8 Precaution Steps for Buying a Used Scooter

Buying a Used Scooter Precaution Steps

When purchasing a scooter from a previous owner, there are a lot of consideration and planning that you have to do in order to prevent any costly mistakes down the line. The older and cheaper the scooter the more of a chance that the used scooter is not a diamond in the rough. The maintenance cost of a used scooter can outweigh the cheap purchase price. For instance, the tires and batteries are costly replacement items that can wear out prematurely. So before handing over your money a stranger, these are the thing you need to check for...

1. Is the scooter a well known brand - some scooters cannot be repaired and parts are not available.

2. Check the tires, do they still have good tread and pay attention to any uneven wear. This may indicate a steering or alignment problem that cannot be fixed. Or ever the owners driving habits such as burn outs.

3. Is the seat firm and cushioned - a worn or sloppy can make you feel uncomfortable and unsafe while riding.

4. Are switches and signals functional - check lights, indicators speed variations work. Lack of flashing lights on the controls can indicate a potential problem(such as bad bulbs, poor battery, or electrical wiring issues.)

5. Check the scooters stopping ability forward, backward and on a slope.(This can be done walking beside the scooter, gripping it with both hands) -

6. Ride the scooter, is it comfortable, does it feel safe? If you feel uncomfortable on the scooter, or driving the scooter makes you tired and causes you pain then you won't use the scooter and it is a waste of money no matter how cheap it is.

7. Does the scooter come with a manual.

8. Learn its history – Before hand over you money ask about any maintenance history. When was the scooter last serviced. As well as any possible finder binder or collision history.

If all checks out in these areas and safe and comfortable the scooter and the deal. Then congrats on your new used scooter.

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