Shoprider Mobility Scooter

A Guide to the Shoprider Mobility Scooter

Shoprider has been in the business of manufacturing both power chairs and scooter since 1988 and the Shoprider mobility scooter is considered one of the premier scooters on the market thanks to their innovative designs, advanced features and pricing that makes them affordable for almost everyone. At one time they were only available in the US where they were made, now they are available through many different sources in the UK.

There are currently 17 different models of Shoprider mobility scooters available, this is to make sure that there is a model to suit every budget and taste. The Altea is their smallest and lightest model weighing in at only 32 kg (70 pounds) and comes in both a 3 wheel and 4 wheel configurations. The Altea is designed to be easy to disassemble and stow in the boot of your car for easy transportation and comes with puncture proof tyres and an adjustable seat with armrests.

Street Models

If you are looking for models that can be run on the street you need to take a look at the Perrero, Perez, Cadiz, Torino, Cardoba or the Milan. All of these models are capable of going 13 kph (87 mph) as required by law for a scooter to be operated on the open road. The Perrero and the Perez are the lighter members of the set weighing in at 94 kg (207 pounds) and 96 kg (211 pounds) respectively while at other end of the spectrum are the Torino, Cardoba and Milan which all weigh 140 kg (308 pounds) but if you are looking for maximum carrying ability you need the Cardoba which can haul an amazing 222 kg (490 pounds) up to 56 km (35 miles) at 13 kph (8 mp).

Choosing the right Shoprider mobility scooter can be a challenge, you need to take into account who will be using the scooter and how it will be used. There are differences between scooters made for outside use and those made for mostly indoor use. Ultimately you need to try and take the person who is getting the scooter to a showroom where they can see the different models and try them out to see which one they like best. Barring this some companies will bring demonstrators to your home to make sure that you get the scooter that suits your needs best.