One of the coolest gifts you can buy – or hopefully get – this Christmas is an electric scooter. Unfortunately, it’s also a great time for fraudulent sellers to take advantage of the Holidays. Electric scooter companies can either import a base model and add their components or buy parts and assemble the product to …
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The question is not if you’re going to crash but when. Contrary to popular belief, electric scooters do not cause injuries. Careless driving and accidents do, just like any other vehicle on the street. By following best practices and road safety rules, you’ll have safe happy e-scootering around the city. General Tips: You don’t need …
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As of this writing, it is okay to use electric scooters for commuting in Queensland and ACT. Other states either have an e-scooter trial or have prohibitive regulations (a motor of 200W and at a top speed of 10 km/h). Electric scooters are allowed in footpaths and shared paths, so using it for commuting is …
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If you’re riding an electric scooter for the first time, you’re likely going to have an accident in your first 10 rides. Experienced riders can still have accidents when they let their guard down. Electric scooters are like any other transportation vehicle, you wouldn’t ride a bike on the road without a helmet. We’ve compiled …
Anything that is of any value will eventually be the target of thieves. Electric scooters, whether you see them as a toy or personal transport, can cost up to $2500. A commuter electric scooter cost much less, but a premium e scooter can cost up to $1500. There are no locks specifically made for an …
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Electric scooter theft has sadly become common. Unless you have an electric scooter that looks like a rental, there’s a high probability that it’s going to get stolen. You can use bike locks for your electric scooter, but if the thief is really determined, they can’t really be stopped. This doesn’t mean that you need …
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Every long-time electric scooter owner knows that inner tube tyres can be one hell of an experience to replace. Fortunately, this problem can be avoided when pneumatic electric scooter tyres are well-maintained. How do I get punctures? A pneumatic tyre is composed of an inner inflatable tube inside an outer tyre. The inner tube provides …
Even the most expensive electric scooter in the market can still get beaten up with regular – especially careless – use. Thankfully, you don’t need special equipment and mechanical expertise to maintain it. Electric Scooter Maintenance Tips Store your electric scooter properly. Electric scooters are equipped with powerful Li-on batteries that are affected by temperature. …
There’s no doubt that electric scooters for adults are a practical alternative for public transportation, even in the midst of a coronavirus pandemic. While e-scooter sharing companies have unintentionally created a bad reputation for electric scooters, it can’t be denied that buying one for yourself is a worthwhile long-term investment. Here’s a quick and easy …
Throughout history, the electric scooter has appeared in the streets without warning. It’s a persistent idea that comes and goes, driven by novelty, misspent youth, and the inventors who saw the potential in it. Two centuries later, the electric scooter finally found its niche as personal transport for commuters. Where did the electric scooter come …
