When looking for a mobility scooter the manufacture can make a difference. Many companies produce equipment all over the world. Just as the auto makers have the big three. Manufacturers and distributers of mobility scooters have some big players as well.
What is important to you is obviously quality but also support. As a scooter owner you are taking on some care and maintenance responsibility. With that you will have questions technical and otherwise. You will need parts like batteries and possible cosmetic replacement.
Name brand companies of Mobility Scooters like The Scooter Store and Hoveround have the history in the business to stay the course. They have enough products in the market place to have an availability of parts. Technical support is only a“phone call away”.
As for the mobility scooter market manufactures can vary. Thankfully there are some real winners in the list.
Pride Mobility tops the list. This company has been building quality scooters from the start. The selection they provide is vast and the reputation with actual owners is strong. If you are looking for a Power Wheelchair or Mobility Scooter new or used then Pride Mobility has the product.
Rascal is no slouch! Inside the scooter market Rascal has earned its share in the heavily competitive field. Customers rave at the portable scooter that has been produced for over ten years. Its light weight and easy maneuverability make it a favorite among users. With friendly customer service and a solid product Rascal is a winner in my book.
Invacare has built a strong market place when looking for a unique or specific use power chair. It also produces and distributes in home medical equipment to over 25,000 different medical equipment suppliers. If you are looking for a full service supplier that has been in business for over 25 years then look for their products.
Look for others to follow as we continue to investigate the best mobility scooter manufacturer.
The first thing to consider when looking into mobility scooters is what is it you are looking to accomplish.
What is the purpose of the scooter?
Is it to help you navigate through your home or is it to run to the grocery store? The point is to consider your needs.
How often will it be used?
Some folks are capable of completely eliminating their automobile and utilize the mobility scooter in all facets of their lives. If this is your goal then a Larger scooter is probably the direction you should continue. (Considering the space available in your home of course.)
If personal mobility in your home is a priority you may consider a power wheelchair. Power wheelchairs are extremely agile and capable of “spinning or rotating” in confined spaces. They are also built solid enough to take or use outdoors.
Both mobility scooters and power wheelchairs can be loaded onto power lifts. These lifts mount to the back of your vehicle to a class three hitch. The hitches are available at any u-haul shop. They have a large selection and can install that day. Most mid size and up vehicles can support a lift. Not all!
Lightweight scooters are designed to be quickly and easily disassembled and placed into the trunk. They are all approximately 100 lbs in total weight give or take. As they are considered light weight you must still consider the amount of effort and personal agility to take one apart. The batteries will be the heaviest portion at about 35 lbs. You must be able to bend and lift comfortably or consider a larger scooter with a power lift.
REMEMBER:
1. What is the purpose?
2. Consider your needs!
3. Power Wheelchairs and Mobility Scooters can be loaded onto lifts.
4. Lightweight still requires effort to disassemble.
Medicare and Insurance companieswill cover the expense of a new power wheelchair. Well up to 80% that is if you meet certain criteria. Some companies like spinlife.com will help with the medicare billing process but the criteria remain the same for all.
First of all you will need a Doctor’s prescription. Your Physician must state that you have a need for mobility in your home. That you are bed ridden and not capable to maneuver your home without the help of a mobility aid. Medicare or your Insurance company is not going to pay for a device just so you can get around outdoors. It must not be for mere convenience or recreational use. “You must have a physical need for the mobility chair in your home.”
Further requirements include that you are fully capable of operating the scooter safely on your own. A Doctor’s assessment to determine “ability to operate” is needed.
You must be mentally capable to operate such equipment. Also a Doctors assessment to determine ability to operate is needed.
Clear or corrected vision is obviously important in the operation of these scooters and power wheelchairs. Make sure to have your Doctor include this in his assessment for a mobility chair.
Your home must be capable of allowing a chair movement to have any effectiveness at all. It is not going to help you to get a chair that has no room to maneuver. They come with some pretty concise controls allowing you to spin on a dime but you will still need to arrange the furniture.
Mobility Scooters and Power Wheelchairs are a great advantage for those whom need them to keep up in a busy world. Allowing access and freedom to an independent lifestyle.Your Doctor is the best one to help in the process. He is the one that will make the determination as to your mobility needs. So needless to say the better you get along with them the more likely your Medicare or Insurance will pick up the 80%.
The Spitfire EX offers the “quality and functionality” of our popular 4-wheel Spitfire scooter in a new package. The Spitfire EX features our quick disconnect system, allowing the chair to be disassembled and reassembled easily for transport so that you can get on the road faster!
The Spitfire EX also features an infinitely adjustable tiller so you can put the controls exactly where you need them. Plus, a brand new body style makes the Spitfire EX really stand out while also providing increased foot space for the rider.
For a scooter that makes mobility a “snap”, look no further than the Spitfire EX!
4 Wheel Spitfire EX 1420 Mobility Scooter Features 300 lb. weight capacity
Standard foldable, 360 degree swivel seat
9 mile estimated range
12 degree maximum incline
0-4 mph variable speed
Flip-up armrests with adjustable
Disassembles without tools into 4 pieces Heaviest piece only 28 lbs.
Anti-tip wheels for greater safety
Only available in Sports Red and Blue Spitfire Model EX 1420 Specifications:
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