![]() ![]() Also, buying a scooter is easier if you can order it from a reputable reseller-or the company itself-without having to jump through hoops or import it. Although lesser-known companies may make good products, we don’t think it’s worth risking your safety on what might be a fly-by-night operation. ![]() An established brand: We felt comfortable riding on-and recommending-only scooters from brands with an established reputation. ![]() (These are the certifications that all electric scooters and electric bicycles sold in New York City must carry as of September 2023.) We didn’t consider any scooters that hadn’t been independently tested and certified, except for one that a company initially-and, as it turns out, mistakenly-told us had been. UL certification: Electric scooters fall under the UL 22 certifications, which ensure the safety of the electrical drive-train system, battery, and charger.Also, never, ever purchase a replacement or spare battery from anyone but the scooter’s original manufacturer, nor use a charger not intended for your battery. Even so, you should never leave any scooter battery on its charger unattended-especially overnight, when people are sleeping nearby. We recommend only batteries and motors that are UL-certified to the standards required by New York City. In 2023, reports of fatal fires caused by cheap or reconditioned lithium-ion batteries-the kind of batteries used in electric scooters and ebikes-have filled the news. Safety isn’t just a matter of how you ride a scooter-it’s also how you treat the scooter’s battery. Three models from Segway Ninebot have earned our recommendation, with the Segway Ninebot KickScooter Max G30LP being the best option for most people. An electric scooter can be a fast and fun mode of transportation-as long as your route isn’t too hilly, you’re comfortable riding in traffic, and you’re riding safely and considerately. ![]()
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