Equipment
Even top scooter and skate riders wear protective equipment.

I know what you are thinking though. 'Am I still gonna look cool on my scooter if I am wearing crash protection gear?'

The simple answer YES! All the manufacturers want there wearers to look good to sell more stuff.

This equipment is color coordinated and trendy lookin.

Helmet
Stuff you head in a good helmet. Use anything that looks good and meets your country's standards.

Wrist guards
When you fall the bit that sticks out is your hands. A wrist guard will make it less likely to sprain or snap a wrist.

Knee & elbow
If you are intending to try advanced moves, consider these to give you confidence and reduce the amount of blood spilt on the concrete.

Smashing up a knee or elbow is a really bad idea!

Six safety steps
1) Check your scooter before you ride it.

Make sure the locking pins are in place for the handlebars. Check the folding mechanism is locked up. Check the wheels and steering spin freely without rattling.  

2) Watch for cars always check before leaping onto the road. Cars are hard to dent with your head!

3) Don't ride your scooter in any dumb places like busy shopping areas. Dropping in from stairs onto a pram is not pleasant.

4) Ride with care in the wet, your brakes will not work and the wheels will skid easily.

5) Don't ride at night without reflective clothing, scooters are harder to see than a bike.

6) Know your limits. Don't try advanced moves until you have the basics under control.