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Nippi Scooters Three Wheel Motor Scooter

Short Description
A three wheeled motor scooter which is road registerable in Queensland and which can be driven by a person whilst they are seated in their wheelchair. The wheelchair rolls on and off the scooter via a ramp which is raised by a lever handle and becomes the tailgate. Can be customised.

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.

More Details
MATERIALS: Steel chassis with moulded fibreglass body panels. A heavy customized steel sub-frame has to be built and attached to the wheelchair, to lock it to the NIPPI.

CONTROLS: LEFT HAND : * Blinker switch * Rear brake ( with lock in lever for parking ) * Headlight dimmer switch * Horn.
RIGHT HAND : * Front brake * Key Starter * Throttle twist grip * Parking light / headlight switch.
WARNING LIGHTS : Oil , Blinker , Headlight.
GAUGES : Speedo , Fuel.

MOTORS: Single cylinder 2 stroke 101cc Honda engine. 8.6 BHP at 6750 rpm. Electric Starter

WHEELS: Front and rear 350 x 10" 4 ply.

BRAKES: Twin rear drum brakes lock for parking.Single front.

OUTPUT: Top speed 80 KPH.

MECHANISM: Transmission : " Automatic " single ration with centrifugal clutch. No reverse is fitted.

CUSTOMISED FEATURES: Modifications : Will be done at extra charge, examples are - * Positioning controls on left side. * Locking fixtures for electric chair. * Key lever.

POINTS TO CONSIDER: Legal details : The NIPPI is a registered vehicle in Queensland. A motorcycle licence is required as well as an occupational therapy driving assessment and doctor`s certificate. A speed limit of 80kph is enforced. The wheelchair must be locked in position and a lap seat belt must be worn. A helmet must be worn.

COMMENTS: An economical vehicle which avoids the need for transfers out of a wheelchair.
No reverse gear
No weather protection.
Good arm and grip strength needed to pull wheelchair up ramp, elevate ramp and steer or brake.
Lever which closes tailgate may be difficult to push forward for some users.

SAFETY: Engine cannot be started unless brake is engaged.

WARRANTY: Normal Honda warranty applies to mechanical parts. Servicing done by Honda dealer.

Models
One model available in 4 different motor sizes as follows
82cc,100cc, 125cc and 150cc.

Dimensions
Standard
Clearance Under Base.............................. 130 mm, Ground clearance
Width............................................. 695 mm, Maximum wheelchair width
Length............................................ 1800 mm
Overall Width..................................... 1290 mm
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 250 kg
Weight (kg)....................................... 100 kg

Warranty
Unknown, please contact listed supplier(s) for further information

Standards
For some types of equipment, specific Australian Standards are applicable to the materials used in, and the manufacturing and installation of products. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specified Australian Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of an item as to its compliance with the relevant Australian Standard(s).

Place Of Manufacture
Australia