One of the benefits of renting a mobility scooter is the ability to enjoy life with reduced stress and pain. 

Mobility scooters allow you to get more out of your day. This is thanks to the three S’s of scooter design. These are increased speed, agile suspension and a supremely comfortable seat.

These three pillars of scooter design are essential to your comfort, safety and confidence. 

●    Speed brings efficiency, convenience, and enjoyment 
●    Correct seating guarantees day-long comfort and safe, confident driving
●    Suspension delivers agility, power and allows you to enjoy the great outdoors 

Read on to discover the essential S’s in scooters!

Need to Know: The 3 S’s

1.    Speed

With a mobility scooter you can be more proactive every single day. Something that might have been a slow, painful or even impossible task, can be easily accomplished with a mobility scooter. 

A mobility scooter can enhance the speed at which you go about your everyday life. Increased speed helps you to become more efficient in everything that you do. This in turn can boost your confidence and sense of independence. 

With varying speeds of 4mph, 6mph and 8mph, you can turbo charge your daily routine to get more done in a day. 

4mph is a comfortable speed for the average mobility scooter rider. It's faster than a walking human, but never feels unsafe. 

4mph is the maximum speed permitted when driving along pavements and in pedestrianised areas. This is also the perfect speed for those who simply wish to use their scooter around the home. 

The Freerider Mayfair 4 is a great example of an efficient 4mph mobility scooter. This mid-sized model is a fantastic all-rounder for sociable, active customers. 

For something a little faster, we love a 6mph mobility scooter. The Pride Colt Deluxe 2.0 is a brilliant scooter that offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy top speeds normally associated with larger scooters, but with the convenience and transportability of a smaller model. 

Don't forget that class 2 mobility scooters are not permitted on main roads. Read here to familiarise yourself with the differences between on-road and off-road scooters.

If a mobility scooter is your main mode of transport, then an 8mph model will be the perfect match. You won't be limited on where you can drive your scooter when using an 8mph model. As a class 3 mobility scooter, you can enjoy this scooter on and off the road. 

You'll also be able to travel further for longer. This is because 8mph scooters are fitted with larger, more powerful batteries. Top speeds and powerful batteries are also ideal if you live on or around rough, uneven terrain.

The Rascal Vector Sport is a prime example of a high quality, hardworking 8mph mobility scooter. This stylish scooter can be enjoyed day to night, travelling up to 27miles on a single charge. Even better, it comes with a convenient USB port for charging your personal devices.

Remember to always prioritise driving at a safe speed, regardless of your scooter’s classification. Read our guide on scooter safety here.

It's worthwhile remembering that your scooter’s speed can be affected by varying factors. Always consider:

●    Battery condition 
●    Rider weight 
●    Terrain 
●    Weather, especially wind 
●    Overall scooter maintenance 

2.    Suspension 

Suspension helps to ensure a smooth and comfortable ride on your mobility scooter. Good suspension can reduce pressure on painful joints, allowing you to do more for longer. 

Suspension is essential for supporting the ever-changing terrains of your daily journeys and activities.

This essential design detail absorbs vibrations and jolts commonly associated with UK pavements. Gliding over bumpy paths and maintaining balance on your scooter will contribute to a safe, enjoyable driving experience. 

If you use your scooter daily, you will be considered an 'active' mobility scooter user. Active use could involve using your scooter at work, to visit friends and for getting around town,

Active users tend to spend most of the day in their scooter chair. As a result, suspension should be a priority for all 24/7 comfort.

If you're an active user, look for scooters with good to excellent suspension. All-terrain mobility scooters are a good choice, as they can easily tackle rough, uneven ground. This could include rocky, muddy or bumpy paths - great if you live in more rural locations. 

If you use your scooter less often, or only need it for use around the home, then suspension won't be as paramount. A lightweight model that is easy to transport might be a much better scooter for your needs and requirements. 

A car boot mobility scooter is a good example of a model with much lower suspension. Scooters such as the Pride Apex Rapid 4 and the One Rehab Illusion are built with all-round suspension. This means that they offer both comfort and convenience, all in one compact scooter. Enjoy them at home, on public transport, or even on holiday. 

3.    Seating

When choosing your mobility scooter, it's essential to check the chair’s dimensions and maximum user weight. A chair that is tailored to you will not only deliver on comfort, it will also improve overall scooter drivability. 

You'll know if you've found a suitable match by clicking on the ‘scooter specifications’ tab under each Easy Pay Mobility scooter listing. Here you'll also find a helpful sketch of the scooter’s dimensions to cross reference. 
 
A lot of customers tend to spend most of the day in their scooter chair. They might be heavily dependent on their mobility scooter, or simply an active user. 

The same will be true if you have joint or muscle pain, or struggle with back issues. In all these cases postural support and comfort will be a top priority. 

Mobility scooters are usually fitted with a large captain seat to support an array of customer needs. These tend to be generously wide and luxuriously padded. Orthopaedic seats equally guarantee a desirable level of comfort and user satisfaction.

You can modify your chair for a bespoke sitting and driving position. Most chairs are easily adjusted via the backrest, armrests and headrests. You can also play around with the height of your scooter chair and its distance from the tiller. 

Correct set up and alignment will aid steering and set you up for a safe and controlled driving position.

Being in comfortable control of your scooter keeps you and those around you safe. It will also improve the overall quality of your driving. 

This will go a long way to increase your confidence and promote an optimal driving experience. See here more tips on improving mobility scooter confidence.

Read on to discover even more of your moblity scooter's fantastic features here.