How to choose a scooter? (recommendation)

The decision to buy a new or budget version of the scooter saves a lot of money. However, the choice of motorcycles should be treated responsibly. Otherwise, spare parts for the scooter, which will have to buy instead of defective, will significantly increase the initial cost of equipment.

Scooter selection options

1. Engine capacity. For frequent use with cargo, passenger, on a dirt road, the recommended volume is 100-150 cubic meters. See for long-distance travel with a passenger, luggage will need engines with a capacity of 250 cubic meters and more. For teenagers, women, elderly people scooters with the motor in 50 cubic meters will approach. See vehicles with a volume of 50-250 cubic meters. cm can be used in urban and rural areas.

2. Power. For teenagers and the elderly, a scooter with a capacity of 3 hp is enough. For daily trips on city streets, the recommended power is 4-14 hp, for long-distance travel - 40-50 hp.

3. Number of seats. The possibility of boarding of the passenger, volume of the transported cargo depends on this parameter. Certain requirements may also be imposed on other parameters: maximum speed, weight, fuel consumption, tank volume, etc.

What to look for when buying a scooter

When choosing a used vehicle, its defects should be reasonably assessed. The store offers parts of excellent quality at low prices. However, it is necessary to determine the feasibility of costs. This makes it possible to calculate the cost of repairs and, by bargaining, reduce the price of the scooter.

Tuning 

Installing a more powerful unit on the scooter can lead to increased wear of other components. Factory assemblies and settings are thought out to the smallest detail, which allows the connected assemblies to work in concert. Improper installation of parts can lead to unbalance of the systems.

Thus, the installation of a cylinder of increased volume should be accompanied by the replacement of the old crankshaft with a stronger model. The zero resistance filter reduces the service life of the motor. When inspecting the scooter, you should pay attention to these and other similar aspects.

Appearance

Since then, cracks, broken pieces of plastic indicate that the scooter fell or crashed. Such situations could cause hidden damage that needs expensive repairs. The presence of scratches on the plastic should not be alarming - it is common.

Electrical equipment

When checking the serviceability of the brake light, turn signals, high beam and low beam devices, you need to consider some aspects:

an audible signal is issued without starting when the ignition key is turned;

the starter start button only works when the brake is pressed;

for most models, the headlight emits light only when the engine is running.

Any deviations from these settings may indicate that the wiring is mounted carelessly.

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