When you need to choose an adult scooter with a shock absorber that can withstand 120 kg, or a model that can withstand more impressive loads, many consumers experience some difficulties. The most urgent question is how to choose the ideal design, the technical characteristics of which fully satisfy the requirements of the user and meet the conditions for future operation?
Distinctive features
You need to understand that a scooter with a shock absorber for adults is significantly different from lightweight and frankly fragile children's models. Such vehicles are distinguished by the presence of a strong frame, large wheels. In addition, an adult scooter with a shock absorber of 120 kg is able to withstand, which means that it is not afraid of the weight of almost any user, because obese people rarely use such a transport.
Models for the older generation are clearly divided into separate categories according to the style of riding: extreme, urban, off-road, sports. Such a two-wheeled transport has a reinforced deck, a more advanced frame made of reliable material. The structural units are reinforced with additional welds.
Types
Traditionally, the following scooter models for adults are distinguished:
- City - is intended for movement in the city. Models of this group have the smallest weight, folding design.
- Off-road - can be used for cross-country driving. Most often it is a scooter with large wheels with a shock absorber. Equally effective when driving on asphalt, soil, sand, gravel.
- Sports - an original solution for fans of extreme entertainment, fans of aggressive driving on two-wheeled vehicles. Scooters of this class have a reinforced frame and small diameter wheels that allow you to perform complex tricks.
- Electric scooter - has a sufficiently powerful electric motor that can disperse a vehicle to 30 km / h or more. The disadvantage is the insignificant battery life. Therefore, sometimes you have to move in the traditional way for scooters.
Materials of manufacture
Adult scooter with shock absorber can be made of aluminum or steel. Exclusive models are often made using fiberglass and magnesium alloy. There are also cheap plastic designs. However, for obvious reasons, the latter option does not deserve special attention.
Choosing an aluminum scooter with a shock absorber, you can get a light, easy to transport and maneuverable vehicle. Steel is an order of magnitude more reliable, but also noticeably heavier.
As for the wheels, most often they are made of polyurethane, rubber, PVC or plastic. Traditional rubber is a soft and silent material. However, such wheels wear out quickly. Therefore, it is better to give preference to more durable and durable polyurethane, which is widely used in the manufacture of wheels for rollers, skateboards. Polyvinyl chloride products are noisy and tough. But at the same time, frankly cheap.
Wheel size
A scooter with large wheels with a shock absorber can become the best choice. On a city-type model, wheels are usually installed, the diameter of which is from 120 to 130 mm, which is quite enough for quick acceleration.
Sports scooters are equipped with rollers, the maximum minimum of which is 100 mm. On the model, which should be characterized by extreme stability and excellent cushioning when driving on impassable roads, wheels with a diameter of about half a meter are placed. Most often, the thickness of the tire is proportional to the diameter.
Steering wheel height
When choosing a scooter with two shock absorbers, attention should be paid to such an important parameter as the height of the steering wheel. It is desirable that the height of the steering rack is maximum, which will increase the convenience of managing two-wheeled vehicles for an adult user. For example, for a rider taller than 170 cm, a rudder height of about 100 cm is sufficient.
It is better if a scooter with a shock absorber will have the ability to adjust the position of the rack. In this case, two-wheeled transport will be easier to fold, which will affect the convenience of transportation and storage.
Platform
It is selected depending on the size of the rider's shoes. It is recommended to purchase a scooter with 2 shock absorbers such that the foot is completely placed on the platform with some margin. Only in this case, you can comfortably enjoy the operation of a two-wheeled vehicle. Buying a scooter with a wide platform allows you to place both legs on a plane while riding.
Shock absorber
Some adult scooter models do not include shock absorbing systems. Usually, off-road models, as well as products intended for movement in urban conditions, are equipped with shock absorbers. The presence of this feature allows you to move through numerous borders and obstacles.
Sports scooters for extreme riding are distinguished by the most rigid design, since only in this way can two-wheeled vehicles be confidently controlled during complex tricks.
The brakes
As a stopper, a special wing mounted on the rear wheel is traditionally used. To block the movement of the scooter, it is enough to step with a free foot on this structural element.
Some modern models include manual brake systems. Most riders who are well acquainted with the peculiarities of traveling on a scooter consider such an addition to be completely meaningless. However , it is up to each individual user to decide how convenient the hand brake is.
Eventually
As a rule, adults prefer scooters with large wheels. Such models are characterized by increased cross-country ability, smooth roll-up and decent speed. For children, such designs are not too convenient due to their cumbersomeness and control complexity. Therefore, it is worth noting that almost all scooters that have large diameter wheels are suitable for adults. The main thing is that the permissible load, the parameters of the platform and steering column correspond to the dimensions of the rider.