| With so many styles and features, these | | | | trendy seated scooters complete with a |
| aren't your average scooters and they're not | | | | headlight and rearview mirrors, usually |
| just for kids anymore! | | | | priced around $2,000. More basic stand-up |
| | | | types vary in speeds and range. There are |
| Both adults and children can gain from the | | | | even off-road and stunt scooters for the more |
| pleasure and convenience of electric | | | | adventurous. |
| scooters. Whether your children want a fun | | | | |
| way to zoom around the neighborhood, or | | | | Even if your scooter is designed for a |
| you're college student without transportation | | | | multitude of uses, be sure to observe safety. |
| to class, or your work commute is too hard on | | | | Wear proper attire and obey traffic laws. |
| your feet, almost anyone can benefit from an | | | | Avoid quick moving or congested traffic, give |
| electric scooter. | | | | pedestrians the right of way, and operate |
| | | | your scooter defensively. |
| Most electric scooters are easily | | | | |
| compactable, using no dangerous fuels, have | | | | Make sure the scooter's age recommendation |
| short charging times, and quiet motors. Ride | | | | suits your child's abilities. For example, |
| your scooter to work or school and store it | | | | Razor makes an easy to control, three-wheeled |
| under your desk. Save time and skip the | | | | scooter suitable for children as young as |
| walk, save money on gasoline, and even do a | | | | two. |
| small favor for the environment. Not only | | | | |
| are electric scooters practical, they're fun! | | | | Just like learning to drive, you should |
| | | | thoroughly read the users manual and practice |
| With quiet riding electric scooters, there | | | | enough to feel comfortable before heading out |
| are no smelly fumes and no need to mess with | | | | to the open road. And just like your car, |
| gasoline fuel. Plus scooter batteries are | | | | don't drive your scooter while drinking |
| recyclable. While many riders choose | | | | alcohol. It might be a toy, but it can still |
| scooters for the entertainment value, these | | | | be dangerous. Find out your local laws |
| earth-friendly vehicles are a sensible | | | | regarding scooters in public places. While |
| alternative to automobiles. | | | | gas-powered scooters are not allowed on |
| | | | public transportation, you may be able to |
| There are dozens of scooters to choose from, | | | | tote your scooter on the bus. |
| such as ZAP, GoPed, or Razor just to name a | | | | |
| few. Your first step toward purchasing your | | | | Take care of your scooter and it will provide |
| new scooter is to make a list of what you're | | | | you with years of entertainment. Since there |
| looking for. Manufacturers tailor some | | | | are relatively few moving parts, electric |
| scooters for children, with a weight limit | | | | scooters are reliable and durable. Many |
| and a lower maximum speed. But other | | | | scooter manufacturers sell replacement parts |
| scooters go faster and further, supporting | | | | online. Most adults can assemble and repair |
| more than 200 pounds. | | | | parts. However, having some bicycle mechanic |
| | | | knowledge certainly helps. The drive belt |
| Scooters can cost from under $200 to over | | | | that powers the scooter is similar to a |
| $1,000. Whatever your needs, you're sure to | | | | bicycle's chain system. |
| find a scooter in your price range. You can | | | | |
| even choose an electric scooter with a seat. | | | | Once you find your perfect electric scooter, |
| | | | make sure you are ready for curious questions |
| Electric scooters are battery powered and | | | | and amused onlookers. Scooters are growing |
| rechargeable. Most charging times are less | | | | in popularity. Manufacturers are developing |
| than eight hours. Your scooter may even have | | | | more creative designs and innovative features |
| a quick charger. | | | | each year. Get ready to enter a new world of |
| | | | enjoyment and convenience with your new |
| Do you want to travel in style or do you just | | | | electric scooter. |
| want to play in the backyard? There are | | | | |