Staying Safe On Your Electric Scooter

Riding an electric scooter is a fun and environmentally friendly way of getting from point A to point B. While you might not think twice before hopping on your scooter and heading off across town, it is vital that you take steps to ensure that you remain safe when zipping about on your e-scooter. Read on to find out everything you need to know about staying safe on your scooter.

Invest in a high-vis jacket

If other road users cannot see you, you will be placed at risk. The best way to ensure that you are seen when you are riding your scooter is to invest in high-vis clothing. High-vis clothing, such as a jacket or trousers, is designed to be extremely eye-catching in daylight so other road users and pedestrians can see you from a great distance and in poor weather and lowlight conditions. Most high-vis jackets also feature reflective strips which will reflect the headlights of passing vehicles and illuminate your body. This can help drivers to see you at night.

Wear a helmet

The first thing you need to do is to invest in a high-quality cycling style helmet. Electric scooters can travel at high speeds so if you fall off or come into collision with a building, person or vehicle, you could suffer serious injuries. Your head is a highly vulnerable part of your body which contains what is perhaps the most important organ in the body -- the brain. Modern cycling style helmets are designed to absorb the shockwaves which are created during a collision which helps to protect your brain and skull from damage.

Invest in a bell and lights

Finally, you should consider investing in accessories such as a bell and lights. Modern electric scooters are often almost silent when they are in operation. If you plan to use your scooter in a pedestrianised area, a bell will allow you to alert members of the public to your approach. Installing a white light on the front of your e-scooter and a red one on the rear can help road users to pick you out as they approach or pass you on the highway.

If you are interested in finding out more about staying safe on your electric scooter, you can get in touch with a company which sells e-scooters and other accessories. A member of their team will be happy to offer you further help and assistance.