Battery powered scooters - need DU advise on Christmas gift

[underpants]

My wife mentioned this months ago. I would love to get one for her.

Any advice from DU scooterers?

Price? Mmmm I’d like to keep it below $500. That seems to be a good starting point.

What do I need to know about volts?

[Boxerfan]

1. I'm not familiar but those that are will need details.

Are you looking at mobility scooters like they use in stores or a powered wheelchair?. Or a actual 2 wheel scooter like a moped.
Once that is known it should help.

[underpants]

4. Recreational.

Around the neighborhood

[Olafjoy]

2. I have had a 2 wheeled electric Gotrax scooter for 2 years

It has been great. It has a lot of power and zips along. I had to replace the battery when I left it plugged in waaaaayyyy too long on accident. Don’t make that mistake. Was very easy to order and install new battery myself. Husband rides it all the time as well. Folds up. It is a lot of fun 👍🏻. Charges up fast and goes for as long as you would want per charge unless you are planning really long trips.

[underpants]

5. Checking it out.

Thanks. I figured I’d get on this due to shipping.

[abqtommy]

3. Well, like any major purchase, do your research and then make your best choice. A few

years ago I was outside my local post office when a lady zipped up on a battery-powered bicycle. I went over and talked to her for a bit, checking out the machine. She told me she bought it on the WalMart website for 300-350 bucks.

Just remember that bicycles, scooters and motorcycles are all hazardous to operate and require
a lot of attention by the operator. Also check your local vehicle ordinances to check on the classification
of electric bicycles/scooters and licensing requirements for vehicles and operators. There's a lot to
consider here.