Scooters

Types of scooters

• Classic scooters are especially designed for children - the ideal means of transport for shorter distances. It is particularly well suited to the city.
• Scooters are compact thanks to the smaller diameter wheels which make it more maneuverable, but slower. Ideal for frequent travel by public transport, can also the transported easily in the car boot.
• Freestyle scooters are suitable for a variety of tricks. Capable of withstanding harsh treatment and are constructed of higher quality parts. Also suitable for traveling shorter distances.

There are two types of scooters with inflatable wheels :

• One larger tyre and a second smaller - this scooter is faster, suitable for long journeys by plane.
• Both tyres are of the same size - scooter is more agile, the ride is fun when the same effort is exerted, but it is slower.

Frame material

Steel

• The steel frame is rigid, durable and inexpensive.
• The disadvantage is the higher weight.

Dural

• Properties of this steel give it a lower weight, but is more expensive.

Carbon

• It combines high strength and low weight.
• In view of its high price is mainly used for racing scooters.

Wheels

Diameter

• Bigger wheels are faster due to less rolling resistance. Better at manovering on uneven terrain.
• Smaller wheels are more stable yet slower.

Hardness

• Harder wheels are faster but less comfortable because they do not absorb as much vibration.
• The lower the number, the softer the wheel.

Types of bearings

• The quality of the bearings are indicated in the ABEC scale 1-9, where the numeral 9 represents the best quality bearing.
• The better the bearing, the better the wheel.
• We recommend that you select a bearing marked at least ABEC 5

Brakes

Pedal

• They are fitted especially for urban scooters.
• The advantage is low cost and easy maintenance.

Jaw

• Also known as the rim.
• Provide a higher reliability, keep the driver's weight higher and the majority of the scooters are designed for leisure rides.

Circular/Disc brakes

• The best on the market, but also the most expensive.
• They are designed for demanding riders who ride regularly.
• Require higher maintenance (e.g. replacement of platelets).

The height and load capacity

Frame height

• The lower frames drive more comfortably and natural, in addition to better reflect them.
• The downside is that you can easily capture a variety of inequalities such as the handlebar height.

Handlebar height

• The recommended height for adult riders is about 90-130 cm, for children from 50 cm.
• If the handlebars are too low, you can hurt your back. If they are too high, they will hurt your hands and the Scooter will be harder to control.

Capacity

• Often this is an underrated and confused parameter. This is not based solely on a rider's weight, but the so-called. Maximum load. For example, during a jump the subsequent impact of the mass on the scooter multiplies.
• In urban types if the rider's weight equals 75 kg the recommended load capacity for the scooter is around 100 kg.
• An important parameter especially for freeride - the larger the maximum weight, the better.