The two-wheeler market has exploded recently, with money tight for everyone; More and more people are looking for this affordable way to travel from one point to another. The two main types of two-wheelers are geared and gearless two-wheelers, and gearless two-wheelers are known as scooters. Initially, scooter manufacturers targeted women for their products, and they were more or less known as town and city commuters, but now there are some improved models that are almost worth a race. The debate over whether scooters, in some cases even used scooters, are better than other vehicles, or even a worthwhile purchase, has been around for a while now. Here are some advantages and disadvantages of using a scooter.
Most scooters are light vehicles that are perfect for driving in places where the roads are well built and the driving environment is perfect. They are much lighter than bikes and therefore a good choice for non-experienced riders, young riders and women, and have their own set of advantages for these types of riders. Scooters do not allow you to go at very high speeds -because they start to shake and it is not possible to control them- and therefore the chances of accidents due to driving at high speed decrease.
Scooters are easy to learn and maneuver and therefore easy to control and drive. In fact, people who want to drive electric scooters – which offer very low speeds – don’t even need licenses. They are safe and are closing in on the competition, particularly in town and city markets. With the number of manufacturers entering the scooter business, there are newer and more attractive models that provide the right amount of value for money, making them popular even with male riders.
Scooters also have some disadvantages for users. Some of these scooters are more expensive than the average bike and this cost may not be feasible for everyone. The lower speeds may put some people off and overall these scooters are not for someone who would do longer trips. Also, they don’t give more mileage, and it can be more expensive to own a scooter than a bike in the long run. Some would also say that scooters are not really suitable for passenger riding, and that it could be very difficult for a new rider to ride a scooter as a passenger.
These are the advantages and disadvantages of owning a scooter. Buying any vehicle is not just about the looks and mileage, but you need to consider other aspects such as the quality and construction of the vehicle, the after-sales service you will get, and most importantly, the driving experience you will get. If you are planning to buy a vehicle, you should do proper research to decide which one would be best for you. Various websites provide this information, including used bikes.