How to Assemble a Scooter
If you have used a scooter before then, you know how comfortable a scooter can be when you get the right model. It will add up for a great experience and ensure that you can move around easily.
Among some of the benefits of a scooter are fast movement, easy commuting, affordable transportation, and comfort. Even so, few scooters will come ready assembled.
On serval occasions, when you buy a scooter, a scooter is packed and sent to you when disassembled and in a box. It is upon you to get it out and assemble your ride.
Unfortunately, many people don’t know how to assemble a scooter. That’s why I thought it wise to share with you the best way to assemble a scooter.
In this simple guide for new riders, I will take you right through the scooter assemble process from the moment you receive your scooter to the moment you jump on it for your first ride. Take a look at this comprehensive scooter to assemble a guide for the new riders.
Step I: Getting Your Tools Together
The scooter assembly process shouldn’t be a complicated process at all. On a good day, the process should take you approximately ten minutes from the moment you start to the moment that you finish. Even so, to see the process through, you will need the right tools.
These tools should be assembled together before you start the process of assembling your scooter. They include the following:
- Five-millimeter Allen wrench (found in the package)
- Bike pump (you can use an electric pump if you don’t have a manual one)
- Soft microfiber rag or cloth
Now that you have your tools in place, you should understand that one key thing. Assembling a scooter can be completed in two easy steps. The first step is attaching the handlebars while the nest one is inflating the tires.
Step II: Attaching the Handlebars
A good scooter will be semi-assembled (partly assembled). This should give you an easy time. So, as it stands, open the scooter packaging box and pull out the instruction manual, charger, and the supplied Allen wrench.
Put them aside. Next, pull out your scooter along with the handlebars. They will come out together since they’re connected through the use of wires.
Now we’re going to need a little bit of room that you can use to work. Create some space and spread out your scooter and its handlebars on the free space.
With the space created, it is time to install our handlebars. Now take your five-millimeter Allen wrench. Use it to loosen up the two bolts set at the bottom of the handlebars.
Follow that by sliding the handlebar is on. And make sure that you align the handlebars with the wheel. Once they’re aligned, you can then take the same five-millimeter Allen wrench and use it to tighten the two bolts at the bottom of the handlebar.
Close it up until the handlebar is stable enough. You will need to have a tight hold on your bolt to ensure that the handlebar is safe for use.
With the handlebars now completely attached, this will conclude the first step in assembling your scooter. The next step will be to get your tires up.
Step III: Inflating the Scooter Tires
To set up your tires, first, remove the dust cap from the valve stem of the tires. Next, grab your tire pump and attach the end of the pump to the valve stem.
Once the valve is properly attached, you should start to inflate. Keep going until you reach 36 psi before you can remove the pump from the valve stem.
Are you don’t have an electric pump, you can keep on trying the tires by feeling them with your fingers to determine if they are adequately inflated.
If you are satisfied with the level of pressure in your scooter tires, you will reinstall the dust cap and plug off the pump’s power cord from the electric socket.
At this point, your scooter should be 100 fully assembled. However, it won’t be ready for use just yet. Before you can ride your scooter, you’ll have to charge it.
Charging Your Scooter
For your scooter battery to retain charge better and to have very limited wear and tear, the initial charge should be as per the manufacturer’s instructions.
For most ideal scooters, an initial charge time of 12 hours is often recommended. You can then remove the scooter and hit the road.
Riding Your Scooter
Any electric scooter will feature a kick to start function. What this means is this, you’ll have to go for at least 3 miles an hour for the motor to engage properly.
Next, twist the throttle and go. You will have a great battery performance, having charged the battery for up to 12 hours.
If you follow this lead, you should have a quick scooter assembly. You will also have an efficient user experience any day that you choose to ride your scooter.
For better performance, you should get a scooter that has a brushless motor. This type of motor won’t overheat at all. As such, you will get a fun-filled ride.
Conclusion
It is one thing to buy a great scooter and another to be able to assemble it for your comfortable ride. Luckily for you, I have provided you with a complete guide on how to assemble a scooter for your ride.
The process that I have included here is rather simple and very easy to follow. It is ideal for both new riders and pro riders who want to get some quick tweak ups when assembling their new scooters.
Do not hold back when assembling your scooter. Rather, you should follow the user manual to find out what the manufacturer says. With a comprehensive manual and this assembling guide, your work will be very easy.