There are a few different kinds of 3 and 4 wheeled electric mobility scooters around but the main thing to consider when buying is whether it's to be used indoors or out. It's advisable to make a list of reasons as to why you want one and the places you will be using it, this will give you more idea of what you should be looking for.
Heavy duty scooters can take you all the way to the shops and back and are pretty sturdy, whilst portable scooters are great for using indoors and easier for storing in the car, both are available with either 3 or 4 wheels.
If you are still able to drive and intend taking your scooter to places by transporting it by car on a regular basis then look at the advantages of a portable or folding scooter as they have been specially designed from lightweight materials making them easy to lift and fit neatly into a car boot, and they can easily broken down and reassembled without assistance. However remember that it also needs to be strong enough to take your body weight over an extended period of time, and more if you intend to carry heavy shopping bags onto it.
Portable scooters are very simple to drive, learning the basics won't take you too long as they're designed for indoors and have a tighter turning radius which is handy for negotiating tight corners and easier to control in smaller spaces. A 4 wheeled portable scooter can be a sturdier option as they provide a higher level of stability on uneven ground. The Regatta scooter range is particularly popular and straight-forward to operate.
If you plan on going some distance in your scooter then it's worth checking out how much distance you can cover until the battery runs down, if battery life is short this could cause problems particularly if you get to your destination but then can't get back! Range is generally measured by the manufacturers and given in miles, think about the trips you intend taking in it and ensure the battery charge can cover these, if not you may need to consider upgrading.
How fast the scooter can go is a priority question for sales staff because this is also an indication of the scooter's power. The more powerful it is the better for you as it will be able to negotiate inclines and surfaces that are unpaved easily.
Always check the scooter over carefully before deciding to buy as a good quality model can last you for a very long time and it's not an investment you want to have to make twice. The base plate and wheels are the two main parts that provide the majority of the support. The base plate is where you place your feet and generally made from aluminum, steel or a composite material depending on whether the scooter is for inside or outside use, and the size of the wheels matters because they affect how easily a scooter is able to navigate over an obstacle and how stable it will be. If you qualify for the motability scooter scheme then start checking out scooters today and get around a lot faster.
As well as the safety aspects you also need to see your scooter before buying as you will want to test it for comfort, if you are intending on using it a lot then you want to be able to adjust it easily for your fit and ensure it has a comfortable seat. Some mobility scooters may have longer platforms or a base that extends to accommodate people with longer legs and if you need extra help getting on and off look for a model with a swivelling seat.
Author Resource:-
Michiel Van Kets writes articles about Value Mobility, the friendliest retailer of mobility scooter in the UK. If you qualify for a motability scooter scheme you can even hire one of the top of the range models such as a Regatta scooter at very low weekly rates.
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