Shulz Krabi, Manual

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Safety
Obey traffic laws, ride along special cycle lane or shared paths if there are any. Be extremely careful
at the intersection and always stop at red traffic light. Remember that a cyclist suffers the most when
involved in a collision with a car.
— Use hand signals to indicate your next move
— Avoid using headphones while you’re riding
— Never cycle with another person on the rack/ frame / handlebar
— Do not ride with items that interfere with visibility or riding the bike
— Never cycle holding onto vehicle driving nearby
— Ride in a predictable manner, don’t weaving in and out of the traffic
— Always yield the right-of-way to those who are on the right
— Don’t ride a bike under the influence of alcohol or drugs
— Cycle careful if you are tired or feel sick
— When replacing components and installing accessories, make sure that they are compatible
with your bike.
In wet weather
WARNING: In wet weather the chance of an accident is stronger, because water influences bike’s
handling and stability increasing its braking distances and worsens visibility.
Don’t cycle on a high speed, apply your brakes earlier and do it gentler. When it rains, brakes work
properly only in case if a bike has a rear hub with an integrated brake. Disc brakes suits better for
rainy weather.
At night
It is quite dangerous to cycle around urban areas in the dark because you are almost invisible for
drivers and pedestrians. Try not to ride at night time, but in case you do, make yourself noticeable
on the road — use reflectors, a headlight and a taillight, put on reflective apparel. Try choosing famil-
iar routes to ride, avoid places without streetlight and dense-traffic roads.
WARNING: Reflectors are not a substitute for lights.