Thursday, July 29, 2010

Mobility Scooter – Buying Tips

Have you decided to buy a mobility scooter? Of course, the decision to buy an electric mobility scooter may be daunting. But it is always a good investment that you can enjoy for years. Nowadays mobility scooters are gaining much popularity among elderly people and people with limited mobility. There is variety of mobility scooter models available today. Finding the best deal could be difficult, hence, to ease your purchase, here are some buying tips.

To start with, you need to decide of how many wheels you would like your scooter to have. Also decide whether it is for indoor or outdoor use. The traditional three-wheeled mobility scooters ensure excellent maneuverability and are best suited for indoor use. While the four-wheeled mobility scooters ensure maximum stability and are ideal for outdoor use as they are made to suit uneven surfaces.

If your need is mobility scooter for indoor use, then you need to do some assessment inside your home before making the purchase. Measure the width of doors and hallways of your premise so that you will know the maximum width and turning radius of the scooter you are going to purchase.

Go for mobility scooters with better upgrade options. Before buying, decide beforehand the various features of mobility scooters, such as portability, battery life, and weight. Ensure that your mobility scooter assures long battery life and has easy to recharge batteries. Some models of mobility scooters are portable, they are lightweight and can be easily folded up to be carried in your car trunk. This type of mobility scooter is highly beneficial if you plan frequent travel with your scooter. By deciding upon all these three factors, you can narrow down your search.

The next step is to make an assessment relating to the carrying capacity of your mobility scooter. For this, you need to consider your personal needs. Every model of mobility scooter has different engine strengths. When tabulating the desired carrying capacity of the scooter, consider factors such as your body weight, medical and other accessories, shopping baskets, pets, and so on.

The next important factor to be considered is the comfort. When we talk about comfort, seat should be discussed first. Try out all the seating options so that you can choose the best one that makes you feel comfortable. Once the seat selection is done, decide on other customizable options such as lights, horns, right or left handed, storage and baskets, arm types, and so on. Generally, mobility scooters are available in typical colors, such as red, blue, and green in medical supply stores. Choose the color that blends well with your ambience.

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