Scooters for teens: what are and how to choose them?

The first means of transport for independent movement of the child is a scooter. This unit is very useful for the physical and psycho-emotional development of children, as it forces them to learn to simultaneously control the steering wheel, push off, and follow the road. Scooter for a teenager seems to many an unnecessary thing, because at this age, children are already mastering bicycles.

However, modern devices are so functional, convenient that they are suitable even for adults. In addition, adolescents often master stunt patterns that are not available to babies. The choice of a vehicle at this age is more complicated, since it is not easy to please a modern teenager, you need to consider a lot of nuances.

Many begin to choose a scooter for a teenager in the fall, because it is the most popular vehicle to get to an educational institution. At this age, they already get to school unaccompanied, so the device should be as comfortable, light and easy to operate as possible. Features of teenage scooters:

• universality;
• they are convenient to store, since most of them add up;
• models are usually designed for serious weight, therefore durable;
• the maximum weight that a teenage scooter can withstand can reach 100 kg;
• the weight of the scooter is quite small, from 4 to 4.5 kg, which simplifies the transfer of funds;
• the height of the steering wheel is adjustable, so you can adjust it to the grown teenager.

Teenage models are classified into several types:

• off-road that is, intended not for an urban, but rather a suburban environment - they are with large wheels, the maneuverability of such models is small;
• sports or stunt - designed for recreation of the active type, the diameter of the wheels does not exceed 20 cm, the details of the movable type are minimized;
• urban - designed for driving on asphalt tracks, quite maneuverable, high-speed, their size is small.

What is the difference between a stunt scooter and a standard one:

• the sports deck is always made of durable metal, the usual deck of cheaper alloys;
• the steering wheel is not adjustable for stunt models;
• wheel diameter is less;
• bearings are very high quality, upscale, in standard models - as cheap as possible;
• only ordinary devices add up;
• non-standard steering wheel that allows you to perform tricks.

They are more reliable, but less comfortable, not equipped with additional functionality. Standard models are cheaper, suitable for any age. As for tricks, the minimum age of use is 10 years.

Electric scooters are classified according to the following characteristics:

• by the number of wheels - two-, three-, four-wheel;
• by the size of the wheels - large and small;
• as a motor - with a chain gear and a motor in the wheel;
• by type of battery - lead and Li-lon, the second are more expensive and better;
• by motor power - from 100 to 1600 watts.

Although modern scooters for teenagers are included in the children's segment, they are designed for children under 14 years old. The coolest electric scooters are designed for use in parks, suburbs, cities. All of them have a set of functions necessary for a comfortable ride for children from 9 to 12 and from 12 to 14 years old and are able to easily overcome short distances - up to 10 km. Especially popular French, Korean, German, American scooters.

Among French brands, models are especially in demand Oxelo Mid 7 and Oxelo Mid 9

Both of these brands have similar characteristics:

• two-wheeled;
• large wheels, high-quality bearings;
• rear brake;
• aluminum case with thermoplastic rubber;
• the height of the child varies from 145 to 185 cm.

The ninth model also has a steering brake, a front shock absorber, which make driving and driving more comfortable and safe. Both models are reliable, durable and have good customer reviews.

Globber ONE NL 125:

• speed type model;
• Designed for adolescents 9 years of age and older;
• stylish concise design, suitable for any gender;
• a light weight;
• aluminum alloy frame;
• maintains dimensions up to 100 kg;
• high quality bearings;
• steering wheel adjustable from 120 to 190 cm;
• folding model, which is convenient to transport, store;
• the braking system is duplicated on the steering wheel and rear wheel;
• average depreciation.

Among Chinese scooters, there are also worthy specimens.

Razor Powerwing:

• drifter model;
• requires driving experience;
• bright ergonomic design;
• metal platforms for legs;
• suitable for children from 9 years old;
• maximum steering wheel adjustment height - 180 cm;
• develops;
• weight 4.7 kg;
• stylish colors allow you to choose a scooter for boys and girls;
• build quality at height;
• bearings are powerful, reliable;
• polyurethane wheels provide cushioning.

Razor E300:

• minimum age of operation - 13 years;
• compact size;
• You can ride for about an hour without recharging;
• minimum height of the user is 140 cm;
• average depreciation, since the wheels are pneumatic;
• maneuverable, high-speed, easy to drive;
• travels well in uneven places;
• reliable, durable;
• quite a lot of weight.

Euro Scooter:

• weight 12 kg;
• compact size;
• Folds up, convenient to store;
• Before charging, you can go about 30 km;
• the front wheel is shock-absorbed, provides a comfortable ride;
• steering wheel is adjustable;
• you can buy a seat;
• there is a display on which the mode, charge, mileage is indicated;
• high-speed, therefore not suitable for primary school children.

Xiaomi Mijia Electric Scooter:

• made of high quality aluminum;
• weight 12 kg;
• the battery is recharged during riding thanks to the energy regeneration system;
• inflatable wheels provide good cushioning.

Hiper Nx80:

• high-speed model, designed for teens from 14 years old;
• maximum speed - 38 km per hour;
• rear wheel brake, mechanical type;
• weight 14.5 kg;
• quite expensive.

Before choosing a scooter for a teenage child, you need to think about what characteristics are important to you, decide on a budget and consult with a teenager himself.

Simple scooters are recommended for the age category of 9 years. Electric scooters, stunt models are designed for children from 12 to 14 years old and older.

The latter prefer a bright, catchy design, boys are more inclined to concise brutal models. Although the tastes of the child are individual, and the choice of apparatus according to external characteristics should be entrusted to him himself.

When choosing, in addition to design, be sure to evaluate the following parameters:

• steering wheel adjustment will make it possible to customize the device for a fairly actively growing teenager;
• when calculating the maximum size, consider that it should exceed the weight of the child by one and a half times;
• the optimal diameter of the wheels varies from 10 to 20 cm;
• the material is also important, a strong frame is always more expensive, but more durable, the operation will be longer;
• the weight should be comfortable for the child, since adolescents are already moving independently, they sometimes have to wear a scooter;
• models with dual brakes are safer;
• the cost depends on the capabilities, but high-quality models cannot be quite cheap.

Remember that if you buy a high-speed or sporty scooter, immediately get protection. Do not rely on the fact that the child is very dexterous. In addition, the risk of injury increases in dirty, damp weather and during rain.

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