Scooter owners are often less equipped than motorcyclists, yet good equipment can reduce the risk in case of fall, like a safety vest be more visible without diminishing the pleasure and comfort of your travels. Here are some tips to equip you.
The rules to follow
The items of equipment must be CE, protecting the look will be favored with particularly bright or light colors and reflective materials. The equipment must be fitted and worn consistently.
Helmet
It is advisable to choose a helmet that has the advantage of protecting the face. It is important to try. Make sure it allows you to wear your goggles and provides good peripheral vision. To be effective, the helmet must be attached. If a fall or shock, and every 5 years at a minimum, it must be replaced.
Clothes
A thick jacket protects the elements as well as fractures, bruises and abrasions. It should be large enough to be comfortable even with several layers of clothing but tight enough to protect against impacts. The sleeves should be tightened not to go. It can be equipped with a reflective vest airbag that is triggered when the driver comes off the scooter.
The pants must be comfortable while being tight with protection at the hips and knees and possibly shins.
Gloves should cover the hands and wrists. They must be reinforced joints while allowing complete freedom of movement. Gloves should not slide.
Waterproof and flexible boots protect the foot, ankle and lower calf. They are equipped with non-slip soles and reinforced by a shell and at the ankle.
To not forget
Wear your equipment for all trips regardless of the season, weather or destination. You must be in possession of a high visibility vest to use in case of emergency stop.