How to Ride a Two Wheeled Scooter

Riding a two wheeled scooter can be hard to do since the scooter has two wheels only, and it is difficult to balance on it. Before riding a two wheeled scooter, you must learn to balance yourself so you will be able to ride one. Otherwise, you may fall off the scooter and injure yourself.

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Learn how to balance yourself. Since the wheels on a two wheeled scooter are in front of each other, it doesn't balance correctly. Once you get the hang of balancing, you will be ready to ride the scooter.^{[1]XResearch source}
This can improve your balance for when you ride a two wheeled scooter. Use scooters such as ones with three wheels. If you know how to ride a bike with two wheels, you may be able to practice on that.
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Some two wheeled scooters are folded when you take them out of the box. Unlock any lock that is in the scooter.
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At the same time, place one of your legs on the bottom of the scooter. Keep your other leg down, and ready to push.
Start off slow and later, go a little bit faster. This will prevent yourself from falling off the two wheeled scooter.
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Keep your balance. Make sure you don't go too fast, or you may fall. Even though you have your gear on, you may still get hurt. Try forcing yourself not to fall, or when you are about to fall, change to a normal position for riding a two wheeled scooter and go slow.^{[3]XResearch source}
- Use this method if possible. If the scooter is tilting to the left, tilt yourself to the right. If the scooter is tilting to the right, tilt yourself to the left. Make sure you don't tilt yourself too hard, as this may result in you falling.

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- Make sure you have enough range before you go. Electric scooters usually have 5 - 10 miles of range.
It should be black and on the right side.
Don't go fast on curves, bumpy and downhill surfaces.
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Slow down by:
- Coasting and then putting your foot down. (Recommended for stopping)
- Pressing the brake button. It should be red and on the left side. (Recommended for emergency stopping)
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If you're about to crash into an obstacle or lose your balance, press the brakes and stop immediately.[Image:Ride a Two Wheeled Scooter Step 15.jpg|center]]
- If you can't stop before crashing, jump off. You will probably trip and fall but it will be better than crashing because the scooter could launch you.

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How do I position myself?
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Just keep practicing balancing on the scooter over and over until you can balance and position yourself correctly.
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Does it matter what foot I use when riding a two wheeled scooter?
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No, it doesn't matter. It only depends on your preference. I personally use my left foot to push, but I have friends who use their right foot. Just ride your scooter both ways for a little bit and see what you prefer.
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What is the difference from a electric and a traditional scooter?
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An electric has a motor, so you don't have to keep pushing with your foot. It's also easier to balance on it because it goes faster and more smoothly.
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Find your own way of keeping your balance. Usually practicing can be a good method of keeping your balance, but other ways can be found too.
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