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Safety
Fig.: Carrying children
1 Flag
2 Child seat
3 Child trailer
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3.3.4.2
Travelling with children in a children's trailer
WaRninG
Increased acceleration and high speeds when riding
e-bikes (pedelecs).
Risk of accident and injury!
• Accelerate with a moderate amount of force.
• Only ride at moderate speeds when riding with a child
trailer.
• Bear in mind the extended stopping distance caused
by the propulsive force of the child trailer.
• Keep in mind that your bike is significantly longer with the
trailer system attached.
• Practise riding to familiarise yourself with the altered riding
style caused by the increased weight and additional length
before using the trailer in road traffic.
• Transport a maximum of two children in the child trailer.
• Only use trailers with functional lighting equipment that
complies with the regulations applicable in your respective
country or region.
• For the child’s safety, choose a trailer with a restraint system.
• Ensure that you equip the trailer with a luminous-coloured
pennant flag on a flexible flagpole with a minimum height of
1.5 m and install covers for the spokes and wheel housings.
• For maximum safety, select a model with a sturdy passenger
compartment and safety belts.
3.4
Modifications
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Changes to the bicycle or incorrectly selected spare
parts can cause the bicycle to malfunction.
Risk of accident and injury!
• Seek advice from your specialist dealer about
appropriate replacement parts.
• Only use original spare parts.
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