Monday, January 11, 2010

Mobility Scooters UKs Growing Fleet

By Jake Miles

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

Check the seat: Is it comfortable for you and do you have enough legroom. Do you need the seat to be able to swivel. Some people depending on what their mobility problems are, find that a seat that swivels is easier to get on and off.

Three wheels or four: While a three wheeler is easier to maneuver which can be important some people with less upper body strength, it can be less stable on rough terrain. A four wheeler tends to more stable and can handle much easier the process of mounting curbs.

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.

Consider where you want to use your mobility scooter: If you want to ride on the road with your mobility scooters UK and local council restrictions need to be checked. Do you want to ride on hills or will it mainly be on flat ground.

You can find information about mobility scooters UK wide. Talk to your dealer and get your friends experiences before buying a new mobility scooter.

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