Roma Medical/Shoprider Virgo Pavement Mobility Scooter
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Our Take
The Roma Medical/Shoprider Virgo is a compact, economical four-wheel scooter. It’s a Class 2 model. So it runs on pavements at up to 4 mph. However, it isn’t made for the road. Four wheels give it a steady, easy ride.
The scooter carries users up to 136 kg. Meanwhile, a full charge covers around 7.5 miles. That’s plenty for shopping and local outings.
It weighs 43.5 kg with its battery in, or 34.5 kg with it out. It doesn’t fold, but it does come apart into five pieces. Be aware that the chassis is still 34.5 kg once the battery is out — heavy for a scooter sold on portability. It also needs some storage space at home.
The Roma Medical/Shoprider Virgo suits someone who wants a simple, affordable scooter for local trips. So if you stick to smooth pavements and have room to store it, it fits well. Buyers who need a genuinely light lift should look at a smaller travel model instead.
Around town and to the shops is where the Roma Medical/Shoprider Virgo earns its keep, and a few similar models share that ground. The CareCo LiTech Air comes in lighter at 28.1kg and the Freerider Mayfair Evolution is very similar on paper, while the One Rehab/Komfi Rider Illusion Endurance trims the weight to 30kg.
The Roma Medical/Shoprider Virgo is an easygoing choice for pavements and everyday outings. It’s well worth a test ride to see how it feels for you day to day. Use our Find this Product Near Me search to track down local dealers and compare prices, and have a read of Buyer’s Guide for what to look for.
The Basics
- Scooter Class
- Class 2/Pavement Only
- Brand
- Roma
- Number of Wheels
- 4
- Pavement Use
- Yes
- Road Use
- No
- Max Speed mph
- 4 mph
- Max Range (Approx.)
- 7.5 miles
- Total weight — with battery
- 43.5 kg
- Total weight — without battery
- 34.5 kg
- Battery weight
- 8.5 kg — one 12V 12Ah maintenance-free GEL battery
- Battery removable
- Yes — pull up on the handle and the battery lifts away
- Heaviest Part
- 34.5 kg
- Heaviest part comprises
- The chassis with the battery out. Roma weigh no other piece
- User Weight Capacity
- 136 kg
- Folding
- No
- Dismantles (Car Boot Scooter)
- Yes — tiller and main chassis, rear wheels, seat, battery and basket
Key Specifications
- Battery
- 12V 12Ah (29.4V 2A charger)
- Charging Time
- ~8h (est.)
- Tyre Type
- Check with dealer
- Seat Type
- Swivel seat, flip-up armrests, 430mm
Key Features
- Compact 4 mph pavement model
- Easy disassembly for boot transport
- Comfortable padded seat
- Adjustable tiller and armrests
Model Dimensions
- Width (cm)
- 56
- Height (cm)
- 110
- Length (cm)
- 105
- G/Clearance (cm)
- 6.5
Roma
Roma Medical designs and manufactures mobility products, while Shoprider is a global brand whose products they often supply. Roma provides Shoprider models to the UK market.