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Mobility Scooters are the latest buzzword these days in affordable personalized transport. They offer easy and affordable transportation facilitating your daily chores. They are available in a variety of options. Different styles and colors, different models, different ranges and capabilities; it can all get quite confusing when you’re trying to make the most informed choice. So, here, to help you out, are a few tips:
• Capacity- Typically, you won’t be able to carry more than 250 pounds on a standard lightweight scooter without causing your vehicle serious damage, so this is a fact that must always be kept in mind.
• Tires- You have two options when it comes to tires:
Pneumatic tires: These act as terrific shock absorbers when traveling on bumpy roads or uneven areas but are prone to get punctured. So if you opt for these, keep an eye on tire pressure.
Solid Rubber tires: These aren’t going to absorb shocks very effectively and in fact may feel quite stiff to the rider. You will also have to be aware of when you’ll need a tire change and this will depend on how frequently your scooter is ridden.
• Stability- 4-wheel models are always a more stable bet than the 3-wheel ones, but the latter have the obvious advantage of maneuverability. They are far easier to control down aisles, in your home and when taking a tight corner.
• Insurance- Always check with your medical insurance agents whether your purchases are coverable by insurance when buying one or more scooters. Some larger scooter models may come with a lift as they may not fit inside the trunk of a car with regards to storage. You should also remember to check that such a lift is also covered by your insurance policy.
• Range- The mileage range of your scooter per recharge is going to vary from 10 miles for a standard lightweight to 25-30 miles for sturdier models. The range, however, is dependent on several crucial factors you should always bear in mind.
. Most importantly, weight. As the weight on your scooter increases, its range will decrease, so key this factor in when making grocery trips or transporting other objects.
. The colder the weather, the range on your scooter may decrease if used out of doors.
. The batteries are going to affect your range too. If the range of your scooter is low, you’ll have to recharge more often between trips. Batteries, as they grow older, lose their capacity to store maximum charge and decrease the range of your mobility scooter and after a particular point, you will need to get your scooter batteries replaced. But the good news is, with advancements in battery technology, the range of your vehicle can only increase in future.
• Ask your scooter dealer if you have any queries regarding speed specifications of your vehicle.
Proper research is important when buying a mobility scooter. If you can get all the features and capabilities you require in one vehicle, your life and commute will get that much simpler.