Ahmed Bushra asked:


There’s a lot of hype over electric scooters these last couple of years, but is it really a wise investment?

Kids love them, but are they useful for adults looking to commute?

Many commuters, including college students, love the ease and portability of electric scooters. It is without doubt that the electric scooter has become a more than viable form of alternative transportation, and its here to stay…

This is because it is cheap to own, operate, and maintain an electric scooter. With gas prices rising, electricity is a much more inexpensive source of power.

The only real drawback of owning an electric scooter is the speed that they typically reach, usually between 18-25 mph, which can be quite slow. However, if you’re only traveling within a 2 to 3 mile radius, then its the perfect solution.

There are a variety of styles and brands on the market, but as in any industry, you have your share of bad quality rip-offs and real brand-names.

Some of the better brand names include: Razor, Schwinn, X-treme, and Mongoose.

The typical standard warranty is between 1-3 months, with a 6-month warranty on batteries.

Batteries are re-chargeable, but the usual life is between 6-18 months, after which they need replacement. Its always wise to buy an extra battery for backup.

You can choose from 100 watts to 600 watts, with the most popular models being around 400-500 watts. The higher the wattage, the more weight the scooter can push and the steeper hills it can handle.

Hills are an important consideration when purchasing an electric scooter. Regardless of the scooter’s power output, you’ll notice a significant decrease in speed when going up hills. If you’re planning to ride in a hilly area, then a gas-powered electric scooter is a better option, as long as its 49cc and under.

Legally, electric scooters are very well-appreciated. Most states do not regulate electric scooters the same way moped and gas scooter are regulated, in order to encourage the use of renewable energy and reduce pollution. Moreover, accidents associated with electric scooters are usually much less than with gas-powered ones.

Cost for the typical brand-name model is between $300 and $600, depending mainly on power output. Beware of buying on Ebay, because the scooter may not come with a warranty or availability of parts, two very important factors when considering a purchase.

The bottom-line is that electric scooters offer a very viable form of alternative transportation, and anyone commuting within a 2-3 mile radius should consider having one.



Melissa

Gregg Hall asked:


Useful for both kids and adults, scooters can benefit many. This cost effective form of transportation not only can help the average Joe save on fuel costs, but it can help a senior citizen regain his independence.

Mobility scooters have revolutionized and revitalized the lives of both the handicapped and senior citizens. They not only free these people from the bonds their illness or age have placed on them, but they improve the quality of life for them, literally taking them places where they could not go before.

Tired of paying high gas prices? Scooters can help with that too. Electric or even gas motor scooters can save you a small fortune. The average consumer can travel for days or even weeks at a time on just a single gallon of gas.

Versatility makes motor scooters attractive to the average consumer. Whether you want to improve the quality of life for a loved one or just save money yourself, a motor scooter is a viable option.

Besides the thrill of saving gas or offering mobility to an otherwise immobile individual, scooters provide the thrill and excitement of an open wheel vehicle. Zipping around from place to place on a motorized scooter really is fun. And while gas scooters offer the thrill of speed for the adventure seeker, disability scooters offer a safe, reliable, and still enjoyable ride.

Electric scooters have become the best choice for handicapped scooters simply because they can go just about anywhere. An otherwise stagnant individual has the option of walking his dog or simply just moving from the bedroom to the kitchen without calling for help. Dreams become reality thanks to these zippy inventions. Additionally, engineers have made scooters more balanced and safe than ever with three and four wheel versions.

Past scooters needed recharging in the middle of the day. Now those in need of electrical assistance can go for days with the longer lasting batteries. People no longer need to worry about finding themselves away from home with a dead battery.

For those looking for adventure on the open road, a gas scooter will do the trick. A driver can navigate long, winding roads or just utilize them for quick trips to the market or the dentist. And they can do so with a smile on their face. Speed options are limitless on these two wheel wonders, and the options range from fast or slow to standup or sit down.

Stowing the scooter no longer bothers owners either since the inception of the folding scooter. A person can drive his scooter to work and then stash it in his closet or under his desk. He could even stash it in a public storage compartment on the bus.

So no matter your age kids, teens, adults, or elderly scooters can have a place in your life. Cheap to own and operate, they fill the needs of many.



Jean

Craig Thornburrow asked:


Electric scooters are becoming a popular, alternative form of personal transport. With gas prices rising all the time an electric scooter is a much more economical way of traveling from point A to B.

The first electric scooters on the market were designed to meet the needs of people who had a disability that made it difficult for them to walk more than a very short distance. Over time the idea of a personal electric vehicle appealed to a larger number of people, most of whom did not have a disability.

Nowadays it is possible to get many different types and sizes of scooters, some of which are designed especially for children and others that are designed for adults looking for an alternative form of transport. Scooters come in different shapes and sizes and a range of prices, so you are sure to find something to suit your needs. Most electric vehicles have a number of things in common, irrespective of their style or price bracket.

Which scooters are the best value for money and the most economical in terms of battery use depends very much on an individual’s opinion. If you are thinking of investing in an electric scooter then it is a good idea to do some research before you buy – some sellers of personal electric transport will let you try one out before you buy and this is a good way of finding something you like.

One of the good things about electric scooters is that they are very quiet when in use. Because these personal vehicles are electric they are very clean to run and operate, unlike cars and motor bikes there are no gas fumes to worry about. Most scooters come with batteries that will last for several years and when they do finally need replacing, they are recyclable.

Personal electric vehicles are reliable and efficient. Fewer moving parts means that there is less chance of breaking things. Electric vehicles are much cheaper to run than other forms of transport and cost about half of one percent of the cost of using vehicles that run on gas. Many of them have direct drive electric motors and although this can be expensive to begin with they are much more reliable and efficient.

A good number of scooters will fold up so that you can take them on the subway or the bus. Most of these vehicles have a maximum speed of fifteen miles an hour and a good number of them are only suitable for people over the age of sixteen. To some extent these vehicles look a lot like the scooter you probably had as a kid, although they are more substantial and don’t rely on your footwork to get them going.

Most vehicles require a good braking system for safety reasons and personal electric vehicles are no exception. There are two and three wheeled styles to choose from, some of which have seats. If you look around before you buy then you should find an electric scooter to suit your needs.



Glen