Mobility Scooters

Watch our video to get some tips for a safe and happy scooter journey.

Driving rules

Scooter users must obey the same rules as pedestrians.

• Drive on the footpath or nature strip wherever possible; only use the road if there’s no other option.
• Use pedestrian crossings or cross at areas of high visibility.
• Don’t drink and drive.

Handling tips

Scooters are surprisingly comfortable and manoeuvrable.

• Slow turns – make turns slowly and avoid sudden jerky movements.
• Rear-view mirrors – use your rear-view mirrors often to stay aware of what’s going on around you.
• Travel straight – travel up and down inclines as straight as possible to avoid tipping the scooter.
• Increase visibility – display a safety flag and wear light coloured clothing.
• Slow down – reduce speed when travelling in congested areas, and watch out for vehicles exiting driveways.
• Avoid driving a scooter at night – use lights and reflectors if you must drive at night.

Plan your trip

Plan your route in advance.

• Potential hazards – think about any potential hazards like rough terrain, busy crossings or roadworks.
• Consider other factors – check the weather and be sure you’re feeling okay before you head off.
  
  References to ‘mobility scooter’ are to motorised wheelchairs that cannot travel at over 10 km/hour (on ground level) and to which the rules relating to pedestrians under the Australian Road Rules issued under the Road Traffic Act 1961 (SA) apply.

• RAA members get 15% off servicing
• We use genuine parts
• Warranty support for scooters purchased at RAA

Repairs and service can be done at our Mile End workshop or we can come to you if you're in the Adelaide metro area. 

Some of things we can look at include:

• Solid and tubed tyre replacement
• Battery checking and replacement
• System diagnostics
• Accessory fitting
• Wheel alignment
• Motor replacement
• Lights and switches

Call 8202 4477 for bookings and enquiries

Servicing and repairs provided for Shoprider mobility scooters only.  RAA members receive a 15% discount on servicing costs and a 10% discount on parts for Shoprider models. Mobile pick up/drop off available in metropolitan Adelaide only and mobile servicing subject the suitability and safety of the location as determined by RAA, additional fees may apply. Warranty support is for Shoprider mobility scooters only.

If you hold any level of RAA Road Service, you can call us for roadside assistance if your mobility scooter breaks down or you get a flat tyre.

We’ll do our best to get you going again and, if repairs can't be carried out at the roadside, we‘ll arrange for a taxi to transport you and your scooter to a safe location or place of repair.

More on Road Service

Mobility scooter benefits

Please note:

• Service does not include assistance in lifting a person in or out of their mobility scooter.
• Service in shopping centres and other buildings needs to be in an area that's suitable and practical for our patrols to attend, such as an outside entrance or a car park.
• The taxi benefit can be used once per incident and is separate from the RAA Premium taxi benefit that applies after vehicle breakdown/towing.
  
  Terms, conditions and limits apply.