Mobility Scooters 101 Part 2

Make sure that the scooter you buy can be transported. If you use your scooter at work then you need to carry it in your car. If it is a large bulky scooter, you will have a hard time transporting it. Most of the latest designs of scooters have folding features which allow you to fold and store the scooter in the trunk of the car. For a frequent traveler, this feature is a major requirement

Get a scooter which is easy to use. The old mobility scooters had long handles and access to many parts can be difficult. Never buy a scooter without first trying it. Sit on it, ride it, and get the feel. The other feature of a scooter one needs to asses is how it operates; is it stable, can you maneuver the scooter in tight spaces and corner and can it go up an incline?

Further, for those who live in apartment, the mobility scooter must be capable of going backwards and turning in tight spaces. Always make sure the scooter is stable on all planes.

Comfort should be another feature to look for when buying a scooter. Make sure that the handlebars and seat height is adequate. Some large scooters also come with removable parts for easy transport. Most large scooters have many more features and are stable but can be difficult to store/transport. The more fancy scooters come with padded seats and many even have a back rest. The more accessories you add, the more expensive the scooter becomes.

For those who work or shop, one needs to get a scooter which can carry luggage. If you go grocery shopping, you need to the scooter to safely carry the bags. Determine what weight you can carry on the scooter. Most current scooters can carry a weight of 300-350 pounds. Some scooters even have a baggage comportment near the handlebars.

Cost: The cost is a major factor when buying a scooter. The least fancy ones cost around $600 and the more expensive one go above $1000. If you do not know what you want, go browse online and write to the reps. The last thing you should do is buy a scooter in a rush and find out that it does not have any of the above features

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