A Guide to Electric Scooter Parts
by Torrie Cantor
plug itWhen buying electric scooter parts, make sure they're compatible with your scooter. Many customers make a mistake of buying the wrong parts for their scooters.
Popular electric scooter parts are:
- Accessories - Batteries - Chains - Chargers - Controllers - Throttles
Accessories
There are different kinds of accessories available. A popular choice for a scooter's bag is a large multi-compartment bag than can be placed onto the rear cargo rack. A good bag would be made of a cloth that is high resistant to abrasions, tears and scuffs. Twin Velcro straps should hold the bag securely onto the seat rail or post.
You can also choose a basket to be placed in front. Good baskets would be those that fold out of the way when they're no longer in use. Steel construction is the best with thick enamel finish.
You should have a safety warning bell for your scooter. Some bells are made with compasses too. These bells fit all electric scooter and bicycle handlebars. Bells that have a pleasant sound and are audible are advisable.
A bike motor kit includes self-contained removable power unit, a mounting rack and mounting hardware. You can also buy this kit in local motorcycle stores.
A good headlight would have side light markers that provide additional illumination in the right and left side of the scooter. This is for visibility during nighttime.
Your helmet should cover the back of your head to protect it from backward falls. It should have an air-gulping front, top and back holes. There should be a thick shock absorbent lining inside the helmet that can be easily removed and replaced for cleaning purposes. Most importantly, helmets should be certified by the ASTM F1447 helmet standards or any country's helmet standards.
Even though some states don't require scooter drivers to wear helmets, it is still recommended to wear a helmet no matter how short the distance is.
Additional mirrors are also available as extra electric scooter parts. You can choose a round shaped mirror that is made of chrome plated steel, glass and rubber construction. There should be a safety reflector at the back of the mirror.
Batteries
There is a different range of batteries available for electric scooters. If you know the voltage, dimensions or amp hours, you will be able to choose what battery should you require.
Chains
The #25 chain is the most commonly used for electric scooters. This chain has a " spacing between each chain link and is " wide.
Chain Breakers
Chain breakers don't break the chain despite what they're called. Their function is to remove the pins that hold the chain links together. Master links are used to connect chains together in a continuous solid loop.
Chargers
Intellect Charger - An "Intellect Charger" works with electric scooters and bikes that have a 12 Volt battery or two 6 Volt batteries.
Controllers
There are speed controllers for Chinese-made electric scooters. This part helps control the speed of your scooter from full stop to full forward.
Throttles
The Hall Effect Throttle is the most common type that is used on electric scooters. They work on Chinese-made electric scooters and are sometimes called accelerators, twist bar, speed bar, turn throttle, speed control or derailleur.
Another type of throttle is the on / off throttle. This is used for medium size electric scooters.
5k Ohm Throttles are for high-end and older model electric scooters.
2008-05-15
Owning mobility scooters : Scooter store
Owning mobility scooters
by Jay Ta
plug itCopyright (c) 2008 Jay Ta
The number of mobility scooters on the road has increased dramatically over the past few years due to the aging population. There is however little legislation on who scooters should be used.
Using a mobility scooter is fairly simple. Mobility Scooters are operated using a lever pulling towards the handle bars to move forward and pushing away to reverse. This controls both the reverse and forward movement. To stop the level is released and the scooter will come to a standstill immediately. Most modern scooters can come equipped with lights, both front and rear, horn, basket and speed adjustment control. The control to adjust the speed is an important feature allowing the user to set the mobility scooter speed. This control will set the top speed of the scooter and can be used for example when in shopping centres to ensure the scooter is used in a slow and controlled way.
Mobility scooters are available in two main classes. Class 2 mobility scooters are only for pavement use, with a maximum speed of 4 mph. Class one scooters have a maximum speed to 8mph and can also be used on roads. If these mobility scooters are used on the pavement they must only travel at 4 mph.
Mobility scooters are usually battery powered. The battery is stored on board the scooter and is charged via an onboard or separate battery charger unit from standard electric power. The charting time will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer but allowing your scooter to fully recharge after use will prolong the life of the battery. This will also allow the user to gain maximum distance coverage from the scooter. Depending on the type of scooter the owned the maximum distance which can be covered will vary, but some scooters have a range of up to 20 miles on one charge.
Mobility scooters come in two main forms. These being transportable and non-transportable. The transportable scooters are specifically designed to be dismantled and fit into the boot of a car. These scooters normally have 3 wheels and are ligh weight. Standard scooters usually have four wheels and and heavier than portable scooters.
by Jay Ta
plug itCopyright (c) 2008 Jay Ta
The number of mobility scooters on the road has increased dramatically over the past few years due to the aging population. There is however little legislation on who scooters should be used.
Using a mobility scooter is fairly simple. Mobility Scooters are operated using a lever pulling towards the handle bars to move forward and pushing away to reverse. This controls both the reverse and forward movement. To stop the level is released and the scooter will come to a standstill immediately. Most modern scooters can come equipped with lights, both front and rear, horn, basket and speed adjustment control. The control to adjust the speed is an important feature allowing the user to set the mobility scooter speed. This control will set the top speed of the scooter and can be used for example when in shopping centres to ensure the scooter is used in a slow and controlled way.
Mobility scooters are available in two main classes. Class 2 mobility scooters are only for pavement use, with a maximum speed of 4 mph. Class one scooters have a maximum speed to 8mph and can also be used on roads. If these mobility scooters are used on the pavement they must only travel at 4 mph.
Mobility scooters are usually battery powered. The battery is stored on board the scooter and is charged via an onboard or separate battery charger unit from standard electric power. The charting time will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer but allowing your scooter to fully recharge after use will prolong the life of the battery. This will also allow the user to gain maximum distance coverage from the scooter. Depending on the type of scooter the owned the maximum distance which can be covered will vary, but some scooters have a range of up to 20 miles on one charge.
Mobility scooters come in two main forms. These being transportable and non-transportable. The transportable scooters are specifically designed to be dismantled and fit into the boot of a car. These scooters normally have 3 wheels and are ligh weight. Standard scooters usually have four wheels and and heavier than portable scooters.
Cheap Scooter Insurance : Scooter store
Cheap Scooter Insurance
by steve brig
plug itIf your scooter insurance policy is up for renewal and you're looking as most of us are for best deals for your new scooter insurance. Then you are probably already on look out for Deals online. Here are a number of factors to consider when shopping for motorcycle insurance online.
1. Cost of Scooter Insurance Scooter Insurers are always on the look out for new custom and as a result are normally willing to offer generous rates for new policy joiners. Its worth noting that most of us tend to stay with the same insurance company For many years as we believe we will not get better rates elsewhere and could lose Our no claims bonus and secondly because it is hassle to shop around for a new Insurer. Insurance companies are very aware of this and are always keen to find new Customers and tempt them with cut price deals.
2. Discounts for Scooter Insurance bought online Many motorcycle insurers offer discounts for policies purchased online this is because admin costs are kept to a minimum and some insurers may offer as much as 10 discounts for policies bought online.
3. Long term savings It's always worth checking the long term benefits of a new scooter policy. Fairly substantial savings can be made over a period of years with favourable no claims bonus schemes.
4. Reputation and Quality of Service Last but not least. We all have to buy insurance it is a legal requirement of owning and running a vehicle. But we all want to know should the need arise that our insurers have a good reputation for paying fully and promptly. It's also worth comparing extras that might be offered such as vehicle relay and replacement motorcycles whilst in repair.
If all the criteria above are met then you are bound to have found a good deal for your Scooter Insurance.
by steve brig
plug itIf your scooter insurance policy is up for renewal and you're looking as most of us are for best deals for your new scooter insurance. Then you are probably already on look out for Deals online. Here are a number of factors to consider when shopping for motorcycle insurance online.
1. Cost of Scooter Insurance Scooter Insurers are always on the look out for new custom and as a result are normally willing to offer generous rates for new policy joiners. Its worth noting that most of us tend to stay with the same insurance company For many years as we believe we will not get better rates elsewhere and could lose Our no claims bonus and secondly because it is hassle to shop around for a new Insurer. Insurance companies are very aware of this and are always keen to find new Customers and tempt them with cut price deals.
2. Discounts for Scooter Insurance bought online Many motorcycle insurers offer discounts for policies purchased online this is because admin costs are kept to a minimum and some insurers may offer as much as 10 discounts for policies bought online.
3. Long term savings It's always worth checking the long term benefits of a new scooter policy. Fairly substantial savings can be made over a period of years with favourable no claims bonus schemes.
4. Reputation and Quality of Service Last but not least. We all have to buy insurance it is a legal requirement of owning and running a vehicle. But we all want to know should the need arise that our insurers have a good reputation for paying fully and promptly. It's also worth comparing extras that might be offered such as vehicle relay and replacement motorcycles whilst in repair.
If all the criteria above are met then you are bound to have found a good deal for your Scooter Insurance.
Using a Mobility Scooter Safely : Scooter store
Using a Mobility Scooter Safely
by Brad Brubaker
plug itA mobility scooter, or adult scooter, is used by people who have trouble walking. It allows them to freely and easily move around. Depending on the unit, some mobility scooters can travel much faster than a person could walk or run. This makes getting around much easier, but it is very important to ensure that you are very careful when using your mobility scooter.
While driving your mobility scooter it is imperative to be especially careful when crossing or driving on the road. Most commercially available mobility scooters are not street legal. Different states have different definitions of what is required to be street legal, but it typically requires that the vehicle include specific lighting and safety features and be licensed and registered with the state. Since most mobility scooters are not street legal, you can typically not drive it on state maintained roads. You should consult your state regulations before attempting to drive your mobility scooter on a road.
Not only can it be illegal to drive your mobility scooter on a state road, it can also be very unsafe. This is because it is much harder to see someone that is on a mobility scooter. A safety flag is a good investment; this is especially true if you will be using your mobility scooter frequently around vehicles. Safety flags improve your visibility to others and attach to your mobility scooter easily. Not only do safety flags make it much easier for people in cars and trucks to see you, but they also make it much easier to maintain contact when traveling in crowds. Since mobility scooters sit so low to the ground it can be easy to get separated from your family or loved ones in crowded areas. A safety flag will make it much easier for them to keep you in sight.
Another way to ensure that you maintain your safety is to avoid placing yourself in situations where you might tip over your mobility scooter. Mobility scooters are designed to be able to traverse small curbs and embankments. It is important to not try to climb over too high a curve though, because you risk tipping over. Your owner's manual will have information describing the maximum curb or embankment that your unit can climb. It is far better to avoid obstacles whenever possible, but if you must navigate a curb or small embankment make sure you meet it head on. A quality mobility scooter will have a set of anti-tip wheels in the back that in normal conditions will help prevent the unit from tipping over backwards. If you attempt to cross a curb at an angle this will negate the effect of the anti-tip wheels.
A mobility scooter can be a powerful device that can restore independence and allow you to move around freely without assistance, but when used improperly or placed in unsafe situations, they can be very dangerous. Always take extra care around roads and intersections, use a safety flag to improve visibility, and take care when attempting to navigate curbs or other obstacles.
by Brad Brubaker
plug itA mobility scooter, or adult scooter, is used by people who have trouble walking. It allows them to freely and easily move around. Depending on the unit, some mobility scooters can travel much faster than a person could walk or run. This makes getting around much easier, but it is very important to ensure that you are very careful when using your mobility scooter.
While driving your mobility scooter it is imperative to be especially careful when crossing or driving on the road. Most commercially available mobility scooters are not street legal. Different states have different definitions of what is required to be street legal, but it typically requires that the vehicle include specific lighting and safety features and be licensed and registered with the state. Since most mobility scooters are not street legal, you can typically not drive it on state maintained roads. You should consult your state regulations before attempting to drive your mobility scooter on a road.
Not only can it be illegal to drive your mobility scooter on a state road, it can also be very unsafe. This is because it is much harder to see someone that is on a mobility scooter. A safety flag is a good investment; this is especially true if you will be using your mobility scooter frequently around vehicles. Safety flags improve your visibility to others and attach to your mobility scooter easily. Not only do safety flags make it much easier for people in cars and trucks to see you, but they also make it much easier to maintain contact when traveling in crowds. Since mobility scooters sit so low to the ground it can be easy to get separated from your family or loved ones in crowded areas. A safety flag will make it much easier for them to keep you in sight.
Another way to ensure that you maintain your safety is to avoid placing yourself in situations where you might tip over your mobility scooter. Mobility scooters are designed to be able to traverse small curbs and embankments. It is important to not try to climb over too high a curve though, because you risk tipping over. Your owner's manual will have information describing the maximum curb or embankment that your unit can climb. It is far better to avoid obstacles whenever possible, but if you must navigate a curb or small embankment make sure you meet it head on. A quality mobility scooter will have a set of anti-tip wheels in the back that in normal conditions will help prevent the unit from tipping over backwards. If you attempt to cross a curb at an angle this will negate the effect of the anti-tip wheels.
A mobility scooter can be a powerful device that can restore independence and allow you to move around freely without assistance, but when used improperly or placed in unsafe situations, they can be very dangerous. Always take extra care around roads and intersections, use a safety flag to improve visibility, and take care when attempting to navigate curbs or other obstacles.
So you want to buy a gas scooter, question is where? : Scooter store
So you want to buy a gas scooter, question is where?
by Frank Strider
plug itIf you like to ride a scooter then you are aware of the fact that there are many type to choose from, the type of scooter that you see the most are the gas scooter. You likely want to own a gas scooter but then comes the tricky part, what type of gas scooter and where to buy the it. Most times when you know where to buy it from the choice for which type can be made together with the advice you get from the retailer. Here are a few examples of retailers.
"Gas Scooters 4 U Company" specializes in, as the name already implies, gas scooters so you can't go wrong there. This fact should not be thought lightly about because you want to speak with a retailer who knows the ins and outs of these type of scooters and if one has it's main focus on this type then you know they have a lot of experience and can give you solid advice.
They will help you to find a product witch is great value for money. Another nice fact is that you can do this all from the comfort of your own chair. This in return means that there are no sales people trying to push you in a certain direction or that expensive model. You still get all the service and information that you want.
When you, after good consideration, buy from them you are sure they will everything that is possible to deliver the gas scooter as quick as possible to your doorstep.
Another company you should take a look at, if your serious about purchasing a gas scooter, is "Extreme Scooters". No matter what the reason, work related or just for fun, you will find all kinds of variations at their store. They sell electric and gas scooters, power wheels, mini ATV, mini dirt bikes and much, much more.
One of the models that is the best selling one at the moment of this writing is the X-Treme XG-470 it comes complete with all the lights you might need and all kinds of indicators. The best factor of this gas scooter is the fact that it is very affordable, so you can take home a very well fitted bike while not spending a lot of money.
A second example of a well selling type is the Evo 2, a 40cc powerboard. This is a high quality scooter and if your out to buy a reliable but also attractive looking scooter, this one is possible for you. It has a belt tension system, disk brakes and many more high quality items fitted on it. All this makes that this gas scooter is very reliable but also very powerful and has a very good speed to performance ratio.
These are, of course, just 2 examples of retailers out there that can help you with making a good choice for your next purchase of a gas scooter. There are many more out there, maybe just arounde the corner from where you live. But maybe these store can inspire you or at least show you what is sold these days and what is in fashion.
by Frank Strider
plug itIf you like to ride a scooter then you are aware of the fact that there are many type to choose from, the type of scooter that you see the most are the gas scooter. You likely want to own a gas scooter but then comes the tricky part, what type of gas scooter and where to buy the it. Most times when you know where to buy it from the choice for which type can be made together with the advice you get from the retailer. Here are a few examples of retailers.
"Gas Scooters 4 U Company" specializes in, as the name already implies, gas scooters so you can't go wrong there. This fact should not be thought lightly about because you want to speak with a retailer who knows the ins and outs of these type of scooters and if one has it's main focus on this type then you know they have a lot of experience and can give you solid advice.
They will help you to find a product witch is great value for money. Another nice fact is that you can do this all from the comfort of your own chair. This in return means that there are no sales people trying to push you in a certain direction or that expensive model. You still get all the service and information that you want.
When you, after good consideration, buy from them you are sure they will everything that is possible to deliver the gas scooter as quick as possible to your doorstep.
Another company you should take a look at, if your serious about purchasing a gas scooter, is "Extreme Scooters". No matter what the reason, work related or just for fun, you will find all kinds of variations at their store. They sell electric and gas scooters, power wheels, mini ATV, mini dirt bikes and much, much more.
One of the models that is the best selling one at the moment of this writing is the X-Treme XG-470 it comes complete with all the lights you might need and all kinds of indicators. The best factor of this gas scooter is the fact that it is very affordable, so you can take home a very well fitted bike while not spending a lot of money.
A second example of a well selling type is the Evo 2, a 40cc powerboard. This is a high quality scooter and if your out to buy a reliable but also attractive looking scooter, this one is possible for you. It has a belt tension system, disk brakes and many more high quality items fitted on it. All this makes that this gas scooter is very reliable but also very powerful and has a very good speed to performance ratio.
These are, of course, just 2 examples of retailers out there that can help you with making a good choice for your next purchase of a gas scooter. There are many more out there, maybe just arounde the corner from where you live. But maybe these store can inspire you or at least show you what is sold these days and what is in fashion.
Scooter Insurance : Scooter store
Scooter Insurance
by steve brig
plug itFinding the best Scooter insurance deals can be a tedious task, with so many competing Scooter insurers to be found online the sheer amount of information and deals to be deliberated can seem endless. If you're current Scooter insurance policy is nearing renewal then now is the time to look around for a potentially cheaper deal. Motorcycle insurers are always on the look out for new customers and in a lot of cases are prepared to offer better price breaks than your current insurance company in an effort to entice you to them. New customer deals coupled with discounts of 10% or more for policies bought directly online can begin to make a little time spent shopping around for a new deal a worthwhile activity. Most of us do not enjoy the task of looking for a new insurer as either way it is a cost but the savings that can be made with just a little extra effort can be Surprisingly large. If your motorcycle insurance policy is near renewal then why not take a few minutes extra by surfing one of the growing numbers of specialist motorcycle insurance sites where a number of the best scooter insurer deals can be found In one place. Saving you a lot of valuable time so that you can quickly find the best scooter insurance online deal for you. It's also worth noting that many new customer deals May include equally as good no claims bonus schemes as your existing insurance policy. And this when factored into discount for policies bought online and attractive new customer quotes can stack up to a fair saving over your current policy making the 15 minutes spent comparing quotes worth your while. For Scooter Insurance Deals. Why not try a site like Cheap Motorcycle Insurance Quote.com Where a number of top scooter insurers can be compared for price and policys.
by steve brig
plug itFinding the best Scooter insurance deals can be a tedious task, with so many competing Scooter insurers to be found online the sheer amount of information and deals to be deliberated can seem endless. If you're current Scooter insurance policy is nearing renewal then now is the time to look around for a potentially cheaper deal. Motorcycle insurers are always on the look out for new customers and in a lot of cases are prepared to offer better price breaks than your current insurance company in an effort to entice you to them. New customer deals coupled with discounts of 10% or more for policies bought directly online can begin to make a little time spent shopping around for a new deal a worthwhile activity. Most of us do not enjoy the task of looking for a new insurer as either way it is a cost but the savings that can be made with just a little extra effort can be Surprisingly large. If your motorcycle insurance policy is near renewal then why not take a few minutes extra by surfing one of the growing numbers of specialist motorcycle insurance sites where a number of the best scooter insurer deals can be found In one place. Saving you a lot of valuable time so that you can quickly find the best scooter insurance online deal for you. It's also worth noting that many new customer deals May include equally as good no claims bonus schemes as your existing insurance policy. And this when factored into discount for policies bought online and attractive new customer quotes can stack up to a fair saving over your current policy making the 15 minutes spent comparing quotes worth your while. For Scooter Insurance Deals. Why not try a site like Cheap Motorcycle Insurance Quote.com Where a number of top scooter insurers can be compared for price and policys.
2008-04-13
Getting Fit With An Exercise Ball : fitness-exercise shopping sale online
Getting Fit With An Exercise Ball : fitness-exercise shopping sale online
by James Brown
The exercise ball has gained increasing popularity in the different parts of the globe these days. Albeit, do not think that this fitness ball has become prevalent and widely held by most health aficionados because of its cute shape and brilliant colors but know that its heath benefits offer more to an advantage. The exercise ball brings focus and concentrates on strengthening the abdomen and the back muscles, a way to increase stability. The exercise ball is more preferred especially by physical therapists as they can cause fewer injuries than using any other exercise equipment.If you are in the market for an exercise ball, the thing to remember is to buy one that fits your height. Yes, just like you and the rest of the health buffs on your gym, exercise balls are not created equal. It is actually created to fit your size and physique to a T for maximum benefit. To know which ball is right for you, what you can do is sit on it. Then check if your hips are at a level or in a slightly higher level than that of your knees. The sizes range from 55cm, 65cm or 75cm. No need to fret if you are obese and think that you would be too heavy for the ball, there are burst-resistant balls that are available for people just like you.There are quite a number of exercise or fitness drills that you can do with the use of the exercise ball. For one merely sitting on the ball is challenge enough. One would need to balance themselves to achieve this feat. This is one simple thing that you can do while reading your favorite novel or watching the news on television but know that it helps much to improve your posture and to ease out your back muscles. You may perk up the challenge by adding more moves like raising your feet off the ground while still maintaining balance. Another thing that you can do also is make it your weight bench. That would prove to add more difficulty than just plain sitting around. By doing so you not only exercise your back but also your butt, your arms, your legs and your abs.Exercise balls are known to be perfect for abdominal training exercises because it can work to focus the work out on muscles in your abdomen area. With the use of the exercise ball, you add more zest to your regular twist and turn moves, your abdominal crunches and other conventional abdominal exercises. This makes it tricky but it sure does the trick to tone done those muscles and give you that six pack abs that you have been yearning for.Stretching exercises work well with the exercise ball. So you may incorporate your yoga and pilates with the exercise ball. There are a number of exercise programs on stretches or yoga with the ball that you can follow that is available in the market today. Best of all, the exercise ball is still a ball and as such it is a great toy to play with. It is round and soft so you can even let your kids play with it.
by James Brown
The exercise ball has gained increasing popularity in the different parts of the globe these days. Albeit, do not think that this fitness ball has become prevalent and widely held by most health aficionados because of its cute shape and brilliant colors but know that its heath benefits offer more to an advantage. The exercise ball brings focus and concentrates on strengthening the abdomen and the back muscles, a way to increase stability. The exercise ball is more preferred especially by physical therapists as they can cause fewer injuries than using any other exercise equipment.If you are in the market for an exercise ball, the thing to remember is to buy one that fits your height. Yes, just like you and the rest of the health buffs on your gym, exercise balls are not created equal. It is actually created to fit your size and physique to a T for maximum benefit. To know which ball is right for you, what you can do is sit on it. Then check if your hips are at a level or in a slightly higher level than that of your knees. The sizes range from 55cm, 65cm or 75cm. No need to fret if you are obese and think that you would be too heavy for the ball, there are burst-resistant balls that are available for people just like you.There are quite a number of exercise or fitness drills that you can do with the use of the exercise ball. For one merely sitting on the ball is challenge enough. One would need to balance themselves to achieve this feat. This is one simple thing that you can do while reading your favorite novel or watching the news on television but know that it helps much to improve your posture and to ease out your back muscles. You may perk up the challenge by adding more moves like raising your feet off the ground while still maintaining balance. Another thing that you can do also is make it your weight bench. That would prove to add more difficulty than just plain sitting around. By doing so you not only exercise your back but also your butt, your arms, your legs and your abs.Exercise balls are known to be perfect for abdominal training exercises because it can work to focus the work out on muscles in your abdomen area. With the use of the exercise ball, you add more zest to your regular twist and turn moves, your abdominal crunches and other conventional abdominal exercises. This makes it tricky but it sure does the trick to tone done those muscles and give you that six pack abs that you have been yearning for.Stretching exercises work well with the exercise ball. So you may incorporate your yoga and pilates with the exercise ball. There are a number of exercise programs on stretches or yoga with the ball that you can follow that is available in the market today. Best of all, the exercise ball is still a ball and as such it is a great toy to play with. It is round and soft so you can even let your kids play with it.
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