With an aging population mobility scooters UK wide have become very popular due to better technology and more affordable prices
. For many, a mobility scooter provides freedom to get around that other options such as wheelchairs can't provide. Before you purchase a mobility scooter you need to do a little research. Just as different cars suit different people the same applies to mobility scooters. Here are 5 things you need to think about:
Size: will the mobility scooter fit in the places you want to take it, store it and charge it. Will it fit through your front gate? What is the maximum load the scooter can carry. Does the scooter need to fit in another vehicle to be transported around
Seat: Do you need a seat that moves in a particular way such as swiveling perhaps or does it need to be able to go up or down.
How many wheels do you need: While this may seem an odd thing to think about it is quite critical. A four wheeler is more stable and can handle some uneven ground. The three wheeler on the other hand is easier to manoeuvre but it is considered much more unstable and may tip over in some circumstances.
Batteries: You need to find out how far you will be able to go on your scooter without having to recharge the battery. You should check what sort of battery it has and how often it will need to be recharged. Find out what the expected battery life is and what a replacement would cost.
Where do you want to go on your mobility scooter. If there are hills in your area your scooter will need more power than if it is a flat run down to the shops and back. If you want to drive on the roads on your mobility scooter UK law and council restrictions need to be considered.
With the range of mobility scooters UK wide there will be an option available that suits your lifestyle and pocket,