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What is a bariatric mobility scooter?

Bariatric mobility scooters are specialized electric scooters designed to cater to the needs of individuals who have a higher weight capacity or are classified as obese.

These scooters are constructed with sturdy frames, reinforced components, and larger seating areas to provide stability, comfort, and safety for individuals with greater body weight.

Weight Capacity:

Bariatric scooters are designed to support significantly higher weight capacities compared to standard mobility scooters. While standard models typically have weight capacities ranging from 250 to 350 pounds (113 to 159 kilograms)

Bariatric scooters can typically accommodate weights ranging from 400 to 600 pounds (181 to 272 kilograms) or even more, depending on the specific model.

This increased weight capacity ensures that individuals with higher body weight can use the scooter without compromising its performance or safety.

Structural Features:

Bariatric mobility scooters feature several structural enhancements to provide a reliable and comfortable experience for users. These scooters are built with durable frames made of reinforced materials such as steel or aluminium, which can withstand the increased weight and provide stability during operation. The frames are designed to distribute the weight evenly across the scooter, reducing the risk of tipping or instability.

Seating and Comfort:

To accommodate larger individuals, bariatric scooters have wider seats with ample padding for comfort. The seats are designed to provide proper support and ensure a comfortable sitting position, even for extended periods. Additionally, the armrests and backrests are often reinforced to provide additional support and stability.

Footrests and Legroom:

Bariatric scooters feature broader footrests and provide more legroom to accommodate individuals with a larger body size. The wider footrests allow for more comfortable positioning of the feet and ensure proper support. The extra legroom ensures that users can sit comfortably without feeling cramped or restricted.

Powerful Motors and Suspension:

Bariatric scooters are equipped with more powerful motors to handle the increased weight capacity. These motors provide ample torque and speed, allowing users to navigate various terrains with ease.

Additionally, bariatric scooters often have reinforced suspensions to absorb shocks and provide a smoother ride, ensuring better comfort and stability even on uneven surfaces.

Safety Considerations:

Safety is a crucial aspect of bariatric mobility scooters. The enhanced structural design, wider base, and reinforced components help to ensure stability and prevent tipping.

The scooters may have larger wheels with improved traction to enhance stability and manoeuvrability. Bariatric scooters may also feature advanced braking systems, including electromagnetic brakes or disc brakes, to provide reliable stopping power.

It's important to note that bariatric mobility scooters are designed for individuals who meet the specific weight requirements and have the necessary mobility to safely operate the scooter. It's always advisable to consult with a healthcare professional or mobility expert to determine if a bariatric mobility scooter is appropriate and safe for an individual's specific needs.

Book your mobility scooter hire in Selby today!

We take the stress out of hiring a mobility scooter; whether it’s for home, a holiday, visiting relatives, a short or long stay away, an event you are attending or recovering from an injury.

If you are looking for a short-term hire or a long-term hire we can provide a mobility scooter to meet your needs. You can hire a mobility scooter weekly, monthly or longer. We offer an extensive range of mobility scooters including: car boot mobility scooter hire, 4mph mobility scooter hire, 8mph mobility scooter hire, and folding mobility scooter hire.

You do not need to be registered disabled to hire a mobility scooter. You do not need a driving licence or to be a registered blue badge holder. You can use a mobility scooter if you have trouble walking because of an injury, a physical disability or a medical condition. Please see our affordable mobility scooter hire Selby prices.

If you are unsure as to which mobility scooter model would best suit your needs you can call us FREE on 0800 170 1276 for expert advice. Our team of friendly, helpful staff are on hand to answer any questions you might have and to provide assistance. You can also see our mobility scooter information page and our mobility scooter hire FAQ`s page.

Coco Mobility Hire supply private customers, care and residential homes, health professionals, occupational therapists, medical specialists, case managers, insurance companies, schools, colleges, councils, event companies, NHS and private medial hospitals, airports and airlines and many more….

Fast mobility scooter delivery to Selby!

Coco Mobility offer fast delivery complete with a free onsite scooter demonstration. Your mobility scooters battery will be fully charged and ready to use straight away! Our uniformed technicians deliver directly to your location in or around Selby, North Yorkshire.

We deliver our mobility scooters to all areas of Selby including: Barlby, Barlow, Bilbrough, Burn, Brayton, Camblesforth, Carlton, Cawood, Church Fenton, Cliffe, Chapel Haddlesey, Drax, Eggborough, Escrick, Gateforth, Hambleton, Hemingbrough, Hensall, Hillam, Kelfield, Kellington, Kirk Smeaton, Lumby, Monk Fryston, North Duffield, Osgodby, Riccall, Sherburn-in-Elmet, South Milford, Tadcaster, Thorganby, Thorpe Willoughby, Ulleskelf and Wistow.

Alternatively Collect From Our Mobility Equipment Hire Shop!

You can collect a mobility scooter hire model directly from our mobility equipment hire shop in Sheffield. All our car boot mobility models and folding models can be quickly dismantled or folded to be transported in the boot of a vehicle.

PLEASE NOTE: Our large 4mph Envoy 4 model and all our 8 MPH mobility scooters are fixed (they do not dismantle), large and heavy and cannot be transported in the majority of vehicles. Ensure that the vehicle you plan to use for transportation has sufficient space and capacity to accommodate the large 4mph or 8 mph mobility scooter, such as a van or specially adapted vehicle.

For all mobility scooter collections we will require two forms of identification (one photo ID - driving licence or passport) and one showing your name and address (utility bill, bank statement, council tax bill etc) In addition we will require a £150.00 cash deposit which will be reimbursed once the mobility scooter has been returned.

Mobility Scooter Try Before You Buy!

Hiring a mobility scooter is also a great option if you are considering purchasing a new scooter.

You can use our try before you buy scheme to hire a scooter before committing to buying.

You are more than welcome to visit our mobility showroom and try out a range of different scooters before you either hire or purchase.

Coco Mobility offer a large range of brand-new mobility scooters for personal use. We hire the majority of the different types of scooter models we sell and can give great advice on which one would best suit your needs.

We offer an extensive range of new scooters at competitive prices including: car boot, 4mph pavement, 8mph road legal, and folding mobility scooters.