Alameda scooter, Argo and TGB parts, service and accessories in the bay area

Alameda scooter, Argo and TGB parts, service and accessories in the bay area http://alamedascooters.com Just another WordPress weblog Thu, 02 Oct 2008 23:12:26 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en cool video http://alamedascooters.com/2008/10/02/cool-video/ Can I park on the sidewalk? Only if you are off the sidewalk line. There are always plenty of unmetered options for parking a scooter. Try not to squeeze between cars as the drivers may not see your bike when they’re leaving. http://alamedascooters.com/2008/07/19/can-i-park-on-the-sidewalk/ What fees are involved in buying a scooter? Tax, Title, Destination and Prep. Tax is sales tax based at 8.75%. Title is DMV fees for registration and tag. Destination is based on the weight of the bike and is determined by the manufacturer. Prep is our dealer fee to uncrate, assemble and perform the pre-delivery inspection on your ... http://alamedascooters.com/2008/07/19/what-fees-are-involved-in-buying-a-scooter/ Do you need insurance? YES, The state of California requires all motorcycle and scooter owners to be insured. We've found Geico (866.617.7473) and bike-line.com (800. 236.2453) to be competitive with an average cost of $220-300/year. http://alamedascooters.com/2008/07/19/do-you-need-insurance/ Is financing available? YES. Financing programs change constantly, so check with us for the latest promotions. You can apply on-line at our website. www.alamedascooters.com http://alamedascooters.com/2008/07/19/is-financing-available/ Is scooters freeway legal? In the state of California you must ride a 150cc bike or above to be freeway legal although 150 tends to lack the power and top speed necessary for safe freeway riding. A 250 would be better for freeway riding. http://alamedascooters.com/2008/07/19/is-scooters-freeway-legal/ Is it true that I need a motorcycle license to drive even a 50cc Scooter? Yes, in the state of California you are required to obtain a motorcycle permit to legally ride any 50cc scooter and above. A permit is obtained by passing a simple written exam in any DMV office and has some restrictions (no night time riding, no passenger, no freeways). We have ... http://alamedascooters.com/2008/07/19/is-it-true-that-i-need-a-motorcycle-license-to-drive-even-a-50cc-scooter/ What size scooter should I get?  The 50cc has a top speed of about 30 mph but lacks power in the hills. The 150cc has a higher top speed (50-60 mph) and do much better in the hills and with passengers. We ... http://alamedascooters.com/2008/07/19/what-size-scooter-should-i-get/ Why would I want a larger scooter if a 50cc can do all I need? Usually people envision using a scooter for specific purpose, such as a short work commute and trips to the grocery store. This, however, doesn't include the possibility that riding a scooter could be fun!! Pleasure rides could very well involve greater distances, higher speeds, and larger loads- maybe even a ... http://alamedascooters.com/2008/07/19/why-would-i-want-a-larger-scooter-if-a-50cc-can-do-all-i-need/ What makes a scooter different from motorcycle? Scooters have a step-through frame, storage under the seat, no clutch, and an automatic (cvt) transmission. http://alamedascooters.com/2008/07/19/what-makes-a-scooter-different-from-motorcycle/