Kids Scooter Buying Guide Safety & Maintenance

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Kids Scooter Buying Guide Safety Maintenance
Written By Kamrul Hassan Zibon ForScooter.Com
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Contents
Introduction
What Is Scooter
Types Of Scooter
Kids Scooter Buying Guide
Safety for Kids while riding scooter
Tips Kids Scooter Maintenance
Where to Buy Scooter
Reference Sites
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Introduction
If your little one is full of beans then getting
them a scooter is superb for helping them burn
off some of that extra energy! With so many
different types of scooters available it can make
hard to pick out the right type for your child -
so take a look at our guide to kids' scooters for
some handy advice.
In this guideline we will go thorough how to how
to chose Choose Best Scooter for Kids. And also
learn how to do the best maintance and take care
of a kids scooter.
We also show you how much safety a Kid should
take wheile riding a scooter alone on road .
Hope this guide will be helpful for choosing the
best scooter for your kid take the best
maintenance .
Kamrul Hassan Zibon
ForScooter.Com Best Kids Scooter Reviews Site
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What Is Scooter
A scooter is a human-powered or electric powered
land vehicle with a handlebar, deck and wheels
that is propelled by a rider pushing off the
ground. The most common scooters today are made
of aluminum, titanium and steel. Some scooters
that are made for younger children have 3 or 4
wheels and are made of plastic or do not fold.
High-performance racing scooters made for adults
resemble the old "penny-farthing".
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Types Of Scooter
There are mainly two types of scooter available
in market . They are 1. Kick Scooter 2. Electric
Scooter
Kick Scooter A kick scooter, push scooter or
scooter is a human-powered land vehicle with a
handlebar, deck and wheels that is propelled by a
rider pushing off the ground. The most common
scooters today are made of aluminum, titanium and
steel. Some kick scooters that are made for
younger children have 3 or 4 wheels and are made
of plastic or do not fold.
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Electric Scooter As the name says, an electric
scooter is a vehicle that runs with electric
power. Unlike conventional scooters that run
based on gas or oil, electric scooters dont
require fuel for their functioning.
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Kids Scooter Buying Guide
Kids Scooters Buyers Guide If your little one is
full of beans then getting them a scooter is
superb for helping them burn off some of that
extra energy! With so many different types of
scooters available it can make hard to pick out
the right type for your child - so take a look at
our guide to kids' scooters for some handy advice.
Getting the Right Size Scooter for
Children Picking the right scooter size and type
for your child's age means that they'll have much
more fun, whether they're whizzing to school on
two wheels, or just playing at the park.
Generally speaking the scooter's handlebars
should reach your child's hip/waist height. This
is the ideal scooter size, as it means they'll be
able to ride with greater control - and more
confidence. You'll also want to make sure the
scooter isn't too big - kids should be able to
ride their scooter with a straight back, and not
hunched over!
Choosing a Kids Scooter Children can be spoilt
for choice when it comes to all the different
scooter styles available. Here are some features
and scooter types you might want to look out for
when making your decision
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plastic, these are great for little ones just
getting started with a scooter as the extra
wheels make things more stable for wobbly
toddlers Adjustable Handlebars - These can be a
smart idea if you'd like to get more use out of
the scooter. As your child grows you can adapt
the handlebar height to suit them - perfect for
growth spurts! Folding Scooters - Fantastic for
kids to ride on during the school run, these
scooters are easily portable, so once you've
dropped the kids off you can fold the scooter
away and carry it or pop it in the boot
hassle-free Electric Scooters - A really fun way
of getting around, electric scooters tend to be
powered by batteries which need charging, and can
usually reach speeds of around 10mph
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? Stunt Scooters - Designed for slightly
older children, these are usually sturdier (with
clamps and stronger construction) so kids can
easily and safely practise their tricks at the
skate park. Remember, most folding scooters are
not suitable for stunts or tricks due to their
design - have a read of our stunt scooters buyers
guide for more info
Scooter Accessories Parts Already got a
scooter? Here are some of the parts you might
want to consider to give it a bit of an upgrade
or make things a bit more durable Wheels -
Upgrading your scooter's wheels is a way of
guaranteeing smoother and easier rolling
Grips - It's usually fairly easy to change
grips on many scooters, so you can customise the
style and make things a bit comfier
Pegs - Adding stunt pegs means you can try out
loads of new tricks. Often available in different
colours, pegs need to be the right size for your
scooter.
So there you have it - a quick run through of the
different scooters out there! Be sure to take a
look at the scooters we've got here at Halfords
to find the right type for your child.
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Safety for Kids while riding scooter
Summer may be winding down, but that doesnt mean
kids will be hanging up their scooters anytime
soon. In some neighborhoods, were even scooting
to school and hopefully safely.
Our partner Micro Kickboard (we love them so
much!) is a brand we all have trusted and loved
and owned for years, which is why we are thrilled
to work with them again. (And apologies to our
kids, but no, this doesnt mean we can get
another one.) Micro Kickboard also knows a thing
or two about scooter safety for kids, because
they really care about them. Hey, a lot of them
are parents too. So on their behalf, weve put
together a few scooter safety tips to help keep
all our children safe and happy as theyre
zipping down the street.
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1. Its all about the helmet. Of course the most
important piece of safety equipment is a helmet.
Head injuries are the real deal, and so wearing a
helmet is even the law in many states. But even
if it isnt, you should get ahead of it. There
are a number of childrens helmets on the market
with fun colors and designs that kids will be
more apt to wear. (Ours fight over theirs, ha.)
Find the right fit and strap it on!
2. Protect elbows, knees, and hands. It may sound
obvious, but these are always the first to hit
the ground when a child falls. Pads for the
elbows, knees, and hands are available as easy
slip-ons and can be kept in a school backpack,
desk, or locker when not in use. And yes, we are
totally aware that there is one more area that
often hits the ground, but that side comes with
its own padding. Actual padding may vary. Lets
just say us moms have a little more of it.
3. Its gotta be the shoes. Shoes arent just
about fashion, they also protect feet from stray
wheels and any number of random things on the
ground that could poke, cut, or tickle the toes
of your scooting child. The best shoes to wear
while riding a scooter are closed-toed, thick in
the sole, and should have some support in the
ankle. If the shoes also happen to look really
awesome, well, thats just a bonus. Its amazing
how many kids we see scooting in flip-flops,
flimsy sandals, and the ubiquitous plastic shoes
which shall not be named.
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4. Size matters! Not all scooters are created
equal. Definitely check the height and weight
suggestions or restrictions of the scooter you
buy, to be sure it is the perfect one for your
child. Using the right equipment is the first
step in scooter safety for kids (and lots of
other things, too!). Scooter manufacturers
generally provide their safety suggestions based
on a childs age, with the assumption that the
majority of children in that group will have
similar height and weight, but we say, dont go
on that alone. Plenty of our kids fall outside
those numbers, which means maybe that 3-5 year
old scooter will be ideal for your six-year-old.
5. Learn to stop on a dime. This sounds cool,
but its also an important part of scooter safety
for kids. Before your kids head into high traffic
areas, be sure they have the ability to stop
suddenly, make quick turns, and avoid older
people on walkers or carrying large bag of
groceries on the sidewalk something we once
learned the hard way. (Eep.) Start slow and
practice in a paved parking lot or driveway, or
on a low traffic cul-de-sac before sending them
out into the real world.
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Theres time for learning a bunnyhop, ollie, or
kick-out later. But first? Stopping.
6. Theres safety in numbers.
This is always a good rule of thumb, the
more the merrier and all that. Whenever possible
send kids off on their scoot to school with
friends, siblings, or assorted classmates. Not
only is it fun to spend time with other kids, but
it also makes the children much more visible to
those cars. Also, the pack looks out for its own,
and yes, we just compared kids to a group of wild
animals.
7. Handle street and sidewalk traffic with your
eyes, not just your body. Things may be quieter
where you live during the summer, but once school
starts up, the neighborhood does too. More people
on the sidewalks means more obstacles, but dont
let that keep you from scooting like the wind.
Shouting a friendly on your left! before passing
a pedestrian can help keep bumps, bruises, and a
few choice words to a minimum.
One of the tricks we teach our own kids, whether
theyre crossing the street on foot or on two or
three wheels, is to make eye contact with the
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driver at the stop sign. You see the driver the
driver sees you. Then you can give a little wave
to acknowledge hey thanks, Im going to cross
now and be sure that youre both on the same
page. Smiles help too.
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3 Tips Kids Scooter Maintenance
Looking after your scooter properly will help to
lengthen its lifespan, so we have pulled together
some handy tips for you.
We do advise you always seek help from a
competent mechanic and do not take your scooter
apart unless you are confident of your
abilities, due to the safety issues that can
arise from a badly maintained scooter.
Our 3 essentials to scooter care
Cleaning Your Scooter
This can be a really quick task if you do it
regularly, yet can totally transform the look of
your scooter. No one likes cleaning stuff but I
guarantee a little effort goes a long way!
Simply use a damp cloth to wipe over the bars,
deck and wheels. Use a bit of elbow grease
(taking care around any stickers/grip tape) and
ensure that you dry your scooter fully and
immediately with a separate cloth. Any
dampness left on the scooter could quickly
lead to rusting. Whilst cleaning your scooter
take the time to check for any signs of damage,
or wear. Squared wheels can easily be replaced,
as can cracked or broken bar grips.
Tip Use an old kids small headed toothbrush to
clean between spokes on wheels and to loosen any
debris that may have collected under the brake.
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Lubricating your Scooter
Lubrication is required to help your scooter
parts move freely. If you ride your scooter in
the rain, or leave it outside, the pre-lubricated
bearings in the headset and wheels will quickly
fail, so this is not a good idea. Expect to
replace the bearings more often if you do leave
your scooter outdoors. It is best to avoid your
scooter getting wet at all if you want to protect
the components. You can tell when your bearings
need replacing if they make a loud crunching or
grinding noise whilst turning. Bearings are
consumable items and will naturally wear over
time and are therefore not covered under warranty.
You can use a lubricant such as Bones Speed Cream
to service your bearings, which is a low
viscosity synthetic lubricant that provides a
durable micro film to protect against corrosion.
However, you do need to be very careful not to
allow any oil to come into contact with
the wheels. Not only is oil very slippery,
but also the hub bond (the glue that holds the
rubber wheel to the hub) can be broken down if it
comes in contact with oil and result in your
wheel de-dubbing - not good/expensive!
Tip Got a spring brake that squeaks like a
mouse? silence this and help give you a more
dialled ride.
A quick shot of WD40 will
Tightening up your Scooter
Over time vibrations from riding on rough ground
can loosen bolts, so you will need to check
everything is tight every so often. If your
handle bars look slightly out of line from your
front wheel then the bolts on your clamp have
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become loose. If you have lost the instructions
to your scooter its easy to forget what you did
when you first put it together! Remember to
tighten each bolt on your clamp a little bit in
turn, work your way through the bolts and then
start again.
Its surprising how many people mistake wobbly
bars for something more
serious, when its simply about tightening your
clamp up correctly.
The allen
keys provided with your scooter are great to get
your scooter first set up, but it is worth
investing in some high tensile keys which are
much stronger and less likely to round.
Tip If you find you are struggling to loosen
bolts try sliding a short length of pipe (or
similar tubing) over the long end of the key to
give you a little more leverage. It is
essential that you apply a down force towards the
bolt head before and whilst turning the key to
ensure a strong contact between the two parts
thus avoiding rounding the bolt head. A sharp tap
with a hammer can also help get the bolt moving
BUT be careful not to round the bolt.
Follow our simple tips and your scooter should
last you a little longer.
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Where to Buy Scooter
There are many place to buy a scooter . You can
buy it from near by store or you can order it
online . The best place to order scooter online
is Amazon.com
To learn more about kids scooter, electric
scooter and other scooter you can have a look on
best electric kids scooter reviews website .
Reference Sites
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