Today, one of the most dynamic and fairly budgetary types of personal transport is a scooter. Scooters from various manufacturing countries are supplied to Russia, but Chinese models are the most affordable.
Despite the fact that things made in China are considered not to be of the highest quality, China makes quite a few comfortable and powerful scooters (primarily for domestic trade, since half of the country travels on scooters and motorbikes). Virtually all Chinese models are made to Japanese standards and are technically copies of Honda, Yamaha and Suzuki.
Budget scooters
One of the most famous scooter manufacturers is Stels. He specializes in scooters up to 50 cc, cost up to 30-35 thousand rubles ($ 1000) for a new two-wheeled friend. The most common and reliable model in the series is the Vortex 50.
The scooter is two-seater, withstands up to 165 kg. The declared maximum speed is up to 90 km / h, but the most comfortable in movement is 40-50 km / h. In appearance, it is quite nice, it looks like an analogue of the classic "Honda Click 125", but at the same time it is less powerful. The engine is two-stroke, the transmission is automatic. In general, a very safe option on the move.
Urban models
The retro-style city scooters, an Asian substitute for the Italian Vespa, are manufactured in Taiwan by Sanyang Industry Co. The most popular model Sym Orbit 50 is designed for driving on city roads (on rough terrain, the driver and passenger will be extremely uncomfortable).
The "Sim" has a fairly roomy trunk, unobtrusive and very cute design, there is room for a passenger. The maximum speed is only 65 km / h, but this scooter has a large gas tank (5.2 liters) and a comfortable seat. An ideal option for a big city, which, unlike other Chinese models, has a two-year manufacturer's warranty.
Maxi scooters
An interesting option, however, requiring a category A license, is Chinese maxi-scooters. They differ from ordinary scooters in their large size, engine power and, accordingly, speed. The Sym GTS 250 and Sym GTS 300i are classic models of this range.
If we talk about the original models, then the prototype, in all likelihood, was the Honda PCX 125 or PCX 150, nevertheless the Sym maxiscooters differ in design and optics system. These scooters are ideal for those who like to go out of town or for those who work in a large city and live in a nearby suburb. With all their rather large dimensions, they can easily maneuver in traffic jams and can be parked in absolutely any place without disturbing other road users.
