1960s prototype of the Hover Scooter. Tweed jacket and tie are optional.

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Anthony and Ian run into a little trouble on their quest to buy scooters. Watch this video in higher quality & download video at smosh.com http myspace.com

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In October of 2000 my wife and I took a tour of the Vespa Museum in Pontedera, Italy. Here you will see early prototype Vespa scooters as well as classics like the Vespa GS and 90SS. If you ever go to Italy and are near Pisa be sure to go see this excellent Museum! Filmed and Edited by Jared Foster Music by Belle & Sebastian Stephen Trask

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An indepth review of all available scooters….and which is the best to buy.

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If you are considering a Scooter or a Vespa as your primary means of transportation to save money, there are some things you need to know. Mopeds and Scooters are not the same, Scooters and Vespas have different motor vehicle regulations and safety issues than their larger cousin the Moped. Scooters are inexpensive and they can save you a lot of money on gas and insurance. Scooters are easy to maintain and they depreciate slowly. However, because of their relatively smaller size, scooters are hard to see by drivers of motor vehicles especially in traffic and the most frequent injuries are fractures to arms and legs. The following tips will help you have safe “scootering”:

Wear bright or reflective clothing to maximize your visibility at night.

Wear a DOT, ANSI, OR Snell-approved helmet which are designed with hard outer shells and a retention system to protect the head and the brain in a variety of impacts. In 2006, 41% of those killed in crashes were not wearing a helmet.

If your helmet is not equipped with a face shield, wear goggles or glasses with plastic lenses to protect your eyes against insects, wind, dirt, rocks, or other airborne matter.

Wear elbow and knee pads.

Wear slip-resistant shoes and avoid wearing sandals, flip-flops or shoes with laces.

Ride with the flow of traffic.

Obey the speed limits and never travel faster than your skill level or than the conditions allow.

Know how to use hand signals and signal well before you make a turn or lane change.

Use extra caution at intersections, parking lot entrances and exits, and driveways.

Avoid hitting road hazards, such as sharp bumps and holes in the road surface. These hazards can cause loss of control or damage.

Be especially conscious of traffic from behind.

Do not operate your scooter at night. The scooter is not equipped to be operated in the dark or low light conditions. It may not be easily visible to cars, pedestrians or other scooters.

If you ride at night, make sure you have a safety headlight for your scooter.

Ride only on smooth hard surfaces. Motor scooters are not designed to be used in off road conditions. Use caution when rolling over obstacles.

Avoid gravel or uneven roads.

Do not allow the motorized scooter to be used in the rain, nor to be driven through puddles of water. The motor, batteries and controls can be damaged if exposed to water.

The scooter should be used by only one person at a time. Do not carry additional persons or items while riding. Do not put additional loads on the motor scooter by pulling or towing anything.

Scooters must have a seat for highway use.

Park so you do not block sidewalks, handicap and building accesses, or emergency drives

Check all joints, hinges and quick releases to ensure the scooter is properly assembled. Stop using the scooter immediately if any joint, hinge, or quick release becomes loose.

Maintain proper air pressure in the tires. Low air pressure induces extra rolling friction, reduces ground clearance, and wears the tires quicker.

If the brake lever touches the handlebar grip, stop using the scooter until the lever is adjusted.

This checklist is not completely exhaustive. You should check for state specific rules with your local DMV.

This article was provided by Virginia personal injury law firm Allen, Allen, Allen and Allen. The attorneys at Allen and Allen are experienced in handling scooter accidents and personal injury cases.

Article Source: scooter-or-vespa-with-these-safety-tips”>Stay Safe Riding Your Scooter or Vespa With These Safety Tips – ArticleSpan.com

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Scooters are just so chic! Besides the humble bicycle, an electric scooter is the next best green mode of transportation around.

In a survey conducted by the Piaggio Group (maker of the  Vespas) they concluded, that one in every three Americans would consider buying a scooter to get around everyday. I’ll admit, when gas prices were soaring, I actually thought about getting a scooter somewhere down the line.

Here’s another interesting fact, scooter sales have jumped up some 200% and are still trending upwards. I think it’s safe to say, and many scooter enthusiasts will probably agree, that the Vectrix VX-1 electric scooter is a sweet ride.

This all-highway capable vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 50 mph in 6.8 seconds with a max speed of 62 mph, has a range of 35 to 55 miles and is powered by a 125-volt nickel metal hydride battery that can be recharged in a couple of hours. Just think, you can laugh your way past every gas station in sight! Price, around $11,000 (I know, it’s kind of steep but you’ll be taking a step in the right direction towards reducing your carbon print).  read more at examiner.com


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The US and other countries should encourage the use of electric and gas scooters in cities to avoid congestion and reduce carbon emissions.

If you travel to any modern European city, you will see countless scooters lined up on every sidewalk, crammed into every entryway, and generally lodged into any crack or crevice in which a car won’t fit.

On the roads you will see them behaving much as pedal bikes here, passing in between lanes, driving on road shoulders and, of course, parking anywhere they aren’t causing an obstruction. Europeans ride scooters pretty much all year, even in relatively cool places like Paris, where 40-year-old professional women will ride to work in a dress and stiletto heels. Read more…


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Even in the midst of the financial crisis, the US bike market and in particular the e-Bike business segment is doing very well. Reports say that the number of e-bikes sold in the U.S. is expected to reach a record 170,000 units this year as big retailers get in on this fast growing market.

High gas prices may be one reason for the surge in sales, but with the recent drop in prices it will be interesting to see if this continues. Read more…

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Here is an interesting and timely story about the growing use of mobility scooters and the dangers they may pose.

Mobility scooters are a godsend for those with limited mobility, giving them the means to get out and about. However, there’s renewed concern about the use of the scooters, and the danger they pose. Pressure is coming on the Government to put the brakes on a growing problem mobility scooters and “the grey racers” who rumble the streets on them. Read more…

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If you have spent countless hours searching online for an eletric scooter for kids then this site may be what you are looking for.

We have spent many hours of research into electric scooter for kids and conducted our own search procedures into the subject to find the worthwhile web sites that carry solid electric scooter information. Below are links to the very best sites we found and encourage you to visit them, we promise you will not be disappointed.

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