Buying Cheap Scooters Online

Another Viewpoint on Cheap Gas Scooters

Cheap scooters deals abound online. But is it a good idea to buy cheap gas scooters from a Web source?

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NOTE: I use the term "cheap scooters" in quite a few places on this site, particularly here in the Chinese scooters hub. If you read my content, I think you'll realize that I try everywhere to provide balanced reporting on what is certainly a passionate issue for a lot of people.

I use the term "cheap scooter" not to be judgmental in any way. I use it because it's a popular search term. How popular? Try 58,672 searches a month! This site is meant to be found. As such, I sprinkle wording throughout it that is aligned with how people search for information about scooters.

I think I provide valuable information about Chinese scooters on this site and I want people to be able to find it. In addition, I don't think of the word cheap as having a negative connotation.

I often search the Web for "cheap" products. I love to save money too!

So I hope that helps my readers understand better why I use the words I do.

Finding a quality scooter today is often challenging. When I bought mine, there were plenty to choose from on the showroom floor at my scooter dealer. Sure, the Genuine Buddies were moving pretty fast, but there were still many other choices.

But a lot has changed over the past few years, with the constant fluctuation in gas prices. At this writing, gas prices are rising above $4/gallon, so people are once again flocking to the idea of scooters as an alternative, and cheaper, form of transportation. So much so that scooter dealers often sell out their stock within hours of it being delivered and uncrated.

Of course, that could all change once again, if gas prices go back down as they have in the past. Who can forecast such things? Meanwhile, scooters do keep gaining in popularity, but availability may always be tied to the price of gas.

However, despite availability issues, there is also the economic issue, what with our ongoing recession. Some prospective scooter buyers just can't afford the higher price points of the more well-known and reliable brands, such as Honda, Vespa and Genuine Scooters.

So, many more people are turning to the Web to find not only cheap scooters, but any motorscooters at all. And, it's true... you can find what appear to be some truly great deals on scooters on the Web. Cheap gas scooters abound online.

But, as covered in my dangers of buying scooters online page, there are many ways that such purchases can go wrong. Unscrupulous dealers can take your money and deliver a non-functioning motorscooter (or none at all). And their customer service may stink.

Still, there IS another side to the story, and I want to be fair here in giving you enough info to make an informed decision.

Advantages of Buying Scooters Online

Some benefits of buying motorscooters online

So, with all the negatives, why would anyone buy online? Well...

  • First, and foremost... cheap scooters! Who doesn't want to save money? And online dealers can often offer cheap deals on scooters because they have less overhead expense than bricks & mortar dealers. But, it's important to note that the quality of these scooters is usually less too. You won't find high-end scooters like Genuine, Honda, or Vespa being sold online.

  • Availability. The fact is, it's darn hard to find scooters locally these days. You often have to order and wait. Online scooters can often be had within days of ordering.

Types of Cheap Scooters Available Online

As mentioned, online gas scooters are usually of the lower end, and probably the smaller engine sizes as well. Makers often come from China, but could also be in Taiwan (the Kymco brand) and India (Bajaj brand).

Quality has improved greatly in these online cheap scooters, but they're still not going to be as good – in most cases – as the higher end types you can buy locally. Still, they require a much lesser investment, so if price is a factor for you, then buying cheap gas scooters online could be just the ticket.

How to Make Sure Your Cheap Scooter Is a Good One

Is a cheap gas scooter in your future?

Many people today are buying scooters online and are perfectly happy with them. The key is to buy from the right dealers, ones that are ethical and focused on customer service.

One of the best ways to find out who you can trust is to ask other scooterists online. Find scooter forums and find out who's been happy with their purchases.

Seek out reviews online for scooter dealers. And go with your gut. If the website looks amateurish and doesn't have any contact information or offer warranties, buyer beware.

Start your search for scooter forums and online scooter dealer reviews here:

Tell us about your online experiences!

If you've bought a scooter online, tell us about it... was it a good experience... or a bad one? What type/size scooter did you buy? Brand? Does it run well? Are you happy with the styling?

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Share Your Review of an Online Scooter Dealer

Did you buy a scooter from an online scooter dealer you can speak firsthand about? If so, that's great... Share it with our site visitors & community!

Tell us all the ins and outs of what you did and didn't like about this particular scooter dealer. What kind/size scooter did you buy? Were you happy with your purchase? Why or why not?

Other Visitors' Reviews

Click below to see online scooter dealer reviews from other visitors to this page...

Does anyone have info on the company Greenearthscooters.com? 
They have free shipping and well priced scooters. I'm sure they're Chinese scoots but have not read a bad review. Thanks

Best Deal Motorsports Review 
I received two mirrors from Best Deal Motorsports, and right left side was broken. I called, emailed, texted w/o success. When last I called, he said, …

Review of bikezdirect.com 
I bought a 150cc scooter from bikezdirect.com last May 09 and have had trouble with it since. I paid $950 for it and have never been able to get it running. …

Review of Bikezdirect.com/Scooterdepot.com.us/Americanmopeds.com 
So you're saying so many names all at once, Jim, why are you doing them together? Because they're all one big company with many different online sites. …

Killermotorsports.com Review 
I recently purchased a trike from KillerMotorSports.com. I have had tons of problems with the Trike and had to contact the dealer many times. The one …

Review of PowerRideOutlet.com 
Here is my review of www.powerrideoutlet.com... They are great. They have very low prices and great support. One week delivery. They have always been there …

www.GSmotorworks.com Review 
This is the company I bought my scooter from. I can't say enough about these people. They deliver quickly, they stand behind their warranty and they have …

PowersportsMax Review 
I took the plunge and went with a cheap China scooter outfit, Powersportsmax. When, after 7 days and no update to my order status (although the money …

Review of ScooterDepot.us AKA Sunny Sports, Inc. Online Scooter Dealer 
First I want to say I am happy with my Chuanl MP150 scooter. BUT I will never again do business with or recommend Scooterdepot (also known as Sunny Sports …

Motorxtremes.com Review - Buyer Beware! 
Editor's Note: I have just added a page on my site because I was accused of being alarmist on this page: Dangers of Buying Scooters Online . The …

Review of Motobuys.com Online Scooter Dealer 
I've just ordered a BMS 200cc Pathfinder from this company (Motobuys.com) and I'll let you know how it goes on from there. But I would like to add that …

SuperiorPowersports.com Review Not rated yet
I have within the last 9 months purchased two 150cc scooters from this west coast dealer and all and all have been pleased with the service(PDI)and the …

Lifan Motorcycles Wholesale - Review Not rated yet
I think he skipped to avoid honoring his 3 yr. warranty, at least I have not been able to find him. I bought a 2007 JM Star "Street Racer" 150cc scooter. …

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In Summary...

So, to sum up, it may be possible to buy cheap scooters online... and come out a winner. But you may have to accept that you're choosing price and availability over quality. And it's essential to choose the right scooter dealer if you're to avoid nightmare consequences.

With luck, you'll be scootin' down the streets of your town on your new gas scooter bought online before you know it!

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