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Safety and The Law
Rider Safety
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Small children should be supervised when riding.
Almost a third of all scooter-related injuries and accidents involve
children under the age of eight. Electric Scooters do not afford
much designed injury and accident protection and that is why protective
equipment should be considered. If anything at least ride with a
helmet…… and there are plenty of cool helmets to choose
from. Protective equipment is a small investment in money and time…..
and may save your life or protect you from a serious injury.
Another important safety issue to remember is the
fact that drivers in cars may not see you….. you much keep
an eye on them if you drive in traffic.
Do not underestimate the danger involved when riding
a motor scooter or any type 2 wheel cycle. |
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Helmet:
The helmet is the most essential protection you can use for
the safe riding! The helmet protects a rider against the worst
kind of injury, an injury to the head. In many accidents, the
use of a helmet has been the difference between life and death,
or permanent paralysis for a number of riders.
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Knee Pads, Elbow Pads and Good Shoes:
Although these are optional safety equipment they
should be considered depending on the type of riding and the age
of the rider, especially with kids who like to push the limits on
any thing they are riding. Bare foot riding is bad idea ..... and
you risk some bad injuries if something goes wrong. Knee and Elbow
Pads are not expensive and easy to put on ... so get in the habit
of using them. |
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State And Country Laws Regulating The Use Of Electric Scooters
You should check with local law enforcement, concerning local and state
laws regulating the riding of Electric Scooters on public streets and
properties. Each State or Country may have different laws pertaining to
Electric Scooters.
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