| Scooters are a fun, cost-effective way to get from | | | | the rest of the job is relatively easy. With just a few |
| point A to point B. But the more miles we log, the | | | | common household tools, we can typically replace the |
| greater chance ours will need to be repaired - a reality | | | | scooter performance parts in a short period of time. If |
| that can end up costing us hundreds of dollars in repair | | | | we can turn a screw or operate a socket wrench, |
| bills with every visit to the mechanic. The good news is | | | | we've got all of the "technical" skills we need to |
| that there is an abundance of high-quality scooter | | | | effectively repair our ride. |
| performance parts available today making | | | | Get the Right Part for the Job |
| do-it-yourself repairs an easy and, most importantly, an | | | | Typically what seems to be a major problem with |
| affordable option. | | | | your scooter can be easily fixed with relatively |
| Identifying the Problem is Key | | | | inexpensive scooter performance parts. But it's |
| The better we know our scooters and understand | | | | essential that we don't skip on quality. Make sure to |
| how it works, the better we'll be able to find the right | | | | purchase our scooter performance parts from a |
| scooter performance parts and fix it our self. The best | | | | trusted retailer. It can make all the difference between |
| investment a scooter owner can make it is to buy a | | | | performing a quick fix that only lasts a few days or |
| DIY repair manual that helps us better understand how | | | | one that lasts for many miles down the road. |
| our scooter runs and how to troubleshoot any | | | | We suggest having a few extra parts on hand so we |
| performance issues. | | | | can replace a part when our scooters need repairs to |
| Knowledge is Power | | | | get back on the road quickly. Here is a list of the most |
| The first step is to be able to identify the problem. But | | | | common parts we should have in stock: |
| where to start? Any scooter lover can usually tell right | | | | * Engine Oil |
| away if his or her ride is sluggish and not running with | | | | * Gear Oil (Transmission Oil) |
| the pep and zip it usually has. Perhaps it's making a | | | | * Spark Plug (get an NKG) |
| loud, screeching sound when you turn the ignition. Or | | | | * CDI (Scooter Brain) |
| worse yet, maybe it's not starting at all. | | | | * Drive Belt |
| Here is a quick list of a number of common ailments | | | | * American Made Fuel/Air Hose (5 feet) |
| and problem areas that are typically the best places to | | | | * Hose Clamps |
| start:o Low or dead batteryo Engine floodingo Drive | | | | * 2 Amp Battery Charger |
| Belto Brakeso Electrical Systemo Ignition malfunction | | | | All of these parts can be ordered for less than $100 |
| Anyone Can Become Their Own Mechanic Once we | | | | and we'll be able to repair our scooters in minutes and |
| understand the basics of how our scooter operates, | | | | get back on the road again. |