| get great gas mileage and look fun to ride. | | | | a scooter, keep in mind that you also may want to |
| They’re a hit in Europe. You can even get a 10 | | | | invest in a sturdy chain to protect it from potential theft |
| percent tax credit if you buy a plug-in one in the U.S. | | | | while parked. |
| However, many factors go with buying a scooter that | | | | Other costs to consider when you buy a scooter will |
| commonly are not known. For example, did you know | | | | be a routine maintenance schedule. You also will need |
| that you may need a special driver’s license? | | | | scooter insurance, which is cheaper than standard car |
| Or that you may not be able to park your scooter in | | | | insurance. |
| the same places you can park a car? Understanding | | | | Safety considerations when buying a scooter |
| the different nuances associated with buying a | | | | Before you buy a scooter, it’s important to |
| scooter can help you in the decision-making process | | | | consider your safety. Depending on the size of your |
| before you commit to purchase. | | | | scooter’s engine, you may be able to achieve |
| Costs of buying a scooter | | | | speeds up to 55 mph or higher, allowing you to ride |
| One of the most popular reasons people may choose | | | | your scooter on the highway. However, the smaller |
| to buy a scooter is for the superior gas mileage | | | | wheels on scooters make for unstable driving at higher |
| compared to cars. Depending on the engine size, a | | | | speeds. Even at speeds as low as 30 mph, you are |
| scooter can get up to 100 miles per gallon. When gas | | | | still at risk for an accident, or even an injury. Some |
| prices soar, scooters easily pay for themselves with | | | | states may require you to take a scooter or |
| what you’re saving at the pump. It still is also | | | | motorcycle training course to get your license. Even if |
| possible to save money on gas if you drive your | | | | you are not required, it is worth your time to take the |
| scooter only part of the time, such as around town or | | | | class to ensure you understand balance, braking, |
| for a short commute. | | | | throttle and other important practices for safe riding. |
| You may need to apply for a special driver’s | | | | To protect yourself better while you’re on the |
| license when you purchase a scooter, depending on | | | | road, it is essential that you wear the proper gear. A |
| the state in which you live. In some states, you need | | | | full-face helmet (also required in some states), jackets, |
| only a vehicle license to operate a scooter with a | | | | pants, gloves and boots made specifically for |
| 50cc engine. Depending on the scooter’s | | | | motorcycle riding will help shield you not only in the |
| engine size and speed capabilities, you may be | | | | event of an accident, but also from weather and |
| restricted to where you can ride it. You also will be | | | | debris. To make it easier for other drivers to see you, |
| required to purchase a title and license plates for your | | | | consider wearing apparel in bright colors. |
| new ride. Be sure to check with your local license | | | | If you decide to buy a scooter, keep your new |
| bureau for further information on requirements and | | | | investment protected with affordable scooter |
| laws pertaining to scooters. | | | | insurance. Get free scooter insurance quotes in |
| Each city has its own laws governing scooter parking. | | | | minutes from a company you can trust, such as |
| Some cities allow scooters to be parked in indoor | | | | Nationwide. You may qualify for scooter insurance |
| garages while some do not. Different rules also may | | | | discounts if you have completed a cycle safety |
| apply for street parking and meters, although in some | | | | course or are combining coverage for both your car |
| cities meter fees are cheaper for scooters. If you buy | | | | and scooter. |