If you live in a major city, you’ve probably seen electric scooters whizzing by on the streets. These vehicles are great for commuters because they’re cheap, convenient, and fun! But if you want to ride one safely and legally, there are some important things to know. Here are 10 tips for riding commuter motorized scooters like a pro:
Make sure your scooter is in good working order before heading out on the road.
Before hitting the road, there are several things you should do to ensure your scooter is in good working order. Check the fluid levels (brake and transmission), tire pressure, brakes, chain tension and lights/signals. Next comes the battery—is it charged? If not, recharge it.
Now check for any leaks or loose parts or fastenings. Make sure the engine is running smoothly without any unusual noises coming from inside it when revved up to about 3k RPMs–this will give you an idea of whether it’s in good shape or not!
Finally make sure all mirrors and windshield wipers are intact as well as horn operation if needed if riding during night time hours on unlit roads/streets where visibility isn’t great due to no streetlights installed nearby yet upon arrival home safely so please be careful out there while commuting back home after work hours end because accidents do happen even though we’d rather everything go smoothly without having any problems whatsoever but sometimes things don’t always go accordingto plan unless one plans ahead beforehand which means doing everything possible beforehand by keeping track of everything else so nothing gets forgotten amongst other things happening at work during lunchtime breaks!
Keep a close watch on your surroundings.
You should always keep a close watch on your surroundings. Even if you don’t feel like it, be aware of what is going on around you while riding. It is important to be alert and attentive at all times, especially when riding in traffic or heavy pedestrian areas. You should also not ride distracted by texting, talking on the phone, eating or drinking while driving or operating other electronic devices such as MP3 players that take away from being able to pay attention to what is happening around you
It is important to make sure that you are fit enough before riding a motorcycle so that your body can handle sitting for long periods of time while having motion sickness issues while driving around town during rush hour traffic. If this seems like too much effort then maybe this isn’t the right vehicle for commuting purposes due to possible health risks associated with using such vehicles as well as cost effectiveness since gasoline prices continue rising every year!
Always obey the rules of the road and follow safe riding practices.
- Always obey the rules of the road and follow safe riding practices.
- Always wear a helmet, even if you’re just going down to the corner market for some milk and bread. You never know when that car door might open right in front of you, or when someone might jump out into your path without looking both ways first (and they’d be surprised at how many people do this).
- Use your turn signals! It’s not just about courtesy on the road; it’s also about saving yourself from getting hit—or worse—by another vehicle because they didn’t know what you were going to do next. Use them every time you change lanes or merge into traffic from one side street onto another major street (like an interstate) or make any kind of lane change at all!
- Don’t text while driving either—it can wait until after work when we get home (or better yet don’t ever text while driving).
Use signals when changing lanes and turning.
It’s important to use turn signals when turning, even if there are no cars around. That way you’ll avoid surprising the other drivers on the road.
When changing lanes, be sure to indicate your intention first with your left or right arm. This will let everyone know what you’re about to do and allow them enough time to react accordingly. If you’re unsure what a driver is going to do in response, it’s always better to use a signal than not!
Wear bright clothing so that other drivers can see you more easily during the day and night. Bright clothing also makes it easier for other riders on commuter motorbikes who are following behind them (like friends in another car) identify their friends ahead of time so they know where exactly someone may be heading next…
Always remember: signaling before making any sudden movements like switching lanes or turning corners only helps keep everyone safe out there!
Wear appropriate gear.
- Wear a helmet. A helmet is not just a safety accessory, it’s also an important way of making yourself visible and more visible to other commuters on the road. This can help keep you alert and aware of what’s happening around you, as well as prevent any potential injuries from those accidents that are bound to happen over time in traffic.
- Wear reflective clothing. Reflective clothing is ideal for low light conditions or at night because it will help others see you better than normal clothes would when they drive by or pass by on their bike or bike path. It also helps keep them from being able to get too close if they’re behind you when riding home from work one evening – especially if there are any cars or bikes coming up behind them!
Avoid riding during difficult weather conditions.
It’s important to note that not all riders have the luxury of choosing their weather conditions. If you live in an area where it rains on average less than six days out of the year or gets below freezing only once a year, then you might be able to ride during these times without putting yourself in danger. However, if your commute takes place during these difficult weather conditions frequently—especially during wintertime—you should reconsider your options until the temperature rises above freezing for three consecutive months and/or it stops raining for more than four days straight.
In addition to checking local weather reports and road conditions before riding, it’s also important to check how other drivers are behaving when deciding whether or not to ride in bad weather conditions:
- Are they slowing down? If so, they may be able to stop at a moment’s notice because their tires will grip better on wet surfaces than yours will—meaning there’s less chance that they’ll lose control due to slippery roads (which could result in an accident). But if they’re speeding up instead while driving through puddles like maniacs and spraying water everywhere as they pass by…well…that could mean one thing: They’re drunk!
Don’t drink and drive.
- Don’t drink and drive, even if you are only going a short distance.
- Don’t ride with someone who is drinking.
- Don’t ride while under the influence of drugs.
- Don’t ride if you are tired or fatigued because it will affect your ability to focus and make decisions quickly, especially in emergency situations like road hazards or unexpected obstacles on the trail (like a squirrel crossing).
- Make sure your scooter has working headlights and taillights so other riders can see you at night—and always wear a helmet! (Even if it’s just around town.)
- Ensure that your tires are properly inflated so they can provide adequate traction over varying terrain conditions; check them frequently throughout each trip as well as before heading out.
- Make sure that your helmet fits properly and is in good shape—if not, replace it! Not only does this help keep riders safe when riding but also makes them more visible on the road for others who may be driving behind them at high speeds; plus having worn out gear could make people think twice about wanting to join in on fun adventures like these themselves which defeats our goal here–which is getting more people out there enjoying all aspects of life including physical activity through active transportation options such as bicycling/walking/running etcetera!
Know your surroundings.
As you ride, keep your eyes and ears open. Look for signs and signals—and watch for pedestrians, other vehicles, obstacles like potholes, road conditions like wet or icy roads and debris. Make sure to watch for light fixtures that can block your vision as well as sudden turns or stop signs. And always be on the lookout for slow or stopped vehicles in front of you.
When approaching a crosswalk with pedestrians crossing in front of you (or even running across the street), give them plenty of room to get across without running over them accidentally by slowing down when approaching intersections where these people might appear at any moment!
As a motorcyclist we must keep our focus on driving defensively because everyone else is usually focused on getting somewhere else faster than us… so exercise caution around blind spots!
Allow others to pass you if they are driving faster.
When you are riding on the road and see other vehicles approaching from behind, it is important to allow them to pass you if they are driving faster. This is the best way to ensure that all drivers can safely navigate their way through traffic, especially when there is heavy congestion or a large number of vehicles on the same stretch of road.
It’s also important for you to be aware of your surroundings and react in time to avoid accidents. If another vehicle suddenly pulls out in front of yours, or someone cuts into your lane without warning, take immediate evasive action! While drivers may not always follow basic rules like giving right-of-way (or “yielding”), it’s still important that cyclists do so as well so they don’t cause unnecessary accidents themselves.”
Never tailgate other drivers or ride side by side with other scooters or motorcycles in the same lane.
- Never tailgate other drivers or ride side by side with other scooters or motorcycles in the same lane. You’re less visible to traffic when you’re close to other vehicles, and it’s easy for your vehicle to become a projectile if something happens in front of you.
- Ride on the road, not on the sidewalk. Sidewalks are for pedestrians; if you need to stop at a red light, don’t pull up onto the curb!
- Ride only in one direction at a time: Don’t do U-turns in busy intersections or weave through multiple lanes of traffic just because there’s no law against it (yet). The safest way is always straight ahead—and signaling helps prevent collisions and confusion from happening behind you as well!
- Use signals when changing lanes or turning: I know this is obvious… But sometimes we forget! If people aren’t paying attention before they merge into another lane next to us while driving cars then they certainly won’t be looking out for us as we drive around town either so give them an extra heads up by using hand signals whenever necessary–especially when making turns at intersections where visibility can be limited due to crowds crossing corners right outside where our paths cross paths too often leading towards tragedy.
Using a motorized scooter for commuting can be a fun, easy way to get to work or school, but make sure you stay safe by following these tips.
Whether you’re riding to work or school, using a motorized scooter for commuting can be a fun, easy way to get to work or school. But make sure you stay safe by following these tips:
- Stay safe on the road. Follow all traffic rules and make sure to use appropriate gear such as a helmet if one is required.
- Don’t drink and drive at any time! Alcohol impairs your ability to make good decisions about your safety on the road, so don’t take any chances with this rule!
- Don’t ride side-by-side with other scooters or motorcycles in the same lane; allow others plenty of room when overtaking them because they may have difficulty seeing you around their larger vehicles (especially at night).
- Avoid riding in bad weather conditions—if it rains heavily or there’s snow on the ground then wait until conditions improve before hitting those roads again! Rainy days also mean slick surfaces which could result in losing control of your vehicle while going downhill especially if there are no guardrails installed along sides of bridges where there might be extra leakage due from raindrops falling off overhead trees onto pavement below which causes puddles forming around these areas too slippery for driving speeds above 10 mph without risk of crashing into nearby obstacles like parked cars/buildings etc…
Conclusion
Just like any other form of transportation, riding a scooter can be dangerous if you don’t take the time to learn the ins and outs. If you’re looking for a new way to commute, consider getting an electric scooter that’s safer than driving yourself or taking public transportation.
