Motorized Scooters

Motorized Scooters are fast becoming one of the most popular means to travel, and it's no big surprise. With gas prices going up, who wants the expense of filling up the Explorer or Excursion for a one-person trip around the block when you can zip around in a nifty motorized scooter? And it's loads of fun too!

Today there is a wide range of motorized scooters available, from gas powered motor scooters, electric motor scooters, kids motor scooters, to motorized scooters for a disabled person with special needs.

Before you plunk money down on any motorized scooter, consider these few basics to choose the right one for you.

The most important factor you have to consider is how far you have to go. That will help you determine what size engine you need, whether or not you require electric or gas powered scooters and whether or not you will need a scooter with a seat. For example, if you park a long way from where you work, you will want something that’s compact that will fit in your trunk, and you probably don’t really need gas powered scooters – an electric motor scooter would probably do for you.

Gas powered scooters are great for longer distances as they pack more power and speed. An electric motor scooter though doesn’t burn gasoline and runs more quietly and is more eco-friendly than gas powered motor scooters.

One of the most popular electric motorized scooters is the Razor E300.

Not only does it come in an exciting streamlined design, it can also reach speeds of up to 15 miles per hour to ensure that you zip around the neighborhood in style. It also has loads of cool features such as:

• Super-sized deck and frame for riders of almost all sizes
• High-performance, variable-speed, quiet chain-drive motor for speeds up to 15 miles per hour
• Adjustable-height handlebars
• Twist-grip acceleration control
• Hand-operated rear brake
• Folding handlebar mechanism for easy storage and transport
• Extra-wide 10" pneumatic front and rear tires for smooth ride
• Up to 45 minutes of continuous riding per charge

If you're looking for something with that extra oomph and make you the talk of the town, check out this baby:

The Go-Ped GSR46R Gas Motorized Folding Scooter is a competition class scooter that might weigh a measly 35 pounds but can reach speeds of up to 30 miles per hour. It comes in 4 different powder coated colors and has features such as pneumatic TT tires mounted with magnesium rims, 20-inch motorcyle style racing handlebars fitted with a slide tube clamp and pro control levers. Yeah baby!

No matter which model you choose remember that safety is of the highest importance. Some State laws require all scooter riders wear a helmet, but not all do. Nonetheless it's highly recommended that you invest in a good helmet, elbow pad and knee pad.