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Frog Bikes
Owner’s Manual
3
rd
Edition
2014
E. Night Riding
Riding a bike at night is much more dangerous than riding during the day. A cyclist
is very difficult for motorists and pedestrians to see. Therefore children should never
ride at dawn, at dusk or at night. Adults who chose to accept the greatly increased
risk of riding at dawn, at dusk or at night need to take extra care both riding and
choosing equipment which helps reduce that risk. Consult your stockist about night
riding safety equipment.
WARNING:
Reflectors are not a substitute for required lights. Riding at dawn,
at dusk, at night or at other times of poor visibility without an adequate bicycle
lighting system and without reflectors is dangerous and may result in serious
injury or death.
Bicycle reflectors are designed to pick up and reflect car lights and street lights in a
way that may help you to be seen and be recognised as a moving bicyclist.
CAUTION
: Check reflectors and their mounting brackets regularly to make sure
that they are clean, straight, unbroken and securely mounted. Replace damaged
reflectors and straighten or tighten any that are bent or loose.
The mounting brackets of front and rear reflectors are often designed as brake
straddle cable safety catches which prevent the straddle cable from catching on
the tyre tread if the cable jumps out of its yoke or breaks.
WARNING: Do not remove the front or rear reflectors or reflector brackets from
your bike. They are an integral part of the bike’s safety system. Removing the
reflectors reduces your visibility to others. The reflector brackets may protect you
from a brake straddle cable catching on the tyre in the event of brake cable failure.
If a brake straddle cable catches on the tyre, it can cause the wheel to stop
suddenly, causing you to lose control and fall.
If you choose to ride under conditions of poor visibility, check and be sure you comply
with all local laws about night riding, and take the following strongly recommended
additional precautions:
• Purchase and install battery or generator powered front and rear lights which
meet all regulations and provide adequate visibility.
• Wear light coloured, reflective clothing and accessories, such as a reflective
vest, reflective arm and leg bands, reflective stripes on your helmet, flashing
lights attached to your body and/or your bike. Any reflective device or light
source that moves will help alert approaching motorists, pedestrians and other
traffic.
• Make sure your clothing or anything you may be carrying on the bike does not
obstruct a reflector or light.
• Make sure your bike is equipped with correctly positioned and securely mounted
reflectors.
While riding at dawn, at dusk or at night:
• Ride slowly.
• Avoid dark areas and areas of heavy or fast-moving traffic.
• Avoid road hazards.
• If possible, ride on familiar routes.
If riding in traffic:
• Be predictable. Ride so drivers can see you and predict your movements.
• Be alert. Ride defensively and expect the unexpected.
• If you plan to ride in traffic regularly, ask your stockist about cycling safety
courses or a good source of information on traffic safety.
F. Extreme, Stunt or Competition Riding
Extreme or aggressive riding is dangerous and you voluntarily assume a
greatly increased risk of injury or death.
Not all bikes are designed for extreme riding, and those that are may not be suitable
for all types of aggressive riding. Check with your stockist about the suitability of your
bike.
When riding downhill you can reach speeds achieved by motorbikes, and therefore
face similar hazards and risks. Make sure your bike is in perfect condition.
Consult with expert riders or officials (if in competition) on conditions and wear
appropriate safety gear such as a full face helmet, full finger gloves and body armour.
It is your responsibility to have proper equipment and to be familiar with course
conditions.
WARNING
: Although many catalogues, advertisements and articles depict
riders engaged in extreme riding, this activity is extremely dangerous, increases
your risk of injury or death, and increases the severity of any injury. Remember
that the action depicted is being performed by professionals with many years of
training and experience. Know your limits and always wear a helmet and other
appropriate safety gear. Even with state-of-the-art protective safety gear, you
could be seriously injured or killed when jumping, stunt riding, riding downhill at
speed or in competition.
WARNING
: Bicycles and bicycle parts have limitations with regard to strength
and integrity, and this type of riding can exceed those limitations.
We recommend against this type of riding because of the increased risks; but if you
choose to take the risk, at least:
• Take lessons from a competent instructor first
• Start with easy exercises and slowly develop your skills before trying more
difficult or dangerous riding
• Use only designated areas for stunts, jumping, racing or fast downhill riding
• Wear a full face helmet, safety pads and other safety gear
• Understand and recognise that the stresses imposed on your bike by this kind
of activity may break or damage parts of the bike and void the warranty
• Take your bike to your stockist if anything breaks or bends. Do not ride your bike
when any part is damaged.
• If you ride downhill at speed, perform stunts or ride in competition, know the
limits of your skill and experience. Ultimately, avoiding injury is your responsibility.
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