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With the world economy facing one of its worst recession since the great depression, consumers are cutting down on their spending in order to weather through this tough period. One of the major spend items in our modern life today is on transportation. Although the price of oil has come down tremendously in the past year, it’s still considerably expensive to own a car and keep in running for our daily errands. While we may not be able to completely do without cars especially if we have a family with young kids but we can certainly have an alternative backup mode of transportation. I’m talking about electric scooter, like its namesake it’s runs completely on electric without using gasoline at all although nowadays they have the hybrid ones which can run on both. Electric scooters are not expensive, the price ranges from USD350-USD4000 depending on the type and model. Most people can still afford this especially if it means reducing their spend on petrol or gasoline. Furthermore electric scooters are also environmentally friendly, relatively quiet so it’s great for reducing the noise levels in our cities as well. Electric scooters can run up to 20 miles an hour although some of latest model can do faster than that. Some people might think that this is nothing as compared to the powerful gasoline bikes and cars. While it’s true that the speed is nothing to shout about however think of the gasoline/petrol that you can save every time you use your electric scooter. If you are single or do not have any kids, electric scooters are perfect vehicles for you to get around even to work especially if you live less than 10 miles from your work place. Parking is also non hassle as it could fit into any small space or corners so you do not to pay exorbitant amount of parking fees.

Electric scooters have been moving up steadily on the popular mode of transportation chart in the last few years. Apart from the economy, it also has a lot to do the types of products that are available in the market. Electric scooters have made some leaps and bounds since it was first developed years ago and now electric scooters are seen as a cool vehicle to have. The companies that make these scooter have also come a long way in terms of their R&D and quality of products. In the past year, we have seen the emergence of some new companies in the electric scooters industry. They’re none other than Ego and E-Max. They have had great success since they launched their range of electric scooters last year. It’s estimated that E-Max has sold more than 1000 of its powerful USD3000 model since it was launched. So what’re the popular electric scooters around? Without a shadow of doubt, it’s the Xtreme range of scooters. The price of Xtreme scooters ranges from USD150 to USD2000 depending on the model or course. For those who love a bit of speed, you might to want try out Xtreme-XB500. As for the entry level or novice riders, the Xtreme X10 is a good choice. Another range of electric scooters are the Ego’s bike where it cost around USD1000 but it’s extremely durable and easy to handle. The Egos are good for city rides and it’s fairly cheap to maintain as well.

Some of the electric scooters also have a motor-protected circuitry that enables the scooter to move ahead and gain speed even before the assist starts working. So when the throttle-switch is released, the unique design of the electric scooters allow the motor to coast or “freewheel” in a way most commonly seen in regular bikes. The electric scooters can be truly enjoyable as they have an easy acceleration that helps them to glide smoothly through heavy winds as well as climb hills smoothly.

There are obviously different types of scooters and I’m not talking about the brand or model but the general classification of electric scooters irregardless of the manufacturer. The first type is zappy or the lower end (entry level) scooter which can reach a maximum speed of 10-12 km an hour. Next is the flyer which could do up to 20 km an hour and it’s gaining popularity due to its maneuvering simplicity.  Finally the most advance type is the Voloci where it comes with many modern features like selectable performance models, quick-swap battery packs, key ignition.

How then does an electric scooter operate? It’s combination of electrical power from the batteries and feed it to the motor which the heart of the scooter. The speed is handled with a variety of switches and together with the handlebars and brakes provides the handling of the scooter. Some of the newer electric scooters come with computerised controls just like the modern cars to make the ride even smoother and safer.

The best way to know whether electric scooters are for you or not will be to try out one at your nearest showroom or retail shop. I can guarantee that once you ride it, it’s difficult to give it up. I was also once a sceptic but after seeing my friends and colleagues enjoying themselves with their scooters, I just didn’t want to be left out!

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If you have been looking at electric scooters and trying to decide which one would be right for you, then there are a few questions you may want to consider. Are you going to use it for leisure or to commute to and from work? How far are you going to be traveling? When faced with the many different models of electric scooters, these questions will help you decide which one is right for you.

So basically you need to consider the range of the electric scooters mobility, the rider’s weight, the terrain of the area where it will be used, its portability as well as the climate it will be used in. You also want to try a few out to make sure as you can have a choice of stand-up or sit down scooters and of course, you need to know what your budget will allow.

When talking about range, it refers to how far the batteries will take you on a single charge, as most electric scooters, under ideal conditions on flat land, no wind, etc., have a standard range of approximately 8 miles. However, it is more likely that a few less miles will be closer to the average. As well, a rider who weights between 180 and 250 lbs will be able to ride most of the different powered scooters. A heavier person will be a little more limited as to the types of scooters available to them.

The terrain is also a consideration when choosing powered scooters, obviously the flatter the land the better. If there is going to be hill climbing involved, then you may want to consider making sure that you purchase one of the 350 watt electric motor scooters. You also need to consider portability, meaning how much will you need to carry the electric scooter around? Most are small enough but some are also fairly heavy and not as easy to fold.

Another thing to consider before you purchase an electric scooter is the climate. If it is sunny and warm pretty much any one of the electric scooters would work for you. If you are stranded in the rain, then most manufactures say it is fine to go ahead and ride the scooter back home if you have no other option. Most of the motors are sealed and a little rain should not hurt them but stay out of the rain if possible. Also keep in mind that both extreme heat and extreme cold may reduce the scooters range.