M1-Sporttechnik Spitzing Pedelec, Operating Manual

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THE S-PEDELEC
An electro bike with limited pedal assist up to 45 km/h.
In the S-Pedelec also, the motor only has an eff ect when you apply a certain force on
the crank lever. So in S-Pedelec too, the motor only assists you when you pedal. In
Germany, a bike helmet must be worn on electro bikes with pedal assist up to 45 k/h,
and a moped driver’s license (at least) is required. S-Pedelecs also have to be insured
and they can only be used on bicycle paths if these are permitted for mopeds, for
example with the added “Mofa frei” sign and always only outside the town limits. In
precise legal terms, S-Pedelecs are small, low power motorbikes” in vehicle class L1e
in European Union.
When using an S-Pedelec, please follow the regulations that are applicable in each
individual country.
THE R-PEDELEC
Electro bike with pedal assist that has no limit on its maximum speed.
In R-Pedelecs also, the motor only has an eff ect when you apply a certain force on
the crank lever. So in S-Pedelecs too, the drive only assists you when you pedal.
R-Pedelecs are not authorized for use on public roads, and are not in conformance
with Highway Traffi c Act! You can only use them on private land or racetracks that
are available for this purpose. If you ride an R-Pedelec on the public road you can be
charged with driving without insurance, driving without a license or other off enses.
The vehicle class of an R-Pedelec is L3e in European Union.
When using an R-Pedelec vehicle class L3e, please follow the regulations that are
applicable in each individual EU country.