.5" W
- Comfort Seating Width: 17 inches Travel Cushion
- Tire & Wheel Architecture: 9" Solid Drive Tires | 6" Solid Front Casters
- Safe Climbing Gradient: 6 degrees maximum (10% standard grade limit)
- Power Cell Configuration: Dual 12V Power Packs (21.3 lbs each) | 2A Off-Board Charger
- Procurement Benefit Profile: Fully FSA and HSA Eligible Option
Universal Equipment Warranty Protection
- Main Structural Alloy Chassis Framework: 5-Year Limited Warranty Protection
- In-Line Electric Drive Motors & Transaxles: 12-Month Limited Warranty
- Electronic Control Modules, Joystick & Braking: 12-Month Limited Warranty
- Factory Deep-Cycle Battery Blocks: 6-Month Limited Battery Warranty
* Note: A 1-year residential labor service contract is integrated at the time of purchase ($65 per serial number allocation). Labor tracking coverage includes the 48 contiguous United States. Standard parts warranty parameters exclude independent field technician labor fees.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the practical advantage of a swing-away joystick over a standard fixed mount?
A: Standard fixed joystick controllers extend permanently past the armrest padding, which can crash into table edge trim when you try to pull up to restaurant tables, workstations, or dining surfaces. Choosing our premium swing-away upgrade allows you to pivot the controller entirely sideways out of the way, letting your chair roll fully flush against counters without hitting the steering joystick.
Q: Does the Jimmie require me to connect any wiring looms when reassembling the frame sections?
A: No, absolutely not. That is the ultimate beauty of the Wireless Take-A-Part layout. The front and rear frame sections incorporate heavy-duty electrical contact blocks built right into the chassis joints. When you latch the sections back together, the terminal contacts match up automatically, instantly establishing full system power without forcing you to deal with clumsy plastic wire pins.
Q: Are the 9-inch solid drive wheels appropriate for outdoor pavement travel?
A: Yes, perfectly. Because the 9-inch drive wheels and 6-inch front casters utilize a heavy-duty solid rubber composite layout, they are 100% puncture-proof against driveway gravel or sharp pavement shards away from home. Additionally, they feature a completely non-marking composition, ensuring they won't leave dark rubber scuff marks on interior polished wood or tile floors.
