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7 Things To Know Before You Ride An Electric Scooter For The First Time
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1. Safety Measures
The common problem is that most drivers today are not wearing any protective gear while driving these things. People consider it safe as a bicycle or even safer than that. However, we suggest you always wear at least a helmet when you start driving for the first time. Lack of experience and skills can easily lead to serious injuries if you fall while driving. Besides the helmet, wearing knee and elbow protectors is also a good idea.
2. Learn More About the Controls
3. Don’t Drive Too Fast
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We are aware that it will be tempting to try out your scooter and test its abilities from the first moment you step on it. However, keep in mind that this is not a simple toy and that some models can reach a speed of over 50 km per hour. The best solution for beginners is to buy a model that cannot go so fast and always start with a slower tempo to gain control and skills before you can safely drive at a higher speed.
4. Learn Some Skills
As we already mentioned, it will require some time before you can be able to easily control the scooter and be more relaxed while driving. The most important is to develop some skills related to controlling and braking. Not paying attention to this can lead to accidents. For example, if you take a too sharp turn, the chances are great that you will fall. Also, learn how to use brakes properly. For instance, braking too intense while going at a higher speed might result in falling over the scooter or losing control.
5. Focus on the Road
The common problem is that people get this ride too easily, and they simply step on it and start driving in crowded areas. Be sure to focus on the road and each obstacle. It is very light, and you will feel each bump on the road. Also, driving over a rock or a pothole can lead to falling off from the scooter. Another reason to practice before stepping on crowded streets is related to your abilities to accelerate and brake properly. For example, a beginner might start panicking when there is a sudden obstacle on the road, and misuse the brake with accelerating, which can lead to an accident.
6. Avoid Driving On Bad Weather
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It is challenging to control the scooter on wet roads, even for experienced drivers. Therefore, the best solution is to avoid driving it during rain. Getting a slightly sharper turn can lead to falling. The wheels are very small and they can easily lose control on wet roads.
7. Keep Your Ride Safe
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Another thing that new drivers often forget is to keep their rides safe. For example, you are heading to the store with your new scooter, and you park it in the front and get into it before locking it. You can use the same cable people are using for bikes.
The Bottom Line
There are many benefits of riding an e-scooter. It is a convenient and fast way to travel around the town. Also, it is energy efficient and excellent for the environment. However, the problem in big cities is that the sidewalks became full of e-scooters with people who don’t pay too much attention to pedestrians and often drive too fast.
You should ride it on the bike path, and if there are no bike paths available in your area, you should check the current regulations and see where you can drive it. The most important is to always focus on the safety of you and the people around you.