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a
b
c
d
Do not give in to the temptation to always ride in a high
gear, due to the strong motor. Shift gears frequently
(a)
in the same way that you are used to doing with a con-
ventional MERIDA bike so as to make your own contri-
bution to your forward progress as efficient as possible.
Your cadence should always be in a smooth flow. In
other words, you should pedal at more than 60 crank
rotations per minute.
Keep in mind that the other road users are not yet used
to the new pedelecs and their higher speeds. Ride with
this fact in mind and anticipate the actions of other road
users. Be aware that the speed you ride at will be clearly
faster than you are used to. Therefore, keep these facts
in mind and be ready to brake whenever unclear or pos-
sibly dangerous situations come into your field of vision.
h
Do a test ride in an unfrequented area
(b+c)
to make yourself familiar with the riding char-
acteristics of your MERIDA pedelec and the
possibly higher speed and acceleration before riding on
public roads. Risk of an accident! Never ride without a
helmet!
h
Do not step on the pedals before sitting in the
saddle, select the lowest drive assistance and
be ready to brake when you set off. Risk of
an accident!
h
Keep in mind that due to the higher driving
power at the rear wheel the risk of an acci-
dent increases with slippery roads (due to
wetness, snow, gravel etc.). This applies all the more
when riding bends. Risk of an accident!
h
Please note that car drivers and other road
users may underestimate your speed. Always
wear bright clothing. Therefore, always ride
on public roads with this fact in mind and anticipate the
actions of other road users. Risk of an accident!
h
Keep in mind that pedestrians do not hear you
when you approach at high speed. Therefore,
ride particularly defensive and anticipating
when using cycle lanes and cycle/footpaths to avoid
accidents. If necessary, ring the bell
(d)
to warn others.
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