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EENAR Rookie Author Illinois Posts:16 Points:906,945 Joined:Oct 2004	Message Posted: Mar 25, 2011 4:23:05 PM Ignore EENAR Report Abuse WE SHOULD GO TO EURO TYPE SCOOTERS FOR WORK AND QUICK TRIPS TO THE STORE STILL KEEP 1 CAR FOR SELF AND KIDS. MOST TRIPS ARE 5 TO 15 MILES FROM HOME BIG SAVINGS 8 BUCKS FOR A COUPLE OF GALS. TO GET AROUND WEEK TO TEN DAYS. SOME JOBS CLOSE TO HOME CAN USE THIS TOO SAVING BIG CAR FOR WEEKEND WITH WIFE AND KIDS. SOME OF US CAN GET RID OF 2ND CAR !!

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WE SHOULD GO TO EURO TYPE SCOOTERS FOR WORK AND QUICK TRIPS TO THE STORE STILL KEEP 1 CAR FOR SELF AND KIDS. MOST TRIPS ARE 5 TO 15 MILES FROM HOME BIG SAVINGS 8 BUCKS FOR A COUPLE OF GALS. TO GET AROUND WEEK TO TEN DAYS. SOME JOBS CLOSE TO HOME CAN USE THIS TOO SAVING BIG CAR FOR WEEKEND WITH WIFE AND KIDS. SOME OF US CAN GET RID OF 2ND CAR !!

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BCERB Champion Author Victoria Posts:2,297 Points:425,015 Joined:Jul 2009	Message Posted: Apr 2, 2011 3:49:08 AM Ignore BCERB Report Abuse Buy a motor to mount on your bike. Just be prepared - top out speed is about 8mph & Semitrailers will blow you into the ditch.
PatAZ Champion Author Tucson Posts:9,253 Points:122,460 Joined:May 2008	Message Posted: Apr 1, 2011 2:12:15 PM Ignore PatAZ Report Abuse Not safe enough for the drivers around here.
Manny70 Rookie Author California Posts:70 Points:46,520 Joined:Mar 2011	Message Posted: Apr 1, 2011 11:20:17 AM Ignore Manny70 Report Abuse This is a good idea, would save lots of money
Gas_Buddy Champion Author Maryland Posts:25,986 Points:3,036,015 Joined:Aug 2004	Message Posted: Mar 27, 2011 4:02:22 PM Ignore Gas_Buddy Report Abuse While the idea is good in theory, most quality scooters will cost you $2,500 to $5,000 depending on quality, features (which can vary significantly), convenience (starting, oil/gas requirements, maintenance, etc), and engine size. Yes, low end models (with partial assembly by the owner) can cost $1,000 whereas a name brand (and better quality) such as a Vespa will cost between $3,000 and $6,000, and a Honda will cost between $2,300 (for a 49 cc model) to $3,000 for a Honda Elite (a better and more functional scooter), upwards to $5,000. There are disadvantages in that they're limited in what they can do; depending where you live and the model, many are not what you want to use to commute to work; they're simply not built for extended drives and you'll feel the difference between models. There's limited cargo capacity, there's safety perceptions, especially when on primary roads (read, for example, in another thread about how people wouldn't buy a SMART car because other cars are bigger and would cause extensive damage; that concern is there more so when putting a scooter on the road). they aren't what you would generally use for short work commutes, nor do they have the capacity to carry cargo/a load of any significance, and there are maneuverability issues on the road (again, safety). The advantages are they're less costly than a car to operate and maintain, less to insure, and they get better gas mileage. Would I get one? Well, I used one overseas for several years, being very conscious of traffic, scheduling my driving time and frequently choosing side streets in order to compensate for other traffic. Better, however, to seriously consider a small, relatively inexpensive second car that can provide more utility. If the issue is solely the price of gas and the price of insurance, then get a scooter; if there are other issues, consider something small, other than a scooter such as a mid-sized motorcycle or a small car which can probably give you more overall value for your dollar.
maxstar Champion Author Chicago Posts:18,496 Points:811,495 Joined:Feb 2011	Message Posted: Mar 27, 2011 3:55:22 PM Ignore maxstar Report Abuse Not sure who you mean by "we" but if a scooter fits your needs, by all means get one. For me a scooter would not work.
jdhelm Champion Author Iowa Posts:11,886 Points:1,200,840 Joined:Dec 2009	Message Posted: Mar 26, 2011 8:19:59 AM Ignore jdhelm Report Abuse i'm confused, would i have to pay 'euro dollars' to buy a euro scooter? then- would i have to burn euro gas? holy crap.
MARIOWERX Champion Author Vancouver Posts:15,942 Points:1,641,710 Joined:Oct 2008	Message Posted: Mar 25, 2011 11:07:40 PM Ignore MARIOWERX Report Abuse My Euro Neighbor's French Poodle did a Euro scooter across their new Carpets. No big savings for them.
daklipper Sophomore Author Virginia Posts:120 Points:43,025 Joined:Jun 2008	Message Posted: Mar 25, 2011 7:48:04 PM Ignore daklipper Report Abuse It seems like a nice idea, however, I live in a rural area and most of the travel is on highways and it is rather scary trying to operate a vehicle around them. But another point is the cost and the safety factor, initial cost for a good quality unit is pretty high 2,000.00 to 4500.00 those ones you buy on the net wont last very long....
HeavyDuty_cache Champion Author Omaha Posts:12,985 Points:2,485,410 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Mar 25, 2011 4:54:16 PM Ignore HeavyDuty_cache Report Abuse 1. Why are you shouting? 2. Those scooters would work in a city if you didn't have to get on a Interstate or highway. Otherwise you would get run over.