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Inexpensive Electric Motorscooters -- Best Prices on the Net -- from $199.95

See also: Classic, Basic, High-performance, Luxury, Stand-up, and Minimalist Motorscooters, and mobility scooters.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Electric and gas-powered Motorscooters

The advantages of an electric scooter over a gas scooter: No license, no registration, and no insurance is required for electric scooters with less than 750 watts, and larger ones are classified as mopeds in most states . No gas bills ever. Accellerated payback time given the excellent price and gas savings. Environmentally friendly. An ideal short-distance commuting vehicle.

Disadvantages: Limited range (less than 50 miles, most less than 25), limited speed (20-50 MPH depending on model), recharge time: (4-6 hours)

Advantages and Disadvantages of Electric Motorscooters and mobility scooters.

Advantages: Electric Motorscooters are street legal, can transport rider with cargo significant distances over public roadways at roadway speeds.

Unlike mobility scooters, electric motorscooters require some balance and strength. They cannot be used indoors.

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X-Treme XB-500 Electric Bicycle $724.00

The XB-500 500 watt Electric bicycle is a bicycle because pedals may be used. They need not be installed however. With a top speed of 20 mph, it qualifies as a bicycle even in California.

The XB-500 Electric bicycle can carry two people (300 lbs max) though speed is reduced. Pedals may be used for added speed or when batteries are flat.

This is a great little Scooter -- sorry, bicycle, with an incredible price, no need for registration, special license, insurance, etc. (in many states -- check local regulations).

In California, one must be at least 16, and wear a bicycle helmet, but motorized bicycles in this class are exempt from vehicular regulation. Not all law enforcement personnel may be aware of the bicycle status of the electric moped, so it might be wise to be prepared to provide documentation in the form of Federal Regulation HR727.

Federal Regulation HR727, which overrides all stae laws states that an electrically driven bicycle is considered a "bicycle" and the laws of bicycles apply if:

• The electrically driven bicycle has less than 750 watt motor
• It as functional pedals
• The maximum speed is less than 20mph

From the California Department of Motor Vehicles website Motorized Bicycle Electric Motor: Safety and Equipment Requirements:

...A person operating a motorized bicycle is not subject to the provisions of this code relating to financial responsibility, driver's licenses, registration, and license plate requirements, and a motorized bicycle is not a motor vehicle... (See complete entry)

The price shown is for the XB-500 covers shipping to your nearest trucking terminal (within the continental US). Residential delivery is available for an added fee. Weight with crate is 115 lbs.

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e-Moto "Volt" 2000 Watt Electric Moped Scooter $2,895.00

The e-Moto "Volt" 2000 Watt Electric Moped Scooter has an impressive estimated range of 25-50 miles -- ideal for the commuter with a significant distance to go.

A governor chip restricts speed to 28 MPH to permit the Retro to qualify fas a moped exempt from licensing requirements in many states.

The silicon battery is both superior in performance to lead-acid and NIMH batteries and more ecologically friendly. They provide istantaneous pickup and continued full performance level for the length of the charge. These batteries will handle nearly 1000 charges. Availablle only in black.

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The The XM-3500li Electric Motorscooter $3,899.00.
A 60MPH Electric Scooter with an 80 mile range.

The XM-3500li Electric Motorscooter (or motorcycle as they describe it) is the electric scooter that is made the way all electric scooters ought to be made. Using the REGEN energy regeneration system, the braking process recharges the battery. Recycling the power that is normally thrown away as heat during braking is the ideal way to produce a really efficient vehicle (See Fuel Efficient Driving).

The XM 3500 can go up to 80 miles on a single charge and has a top speed of nearly 60 MPH, making it the equal of many gas motorscooters in range and power. Its maximum load capacity of 400 lbs., exceeds that of all but the largest touring scooters.

Fully assembled. Shipping costs: Just $199.95 door to door anywhere in the continental United States!. Comes in Black and Blue.

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The e-moto 1500 Watt Retro Electric Moped Scooter $2,195.00

The e-moto 1500 Watt Retro Electric Moped Scooter is an electric version of the classic design motorscooter. It is ideal for the smaller scooterist who wants make an ecological contribution while economizing. With its brushless hub-centered motor, silicon batteries, and intelligent charger, the e-moto 1500 retro would be hard to improve. Its 15-18 mile range could be a severe limitation but would work very nicely for someone with a commute, particularly if it is possible to plug into a charger at both ends of the trip. A governor chip restricts speed to 28 MPH to permit the Retro to qualify fas a moped exempt from licensing requirements in many states.

The silicon battery is a step above standard NIMH batteries in that they continue at full performance level for the length of the charge. These batteries will handle nearly 1000 charges. Availablle in yellow and green (pictured).

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The XM-3000 Electric Motorcycle Sale Price: $2,495.00 plus $199.95 door-to-door shipping

Nearly identical in appearance to the TANK Urban Sporty (See TANK Motorscooters), The XM 3000 is a 3000 watt electric Motorscooter with a top speed of 45-50 MPH and a range of 30 miles. It cannot be classified as a bicycle in most states as it is much too powerful. Legal in all states.

The XM 3000 has a switchable high and low speed range (low range qualifies it for states requiring speed restriction) and comes with an intelligent charger and a trunk which need not be installed. With its 300 lbs load capacity, this is an electric scooter for two people.

The $199.95 Shipping price includes shipping to your door on a lift gate truck so you will not have to lift it off the truck.

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e-Moto Classic 2000 Watt Electric Scooter $2,995.00

The e-Moto Classic 2000 Watt Electric Scooter has a range of 35 - 50 miles (given estimates vary) on one battery charge and has the power to handle full sized person. A governor chip restricts speed to 28 MPH to permit the Retro to qualify fas a moped exempt from licensing requirements in many states. Assuming electrical costs of $0.08 / Kilowatt Hour, the Metro can be recharged twice for about $0.50

The silicon battery is superior in performance to both lead-acid and NIMH batteries and more ecologically friendly. They provide istantaneous pickup and continued full performance level for the length of the charge. These batteries will handle nearly 1000 charges. Availablle only in black.

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The XB-508 Electric Moped" Sale Price: $899.95 plus $114.95 door-to-door shipping

The XB-508 Electric Moped"

Nearly identical in appearance to the TANK Urban Sporty (See TANK Motorscooters), The DB-508 requires no insurance nor registration, though a helmet is recommended. Not all law enforcement personnel may be aware of the bicycle status of the electric moped, so it might be wise to be prepared to provide documentation in the form of Federal Regulation HR727.

The XB-508 electric bicycle comes standard with a large 550 watt brushless motor installed in the center of the rear wheel that is powered by 4 large high power batteries with an estimated life span of at least 3 years and more than 300 recharges. Pedals are included to keep the classification but do not need to be installed. It will go 20 to 25 miles on a single charge. As a bicycle, it is legal to drive wherever bicycles are legal, including parks and college campuses.

The $114.95 Shipping price includes shipping to your door on a lift gate truck so you will not have to lift it off the truck.

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e-Moto Metro 2000 Watt Electric Scooter $2,895.00

The e-Moto Metro 2000 Watt Electric Scooter has a range of 35 - 50 miles (estimates vary) on one battery charge, making it a very viable vehicle for many commuters. A governor chip restricts speed to 28 MPH to permit the Retro to qualify fas a moped exempt from licensing requirements in many states. Assuming electrical costs of $0.08 / Kilowatt Hour, the Metro can be recharged twice for about $0.50

The silicon battery is both superior in performance to lead-acid and NIMH batteries and more ecologically friendly. They provide istantaneous pickup and continued full performance level for the length of the charge. These batteries will handle nearly 1000 charges. Availablle only in black.

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The Falcon Vista Electric Scooter $3800

The Falcon Vista Electric Scooter is an electric scooter in the classic Italian design. With its 3000 Watt motor, it has a top speed of 45 MPH, a very comfortable speed for surface street riding.

Falcon scooters are top-of-the-line scooters. They all use permium Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries with a 6 month or 6200 mile warranty, hydraulic disk brakes, and have a full 1 year warranty on all non-wearing parts.

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The Falcon Matrix Electric Scooter $4200

The Falcon Matrix Electric Scooter has a big 3500 Watt motor, windscreen, 13 inch wheels, and a top speed of 50 MPH. It weighs 295 lbs., and has a brilliant modern touring scooter design.

Falcon scooters are top-of-the-line scooters, custom constructed in the US with parts from Taiwan and China. They all use permium Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries with a 6 month or 6200 mile warranty, hydraulic disk brakes, and have a full 1 year warranty on all non-wearing parts.

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The Falcon Proton Electric Scooter $3800

The Falcon Proton Electric 3000 Watt Scooter has a top speed of 45 mph. It uses the basic Sporty scooter design with 10 inch wheels.

Falcon scooters are top-of-the-line scooters, custom constructed in the US with parts from Taiwan and China. They all use permium Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries with a 6 month or 6200 mile warranty, hydraulic disk brakes, and have a full 1 year warranty on all non-wearing parts.

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The The 500 watt Zapper Electric Scooter $199.95. On Sale

The 500 watt Zapper Electric Scooter is limited to 10-14 M.P.H., but zips around handily (see Youtube clip below). It has a range of only about 3-4 miles with a recharging time of 3-6 hours. This is not a scooter for great distances but is ideal for campus or in-plant transport. The legality of the Zapper is not clearly defined as it does not have pedals and cannot therefore be a bicycle. We are working on the question.

The 500 watt Zapper Electric Scooter comes from Global Trailer, which has been selling scooters for over five years and has deserved a reputation for quality and support.

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