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17. SAFE DRIVING TIPS FOR SCOOTER USERS
SAFE DRIVING TIPS FOR SCOOTER USERSSAFE DRIVING TIPS FOR SCOOTER USERS
SAFE DRIVING TIPS FOR SCOOTER USERS
Scooters fall into two categories, Class 2 which is essentially a 4mph pavement vehicle and can only legally be used
on the road when either crossing over or because there are no footpaths. A Class 3 vehicle is capable of 4 & 8 mph
and provided it is fitted with front and rear lights, flashing indicators, horn and rear view mirror it is legal for use on the
road. It can also be used on the footpaths but must not exceed 4 mph. Class 2 & 3 vehicles must not be driven on
Dual Carriageways, Motorways, Bus Lanes or Cycle Tracks.
INSURANCE
INSURANCEINSURANCE
INSURANCE - There is no legal requirement for insurance but it is a very good idea to have cover for fire and theft,
accidental and malicious damage, and also third party damages. Just phone Karen at TGA (01787 882244) and she
will talk you through it.
BREAKDOWN & GET YOU HOME SERVICE
BREAKDOWN & GET YOU HOME SERVICEBREAKDOWN & GET YOU HOME SERVICE
BREAKDOWN & GET YOU HOME SERVICE - Again a very good idea and can take a load of worry off your mind.
Just talk to Karen.
MOBILE PHONE
MOBILE PHONEMOBILE PHONE
MOBILE PHONE - An essential item if you are out there alone. You never know, breakdown, accident, health -
communication is a must.
CARRYING LOADS
CARRYING LOADS CARRYING LOADS
CARRYING LOADS
Do not overload. It may make the vehicle unstable and reduce its range. Place heavy loads inboard – in the middle –
not behind the back wheel which can lighten the steering or can cause the front end to lift off the road on a bump, and
not at the front which might make steering heavy.
WATCH YOUR BRAKES
WATCH YOUR BRAKESWATCH YOUR BRAKES
WATCH YOUR BRAKES
Never try to drive, or even sit on your vehicle while it is in “free wheel”. The electronic brake will be out of action and
the vehicle could run away with you.
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Do carry out the checks listed in this manual regularly and also have the machine serviced at least once a year.
TYRES
TYRESTYRES
TYRES
Keep tyres at the pressure recommended by the manufacturer. They will last longer and be safer. Replace when they
become worn.
LIGHTS
LIGHTSLIGHTS
LIGHTS
Check bulbs regularly and replace when needed, use your lights frequently, at dusk onwards, on a dull or rainy day.
However, remember the use of lights may reduce the range of your scooter.
SENSIBLE GUIDELINES FOR SAFETY
SENSIBLE GUIDELINES FOR SAFETYSENSIBLE GUIDELINES FOR SAFETY
SENSIBLE GUIDELINES FOR SAFETY
When using the footpath
When using the footpathWhen using the footpath
When using the footpath – Just because you are on the footpath or pedestrian precinct does not make you a
pedestrian. If you are on a motorized vehicle you are no longer a pedestrian.
Remember pedestrians always have right of way!
Remember pedestrians always have right of way!Remember pedestrians always have right of way!
Remember pedestrians always have right of way!
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Many people on foot will be kind and helpful to the drivers of a
wheelchair or scooter, but not everyone!
In a crowded precinct
In a crowded precinctIn a crowded precinct
In a crowded precinct,
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, market are
market aremarket are
market area, or footpath
a, or footpatha, or footpath
a, or footpath - It is your responsibility to ensure you do not run into anyone or do
any harm with your vehicle. While many people will make way for you, you cannot expect everyone
everyoneeveryone
everyone to do so. Some
will appear to not even realize you are there. They will climb round and even over your vehicle rather than allow you
room to move. Also be very aware of people’s feet.
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