Electric scooters are catching up when it comes to eco-friendly and low-cost transportation. They aren't as expensive as actual motorcycles and cars, and they are more convenient for short distances. The scooter itself is not enough, so here are the accessories you must add.
1. Smart Scooter Helmet
No slow or safe you drive, it's still better to wear a helmet to protect yourself from accidents. Since you're already shopping for head protection, you might as well get a smart one. The Unit 1 Faro Smart helmet has several features that standard helmets don't have.
For example, it has automatic brake lights along with turn signals. This can be helpful when the e-scooter you have doesn't come with these features. It's also capable of weather monitoring and comes with crash detection, all of which can be viewed or adjusted through the app.
2. Handlebar Bag
If bicycles can have baskets, then e-scooters can have bags. This is a more secure storage space when you travel without a bag. With the noise from your surroundings, you won't actually hear when something like your phone jumps out of your pocket and falls on the ground.
The bag is waterproof so you won't have to worry about your electronics. It comes with four straps, two on top and two at the back, so you can install it securely. The bag is about 11.5 inches by 6 inches, so you can fit your phone, keys, and some cash in there.
3. Phone Mount
In case you need your phone for navigation and can't just store it in a bag, you can purchase a phone holder that you can mount on the handlebar. It can hold most phones about the size of the iPhone Pro Max models or the Samsung S Series phones.
While it is mostly used on bikes, the clip is also compatible with e-scooters since they're about the same size. There is a red switch you can toggle to lock your phone in place, and you can view your phone vertically or horizontally.
4. Steel Cable Lock
One of the advantages of an e-scooter is that it's light enough for you to carry it around. However, it also serves as a disadvantage since it makes it easier to steal it. No worries, a lock will easily prevent that, especially one made of steel.
In order to unlock it, you'll need a four-digit password. It has frost protection and is sunproof and waterproof so you won't have to worry about it rusting. The cables are thick enough that you'll need industrial-grade tools to cut them off.
5. Scooter Shoulder Strap
Although you can basically just hold the scooter at your side, it would still be easier if you could hang it on your shoulders like a bag. This can be useful if you're already carrying too much. Just know that the strap can only handle e-scooters up to 55kg in weight.
All you have to do is buckle both ends and you're all good. It's completely adjustable so it would fit all scooters, even foldable bikes. There's a shoulder pad so you'll be more comfortable and it's small enough to fit in your bag.
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