Wheelchair tuning: you can and can't do that!

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A 65-year-old was pulled out of circulation in 2018. How so? Because he had tuned his electric wheelchair to make it a Top speed of 50 km / h reached. The problem, the 65-year-old could not driving licence for his vehicle and then had to pay a fine and received a point in Flensburg. As a result, many asked the question: How much tuning is actually allowed and within what framework? The following guide should be comprehensive and answer one or the other question.

Wheelchair Tuning: Information

An unexpected event, old age or a chronic illness can all be numerous reasons for the need for a wheelchair. Many cities take care to enable accessibility and to make everyday life easier for wheelchair users. Still, sometimes a little Tuning helpful or just chic. When it comes to tuning, most people think of souped-up cars, but wheelchairs can also be personalized. In wheelchair tuning, however, as with car tuning, Regulations.

Which regulations have to be observed?

In principle, every senior mobile can be individualized with a little tuning. However, one important rule should be observed. The wheelchair must adapt to the provisions of traffic law keep. Should a speed of over 25 km / h being reached with an electric wheelchair is one of them driving licence necessary, otherwise it is considered driving without a license. In addition, care should be taken that the Operating license expires in the event of unauthorized tuning. Basically, the tuned wheelchair must comply with the traffic regulations. Otherwise there is a risk of sanctions according to the catalog of fines or notifications and/or withdrawal of the driver's license if the wheelchair that violates traffic regulations is used on public roads.

Which parts can be tuned?

Many are wondering what can be jazzed up on a wheelchair at all. Of course, not as much tuning is possible as with a car. Nevertheless, one or the other part can be adapted to your own taste. For example, there are uniquely designed ones Swivel castors, Rims and even an individual one spoke guard. These parts are just a few examples. Other things and possibilities are:

• Swivel castors with a unique design (also with LED)
• LED lights for the wheelchair
• colored tires for the wheelchair
• other tires (with more tread or a little wider)
• Spoke protectors in a unique design
• Therapy tables (if available) with unique motifs
• newly leathered/equipped seat/backrest
• Various holders for smartphones, radios, etc.
• Apply decals / stickers
• Install additional lighting

With an e-wheelchair there is also the possibility to tune the engine. Of course, you have to make sure that you have a valid driving license if you can then reach more than 25 km/h. It must also be ensured that the wheelchair is actually allowed to drive at this speed. Fits like this safety device? The wheelchair is required for the higher speed be officially designed, so that there are no sanctions according to the catalog of fines. With a little Tuning however, the wheelchair can easily stand out from the crowd and it may be more fun/convenient to use.

Wheelchair tuning: conclusion

Wheelchair tuning is for anyone who wants to add a personal touch to their wheelchair. Of course, the wheelchair must comply with traffic regulations. Especially when tuning the engine, a valid driving license should be available at a speed of over 25 km/h and the operating license must not expire as a result of the tuning. Nevertheless, it is possible to modify many other parts of the wheelchair and let your creativity run free.

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