Specifications

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how the Segway HT balances
how the Segway HT balances... and how it can fall
The Segway HT’s sensors detect whether the Segway HT and rider are leaning forward or backward. The Segway HT
then immediately instructs its Wheels to roll forward or backward as necessary to stay upright. When you ride the
Segway HT, you gently lean forward to make it go forward, you center your weight over the Wheels to remain
stationary, and you gently lean backward to make it go backward. With practice, you will easily learn how to move
forward and backward, turn and stop. Whenever riding, avoid abrupt maneuvers. Fast starts, fast stops, and fast
turns are dangerous and can lead to loss of control, collisions, and falls.
Even with its balancing ability, the Segway HT, just like a person, can slip, trip, and tip over. To reduce risk of injury,
you must avoid slips, trips, and tips.
As described in this guide and the Safety Video, all Segway HT riders should first learn to ride, and practice riding, in
an area with a level, smooth riding surface with good traction, without obstructions. This applies to Segway XT and
Segway GT riders, too. Even though both models have Tires that provide increased traction, the rider must still learn
to ride as described in this guide and the Safety Video, and learn how to avoid slips, trips, and tips. All Segway HT
riders should only gradually move onto more varied or rugged terrain as their riding skills improve with practice.