Electric mobility every day gains more weight in big cities: bicycles, electric scooters… Advantages such as the least pollution, the least effort or the ease and speed they offer when moving around the city and parking are key points to when choosing this alternative to go from one point to another.
Despite looking like a game, we must never forget that they are considered personal mobility vehicles. In most cases, they exceed the characteristics of simple cycles and are equipped with an electric motor. Therefore, we give you a few tips if you use or think of buying any of these alternatives to moving day by day.
Seven tips to move in these alternatives is comfortable and safe:
1.Protégete properly: electric bicycles can exceed 25km / h (at this speed cut the electrical assistance, although you can go faster without assistance). At this speed, we can do a lot of damage in case of falling, and even more so with the incandescent asphalt that leaves us these days of August. For this reason, the use of a helmet and safety clothing that protects against possible falls is important. Another good option is to circulate with a reflective vest in order to be more visible, wear elbow pads and knee pads and even gloves.
- Circle at an adequate speed: in any case, you must have a speed that allows you to act in front of any improvisation and allow us to stop the vehicle in time.
- Circle of the bike lanes: you must follow the specific indications used by each municipality for proper use of them. Keep in mind that if we go by bike, the regulations are different from if we go on a scooter, for example: a bicycle cannot circulate on sidewalks or pedestrian space, while scooters will depend on what the town councils authorize.
- Carry out proper maintenance: it is advisable to lubricate the moving parts, such as cables, deviators or bearings… They should also be cleaned with suitable products. Look at the state of the wheels, brakes, battery, suspension, steering and transmission (depending on the components that each vehicle has).
- If you have never used one of these vehicles or have not done it for a long time, practice in closed and safe places to acquire a greater dexterity.
- Vehicles must be approved and have the CE seal to ensure greater safety.
- This type of vehicle does not need a driving or driving license and does not need compulsory insurance. However, the owner always has the possibility of taking out insurance if he wishes.
Taking into account these tips, you can drive safely with your bike or your electric scooter, removing the problem of parking, traffic jam and stops at gas stations.