| So you're ready to get started in the world of motor | | | | become very costly and somewhat difficult to find. A |
| scooters? I can guarantee that the trip will both save | | | | number of factors influence range ratings for motor |
| you money and expand your travel experiences in | | | | scooters (rider's weight, hilly terrain, tire pressure)--but |
| some fun ways. But buying a motor scooter can be a | | | | usually the manufacturer will list a "range rating" that |
| big investment, and you want to make the right choice. | | | | reflects the scooter's ability under optimal conditions. |
| So how do you find the scooter that's ideal for you? | | | | Third, how fast do you want to drive? I'm serious! The |
| How do you choose the right model and type? The | | | | ability to put the pedal to the metal may seem like an |
| scooter market can seem intimidating at first glance, | | | | afterthought for scooter use--until you're sitting on your |
| but have no fear! By answering three simple questions, | | | | scooter, watching joggers pass you. Electric scooters |
| you'll be well on your way to discovering the perfect | | | | aren't known for their speed, and usually fall in the 8 to |
| scooter. | | | | 25 mph range. If you want to go much faster than |
| First, who will drive the scooter? Will it be you (the | | | | that, or ride on highways, you'll probably want to |
| homeowner, vacationer, urban professional, retiree, | | | | consider a gas powered or hybrid model. Otherwise, |
| student, etc.)-or will it be your children? Or maybe a | | | | prepare yourself to shell out some cash for a speedy |
| variety of people? Motorized scooters designed for | | | | electric scooter. Again, a number of factors come into |
| kids are intended to bear a lot less weight and travel | | | | play when companies hand out speed ratings. But as |
| shorter distances. As a result, they cost considerably | | | | you would guess, a manufacturer's rating will reflect |
| less. When you start shopping for motor scooters, | | | | the scooter's speed under ideal conditions. |
| make sure you're in the appropriate market, kids or | | | | Starting to make sense of your options? If so, you're |
| adults. | | | | getting closer to choosing the right scooter--just make |
| Second, how far do you want to ride? Will you use | | | | sure you also take things like carrying capacity and |
| the scooter mostly on off-road trails? On a campus? | | | | terrain into account. That's right, there's more stuff to |
| For an urban commute? In a residential neighborhood? | | | | consider! But don't worry. By thinking through these |
| If you need to drive further than 12-15 miles at one go, | | | | questions, you're moving toward a scooter buy you |
| you may need to look at gas powered scooters, | | | | won't regret. |
| because electric scooters beyond the 12-15 mile range | | | | |