A better means of walking, Just Hover It
A self-balancing scooter or self-balancing two-wheeled board, commonly refered to as a 'hoverboard', is a type of portable, rechargeable battery powered scooter. They typically consist of two wheels arranged side by side, with two small platforms between the wheels, on which the rider stands. The device is controlled by the rider's feet, standing on the built-in gyroscopic, sensored pads.
In 2014, several such devices appeared in China, and by 2015, they became widely popular in the United States and all around the world. As of June 2015, the board is made by several knockoff manufacturers in China. Most of the boards are produced in mass manufacturing factories in Shenzhen, China. Some newer boards have incorporated Bluetooth speakers, allowing the driver to play music.
The devices' increasing popularity in asian countries has been attributed especially in our country Malaysia. It cost about RM 800 to 1800 depending on the brand and extra features and size,
Legal restrictions on the use of self-balancing scooters have been imposed in the United States and some other countries. In California, a law in effect as of 2016 places a speed limit on hoverboards and allows the devices in bike lanes on streets with low speed limits, but requires helmets and prohibits people younger than 16 from riding them in public.
In Mecca, Saudi Arabia, self-balancing scooters were banned after a video of a pilgrim, using it during hajj, was posted on social media and the rider was criticized.In Germany, as in the Netherlands, it is not allowed on public streets. In England and Wales, their use is only legal on private property, with the land owner’s permission. Riding it on public pavements (sidewalks) is banned , while riding it on public roads is banned also with includes some other countries in it.
Additionally, several airlines have prohibited the transportation of the boards, either in stored or carry-on luggage. Several universities have also imposed either outright prohibitions, or various restrictions, regarding the use of the device on their campuses.
Hoverboard 2016
Self Balancing Hoverboard 2016
Hoverboard with handle 2016
Legal restrictions on the use of self-balancing scooters have been imposed in the United States and some other countries. In California, a law in effect as of 2016 places a speed limit on hoverboards and allows the devices in bike lanes on streets with low speed limits, but requires helmets and prohibits people younger than 16 from riding them in public.
In Mecca, Saudi Arabia, self-balancing scooters were banned after a video of a pilgrim, using it during hajj, was posted on social media and the rider was criticized.In Germany, as in the Netherlands, it is not allowed on public streets. In England and Wales, their use is only legal on private property, with the land owner’s permission. Riding it on public pavements (sidewalks) is banned , while riding it on public roads is banned also with includes some other countries in it.
Additionally, several airlines have prohibited the transportation of the boards, either in stored or carry-on luggage. Several universities have also imposed either outright prohibitions, or various restrictions, regarding the use of the device on their campuses.
Me with hoverboard
First Ride
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