Power Scooters

Power Scooters
By Devilito

Nowadays, there are many types of scooters, one of them is power scooters. Power scooters are designed with three or four wheels. Power scooters are generally operated by a thumb controller placed on the handlebar. Power scooters can be used for both outdoor and indoor purposes. Power scooters are mainly used by physically disabled and elderly people for moving around freely without the help of others.

Power scooters come with various of types. One of the innovative models in mobility scooters is the power scooter with three wheels. This scooter is a combination of cutting edge technology and irresistibility. This is lightweight and compact scooter and ideal for outdoor use and can travel at a speed of 1 to 5 mph. Four wheeled power scooters are the culmination of solid performance and state-of-the-art technology. They travel at a speed of 6 mph, on an average. A four wheel power scooter weighs approximately 350 to 400 pounds and a three wheel power scooter weighs approximately 220 to 250 pounds. Most power scooters can be easily folded into 3 or 4 sections. Hence, they can be easily carried on the trunk of cars, trucks, vans or other vehicles.

Power scooters are available with different power modes. This includes gas motor scooters and electrical powered motor. The electrical powered scooters come with a 12V rechargeable battery. Electric motorized scooters are more in demand among the masses among the different power modes.

Power scooters can be purchased from online stores, local outlets, and dealers depending on the availability. Online purchase will be an ideal choice for a wider option of power scooters. The power scooters marketed with many brands. Among the various brands of power scooters, Honda, Invacare, Wheelcare, Pacesaver, Trail Blazer, Easy-Light, Pride and Ranger are some of the most popular.

On an average, power scooters cost approximately $800 for a small capacity mode and around $5,000 for larger versions. Used power scooters are also available in the market for budget conscious people. Used power scooters, with advance features, will cost less than $1,500.

Power scooters come with various options in prices, battery capacity, weight, number of wheels and sizes. A carefully selected power scooter can be the one of the best purchases ever made for the handicapped, disabled or elderly.