FAQ
I’ve collected a bunch of frequently asked questions (FAQs) about scooters, which I’ve attempted to answer here. Hopefully they will answer many of your questions. If not, please feel free to contact me!
- Definitions
- What is a scooter?
- How is a scooter different from a moped?
- How is a scooter different from a motorcycle?
- What is a “classic” scooter?
- What is a “retro” scooter?
- What is a “modern” scooter?
- What is a “mod” scooter?
- What is a “maxi” or “touring” scooter?
- What are “two-strokes” and “four-strokes” and how do they differ?
- General Questions
- Why should I buy a scooter?
- Do I need to get a license plate for my scooter?
- Why do some scooters need a motorcycle license to ride, while others don’t?
- How can I register my scooter so that I don’t need a motorcycle license to ride it?
- Is there any way to make my scooter go faster?
- Should I get a windscreen for my scooter?
- Do any celebrities have scooters?
- Do I need a special license to ride a scooter?
- What insurance do I need for my scooter?
- How safe are scooters?
- Can I ride my scooter on the Thruway?
- Gear Questions
- Do I need special clothing to ride a scooter?
- What kind of special clothing should I wear to ride a scooter?
- What should I look for when buying a helmet?
- What about goggles?
- Can I get by with just my glasses or sunglasses?
- What should I look for in gloves?
- Why do I need to wear a jacket in the summer? It’s hot!
- So what should I look for in a jacket?
- You mentioned rain gear. What should I look for there?
- Troubleshooting