Wholesale Electric Scooters

Why buy wholesale electric scooters? Two-wheeled vehicles hold plenty of allure, especially in cities. Scooters are comparatively cheap to buy, parking is usually free and relatively easy to find, the fuel costs very little - according to consumer group Which?, running the most fuel-hungry 125cc costs under $420 a year for 150 miles a week - and the environmental impact is much less than that of a car.

In addition, motorbikes, wholesale electric scooters, and bicycles are exempt from congestion charges, which this month was increased. But perhaps the best thing about riding a scooter is weaving through traffic jams while motorists can only sit and glare.

It's not all positive though - city roads can be pretty hairy and, with no outer shell for protection, cyclists and bikers are vulnerable in the event of a collision which obviously leads to the advice, always wear your helmet when riding your wholesale electric scooter as the majority of seriuos scooter injuries are head injuries.

"People think they can jump on fast electric scooters, stick an L plate on, and ride into the sunset," says Mr Collins. "And if you have a car licence, of course, legally you can, but it's dangerous and you should take a basic scooter training course first."

There are CBT centres in most cities and the one-day course should cost around $80. It's recommended that new riders sit it, as riding fast electric scooters is different to driving. The CBT certificate lasts for two years, after which you need to pass a full motorbike test, and only at this point can you take a passenger.

But learning to ride the bike isn't the end of it. "Also, consider what to wear," Mr Collins warns. "Don't ride fast electric scooters with shorts and flip flops. It's important to wear protective gear, boots, and especially gloves, because if you come off the bike, you'll put your hands out, and if you're travelling at speed, you won't have much skin left afterwards."

Low Price Electric Scooters

Popular brands cheaoe r than vespa are the sportee elctric scooter, thundersky electric scooters and the aesthetically pleasing rietti classic electric scooter.

When Which? tested 50cc and 125cc scooters it recommended low price electric scooters like Aprilia SR 50cc and the Honda FES125cc But for many, the retro chic Vespa holds more attraction. The Italian-made bikes have something of an iconic status, ridden by Audrey Hepburn in the 50s and these days, apparently, Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin. But, says Steve Compton, Vespas offer more than just looks. "They're steel, robust and go on forever, and if you need parts, they're much easier to get for a Vespa," he says.

Low price electric scooters like vespas are best purchased used, if you want true bargains then go for unknown generic brands. The 50cc models cost less new, while a 125cc costs almost double, there are many types of electric scooters for sale, find one that suits your needs and personality.

Mr Compton says the resell value is good for Vespas too: "If you buy one for $2,000, chances are you'll sell it for $1,400 a couple of years later because they hold their value well." There are lots of electric scooters for sale second hand, so it's possible to pick up a decent model for around $1,000.

Finance and insurance Many dealers offer electric scooter finance packages and these do not necessarily represent bad deals. Comptons, for instance, offers loans with interest rates of around 6% on used bikes, repayable over six months to four years. But make sure you shop around for before you sign up for a deal - a competitive personal loan may be a better bet than some of the finance packages on offer - and set a budget before you go shopping.

That way you won't find yourself leaving the shop on a Harley financed with over-priced credit.

Once you've got your bike, you'll need to insure it, bearing in mind that, as well as accident cover, scooters tend to be very stealable. According to the Home Office, more mopeds and scooters are stolen each year than other types of motorbikes. It has a website offering tips on securing your bike, and recommends some anti-theft devices, which may also lower insurance premiums.

Insurance is fairly cheap for scooters, but as well as anti-theft measures, there are things you can do to lower costs. A spokeswoman for Churchill insurance says that advanced motorcycle qualifications, locking the bike in a garage, and avoiding pillion passengers all reduce premiums.

Costs vary dependent on experience, age and so on, but as an example Churchill says a 45-year-old living in Essex could get fully comprehensive cover for a 50cc bike at $94.88 a year. Bennetts Insurance offer discounts for female riders, those who have owned a bike for over a year, and motorcyclists who ride a maximum of 3,000 miles a year.