Many states do not require registration or insurance for not over 50cc/30mph mopeds. If your speed requirements are faster, only consider larger displacement engines that require a motorcycle drivers license, registration, and insurance.
Reduce the chances of becoming an organ donor by wearing at least a 3/4 helmet with face shield. A full-face design is preferable . . 1/2 helmets are next to worthless, but even a bicycle helmet is better than nothing. The laws of physics don't care if you are launched off a moped or Harley, the consequences of a head impact are the same. You will never regret also wearing a padded riding jacket, gloves, and suitable footwear.
If you don't like to tinker with machinery, definitely patronize a local dealer. Although a "pay your money and take your chances" situation, internet vendors offer substantial savings for those willing to twist a wrench. The GY6-50/139QMB 4-stroke engine and variable pulley drive units are generally reliable . . the gremlins are usually fuel or electrical system related.
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Valley Scooters - BBB Report
Scoot Dawg - Forum
Chinese Scooter Forum
Girl Bike - Femmoto
For experienced motorcycle riders, the "geometry" of smaller 10-12" scooter wheels is awkward . . Kymco offers a 49cc 4-stroke People 50 with 16" wheels for around $2,350 MSRP.
Reduce the chances of becoming an organ donor by wearing at least a 3/4 helmet with face shield. A full-face design is preferable . . 1/2 helmets are next to worthless, but even a bicycle helmet is better than nothing. The laws of physics don't care if you are launched off a moped or Harley, the consequences of a head impact are the same. You will never regret also wearing a padded riding jacket, gloves, and suitable footwear.
If you don't like to tinker with machinery, definitely patronize a local dealer. Although a "pay your money and take your chances" situation, internet vendors offer substantial savings for those willing to twist a wrench. The GY6-50/139QMB 4-stroke engine and variable pulley drive units are generally reliable . . the gremlins are usually fuel or electrical system related.
Craigslist > for sale > motorcycles
Valley Scooters - BBB Report
Scoot Dawg - Forum
Chinese Scooter Forum
Girl Bike - Femmoto
For experienced motorcycle riders, the "geometry" of smaller 10-12" scooter wheels is awkward . . Kymco offers a 49cc 4-stroke People 50 with 16" wheels for around $2,350 MSRP.
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