We want you to use your electric scooter safely. Electric scooters are a great way to travel, and when done correctly, they are very safe. According to a recent report, it is safer to travel short distances in urban areas on an electric scooter than in a car or motorcycle. The risk of a visit to the emergency room due to an accident for a person who rides an electric scooter is similar to that of cyclists. Despite this, the safety of electric scooters should always be considered a priority on any trip.
To ensure that your electric scooter trip is safe, I have compiled some tips and advice on how to stay safe on trips.
1. Before going out on the road, read the manual
Some of us are “I don't need manuals” personalities. We were too, but to be totally honest, we learned things fast and easy or harder and more bumpy. If you are not getting help from your friends around to understand your electric scooter, think that the Manual is your new friend. It does not take much time to go through, but it really helps in getting the best experience out of your electric scooter. It has all the useful things such as LED screen display options, electric brake strength, auto cruise mode, hard or non hard start etc.
2. Use protective material
Electric scooters move very fast, in fact, due to its close proximity to the ground, it can feel even faster. The most dangerous obstacle is a sidewalk, so the safety of your head is the most essential.
I recommend you invest in the best helmet you can afford for full head protection you can trust. This really isn't an area where you can skimp on expenses. The good news is that modern helmets are lightweight, stylish, and easy to store. You can check out some great headsets here: Or, take a look at the ones we've selected below.
3. Check your scooter
Before leaving home, take a look at your electric scooter to check that everything is in order. The following will help you use your scooter safely.
Tires: Are they properly inflated? Underinflated tires change the way your electric scooter handles and can affect the mileage you get on each ride. They can leave you stranded with a flat tire far from home. There are many questions you should ask yourself before setting out, are the tires wear free? Does it have enough texture?
Brakes and Accelerator : It is important to verify that both work efficiently before leaving home; Finding that the throttle sticks when you're halfway to work is less than ideal, and heading downhill into a busy intersection is no fun if your brakes aren't working.
Battery : This sounds obvious, but does your electric scooter have enough charge to get you to your destination and back home? Don't risk running out of battery only to find yourself stranded halfway.
Frame : Check that your scooter is fully unfolded and secured in the correct riding position. It's also worth doing a quick visual check to make sure there's no obvious wear or damage.
4. Practice enough
Electric scooters have incredibly intuitive controls and are easy to ride for users of any age in no time. When starting off, get used to the accelerator and brakes at low speed. Once you feel comfortable stopping and going in open space, practice accelerating and stopping, turning, and maneuvering around obstacles. Also practice on a variety of different surfaces. The way your electric scooter handles will be different on smooth surfaces compared to forest ground.
5. Road conditions
As a beginner, it's probably best to avoid riding your electric scooter on wet or icy roads. During and immediately after deluges, the road surface becomes slippery, no matter how good your tires are. If you get caught in the rain, turn slowly and brake early enough to avoid slipping.
Riding in pouring rain or heavy snowfall can damage your electric scooter, so it should be avoided if possible.
6. Night driving
Scooter Visibility : Scooter safety in the dark should always be considered. You never know when you might get stuck, so make sure your lights are clearly visible to other drivers. This is also important in low light and bad weather situations. While most electric scooters have front and rear lights, if you ride a lot after dark it may be worth adding some reflectors to your electric scooter so you can be seen more easily.
Rider Visibility : In addition to making sure your electric scooter is visible, it's a good idea to wear reflective clothing. Reflective jackets no longer have to be bright yellow. The Proviz Range gray jackets for MEN and WOMEN are hard to miss! There are also reflective LED belts that can be charged via USB.
7. Awareness of the Path
Focus on the road and not on your surroundings. Keep an eye out for pedestrians, as well as cars and bicyclists, and always expect the unexpected. I recommend driving defensively whenever possible; That means counting on other people or vehicles not noticing you and anticipating their possible movements to avoid collisions. Slow down and take plenty of space and time to brake or turn hard.