Some people seek to lower their carbon footprint. Some are less willing to pay out big bucks at the gas pump since the economy is so bad these days. Both of these factors are leading people to discover the joy of owning a maxiscoot for basic transportation and commuting.
Aside from being a stylishly hip way to commute, scooters are low on gas and emissions as well as being a freakin balls out blast to ride! Scooters are usually operated by a small 50 to 200cc engine. The limited number of mechanical parts on these smaller vehicles has made them very dependable, functional and ideal for low mileage commutes in downtown, suburban and recreational settings.
Enter a relative newcomer to the scooter market, the maxiscoot. In the world of scooters, the maxiscoot is generally defined as a scooter with an engine rating of 250cc or above. Some of these scooters allow you to scoot along at speeds close to 100 mph (about 160 kmph), more than adequate for freeway traffic conditions and for making longer trips more enjoyable.
This allows the scooter to travel at speeds close to 100 mph, allowing for travel on interstates and highways as well as making them more fun and fuel efficient. The average fuel consumption for MaxiScoots is between 50-69 mpg, depending on the manufacturer.
At a top speed near 100 mph the maxiscoot can make the freeway rides less nerve racking. It also cuts those longer trips down to an enjoyable short ride saving you time.
With the average fuel economy for maxiscoots of 50 – 69 mpg, depending on the make and model selected, with a twist of a throttle you can be on your way to putting a big dent in your monthly fuel costs and at the same time enjoy the unique sensations of freedom, fun and adventure that comes from riding a scooter.
Maxiscoots are available from a number of different manufacturers who offer many choices in models, engine size, performance and accessories. While Japanese and Italian scooters have traditionally dominated the market, Taiwan has entered as a serious competitor with the introduction of the maxi-class Bug Hawk 250.
So get out there and get started saving money and the planet by riding a maxiscoot. The fun you get just from riding a maxiscoot will have you feeling like a kid again and you’ll be cleaning the air as you ride!
Bjorn Freshwater is an Electric Scooter enthusiast and is currently Leader of the World’s Most Notorious Motor Scooter Gang.
Tags: Mileage, Fuel Costs, Emissions, maxiscooters
