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Mobility Scooters: Is a Mobilty Scooter Right For You?

For many seniors and disabled people, mobility scooters offer freedom and mobility that would otherwise be impossible. Mobility scooters are convenient because they can get you out of the house and get you downtown, easily and quickly.

Many disabled people prefer mobility scooters to wheelchairs, for one reason. Scooters look more like small motorcyles than wheelchairs and thus are less "stigmatizing". But a power wheelchair has a major advantage to a mobility scooter in that it is much more maneuverable and so is much easier to use indoors or in tight places.

Are you thinking about buying a mobility scooter? Read more about mobility scooters at the mobility scooter website.

Travel Scooters

Travel Scooters are for multi-purpose use

Travel Scooters are usually:
* Small and Light Weight: Not meant for very tall or heavy users
* Modular: Break-down into small, easty to lift units. Convenient for transport
* Inexpensive: Many cost under $1.000
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Disassembly of a Travel Scooter

Travel Scooters are easy to take apart and put together.

This video will give you an idea of how easy it is to take apart and put together a travel scooter. Notice that it has 4 easy to lift modules. These modules can be easily lifted into the trunk of your car. No lift is required for transportation.
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Full Size Scooters

Comfortable and Practical

Full Size Scooters:
* More comfortable than Travel Scooters
* Some have highly adjustable chairs, sometimes electrically controlled
* Most can accomodate up to 300lbs
* Most can go up to 20miles on a charge
* Many will require a lift to be transported.
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Remember That:

* 3-Wheel Scooters: maneuverable, for in- and outdoor use
* 4-Wheel Scooters: stable, for mostly outdoor use

Heavy Duty Scooters

Heavy Duty Scooters
* The "SUV" of Scooters
* Can accomodate from 350 to 500lbs (check specifications).
* Can accomodate tall users.
* Built for comfort
* Heavy: A lift will almost always be required for transport
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Mobility Scooter Batteries

How To Buy a Mobility Scooter Battery

Mobility scooter batteries must be occaisionally replaced. Mobility scooter batteries may be the most frequent and the most expensive repair you may make. In order to simplify the process we have created a review of mobility scooter batteries.

Want to Travel With Your Scooter?

If you would rather not have a tiny travel scooter and you want to take your scooter with you when you travel, consider a mobility scooter lift. While there are several manufacturers, Harmar makes some of the best scooter lifts on the market.

If buy an external lift, think about how you will open your trunk. You may need a lift with a swing-away arm.
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Scooter Safety

A scooter is a small motorcycle. Safety is a must

A mobility scooter is a small motor cycle and should be operated with similar respect for your safety and the safety of others. Here you will find a collection of items you can buy to make your time on your mobility scooter much more enjoyable, such as:

* Helmets

* Horns

* Lights

* Safety Flags

* Etc

Does someone you know ride a mobility scooter outside? Click here to Email this page! and say, I am concerned about you. A mobility scooter safety item, like a horn or helmet also makes a great gift idea for someone you love.

Do you have an idea for an item that is not featured here? Do you have feedback on a medical scooter accessory that you bought and love? Please leave us a note at the bottom of the page.

Pleaes note there may be certain requirements in your area concening helmets or other items.  For example, they may require that helmets adhere to ANSI, Snell or DOT certification standards. Be certain that these items meet your local requirements. You can call your local authorities and ask if there are any special requirements.

HJC Helmets are some of the best helmets on the market

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Do You Own or Plan to Own a Mobility Scooter?

What Kind of Scooter?

I would like to know what kind of scooter is more popular. If you own a scooter or are planning to buy a scooter, please let us know which type of scooter

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Shoei Helmets

Shoei is famous as a racing helmet and is known in industry for its cool designs and strong construction. Imagine how cool you will look wearing your Shoei on your new scooter.
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Are Mobility Scooters A Danger?

Should Mobility Scooter Drivers Be Licensed?

Mobility scooters are more dangerous than you think. Unfortunately, there are many mobility scooter accidents. Mobility scooters are frequently hit by cars and mobility scooters frequently hit pedestrians. In some countries there is pressure to have mobility scooter drivers licensed.


What are your thoughts on this subject?

Do you think that mobility scooter drivers should be licensed?

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No, mobility scooters aren't so dangerous. No license should be required.

Papier says:

I don't think they go fast enough to be as much of a hazard as those new scooters the kids and teens are using, and nothing like the problem of bicycles on the sidewalks.

Posted October 11, 2011

michael Riquier, Jr. says:

NO. ALREADY LOST LICENSE

Posted August 22, 2011

don says:

If you force a licence for a mobilirt scooter then you will have to do the same for bicyles, scooters are the feet of a mobility restricted disabled person, just like a seeing eye dog is the eyes for a blind person. Yoy cannot removed refuse a abled bodied person the use of his or her feet so why can we feel we have the right to refuse the a mobility restricted person from his or her mobility freedom through the use of a wheelchair or scooter.

I believe common sense should prefail on driving anything rather that be a bicycle or a scooter. Because of very limited mobility I use a scooter / wheelchair, and I seen more issues with able bodied people rather that be walking traffic or vehicle traffic, it may be surprising on how many vehicles block ramps at intersections and even moving the vehicle and blocking the way when you are part way across the intersection cross walk, how many people strand on the sidewalk and do not want to move out of the way when there is only one spot that has a ramp onto the sidewalk, and you basically have to nudge you way onto it to get people to move as staying on the road is not an option when the traffic light is about to change.

Now scooters and wheelchairs can often be lower than vehicles and sometimes the vehicle drivers are not paying attention enough to spot them

Also a lot of scooters / wheelchairs do not have lights on them, and on that item perhaps just like bicycles scooters and wheelchairs should be requried to have lighting on them at night and I would support that, it makes them easier to spot.

Posted July 21, 2011

michael says:

i think thaT IN THIS WORLD EVERY ONE SHOULD BEABLE TO GET AROUND AND SEE EVERY THING

Posted May 30, 2010

Yes, mobility scooters are a danger to the driver and society. They should be licensed.

 

Cycle Helmets

Cycle Helmets are lightweight, comfortable and affordable

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Gloves with Added Protection

These gloves are designed for motorcyclists. Some feature added protection, such as Kevlar, which is found in body armor. Others feature added insulation for warmth. Read carefully and select the best gloves for you.
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Fun Mobility Scooter Club!

Watch The Red Wheelies Mobility Scooter Club

This looks like fun. Do you know a few mobility scooter users? Why not organize your own mobility scooter club like the Red Wheelies!!
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Knee and Elbow Protection

Next to your head and hands, the knees are the most likely part of your body to be injured when riding a scooter. Wearing some kind of knee protection is a very good idea. The challenge is to find something convenient, comfortable and strong. Below are a few suggestions:
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Buy a Horn and Let them Hear You Coming

Almost every mobility scooter driver complains that their horn is just not loud enough. So, if your horn sounds more like a bird chirping than a lion roaring, consider getting a REAL horn, such as one below.
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Mobility Scooter Pics

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Safety Flag

Your scooter is down low and most cars, trucks and SUVs are up high. A safety flag is a MUST so you will be seen. Here are a few to select from.
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Safety Lights

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Cool Safety Light

This light is made for wheelchairs, but if there is a flat surface or a lip to clip to, it can be used for a mobility scooter as well.

It can improve nighttime visibility and give a cool underglow effect.
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