What is the best scooter for 5 year olds?

By the age of five most children will be ready to move on from their first scooter to something a little bigger and more capable of dealing with the demands of the child at that age.

There are many options of children's scooters available in the market, which can cause a bit of a headache when researching the purchase to make the most suitable scooter choice, depending on the needs of each child.

What type of scooter is best for a 5 year old?

This depends on your 5-year-old child, but you should know that there are options that suit all children. There are 2 types of scooter skates in the Micro-scooters collection, for these ages, models Maxi Micro Deluxe LED  with 3 wheels & Micro Sprite with 2 wheels.

You can find a wide variety of these types of scooters, along with the new models that came this year, such as:

In this article you will learn all the options so you can choose the best scooter for your 5 year old.

What height scooter for 5 year olds?

A general rule of thumb is that the handlebars of your child's scooter should be just above their navel to allow for the most comfortable scooter position.

The recommended minimum rider height for Maxi three-wheeled scooters and Sprite two-wheeled scooters is 110cm.

Three-wheeled scooters for children 5 years and older

For those less confident in their child's skating abilities, a 3-wheel scooter would be the best choice. If your 5-year-old hasn't yet mastered a pushbike without the special lean-n-steer stabilizers, he may still need three wheels for balance.

3 wheel scooters are 'intuitive' to drive, the child simply leans their body in the direction they want to go and the skate responds. Ideal for children who previously owned a Mini Micro 3 wheeler as they will be used to the style of the scooter and will make a seamless transition to their larger scooter.

Generally, three-wheeled scooters for older children will still have adjustable handlebars so that the scooter can follow the child's growth. Wider boards and bigger brakes are also built for this age range, where bigger feet can cope perfectly.

Some of the disadvantages of 3-wheel skates are that they can be bulky to store and transport. Some models, however, such as the Maxi Micro Deluxe LED Foldable Scooter, incorporate a folding handlebar that allows you to easily fold the scooter so that it can easily fit into most storage spaces such as a cupboard, car trunk or transfer from school.

Two-wheeled scooters for children 5 years and older

In order for your child to ride a two-wheeled scooter, you must be confident in his or her ability to balance. If your child is able to ride a bicycle without stabilizers, he will be able to learn very quickly to ride a two-wheeled skate with ease and master its steering system, which is similar to that of a bicycle, where he should turn the steering wheel to change direction without having to tilt his body.

The appearance of 2-wheel skates is now the same as scooters for adults.

Most two-wheeled scooters are foldable and take up less space than their three-wheeled counterparts.

Two-wheel scooters can have small wheels, for those who want a relaxed, light and more compact scooter, or larger wheels, for smoother and faster riding over longer distances.

How can I keep my 5-year-old child safe while riding the scooter?

The first and foremost rule is to always wear a properly fitted helmet when riding a scooter!

Micro scooter sellers and other scooter sellers offer a range of helmets and other safety equipment designed expressly with your child's safety in mind and complying with all European Union safety standards. Micro also always provides a handy helmet fitting guide.

Opt for smooth roads and yards where possible – most scooters are not designed for off-road use and will suffer wear and tear if regularly used on such terrain.

Unless your scooter is a dedicated trick scooter like Micro's range of Chilli trick skates. Stunt scooters are non-folding and feature a one-piece, non-adjustable handlebar to give them the strength to withstand the added impact of jumps and tricks. Stunt scooters are available for 5-year-olds, for example the Micro Ramp, but the majority are aimed at older and taller children.

Whichever scooter you choose for your 5 year old, there is always an opportunity to make your child's scooter as unique as it is :) Kids scooters for 5 year olds come in a huge range of colors and designs with options for add light up wheels, accessories and even personalize it by writing his name on the board.