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What is a Roadrunner I-scooter?
Economical motorscooters of high quality from $799

Roadrunners 250cc Race Motorscooter.

The Roadrunner I-scooters offer the best quality/price ratio of any scooters we have found (Note that scooter cover, disk lock, and shipping to the continental US are all included in the prices). Unfortunately, only the 50cc Roadrnner scooters are currently CARB (California Air Resources Board) approved to be registered in California. It always takes longer (and is more expensive) to get new scooters to comply with California CARB regulations (See Legislation-Happy California Shoots Itself in the Ecological Foot).

Roadrunners are intended specifically for online sales and, as such, are sealed in their metal crates to prevent damage and missing parts and are backed by a substantial two-year factory power train parts-only warranty -- with bumper to bumper and extended warranties available. A complete line of Roadrunner parts is available from the Official Roadrunner Iscooter Parts Page. Roadrunner has made serious attempts to solve the problems of construction glitches, shipping damage, and missing parts from which many online scooter brands have suffered, though even with Roadrunner, they do occur from time to time. Shipping is free within the continental US and they ship worldwide for a reasonable additional charge (See worldwide shipping).

Roadrunners come in metal crates,
padded at all contact points with bubblewrap.

Each Roadrunner is inspected and then test driven, and this fact, together with the economy achieved through the online sales model, has resulted in a scooter line that surpasses other Chinese scooters both in quality and price. With their reasonably good service and support including parts availability, the Roadrunner ranks best for overall quality and support. (Honda has used a very similar manufacturing model in having its motors and other parts manufactured in China for many years.)

"I have a bunch of 2 wheelers in my garage and the Roadrunner 150 is by far the easiest and most pleasurable of them all. It doesn't hurt that my wife likes it and can operate it easily. She'll ride on the back of the scooter - not so for the other motorcycles." -- Forum member jafrazer

Unfortunately, it is impossible to test the fuel system completely as fuel may not be put into the gas tank at any point prior to shipping for safety reasons. They are test-driven using an external temporary fuel source instead. Most of the problems new Roadrunner owners have had involve the fuel supply -- it takes some time and a full tank to get fuel through the system for the first time. There have also been problems with fuel line kinks and connections.

Roadrunners come with covers.

Roadrunner has vastly improved the quality of scooter packaging with its i-Scooter line to minimize shipping damage and provide factory support and substantial warranties. Despite all these efforts, some minor problems still get through and online support can't equal that of a responsible local dealer. Reports speak very highly of the support that Roadrunner has provided however, and they have been very good about addressing these issues.

Roadrunner Race 250 Motorscooter just out of the box.

All Roadrunners come with scooter cover, disk lock, and remote alarm and starter. Many also include an mp3 player, and an oversized rear trunk. Roadrummers have been out for a couple of years now and their track record is prdedominantly positive. Though most owners seem very satisfied, a single unsatisfied customer with a headlight adjustment problem (as it happens) can post more than a dozen satisfied ones, and this nust be taken into account when evaluating reports. Many people feel that, if one buys a scooter in this price range, and headlight adjustment is the worst problem to arise, it's a pretty good deal. These are clearly not the highest quality scooters in the world (see Vespa motorscooters), just good quality for a rock-bottom price.

Shipped preassembled, setup is minimal -- attach the rear-view mirrors, connect the sealed battery, add gas, and go. See discussion forum posting.

Many I-scooter models come with an MP3 Player

Note: though the larger Roadrunners can not yet be registered in California, they are legal in all other states and are legally drivable in California if registered elsewhere. They can also be shipped worldwide (See worldwide shipping).

Have a look at all the new RoadRunners. They appear very impressive!

Available Roadrunner Motorscooters

150cc Retro Scooter by RoadRunner i-scooters
is currently reduced to $999.00

Retro Scooter by RoadRunner i-scooters

The Roadrunner Retro Scooter is elegance at a bargain price. As with the original, the headlight turns with the steering column. Installation has been streamlined into battery, mirrors, trunk (optional), gas and go. The 150cc engine qualifies it for highway use in most states. This is a respectable machine. Avaiable in silver, black, and white.

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The Jenstar Classic 150cc moped i-scooter
$1129.00 On Sale

The 150cc Jenstar Classic

The 150cc Classic moped by Jenstar is a 150cc motorscooter in the classic design. There is very little assembly necessary (mirrors, battery, gas it up and go). These are legal in all states except California. The Jenstar classic scooter is noted for it's smooth, quiet ride. It has front disk brakes, but rear drum brakes, and such a brilliant design. On Sale for $1129 with free delivery in the continental US, disk lock and weatherproof cover included, the Jenstar Classic clearly has an excellent quality/price quotient. Includes alarm with remote and free tech support from the manufacturer including a 24 month power train parts only warranty with several extended warranty options. Comes in silver, purple, orange, pink, blue, and deep red.

RoadRunner 250cc Road Queen
$2,299.00 On Sale

Note: Roadrunner 250cc Motorscooters are not yet legal in California.

RoadRunner 250cc Road Queen
$2,299.00 On Sale

The flagship of the Roadrunner fleet. With 16.6 horsepower, the Road Queen has a Maximum speed of 80 mph (130 km/h) and gets an estimated 60 MPG (3.9 Liters per 100km). The liquid-cooled 250cc engine uses 89+ octane fuel only. With a 180 kg (400 lb) carying capacity, the Road Queen rides comfortably with two people and luggage. Trunk, alarm with remote, disk-lock, weather-cover, and built-in speakers with an AM/FM CD player are standard.

Time given to uncreate and assemble (attach windshield and mirrors, install battery) is estimated to be 25 minutes. Note: some of our forum members find that it takes a bit longer than that. Also, uncrating does require two people. 24 months power train parts only manufacturer's warranty.

Extended warranys are available: 36 months power train parts only, $69.99, 6 months parts wheel to wheel, $99.99, 1 year, $139.99.

Available in Black, Deep Red, Silver, and Yellow.

The Roadrunner 150 Race Scooter $1299.00

Note: Street legal in all states EXCEPT California.

Roadrunner 150 Race Motorscooter

The RR150ZRX Roadrunner 150 Race Scooter $1299.00 Roadrunner quality 150cc Performance scooter. This 8.6 HP scooter can cruise at 60 mph.

At $1,189 including shipping in the lower 47 states (not to California), this is an unbelievable price for a quality performance scooter.

The ZRX comes with an MP3 player (speakers built in), alarm with remote, oversize trunk, disk-lock, cover, and a two-year power-train parts-only warranty with extended warrantys available. Free delivery with residential liftgate is provided in the 47 contiguous lower US states (not California). Comes nearly fully assembled, requiring only removal from crate, installation of mirrors, trunk, and battery -- estimated set-up time is 20 minutes for two people. Comes in Orange, Yellow (pictured), Blue and Green.

RoadRunner Race Scooter 250cc 19HP
$1,949.00 On Sale

Note: Roadrunner 250cc Motorscooters are not yet legal in California.

RoadRunner Race Scooter 250cc 19HP
$1,949.00 On Sale

This is the freeway model. With a 19 horsepower water cooled engine the RoadRunner 250cc Racing Scooter will do 85 MPH. Testing of this, the fastest scooter available from China, has shown it to have impressive accelleration and to be extremely stable at high speed. Delivered virtually fully assembled, it is available in orange, black, green, yellow, blue, and red.

The Roadrunner 250 has had a number of rave reviews on our motorscooter forum.

The RoadRunner RR250ZRZ Race i-scooter is loaded with features and extras: including an MP3 player, trunk, alarm with remote, scooter cover, toolkit, warranty and free delivery.

RoadRunner Classic 50cc i-scooter
$879.00 On Sale

The 50cc RoadRunner Classic i-scooter

This is the minimalist variant of the classic scooter and has one of the best quality/price quotients of any motorscooter available. Maximum speed is about 40 MPH, depending upon load and terrain and the maximum load capacity of the Roadrunner Classic 50 is 300lbs, and it has an adjustable rear suspension. It can therefore handle two reasonably sized people comfortably. 24 month factory warranty is standard with extended and bumper-to-bumper warranties available. Comes almost completely assembled and includes a disk lock anti-theft device and its own scooter cover. This is an amazing deal for $879. Comes in deep red, orange, purple, pink, blue, black, and silver. May be registered in all states including California!

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RoadRunner RR250TLX 250cc Touring Scooter
$1,949.00 On Sale

Note: Roadrunner 250cc i-scooters cannot yet be legally registered in California. See California Legal Motorscooters.

RoadRunner 250cc Touring is a scooter for two.
$1,949.00 On Sale

The RoadRunner 250cc Touring Scooter has a water cooled engine capable of freeway touring at 75 MPH. Features include MP3 player, alarm with remote, trunk, weather cover. One of our scooter discussion forum members bought one and is delighted with it. He posted this extensive video of his touring scooter in action.

Test drivers were very inpressed by its stability and comfort. With ample legroom,and rated for 400 lbs load capacity, this is truly a two-person (full sized persons) touring machine.

"I have said many times, if you want Yamaha/Suzuki/Honda fit and finish, service and parts availablity, spend 5K to 6K and you will get it. If your budget is less than $2000.00 then I believe the Roadrunner 250 TLX I=scooter is a great value. " -- John X, Roadrunner owner, forum member. See complete posting with pictures. Available in deep red, black, blue, champagne, silver, and yellow.

Like all RoadRunner I-scooters, the 250cc Touring Scooter is specially designed and manufactured to be sold online. They have special packaging, every scooter is tested (real test ride, not just started) at the factory. Very little assembly is required. (see I-scooters)

RoadRunner 150cc Touring Scooter
$1,199.00 On Sale
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Note: Sorry Californians, the Roadrunner 150cc i-scooters are not yet legal in California.

RoadRunner 150cc Touring is a scooter for two.
$1,199.00 On Sale

The 150 Roadrunner Touring Scooter is not as powerful as the 250 and is somewhat lighter with only 320 lbs maximum load rating, but is still highway legal. The high quality of Roadrunner manufacturing is rapidly gaining an excellent reputation. MP3 player and oversized trunk are included. available in Deep Red, Black, Blue, Champagne (pictured), and Silver. Very little assembly is required.