MONTAGUE M-E1, Owner'S Manual

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The first rule in safe e-bike riding is
to use common sense. An e-bike is
vulnerable; it cannot protect you in a
crash, impact, or loss of control the
way a car can. An e-bike can tip over
sideways or pitch you over the front
wheel. It does not have bumpers or
airbags as a car does. This section is
a guide of safe riding practices for on-
and off-road operation. Make sure you
are using your e-bike for the proper use
condition (page 6) as it relates to off-road
riding.
Different localities and countries have
different laws governing e-bike riding
on public roads, and you should check
with local officials to make sure you are
complying with these laws.
• For your safety, always wear a
helmet that meets CPSE or CE
safety standards. In the event of
an accident a helmet can protect
you from serious injury and even
death. A bicycle dealer will be happy
to assist you in the selection of a
helmet and other useful accessories.
• Obey all local traffic laws. Obey red
and green lights, one-way streets,
stop signs, etc.
• Ride with the traffic, not against it.
Ride single file in a straight line.
• Have a satisfactory signaling
device (bell, horn, etc.), to warn of
approach. Ride defensively (expect
the unexpected).
• Give pedestrians the right of way.
Do not ride too close to pedestrians
and alert them if you intend to pass
from behind.
• Slow down at all street intersections
and look to the left and right before
crossing.
• Always use proper hand signals for
turning and stopping. Give signals
100 ft. before stopping or turning
and always return both hands to
the handlebars before stopping or
turning.
• Watch for cars pulling out into traffic
and for the sudden opening of car
doors.
• Avoid potholes, drainage grates or
other road surface hazards. Cross
railroad tracks at a right angle. Be
careful when riding on soft road
edges, gravel, sand and uneven
surfaces. Ride slowly and avoid quick
turns when riding on these surfaces.
RIDING SAFELY
Proper use of your front brake is vital
to ensure safe, efficient stopping. To
avoid misuse and potential injury, do
not apply sudden or excessive force to
your front brake. Doing so may cause
your rear wheel to lift off the ground
and/or your front wheel to slip from
under you. Apply both brakes at the
same time and shift your weight back-
ward on the e-bike while braking.
WARNING