How to Decide Which Scooter You Should Buy

A scooter can be a great way to get around town. Riding your scooter to work or for basic errands can also allow you to save money on fuel costs. Not only that, but scooters can also be a blast to drive. Still, it is important that you carefully consider which scooter you want to buy to ensure it is a good fit for your needs. To learn more, contact Interstate Cycles or stop by our location in Lake City, Florida, also serving Gainesville and Jacksonville. 

Consider What Size of Scooter You Want

Scooters generally come in three different sizes. Small scooters are the most common type, and these usually have 50cc engines. You can also find mid-sized scooters with engines between 125 and 170cc and large scooters that are 250cc or more. Small scooters tend to be much less expensive, but they are really only capable of reaching speeds of 30 to 50 mph. If you’re looking for something that is capable of traveling on the highway, you’ll be better off with a larger engine capable of traveling up to 70 mph.

Think About Why You’re Buying and How You’ll Use It

Many people buy a scooter to help lower the cost of their daily commute or for cruising around town. If this is primarily your reason for wanting a scooter, you’ll definitely want to stick with a smaller model. Larger scooters use more fuel and are more expensive to buy and insure. That being said, any size of scooter will still be much more economical than a car if the scooter is your only vehicle. Otherwise, if you own a scooter and a second vehicle, only a small scooter will really save you much money in the long run. 

If you’re buying the scooter simply because you think it will be fun to ride, you’ll probably get much more enjoyment out of a larger engine that you would with something smaller. In this sense, it really comes down to your own personal reasons for wanting to own a scooter in the first place.  

Decide Whether to Buy New or Used

One other thing you’ll want to consider is whether to buy new or used. Most small scooters are fairly inexpensive and usually cost anywhere from $2,000 to $5,000. If you have the money to spend, buying new is usually the better option simply due to the overall quality and condition. However, you should also factor in the approximate resale value to ensure you can recoup more of your investment if you ever decide to sell. In this case, you are far better off to go with a reputable model like a Honda Ruckus® scooter. Although you can find numerous cheaper Chinese and Taiwanese brands, these tend to lose their resale value very quickly. 

Not all scooters are made equally. For this reason, it is vital that you do your research to ensure whichever model you choose offers good value for your money. For more information, contact Interstate Cycles. We are located in Lake City, Florida and also serve Gainesville and Jacksonville.