Some Missourians are laughing in the face of rising gas prices by strapping on helmets and pounding the pavement on two wheels instead of four.
But there's no pedaling involved.
The Harley Davidson Ultra gets about 45 miles per gallon, which is better than most cars.
You’ve probably been seeing more of them on the road.
But it weighs a whooping 715 pounds, so lots of Missourians are opting for something a bit smaller, and even more fuel-efficient.
A year and half ago Elvin Sellars downsized his mode of transportation, not his bank account.
He gets about 70 miles per gallon navigating this little scooter through Springfield, and he's not the only one.
“It’s up about 25%.”
Super Scooter Shop owner Gary Vass is talking about business.
It took a turn for the worse when the weather did the same in February, but bounced back in March and is now on the rise, much like the prices at the pump.
“I think they have 90% to do with the increase in business,” Vass continues.
Gary's selling about a bike a day, and every one of them gets between 80 and 150 miles per gallon.
Mopeds, bicycle-style vehicles that run on chains instead of belts, are the most fuel-efficient.
And possibly for that reason, you're seeing more mopeds, scooters and motorcycles.
Springfield police say that accident statistics may support the theory there are more motorcyclists on the road.
Of the five fatal crashes that happened in Springfield this year, four of them resulted in the death of motorcyclists.
“Any time you're on a motorcycle you don't have the protective surrounding of the vehicle, you don't have the airbags, you don't have the seatbelt,” explains Officer Grant Story with Springfield PD.
Riders like Elvin know these car-alternatives will save you money, but only you can operate them properly and save your life.
Police and dealers recommend every one wears a helmet, but you don't have to if you ride a scooter that is 49cc or less, those bikes only go about 35 miles per hour.
There are motorcycle safety classes available; just call your local motorcycle dealer for information.