To start we need to define what a recreational all-terrain mobility scooter is. These mobility scooters are designed to be fun to use and oftentimes provide better accessibility to the outdoors for those mobility challenges. With that being said, recreational mobility scooters aren't necessarily designed for indoor use. Mobility scooters don't have to be just a simple mobility aid. They can be fun and flashy too. Recreational electric mobility scooters are often times much sleeker and sporty looking than your standard scooter. This will allow you to stand out in a crowd as you cruise at much faster speeds and for longer distances.
Recreational mobility scooters are scooters that are heavy duty and include higher weight capacities, longer drive range, suspension, ground clearance, and overall a faster top speed. These heavy duty mobility scooters are designed to tackle the outdoors by being equipped to traverse various types of terrain without jeopardizing your comfort and safety. Some even include a canopy and speaker system to jam your favorites tunes and you enjoy your device in the shade. One thing to consider that if you plan to travel with your new reactional scooter you will need a vehicle lift or trailer to bring it along. In this blog post we will go into detail on who should be researching these mobility scooters and how to breakdown the best possible one for your lifestyle.
Weight Capacity
Recreational mobility scooters almost always have a much higher weight capacity than your standard mobility scooter. This means your new recreational scooter will accommodate up to 500 lbs. which makes it a great options for people of all shapes and sizes. Your average mobility scooter will have a weight capacity between 250 lbs. to 350 lbs. The increased weight capacity also means you will be driving a sturdy mobility scooter which increase your overall safety during your usage.
Drive Range
Recreational heavy-duty mobility scooters are equipped with a far superior drive range over a normal mobility scooter. These devices have a drive range between 35-50 miles on a single charge where a normal scooter is roughly 8-18 miles maximum on a full charge. These longer drive ranges make recreational scooters a perfect selection for parks, bike trails, grocery runs, and wherever else you need to go. Many people rely on a recreational mobility scooter as their transportation around town so having a longer drive range makes these mobility scooters perfect for their lifestyle.
Suspension
Your average mobility scooter does not include suspension. Sure, a few smaller folding mobility scooters include them, but not to the extent of your typical recreational mobility scooter. These scooters feature high end suspension systems since they are designed to tackle varies terrains. The clients looking for recreational scooters almost always use their scooter strictly outdoors so having this type of feature is critical. Suspension will allow cushion your travel over varies bumps and terrain during your outdoor use.
E-Wheels EW-11 Recreational Mobility Scooter in Blue
Ground Clearance
Standard ground clearance clocks in anywhere between 1.5 - 3 inches. Recreational mobility scooters have an increased ground clearance up to 5 inches. This increased ground clearance combined with the suspension will allow you to traverse various terrains without sacrificing your comfortable riding experience. Since recreational mobility scooters are mainly designed for outdoor use you must have a higher ground clearance.
Maximum Speed
Your standard mobility scooter often have a max speed speed of 3-4 miles per hour. A recreational mobility scooter demolishes that speed with a range of 10-15 miles per hour. This is ideal for people who will be using their recreational heavy-duty mobility scooter to get across town to run errands. It also makes it a great option for bike trails that are often times found in larger cities. These units are not road approved so please stick to the sidewalk.
E-Wheels EW-36 Recreational Mobility Scooter
Don't let limited mobility keep you from enjoying your active outdoors lifestyle. We suggest looking into a heavy-duty recreational mobility scooter if you need to go longer distances and have a need for speed. We hope this quick overview shows you just how great a three or four wheel recreational scooter can be. If you have any questions please contact one of our mobility experts to discuss all of your questions. Don't forget to ask them about your special pricing as well.