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RULES FOR SAFE RIDING
You must ensure that you understand the safe
operation of this bike and follow all traffic
,
bike laws
and regulations in the area in which the bike is being
operated. These may include rules regarding
h
elmets,
reflectors, and lights.
A few important general rules
for riding include but are not limited to:
- Wear a helmet
that meets
ASTM
or
CPSC safety testing
requirements
- Have reflectors
and lights installed
on your bike
- Use proper hand
signals
- Avoid loose
clothing
- Ride on the cor
rect
side of the road with flow of
traffic
- Always wear bright color and reflective clothing
- Ride single file if riding with others
- Obey all traffic laws and regulations
- Watch for parked car doors opening unexpectedly
- Watch for pedestrians stepping out, pets and
chil
d
ren playing near roadways
- Never carry a passenger
- Never ride with earbuds or headphones
- Always obey traffic signals
- Use caution when crossing railroad tracks and
care-
fully cross at a 90 degree angle
- Mount a horn or bell on to your bike to signal
others
of your approach
Before riding fast or in more difficult conditions, try
riding at slower speeds in a flat, open lot to test the
function and performance features on your bike.
Consult your local bike shop if you have specific
needs on parts and functionality of your bike. Many
areas offer cyclist courses or classes which can be
found online or through your local bike shops.
Wet Weather Conditions
Use extra caution when riding in wet weather. Your
brakes stopping power will be diminished in wet
conditions no matter what type of brake system you
have, all are affected by wet weather. In order to
ensure you can stop safely in wet conditions, ride
more cautiously and slowly and brake earlier than
you would in normal road and weather conditions.
Never ride in storms with high winds and lightning
conditions.
post in the frame by attempting to rotate the seat.
If the seat rotates, then the seat tube is not properly
clamped in to the frame.
Check the lights and re
fl
ectors
Make sure the reflectors are mounted in the proper
position and they
do not have any
cracks or visi
ble
damage. All
lighting should
be inspected to
be sure they have
fresh batteries and
working properly.
Check frame, fork,
and components
If you notice that
the frame or fork has any visible damage, cracks,
dents, or you hear any unusual noises while riding or
other problems, do not ride your bike. If at any time
you notice a shimmy or wobble immediately slow
down and take your bike to your local bike shop for
inspection and/or repair. Carefully inspect your bi
k
e
before and after each ride.
Certain types of impacts can affect the components
of your bike and cause them to fail unexpectedly.
After any impact or crash, thoroughly inspect all
the parts of your bike for damage. A crash or other
impact can put extraordinary stress on the bike. An
impact or high force is any situation such as hitting a
hole or obstacle in the road, such as a bump or curb.
WARNING
!
A bike is a mechanical device. Materials and
mechanisms are subject to fatigue and stress. Over
time, components can fail once they have exceeded
their useful limits and life. Product life is often
related to the kind of treatment and riding you
submit your bike to. Hard and aggressive riding
along with neglect will shorten the projected
lifespan of your bike and its components. If not
properly maintained, your bike and its components
can fail causing serious injury or death.