Mobility Scooters

Hi, I recently had the tyres of my powerchair changed to pneumatic ones, in the hope of a softer ride. I do feel the vibrations and  bumps of roads hurt my lower back.

I used to ride a scooter several years ago and the solid tyres were fine. But my condition has progressed, therefore the need for different tyres now.

I guess it`s a case of try it first and then if you are experiencing a lot of pain, change to pneumatic.

cresta said:

Thankyou so much for your help. I do suffer severe back pain and arthritis in my knee's shoulders and neck so your advice has been really helpfull.

Hi @cresta, I have only just recently purchased my first scooter. It's a Kymco Maxi xls, with inflatable tyres. The suspension system on it is very good which reduces a bumpy ride depending on the conditions of pavements etc. Whilst I was waiting for the delivery of this scooter, the company lent me a solid-tyre model by a different maker and it was noticeably more bumpy and shaky... I don't know for certain, but you should be able to 'test drive' a few models yourself before committing to purchase, depending where you purchase it? 

Hi @cresta and @Roddy,

My scooter is a Kymco Mini Comfort LS which has all-round suspension and solid tyres. The ride is very good except on cobbles, but then if it wasn't for the suspension I would have been shaken to bits last week in Durham.  Definitely go for one with suspension.

.  So therefore I'm quite happy with the solids but try to avoid the cobbles!!

Does anybody know how to make the motor go faster? Mine does 8mph but a bit faster would be a definite bonus if it can be done?