Scooter options
Wibbles
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I had a lead acid powered mobility scooter for a couple of years a few years ago but the battery died due to not being constantly on charge (the wife has a fire phobia and we can't leave things on charge 24/7!)
I am looking for a lithium powered scooter - would I be correct in thinking that a lithium battery does not need to be on constant charge for it to maintain its charge?
If so what are my options?
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Having experienced both types of battery for my own electric wheelchairs, I can say that lithium batteries are a bit more reliable, and can be left without needing to be constantly charged.
I think they are more expensive to buy and replace, but are better to use overall.
Do you have any mobility aid providers with shops local to you? It would be a good idea to be able to test different scooters so you can get a feel for what's right for you. Sometimes they can offer home testing as well.
Let me know if there's anything else I can do to help if you need it0 -
Alex_Scope said:Having experienced both types of battery for my own electric wheelchairs, I can say that lithium batteries are a bit more reliable, and can be left without needing to be constantly charged.
I think they are more expensive to buy and replace, but are better to use overall.
Do you have any mobility aid providers with shops local to you? It would be a good idea to be able to test different scooters so you can get a feel for what's right for you. Sometimes they can offer home testing as well.
Let me know if there's anything else I can do to help if you need itThanks - my old scooter had "suspension" springs but solid plastic wheels so wasn't very comfortableRange required - say 10 miles and it needs to break down in to lightweight parts so my wife can lift it in to the car !What should I be looking for in a new scooter ?0 -
I've never purchased a mobility scooter myself @Wibbles, but I found the following pages on things to consider, and questions to ask yourself and the seller, before buying:
- 10 Things to Look For When Buying a Mobility Scooter (Blue Badge Mobility Insurance)
- Mobility scooters buying guide (Which?)
- Questions to Ask Before Buying A Mobility Scooter (CareCo)
- SCOOTER BUYING GUIDE (Clearwell mobility)
- Do You Need a Mobility Scooter? (Very Well Health)
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Is there any restrictions to what can be driven into a shop?
My mobility means that I cannot walk a step0 -
You will find a scooter doesn't really fit in smaller shops and too big to manoeuvre around
They are OK in supermarkets and larger shops
Also some cafes and restaurants are a struggle
Personally the scooters are OK for getting you out for what would be a ride etc
I have an electric folding wheelchair which is far better for getting in places it's same size as normal wheelchair and also fits easily in a car0 -
janer1967 said:gYou will find a scooter doesn't really fit in smaller shops and too big to manoeuvre around
They are OK in supermarkets and larger shops
Also some cafes and restaurants are a struggle
Personally the scooters are OK for getting you out for what would be a ride etc
I have an electric folding wheelchair which is far better for getting in places it's same size as normal wheelchair and also fits easily in a car
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No mine doesn't it just collapses and folds down it is quite heavy but my son can lift it in car you could always take battery off to lift
You should visit a mobility shop for advice and see options available0
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