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Do scooter fans also have to drive with lights on during the day? Can children be transported on the scooter? Despite the clearly defined rules in road traffic, some myths about scooter riding persist. Robert Schön, Manager Germany and Austria at Peugeot Motocycles: “Misinformation spreads quickly through hearsay, so we would like to clear up five well-known scooter myths. To literally bring more light into the darkness.”
Myth 1: You don't need a light when riding a scooter during the day.
That's not true. Irrespective of their displacement, all scooters must also be ridden with the daytime running lights switched on during the day. In weather conditions that limit visibility, the low beam is necessary, daytime running lights are then no longer sufficient.
Myth 2: The scooter is driven in the middle of the lane.
That's not true. Using the middle of the lane is not compulsory. However, it is advisable to do this for security reasons. Because a scooter that is centered on the road deprives cars of the opportunity to see the scooter as a traffic obstacle and to overtake too closely.
Myth 3: Children can be transported on scooters.
Is correct. It is allowed to take children of all ages, provided that it is a two-seater scooter and the child wears a helmet. It is also important that the child is able to hold on to the person riding and to put their feet securely on the footrests. Children under the age of seven also require a special seat for the vehicle.
Myth 4: Luggage can be carried on the shoulder or between the legs transported .
That's not true. The road traffic regulations state that items of luggage must be secured “in such a way that they cannot slip, fall over, roll back and forth, fall or generate avoidable noise”1, even in the event of emergency braking or sudden evasive maneuvers. Even if you brake hard, there is a great risk that unsecured luggage will fall and cause damage. Therefore, the classic backpack that you carry on your back while driving is recommended for short distances. If you need additional storage space, you can safely stow small additional luggage in the so-called top cases and saddlebags, which are also attached to the scooter.
Myth 5: The scooter can be parked on the sidewalk.
That's not true. According to the law, it is not allowed to park the scooter on the sidewalk park, because the road traffic regulations do not differentiate between the different motor vehicles. This means: All motor vehicles must be parked at the side of the road, regardless of whether they are cars or scooters. scooter riders must, like car drivers, also take a parking ticket. The ticket is attached to the vehicle and the control slip is taken from the parking machine so that it can be presented to the public order office if the ticket is lost. The regulatory office usually tolerates scooters that have been parked on the sidewalk. Provided the sidewalk is wide enough and nobody gets in the way. Photo credit: Peugeot Motorcycles
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