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13 March 2007

What Type of Electric Scooter is Best For You?



This is a rather subjective issue, but if you're looking for an electric scooter that would be best for your particular situation, then you should consider several factors first before you make a decision. There are many kinds and makes of electric scooters in the market, so choosing the best one can be a bit confusing. This article hopes to give you the basic things you need to look for when it comes to buying an electric scooter.

First, find out how much and how often you are going to use it. If you're just getting an electric scooter for emergency use, in case your car breaks down or you need a quick run to the nearby convenience store, then you're better off with the most basic electric scooter model. You can buy one for as low as $500.

However, if you're buying an electric scooter for everyday use, that is, for somebody who is handicapped or a senior citizen, you might want to invest in the higher models. In fact, the more stable the unit is, the better. In this case, a four-wheeled electric scooter is your best choice.

There are other types of electric scooters out there. You can have something that has just two wheels, while you can also own one that has three wheels. Of course, the four wheeler is the most stable and should be the one you're getting for your parents or, if you want, for your kid.

It would also be best to buy an electric scooter that won't take up so much space in your garage. The bulky scooters are not as big as cars, but they occupy garage space, nonetheless. If your parking lot is already cramped, you might want to buy an electric scooter that can easily be folded up. If you travel a lot and intend to bring your electric scooter around, you should buy something that can be disassembled. Just make sure you know how to put it back, of course.

Choosing the right kind of electric scooter can be a pretty daunting task. But if you know what you need and determined your budget, this should be a pretty easy decision. Electric scooters are not just functional, they can also be trendy. So, aside from its use, you should also factor in how it looks when you make that purchase.

09 March 2007

How To Choose Your Electric Scooter Or Bike

Scooters are probably one of the most convenient and easy to use vehicles around. Unlike a car, you don't really have to go through driving school to be able to handle a scooter safely.

Sometimes, all you even have to have is the knowledge on how to ride an ordinary bike and you're good to go. If you're planning on doing tricks with your electric scooter, however, you will have to go through another kind of training, of course.

What is it about scooters that appeals to us? Perhaps it is fact that scooters are so small that they can outmaneuver any car at any place. Because we live at a time where traffic jams are commonplace, owning a scooter or a bike is one of the most practical decisions we can have.

How do we choose an electric scooter or bike? Given the fact that there are several types of electric scooters, choosing the right one to suit our needs can be a challenge.

For instance, do you want an electric scooter or bike that can be disseassembled for easy storage? Are you planning to bring this scooter around with you when you travel? There are electric scooter or bike models that can be as light as 22 pounds, so even if you are intending to board a plane it won't be a nuisance.

You can also choose between a two wheeler, three wheeler, and four wheeler. Naturally, the four wheeler models are the heaviest and bulkiest, but if safety is your concern, or if you're buying an electric scooter or bike for someone who is handicapped, you should choose on a four-wheel version.

Speed limits on electric scooters or bikes are lower than the regular gas powered scooters, but they are fast nonetheless. Just because they run on electricity doesn't mean they're of the wimpy sort. Electric scooters and bikes are not just toys to make you look cute. They are actually very functional. The average price of an electric scooter or bike is $800, but you can own one for as low as $580.

Now that you know the basics about electric scooters or bikes, it is hoped that you will make a better decision with your purchase.