· City Commuting
· Commuting with Platform Scooters
· Costs To Charge A Scooter
· Electric Bike Benefits
· Electric Bike Positive Points
· Electric Bike Uses
· Electric scooters - Green
· Electric Scooters & Commuting
· Electric vs Gas scooters
· Gas versus. Electric Scooters
· Light Electric Vehicles
· Lightweight Scooters
· Neighborhood Electric Vehicle
· One Person Cars
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When you get ready to buy an electric bike, more than likely, you have a
ton of questions. This is an important decision and one that needs to be
made specific to your needs. In relation to the electric bike, you could
expect to travel approximately five miles before the battery would need to
be recharged. Keep in mind that this is dependent on the conditions. For
example, if it is pouring rain outside and the roads have become muddy and
a little slick, you will not get as much distance as if you were riding on
a sunny day with dry roads.
Another consideration with an electric bike is the speed the bike will
travel. If riding on level ground, adults could expect to travel at
approximately 10 miles per hour whereas kids that are lighter weight, will
average 12 miles per hour. This is a nice speed in that you will get
where you need to go much quicker than if you were walking but still slow
enough that if something were to go terribly wrong, you could jump off and
avoid any serious injuries.
Probably the question asked most often relates to the recharging of the
battery. First, batteries come in various sizes. Second, a standard
sized charger can take up to eight hours for a full recharge. Although
this may not seem as convenient as the gas scooter, many people carry an
extra battery with them. This assures the rider that they always have a
spare. Additionally, carrying a second battery will allow you to travel
a further distance. You should also look for a lead-acid battery, which
is designed so it does not have to be fully drained before being recharged.
Another benefit related to an electric scooter is that you can carry it on
public transit whereas gas scooters are not permitted by law for safety
purposes. The electric scooter simply folds and can then be stored
underneath your seat. Electric scooters are an excellent choice for short
distances and smaller loads. If you need to run to the local store just a
few miles away for a gallon of milk and loaf of bread, rather than waste
the gas in your car, simply use your electric scooter.
Overall, the electric scooter costs a little more than a gas scooter but
in exchange, you will enjoy a quieter ride. An electric scooter also runs
cooler than a gas scooter and requires less maintenance. Although you may
have considered an electric scooter primarily for fun, once you get it, you
will quickly discover all the outstanding benefits for your every day life.
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