basic Knowledge on Electric Scooters and Electric Bikes

Electric Scooter and Electric Bike Basics for the 'Newbie'

Brakes

Disc brake ------ Bike 'V' brake

Band brake --------- Drum brake

The scooter should have dual brakes or a strong single disk brake for safety. Anything less is unsafe going down steep hills or during panic stopping.
Bike ‘V’ brakes work better than most ‘band’ brakes
A band brake is ‘not a drum brake’. It is not as strong or as durable
Use both brakes when stopping (if applicable)
Because of the low center of gravity for most scooters, front brakes can be applied rigorously without throwing the rider over the handle bar. One needs to be careful, however, when riding stand-up!!
Electric scooter brake pads do wear out just like those on cars and larger motorcycles/scooters. Keep good pads in your brakes!
Adjust your brakes for top performance at least once a week.