buyers guide to used mobility scooters

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  • @iftikhkhan253
    @iftikhkhan253 4 місяці тому +5

    In Norway disabled people don't buy scooter self, the state buy for us. No maintenance expenditure for us, all service done by state, battery change, new tires and puncture repairing.. each disables can have two scooters, one for airplane and for winter for sonw. Are we healty guys

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath 3 місяці тому

      Thank you for commenting. It is always interesting to see how other countries operate.
      Ray

    • @mudslinger888
      @mudslinger888 Місяць тому

      Then can you tell us the best scooter in snow? Is it four-wheel-drive? I wonder how a mid Drive with big tires might do outside, I love the tight turning radius indoors

  • @jlastre
    @jlastre 10 місяців тому +2

    You’re a good son. Thanks for the video. I recently was diagnosed with a degenerative disease so was looking into what was out there.

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath 10 місяців тому +2

      Thank you for the nice comment and thank you for taking time to comment is much appreciated and I hope things work out for you
      Wish you all the best
      Ray

  • @rickainsley6895
    @rickainsley6895 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Ray, I know it was a while ago, and I’m in England UK, but I found this really useful. Thank you 😊

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath Рік тому

      Thank you for the nice comment and thank you for taking the time to comment. It is much appreciated.

  • @RonaldDaub-v9y
    @RonaldDaub-v9y 2 місяці тому +1

    I had a almost new chair and a nice scooter with a bad motor I put the motors off of the chair onto the back of the scooter and to say the least it works very well

  • @badger7015
    @badger7015 Рік тому +2

    excellent video with a lot of great info. for folks that are not familiar with mobility carts. i just bought a used drive, ZooMe-R that is just like new. it was bought online so no nearby dealer near me and in looking at the mfg. they said that Drive no longer makes these mobility carts. will there be a problem if i need service in the future with finding parts and or service? i am handicapped with only partial use of my hands which prevents me from doing any repairs myself, so i really appreciate videos like this one.

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath Рік тому

      The truth, which is kind of good and bad all of the service people that I know in my area will only service mobility scooters with the exact replacement part
      that means they need your serial number manufacturer to be able to order the part. If they no longer manufacture the part or the part is not available, they will want to sell you a new machine.
      The good part is. If you can find someone who is skillful, most parts are interchangeable with some slight modifications,
      my suggestion. Is to invest some time now find someone who knows that type of machine. and have him service it at least once a year that way when something breaks you will have a go to person that you can trust.
      I hope this helps all the best Ray.

    • @badger7015
      @badger7015 Рік тому

      @@shopandmath thanks. i am 77 years of age and all of my life, my father taught me exactly what you have stated. always have a go to person who you can turn to with faith that they know what they are doing and will not screw you with just wanting to make a quick buck, in the event something goes wrong. this has helped me all of my life. i am searching as we speak to find the type of service person you describe. your video showed me that you are this type of technician. wished i lived near you. keep making your videos. i learned a lot just watching this one and it taught me a lot. thanks again. do you have a phone number i could call you if i need to reach out to someone? if not, i understand. dale.

  • @nelysilva5833
    @nelysilva5833 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you Ray, I learned so much from your excellent video.👍 God bless you🙏

    • @raysfix
      @raysfix  2 роки тому

      Thanks for your nice comment and taking the time to comment have a nice day thank you

  • @6636860
    @6636860 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing end results this thing looks fantastic now! Great job man! Keep up the great repair videos! Thank you!

  • @mariacarrera8282
    @mariacarrera8282 7 місяців тому +1

    Where can we get information on a older model scooter, or a place near by me in Southern California

    • @garygullikson6349
      @garygullikson6349 4 місяці тому +1

      Do an online search, there is a Pride dealer in the Irvine area.

  • @BobLumpkin-j3w
    @BobLumpkin-j3w 2 місяці тому

    This was a great video,

  • @6636860
    @6636860 2 роки тому

    Quick question did you use ArmourAll on it to make it nice and shiny and super brand new clean looking?

  • @robertwilken9542
    @robertwilken9542 Рік тому

    Can you do a video of the Walmart Segmart scooter? I like the price, but I worry about the quality of it.

  • @carolrobinson8400
    @carolrobinson8400 Рік тому +1

    Do you refurbish mobile scooters for seniors to be abĺe to buy, she said hopefully.

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath Рік тому

      I do this as a hobby, and also for my father, who needs a Schooter

  • @DoodlestoPoodles
    @DoodlestoPoodles 9 місяців тому +1

    Do you sell them ?I am saving for the Baja wrangler 2 I have a severe Neurological condition and live in rural virginia looking for a unit that can handle off-road terrain It would change my quality of life to be able to access most of my property

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath 8 місяців тому

      sorry, I don’t sell
      I just wanted to make some videos to help other people make decisions on buying I’ve bought multiple for my father and unfortunately my wife is in a situation where she may require one as well
      I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching.
      Ray

  • @SuzannesVault
    @SuzannesVault 3 роки тому +5

    Very informative video review. What do you think about EW-72. Found one locally, not driven much, been stored in garage. They are replacing faulty throttle and said if batteries end up not being good, they will replace them also.

    • @raysfix
      @raysfix  3 роки тому +1

      Is this the right scooter for you ?
      3 wheel scooters are only for people that are fully functional
      They are more likely to tip and are usually faster the ew-72 is a 3 and 10 mph
      Keep in mind that the smaller wheels will give a harder ride
      Is this scooter listed for sale on the internet ? if so send me the link
      Thank you for the comment and don’t forget to subscribe
      Ray

    • @SuzannesVault
      @SuzannesVault 3 роки тому

      @@raysfix The eWheels EW-72 is 4 wheels, up to 15mph, pneumatic tires 14" and 16". It is a local person so no link to any ad. Thank you for the offer to check it out though. I will check out all details as you showed with your excellent video. I rode motorcycles for decades so this seems like a good fit...will see if mechanicals also make the grade.

    • @raysfix
      @raysfix  3 роки тому

      @@SuzannesVault
      Sorry about that Suzanne I typed in EW 32 instead of 72 I was looking at a totally different unit

    • @SuzannesVault
      @SuzannesVault 3 роки тому

      @@raysfix No problem.

  • @peggyloubowles708
    @peggyloubowles708 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the tips 🎉❤🎉

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath Рік тому +1

      You’re welcome and thank you for taking the time to comment. It’s much appreciated.
      Ray

  • @rogertyler3237
    @rogertyler3237 2 роки тому +1

    Most Of Those Prided Have The Same
    Charger XLR Connecter.

  • @SashasRevenge
    @SashasRevenge 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks man, great video.

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath 2 роки тому

      Thanks for the nice comment and thank you for taking the time to comment it’s much appreciated
      Ray

  • @gavinelliot3564
    @gavinelliot3564 2 роки тому +1

    Any scooter.check front wheel bearings.rusted out 12mths wrangler pissed of.need bearing caps

  • @robbaumgartner154
    @robbaumgartner154 2 роки тому +1

    This is an awesome video

  • @sirroy1319
    @sirroy1319 3 роки тому +2

    Great in depth review!

  • @johnrandle8365
    @johnrandle8365 Рік тому +1

    Another thing is it a Chinese knockoff built quality is important where and what you buy avoid Chinese?

  • @robertphillips3893
    @robertphillips3893 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Ray. First time viewer. Where do you order your parts from? I know you had some for this repair. But if you have to order them.

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath 3 роки тому +2

      You can do a general search on the Internet one of the places that I found I can get tires and other small things from what is monster scooter
      But that depends on the country that you’re in

    • @robertphillips3893
      @robertphillips3893 3 роки тому

      @@shopandmath I am in Canada. Shipping from the US can be a killer.

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath 3 роки тому +2

      @@robertphillips3893
      Shipping from the US can be quite expensive
      There are a couple of tricks around shipping and paying duty and brokerage fees but you need to have friends That can help you out
      My father has a bit of an issue and is extremely hard on his scooter so therefore breakage is fairly common
      He has major breakdowns approximately once or twice a year and this is his only motive personal transportation so I have two scooters for him and also one that I salvage parts off of
      Come spring time I will be replacing both sets of batteries I normally get my batteries from interstate but if anyone knows of a better deal I’m all ears I’m in the Kitchener Waterloo area in Ontario
      Placement of both sets I’m budgeting around $1700

  • @mariacarrera8282
    @mariacarrera8282 7 місяців тому

    How do I repair speed control unit

  • @chrischevalier1515
    @chrischevalier1515 3 роки тому

    How can I get one but my insurance won't cover and my left ankle hurts too much and my doctor says no
    Pressure on in it and I don't have
    Any money to pay .

  • @BrianGoodman-qy5gn
    @BrianGoodman-qy5gn 5 місяців тому

    4 wheel scooters are more stable but have larger turning radius.

  • @rogertyler3237
    @rogertyler3237 2 роки тому

    I Learned My Lesson Buying
    From E zwheels & I'll
    Never Buy Anything From Again.
    I Had A Pride Ledgend & All I Did To It Is
    Swap Out The Incodecent
    Bulbs For Led's & IReplaced The Headlights.

  • @rickainsley6895
    @rickainsley6895 2 роки тому +1

    Is this available forUK mobility scooters?

    • @raysfix
      @raysfix  2 роки тому

      Most of this is just general advice good for all types of scooters

  • @mariacarrera8282
    @mariacarrera8282 7 місяців тому +1

    My controller box got wet , what will happen to my scooter

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath 7 місяців тому +1

      Did it get wet while you were driving?
      If the machine is under power, or basically, electricity flowing through the circuitboard, and the circuitboard gets wet, it is possible to create a short circuit and blow or destroyed part of that board
      Another thing that also happens is it gets damp over a long period of time and the wires for the capacitor rust and then after period of time they won’t work anymore
      If you’re driving and you go through a deep puddle and the scooter stops, the batteries are not under water
      Stop get off the unit, put it in neutral and pull it out of the puddle. Do not turn it on again until everything is 100% dry almost like putting a cell phone fell in water into rice to absorb all of the moisture out of the actual phone.
      Water is the enemy of electronics and everything on that unit is electrical. There isn’t a good quality made Scooter on the market. Some of them have splash covers and that’s about it I seen you at when you look underneath the electronics are 100% exposed.
      The unit is dry 100% turn the unit back on most likely it will still run. If it doesn’t run check the fuses and also check terminals for corrosion.

  • @petermartin9102
    @petermartin9102 2 роки тому +1

    does a used mobility scooter have to pay vat

    • @raysfix
      @raysfix  2 роки тому

      sorry Peter I am in Canada
      and we pay tax on new and used if you get it from a shop
      ray

  • @alicerodriguez2608
    @alicerodriguez2608 Рік тому

    Maybe you’re an answer to my prayers I have two scooters ones the three will go go cart and the other one is an electric wheelchair. Need help

  • @kerinaranjan159
    @kerinaranjan159 2 роки тому

    How much price tell me

  • @mikestowe6136
    @mikestowe6136 11 місяців тому +3

    there worse then a car expect half of what you paid after even 6 months use

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath 11 місяців тому +2

      I agree with you, but I would say it’s only worth half the value after the first two minutes of writing on it
      Thank you for taking the time to comment. It is much appreciated.

    • @mikestowe6136
      @mikestowe6136 11 місяців тому

      @@shopandmath i just bought a 2023 pride victory lx sport guy bought 3 months ago used it less then a few hrs charged it up one time i paid 1300 for a 2750 buck scooter

  • @scootercowboy
    @scootercowboy 8 місяців тому +1

    Solid advice

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath 8 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for the nice comment and thank you for taking time to comment. It is much appreciated.

  • @mudslinger888
    @mudslinger888 Місяць тому

    You couldn't afford one more orange lens cover? It sticks out

  • @nordinrahmat9066
    @nordinrahmat9066 3 роки тому

    Please show the price in MYR....

  • @BrianGoodman-qy5gn
    @BrianGoodman-qy5gn 5 місяців тому

    Legend is 3 wheel. I have one.

  • @chrischevalier1515
    @chrischevalier1515 3 роки тому

    People keeps getting them and I have seen too much people having them makes me upset because my insurance refuses to cover it like others gets them .

  • @jerrynewberry2823
    @jerrynewberry2823 3 роки тому +2

    Terrible at math. I got a three wheel companion. $150, two hundred for batteries. Perfect for me.

  • @wilmababygirl5629
    @wilmababygirl5629 3 роки тому

    I like your video but I m buying the liberty trike brand new I don’t like use stuff REAL TALK 2021👍🏿👍🏿

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath 3 роки тому

      Thank you for the positive comment
      Ray

  • @joycelinbell969
    @joycelinbell969 Рік тому

    Buick Verano 2012

  • @susancoyle5501
    @susancoyle5501 2 роки тому +1

    Sorry, I can' hear you

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath 2 роки тому

      Thank you

    • @austinhodges4060
      @austinhodges4060 2 роки тому +1

      Battery’s got any thing to say about that

    • @austinhodges4060
      @austinhodges4060 2 роки тому

      Why ain’t you answing my question

    • @raysfix
      @raysfix  2 роки тому

      @@austinhodges4060
      If you’re buying a used scooter only assume that the batteries need to be replaced
      And factor that into the cost of the scooter
      There are multiple different styles of batteries
      Obviously the more expensive the battery better they will be in terms of lasting longer or getting more kilometres per charge
      Always buy the largest battery that will fit in your scooter
      Most of the scooters I buy require 2 100 amp hour batteries I generally pick the batteries up from interstate
      I’ve tried other batteries and battery manufacturers
      I also find the batteries last approximately two years and then need to be replaced but you must also keep in mind that the scooters are used from sun up to sundown every single day for approximately nine months of the year
      I hope this helps
      Ray

    • @raysfix
      @raysfix  2 роки тому

      @@austinhodges4060
      You get what you pay for

  • @bobfin4291
    @bobfin4291 Рік тому +2

    Your voice over in alot of vid to to low

    • @shopandmath
      @shopandmath Рік тому

      Yes, Bob The Voice sometimes are a little bit strained need to upgrade the software for making the videos

  • @marcelinotorres9032
    @marcelinotorres9032 3 роки тому

    Por favor hagan videos en español

  • @davidmerlino2193
    @davidmerlino2193 6 місяців тому

    I got a new one