Some states require a motorcycle license to operate a scooter. Licensing requirements vary from state to state. Please contact the Department of Motor Vehicles www.dmv.org to determine the rules of operating a scooter in your state.
We at Schwinn Motor Scooters believe that the freedom and excitement of operating a motor scooter should be paired with the proper safety precautions.
Operating a scooter has become more popular in recent years. Scooters are fun, inexpensive, and get excellent gas mileage. Because there are more scooters on the road, it's more important than ever to be cautious and share the road.
As such, we recommend that every scooter rider - operator or passenger - wear a helmet approved by the Department of Transportation for motor vehicle use. We also recommend wearing protective eyewear, closed-toe shoes, and long pants and sleeves.
Maintain a safe distance between yourself and other vehicles, and stay in the center of your lane to see and be seen.
Wearing brightly colored protective gear is a good idea - and it's fashionable!
Use turn signals for every turn or lane change and flash your brake light two or three times before slowing down or stopping. Remember: even in daylight, motorcycles are smaller and more difficult to see.
Look four to twelve seconds ahead to allow for reaction time. Be ready for things like tire treads, mufflers, and animals, which can suddenly appear in your path.
You lose about 50% traction on wet roads. If you must travel in these conditions, slow down and increase your following distance.
When traveling with other cyclists, it is best to ride in a staggered formation, using both sides of the lane.
