Conditions
Walking while pushing
the item
Stationary
Riding under normal
conditions
Appropriate/intended use
Not accelerating
Pushing while walking across pedestrian
crossings
In pedestrian areas when not in pedestrian
mode (6 km/h)
In overcrowded areas
The person riding the item must be able to
easily place both feet on the ground while
holding the handlebars at the correct height
No objects hanging from handlebars
Riding with both hands on handlebars.
Not using devices such as phones,
smartwatches, music players, or headphones
Riding with both feet on the footrest
comfortably and safely
Riding with helmet and protective
equipment
Riding on easily accessible, smooth and
compact roads, avoiding areas with intense
traffic or overcrowded areas: e.g. dedicated
cycle path, smooth paved surfaces
Complying with local regulations and the
highway code
Looking ahead and watching out for
obstacles, vehicles or nearby pedestrians
Changing direction, making sure to be seen,
moderating speed
Anticipating the route and moderating speed
while observing the highway code and those
that are the most vulnerable
Using direction indicators, if included on
the item
Slowing down when pedestrians are present
Using pedestrian mode in pedestrian areas
(6 km/h)
Warning others of your presence by using
the bell
Improper use
Depressing the throttle
Riding the vehicle on pedestrian
crossings
Riding the vehicle in pedestrian areas
when not in pedestrian mode (6 km/h)
Riding the vehicle in overcrowded
areas
Not being able to keep the item
stationary and balanced.
Sitting on the item while it is running
or stationary
Objects hanging from handlebars
result in instability and may impede
manoeuvring
One-handed or hand-free riding
Using devices such as phones,
smartwatches, music players, or
headphones
Riding with one or both feet outside
the footrest
It is prohibited to place or amass
weight on the rear mudguard.
Riding without helmet and protective
equipment
Riding on motorways, long-distance
roads
Riding on busy roads
Riding on pavements
Riding in overcrowded areas
Riding on very rough roads
Riding near: ravines, escarpments,
harbours, sea, lakes or rivers
Failure to comply with regulations and
the highway code
Becoming distracted while riding
Changing direction abruptly at high
speed without making sure that you
have been seen
Braking and cornering at the same
time makes the vehicle unstable
Not using direction indicators
Accelerating or maintaining a constant
speed when pedestrians are present
Riding without using pedestrian mode
in pedestrian areas (6 km/h)
Not warning others of your presence
by using the bell