Electric scooter shop with servicing

Commuters, students, delivery riders, older riders wanting an easy vehicle, and people avoiding car costs in towns and cities.

Margin on scooter sales, plus servicing and repair labour, parts, batteries, helmets, locks and accessories. Servicing helps keep income steadier in winter.

• Selling and explaining products clearly
• Basic mechanical and electrical know-how, or a hired technician
• Stock and cash flow management

• Rules vary by province: check which scooters count as e-bikes, mopeds or motorcycles, and what licence, plate and insurance riders need
• Check whether your province requires motor vehicle dealer registration for what you sell
• Check that models meet Transport Canada requirements and carry the right compliance labels
• Commercial general liability and garage or property insurance, plus safe lithium battery storage and fire risk
• Winter slowdown in many regions: plan cash flow and servicing income for the cold months
• Stock financing ties up cash, so start with fast-selling models

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $30,000 to $120,000, depending on your premises, how much stock you hold and whether you hire a technician. Stock financing ties up cash, so starting with fast-selling models may help.

Rules vary by province, so check which scooters count as e-bikes, mopeds or motorcycles and what licence, plate and insurance riders need. Also check dealer registration, Transport Canada requirements and compliance labels, insurance, and safe lithium battery storage.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $12,000 to $55,000, depending on models sold, servicing income and location. Winter slows sales in many regions, so plan your cash flow and servicing income for the colder months.