Classes And Sizes of Mobility Scooters
Mobility Scooters have some regulations, and it all depends on where you live. When buying a mobility scooter the first thing to consider is the size and class of scooter you need. Try to answer the following:
- Where will I be using it?
- Will I use it on the roads?
- The distance I need to go?
- Will It fit in my car trunk?
- Will I take it on public transport?
- What about storage?
I am sure the answers to these considerations will help you choose the class and size of the scooter.
Know The Classes And Sizes Of Mobility Scooters
Class 2 Mobility Scooters
Class 2 Mobility scooters can only be used on footpaths, streets, and to cross streets. They have an utmost speed of 6.4 Km/Hr. Class 2 Mobility Scooters are:
- used in the house
- Compact, lightweight and small
- Basic driving settings
- Some can be taken apart/folded up to accommodate into a car trunk
- Reduced battery life means they travel shorter ranges
Class 3 Mobility Scooters
Class 3 Mobility scooters can be used on pavements and streets. The optimum speed limit of these vehicles is 4mph on the pavement and 8mph (12.8kph) on the street. Driver must be 14 years old or over to drive a class 3 scooter. Class 3 Mobility Scooters are:
- Outdoor use
- Big and powerful
- Geared up with a rear-view mirror and reflectors, and extra controls for driving on roads: indicators, headlights, a horn and hazard lights
- Need a ramp or lift to transport them into a motor vehicle
- Extended battery life and tougher tires means they can travel longer ranges
Mobility Scooter Dimensions
Mobility scooters differ in length, width and height. It's significant to think about how big you require to sit on pleasantly - will you have space to loosen up your legs? You should also think about where you will store your scooter and where you will use it.
The mobility scooter's 'turning radius' is associated to its size. The turning radius establishes the amount of space the scooter requires to turn around entirely. A small scooter with a small turning radius will be less complicated to use indoors.
Scooters with three wheels have a smaller footprint and are simpler to move, but they may be less firm. There are frequently size and turning radius limitations when travelling on public transport. Some electric mobility scooters take apart or fold up so they can be stored or transported more conveniently.
Compact Mobility Scooters
Shoprider Scootie 3 Wheel Compact Scooter
Price: $665.54
The trademarked front wheels allow four-wheel stability with three-wheel balance with three-wheel ability to move. The Shoprider Scootie 3 Wheel Compact Scooter is length changeable and can fold down for simple transport. Read More...
dismentle Mobility Scooters
Drive Medical Bobcat 4 Wheel Compact Scooter
Sale Price: $719.00
List Price: $1908.45
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It comes in a hassle-free, compact 4 piece pattern enables for simple tool free assembly and disassembly. The comfy, height adjustable seat incorporates flip back adjustable arms and anti-tip to guarantee users convenience and protection.
The large carry basket of the Bobcat 4 wheel compact scooter offers a safe storage space for individual items and the tiller folds down for quick storage.
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Foldable Mobility Scooters
Lexis Light Folding Lightweight Travel Electric Scooter Tzora Classic
Sale Price: $1495.00
List Price: $1995.00
You Save: $500.00 (25%)
The Lexis Tzora Classic mobility scooter is only 22" wide and and has a very productive high torque motor with a strong power to climb steep hills, ramps and even slopes. Due to The Lexis Tzora Classic's innovative front wheel joint.
The Lexis Tzora Classic scooter offers 4-wheel balance with 3-wheel ability to move.
Lexis Tzora Classic features: Lightweight design and ultra easy fold in one piece only weighing 62 lbs and it fits conveniently into the trunk of car. Read More...
Luxury Mobility Scooters
Breeze S 3-Wheel Scooter Electric Mobility Scooter
Sale Price: $5053.00
List Price: $5,950.00
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The Breeze S 3-Wheel Scooter Electric Mobility Scooter presents the most advanced safety technique in the world, and offers remarkable comfort, simple control and improved style.
The Breeze S 3-Wheel Scooter Electric Mobility Scooter has taken every small aspect into concern with the to guarantee driver safety and convenience, such as state-of-the-art electronic controls, sophisticated shock absorbers, strengthened body and fully flexible seats. Read More...
Heavy Duty Mobility Scooters
Drive Medical Cobragt420cs Cobra Gt4 Heavy Duty Power Scooter
Sale Price: $3949.00
List Price: $8645.00
You Save: $4,696.00 (54%)
The Cobra GT4 features a dynamic, contemporary design and features cutting edge technological improvements to offer the most eye-catching, highest performance mobility scooter offered.
In addition, the Cobra provides optimum comfort with a sleek, constant ride and a luxurious Captain's Seat with a width of 20 inch. Encounter a new era in mobility scooter design with the Cobragt420cs Cobra Gt4 Power Mobility Scooter, the Heavy Duty Power mobility Scooter. Read More...
