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Note:
For more information
about the intended
use of your STEVENS
pedelec as well as the
permitted overall weight
(rider, STEVENS pedelec
and luggage) see the
bike card and chapter
“Before your First Ride”
.
Caution:
The weight distribution on STEVENS pedelecs differs markedly
from the weight distribution on bicycles without drive assistance. A
STEVENS pedelec is markedly heavier than a bicycle without drive
assistance. For this reason pushing, lifting and carrying the STEVENS
pedelec is more difficult. Bear this in mind when loading your
pedelec into a car and unloading it or when mounting it on a bicycle
carrier system.
Caution:
Your STEVENS pedelec is
approved in principle for
mounting a child seat!
Your STEVENS dealer
will be pleased to rec-
ommend and assemble
you suitable models for
your STEVENS pedelec.
Caution:
Keep in mind that both the BOSCH as well
as the SHIMANO STePS system will switch
off after a certain period of time without
power output for reasons of energy saving.
The system is restarted by pressing the
ON/OFF button once.
Note that there are different types of pedelecs and e-bikes which are subject to
different legal framework conditions. Check the class of your STEVENS pedelec or
e-bike in the bike card. Keep the specific regulations for your pedelec/e-bike class
in mind when riding on public roads and through the landscape.
1.
Pedelecs
(
P
edal
E
lectric
C
ycles) or
EPACs
(
E
lectrically
P
ower
A
ssisted
C
ycles)
are bicycles with auxiliary drive that only switches on when the pedals are moved
by the rider. When you stop pedalling, the motor switches off.
In the UK pedelecs are also referred to as
EAPCs
(
E
letrically
A
ssisted
P
edal
C
ycles).
A driving licence is not required for riding a pedelec, if the motor assistance
switches off automatically at a speed of 25 kph/15 mph. You do not need reg-
istration (MOT certificate and tax disc in the UK) or insurance either. Do not
confuse your pedelec with a “speed pedelec” (see item 2.). All regulations that
apply to bicycles, also apply to pedelecs. Wearing a helmet is recommended,
but not compulsory.
Most pedelecs are designed for cycling exclusively on lanes and roads with a
smooth surface. Only use trails that are allowed for bicycles. In general, typical
pedelecs are not suitable for off-road use. Using typical STEVENS pedelecs off-
road can result in crashes with unforeseeable consequences.
Danger:
Do not modify or manipulate (“tune”) your STEVENS pedelec. Risk of accident!
Modifications and manipulations will render the warranty void and result in a loss of
the private liability insurance cover. In this case you may possibly no longer use your
STEVENS pedelec on public roads.
Danger:
Due to the higher
stresses, these
STEVENS bikes of
category 6 E should
be checked for
possible damage
after every ride. Two
inspections per year
at least carried out by
your STEVENS dealer
are obligatory.
Category 6 E: STEVENS E-enduro and E-all mountain bikes
This category describes STEVENS E-enduro and E-all mountain bikes. Full sus-
pension STEVENS E-mountain bikes with medium suspension travel are typical for
this category. STEVENS E-Whaka and E-Sledge.
STEVENS E-enduro and E-all mountain bikes are designed for off-road use (Alp-
cross etc.). STEVENS bikes of this category can be used on surfaces permitted for
bikes of the categories 1, 3, 4 and 5. Furthermore, STEVENS bikes of this category
are suitable for very rough and partly blocked terrain with steeper slopes and higher
speeds as a result thereof. Regular jumps by experienced riders are no problem for
these STEVENS bikes. The regular and durable use of these STEVENS bikes in bike
parks must however be excluded by STEVENS. In addition, these STEVENS bikes are
not suitable for tricks, stair riding etc. as well as training and competitive use in the
categories freeride, dirt, downhill.
• For full suspension STEVENS E-mountain bikes trailers are not permitted.
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