OPERATING YOUR OPTIBIKE
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backing out of concealed
driveways.
Be
extra
careful
at
intersections
and
when
preparing to pass other
vehicles.
Familiarize yourself with all of
the
Optibike’s
features.
Practice
shifting
gears,
braking, and the use of toe
clips and straps (if equipped)
before powering the bike.
If you are wearing loose
pants, use leg clips or elastic
bands to prevent them from
being caught in the chain.
Wear proper riding attire and
avoid open toe shoes.
Do not carry packages that
will
interfere
with
your
visibility or control of the
bicycle. Do not use items that
may restrict your hearing.
Never ride with more than
one person on the Optibike.
Do not lock up the brakes.
When braking, always apply
the rear brake first, followed
by the front. The front brake
is more powerful and if it is
not correctly applied, you may
lose control and fall.
Maintain
a
comfortable
stopping distance from all
other riders, vehicles and
objects.
Safe braking distances and
forces are subject to the
prevailing weather conditions.
3.2 O
PERATING
C
ONDITIONS
WET-WEATHER RIDING:
Riding in inclimate
weather is not
recommended.
In wet weather, you need to
take extra care:
-Brake earlier; the Optibike
will take a longer distance to
stop.
-Decrease your riding speed,
avoid sudden braking and
take corners with additional
caution.
-Be more visible on the road;
wear reflective clothing and
use safety lights.
-Pot
holes
and
slippery
surfaces
such
as
line
markings and train tracks all
become more hazardous
when wet.
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