Belfast Mobility Scooters ? Sure we are just 10 minutes drive out the M1!

If you are researching mobility scooters in Belfast for the first time you should take time to find out what type of mobility scooter is right for your needs.

There are a multitude of products on the market and it can seem quite daunting at first - there may be lots of industry jargon to contend with but we pride ourselves on making things as easy as possible for you.

We have a dedicated team here who are trained to the highest industry standards and our Mobility Scooter expert Ann Ferguson will spend time with you at our mobility scooter showroom conveniently located beside the Sprucefield / M1 /A1 junction - just a short drive from Belfast.

When choosing a mobility scooter - you should think about a few basic things:

• What will you be using your mobility scooter for? Just going to the shops, bringing on holiday with you or travelling on the road or over rough surfaces etc
• What restrictions do you have in terms of your mobility and ability to control your mobility scooter?
• What is your budget? Are you eligible for the Motability scheme? ( We can help provide information on the Northern Ireland Motability scheme here )

There are a number of different categories of mobility scooters and you can browse just some of our range using the links below.

• Boot scooters which can be disassembled easily and placed into the boot of your car
• Pavement mobility scooters -for those who want a bigger scooter but have no plans to drive on the road
• Road legal mobility scooters which allow you to drive on the roads or highways
• Off road or all-terrain mobility scooters for those who need something more hard wearing
• Folding mobility scooters that pack up neatly meaning you can take them on holiday

Many people wishing to buy a mobility scooter in Belfast call us first of all on 028 92 67 70 77 for a chat and then take it from there.

We have a good range of mobility scooters on display in our showroom and you can even take a test drive! We can also source a massive variety of other mobility scooters so we know we can get you what is right for your unique needs.

We have been a family business in Ireland since 1846 so this year we celebrate 170 years in business. We know how to look after customers and are IS0 9002 certified.

Give our expert team a call today on 028 92 67 70 77 and take the first step in regaining your independence!

Travel Mobility Scooters

Travel scooters, often referred to as boot scooters, are designed to be highly portable so that they can fit in the boot of a car or indeed taken on holiday by plane or by sea.

Most travel scooters today disassemble into around 4 or 5 components thereby making the scooter easier to manage when lifting in and out of the car.

Another method is a collapsible frame where the scooter will literally fold in half.

These scooters are ideal for travel abroad as they generally have a lithium battery rather than the usual gel battery pack that all other mobility scooters use.

Lithium batteries are approved by the aviation authorities for air travel.  Boot scooters have a maximum speed of  3.5 to 4 mph

Pavement Mobility Scooters

If you do not plan on transporting your scooter by car then you should probably consider a bigger scooter which can either be used on the pavement or the road.

Our pavement scooter range is for those who want a larger scooter than a boot scooter but do no plan on using on the road.

Pavement scooters are class 2 vehicles which means that it is not legal to drive them on the road but they can be used to cross the road at a safe place.  They are limited to 4 mph.

Road legal Mobility Scooters

Larger scooters are generally class 3 scooters which are generally capable of travelling at 8 MPH on the road and at 4 MPH on the pavement or in a pedestrian zone.

Road scooters generally have a much better range than pavement and boot scooters and typically can do around 20- 30 miles on a single charge.

Taxing your class III mobility scooter is very straight forward and free of charge if you are disabled and if you buy your scooter from John Preston Healthcare, we will do all the paperwork for you.

Whilst it is not currently a legal requirement you are highly advised to take out suitable insurance to cover against accidental damage, theft and third party liabilities and we can provide you with appropriate cover for your needs.

Some road going scooters are also suitable for light off road use but if you are planning any serious off-roading you should consider one of our off-road mobility vehicles.

Off Road or All Terrain Mobility Scooters

Off-road mobility scooters are suitable for use both on the road and off the road much like 4×4 cars.

The performance of each off-road scooter varies between models but many like the Molten Rock Boma and the TGA Vita X can deal with snow, water and rough terrain.

If you enjoy the outdoors or simply go across country for some fresh air, you should consider an off-road scooter.

If you do plan on using your off-road mobility scooter on the road, you will have to display a tax disc.  Taxing your class III mobility scooter is very straight forward and free of charge if you are disabled and if you buy your scooter from John Preston Healthcare, we will do all the paperwork for you.

Whilst it is not currently a legal requirement you are highly advised to take out suitable insurance to cover against accidental damage, theft and third party liabilities and we can signpost you to appropriate cover for your needs. Click here for details of our insurance package

Folding Mobility Scooters

These very clever scooters fold in just a few minutes and this is done very easily.

Our Mobility Scooter showroom is just a few minutes drive from Belfast!