Travel Mobility Scooters For Sale
Mobility scooters for travel provide stability and convenience to seniors on mobility. Whether you're going to the store, visiting friends or family or even traveling by air or sea the scooters are simple to disassemble and pack away for worry-free transport.
Travel scooters come with a variety of wheel designs, such as solid and foam-filled wheels that will never go flat and pneumatic (air-filled) wheels that offer a smoother ride. Some also come with suspension systems for enhanced stability.
Three-Wheel Scooters
There are two main categories of scooters: the more difficult two-wheeled models and the more stable three-wheeled models that aid with balance and weight shift. Some scooters come with wheels at the back for added stability. Others use the bicycle-like steering system, where kids lean forward to steer. We found that 3-wheelers equipped with polyurethane (rather than plastic) wheels offer smoother rides over pavement cracks and sidewalks. They also have a shorter turning radius than two-wheelers.
For kids to feel comfortable riding, they need a wide foot deck that lets their feet fit on the platform without rub against one another. All the scooters that we tested for this review had wide foot decks and adjustable handlebars to allow kids to develop with their scooter. A height-adjustable handlebar also helps children find the ideal position for them to feel confident and balanced.
Many kids' scooters are built to last many kids and years of rough use and tear, so they're constructed from robust materials that can withstand damage from bumps and dents. The Micro Maxi, for example, is made with rust-resistant aluminum and a strong fiberglass-reinforced deck. The 125-mm wheels feature polyurethane rubber that provides a smooth, quiet ride on different surfaces and absorbs small bumps in the road.
Children should wear pads and helmets to protect their knees and arms from injury. Lauren Drobnjak, a pediatric physical therapist, recommends that children ride a scooter that has handles that are set at a height where their arms are at 90 degrees from their shoulders. She also says that riders must always wear socks and shoes. Scooter owners should regularly clean their wheels, and lubricate them with silicone grease to keep the metal from rubbing against each other.
Four-Wheel Scooters
There's a travel scooter that will suit any body type and lifestyle. The factors that affect your choice include whether or not you prefer a three-wheeled or four-wheeled model, the radius of turning and weight capacity. Other aspects to consider include the battery type or if you'd like a tiller with an indicator for battery and other bells and whistles, as well as the cost.
A good scooter can help you live your life and move around, regardless of your mobility requirements. There are a variety of options to suit your budget and needs. You can even find used scooters for sale online and from local resellers. Some insurance plans such as Tricare, cover a portion or all the cost of your scooter. You can also apply for grants, like the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
If you're looking to purchase a travel scooter that is easy to maneuver and fits in a trunk it's the Glashow S3 gets high marks from reviewers. The scooter can take on rough terrain, but still has enough power to tackle steep inclines. It comes with a seat that slides and rotates to allow for easier transfer on and off the scooter, and a tiller console that includes a battery panel to simplify navigation.
If you need more space and a higher speed, consider Drive Medical's Panther, which can go up to 4 speeds of 4. The scooter has a bigger foot deck than some other models, and its broad base gives it stability. It has a smaller turning radius than other travel scooters, and it can run two U1 batteries, which are the same type as those used in lawnmowers. The tiller console can be adjusted to fit left- or right-handed drivers, and it comes with a LED headlight and taillights, brake lights and brake lights, as well as an easy-to-read battery panel and an USB charging port.
Foldable Scooters
The most comfortable travel mobility scooters offer a unique design that allows them to fold into three component pieces to be stored in a corner, closet or in the trunk of a car. This design is perfect for those who need the convenience of a compact model but don't need to deal with the hassles of an entire scooter. With less than one minute to put together and disassemble it is easy to use and easy to transport.
Some travel scooters can also be disassembled to transport them in a plane or car depending on the manufacturer. The Go-Go Elite Traveller, for example, is designed to be able to be separated into its frame, seat and battery box so that it fits into most car trunks and baggage compartments on airlines. This scooter is a great option for travelers looking for a high-performance scooter that is portable, has a good range and can be easily disassembled.
Other popular travel scooters include the LiteRider HD and the Golden BuzzAround Extreme. Both have a tighter turning radius, a larger Captain's Seat, and a more expansive back deck to give you more space. These features make these scooters ideal for shopping trips, trips to the local café or pool and community events. These models are equipped with powerful 500 watt motors that ensure you get to your destination quickly and safely. These models are also offered with white glove service and in-home service. Click Image to View Manufacturers' Product Brochures.
Suspension
A mobility scooter offers an enormous amount of freedom for those who ride mobility scooters, and can help to ease pains and aches in your legs and back. However, your town pavement isn't going to be a smooth surface, and bumps and small potholes could easily knock a regular mobility scooter off its balance and result in a bone-shaking ride that can worsen existing pains and aches.
electric mobility scooters for sale that has suspension can solve this problem, and make the ride more comfortable. A suspension system that is of good quality will be able to absorb these forces without affecting other wheels' performance and can be adjusted to your preferences. This is especially useful for those who ride their scooter on roads that are not maintained or paths.
While they are never going to flat, they don't provide the smoothest ride. Full-sized and all terrain scooters will typically have pneumatic (air-filled) tires, and these offer a much smoother ride.
The way a mobility scooter is controlled is different for each model however most will come with a tiller that is a T-shaped column that turns the front wheels to the left and right. The controls for speed, forward/reverse and turning signals are often located on the tiller. Some scooters also have delta tillers which offer more flexible hand positions and are also easier to hold for those with less strength or dexterity in their arms.
It is worthwhile to look for suspension options if you are thinking of purchasing a travel mobility scooter. It is common to locate scooters with suspension by looking at the specifications, and those that have it will have the word "Suspension" or a similar specifications listed.