RULES OF THE ROAD
In the interest of safe cycling, make sure you read and understand the bike ownerr’s manual and the Co-Pilot assembly manual.
DANGER, WARNING , CAUTION, IMPORTANT
, and
NOTE
or
NOTICE
.
These are important
signal words telling you to pay special attention to that text as rider safety is involved.
DANGER
and
WARNING
: Pay special
attention to these since failure to do so could result in serious injury or death to the rider(s) or others.
CAUTION:
If not followed these instructions could result in injury or mechanical failure or damage to the bicycle and Co-Pilot .
NOTE
or
NOTICE
or
IMPORTANT
: These specify something that is of special interest.
IMPORTANT
Before you ride bicycle with Co-Pilot attached, read this RULES OF THE ROAD section
and check that all parts
are installed and working as per this manual. If you understand how the bicycle and Co-Pilot operates, you will get the best performance.
When you read this instruction book, compare the illustrations to the bicycle and Co-Pilot. Learn the location of all the parts and how
they work.
Keep this book for future reference.
CAUTION:
Before you ride, make sure all parts are tightened, assembled correctly and working properly. Take your first ride in a large
open level area without a passenger. If you have a problem, check the assembly instructions and follow the maintenance procedures
in this book. If you do not feel comfortable with your skills in assembling, adjusting or operating the bike with the Co-Pilot attached,
please take it to a professional bike repairman for help.
1.
WARNING - ON AND OFF ROAD CONDITIONS
: The condition of the riding surface is very important. If the surface is wet, or
has sand, leaves, small rocks or other loose debris on the surface where you plan to ride, carefully decrease the speed of the bicycle and
ride with extra caution. It will also take a longer time and more distance to stop. Apply the brake earlier than normal and with less force,
rear brake first followed by the front brake if equipped, to help keep the bicycle and Co-Pilot from sliding, falling, or jackknifing. Avoid
sharp turns.
3. Always wear shoes when riding a bicycle or the Co-Pilot and avoid loose fitting clothes. Wear a cuff band or trouser clip to keep
trousers from getting caught in the chainwheel. Long sleeves, long pants, gloves, eye protection, a good helmet, elbow and knee pads
are recommended. NOTE: a helmet may be required.
2.
NOTICE:
Some local laws may require that your bike be equipped with a warning device, such as a horn or bell or light. Do NOT
ride at night. Vision is quite limited at dawn, dusk and at night. If you must ride at night, take extra precautions, use front and rear lights,
wear flashers on your arms, wear light colored clothing, and plan your route to ride in well lighted areas. Make sure the flag and
reflectors are present and not covered.
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