Buyer beware... If your scooter deal is too good to be true...

Surging interest among U.S. consumers in scooters has manufacturers rushing to fill the demand as quickly and inexpensively as possible. Unfortunately for the environment and many U.S. businesses, some imported vehicles do not meet the emissions standards set by the U.S. government. These substandard products cost far less than their law-abiding counterparts in the competitive U.S. market. Tales of retailers and consumers stuck with sub-standard products, useless warranties and uncertified scooters and motorcycles are becoming too common.