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Auto Trader Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in relation to consumer credit and insurance mediation activities. While it doesn’t fold, per se, we did find it easy to carry in ride-on mode, after our tester lost interest. The early style (’83 – ’84) is shown in the first two photos on this page, while the updated style is shown above left. Powered by a 155cc, four-valve, single cylinder engine, the Yamaha Aerox 155 features a VVA (Variable Valve Actuation). The only quibbles we have are with the slightly tight folding mechanism for unfolding the scooter, and the height limitations.
If there’s one thing parents love, it’s multifunctional products, as they take up less precious space in the home. While there’s a generously sized footbrake, it would be nice to see a handlebar brake too, just for extra control as you can pick up speed. These scooters are very reliable so all you may need to do is get some fresh gas and oil in it, change the plug, maybe clean the carb and get a new battery and you’ll be set for years of fairly reliable scootering.
The trick, as our 13-year-old demonstrated, is to swing your waist and hips left and right, in turn. This is a larger wheeled scooter, but at almost 2kg lighter than the Zinc 230 and Evo street rider it makes a good introduction to bigger scooters. This didn’t faze our teenager, and most young children are used to scooters with just the back brake. Usually, little ones from the age of two can use basic kick scooters – just ensure you know the handle measurements, but most of these have at least two height adjustments.
There’s no denying its robustness, but it’s almost double the weight of the Micro sprite scooter, which isn’t ideal if you’re left carrying it, although it does come with a strap. As soon as our four-year-old tester clocked the bubble machine, shoes were on, helmet located, and we were on our way. There are two brakes – a textured one at the rear and one on the handlebar, to give speed control – and there’s also a nifty kickstand. Those not DIY inclined will be pleased to hear this is a tool-less design, despite its multifunctional nature, as there are three modes to choose from: ride-on, walking bike and scooter.
While our seven-year-old prefers a wider footplate as she builds her scooting confidence, there were no complaints from our teenage tester. Alternatively, if you’re looking to purchase your child’s first scooter, our range of scooters for kids will help you find the perfect scooter for them - no matter what their personality. Today, the company that invented the original folding two-wheeler scooter is still among the top kids’ scooter brands in the UK. With a large age span, suitable for children five to 12 years old, we actually had our four-year-old test this out and it fitted her well. Honda changed the style by removing the front rack, integrating the rear lights into the scooters’ body and by making the styling more ‘flowy’.
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