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STEVENS Allround pedelecs are designed for cycling exclusively on lanes and
roads with a smooth surface. Only use trails that are allowed for bicycles. For off-
road use only STEVENS Offroad pedelecs are suitable. Using STEVENS Allround
pedelecs off-road can result in crashes with unforeseeable consequences.
The
starting or push assistance
provides help during pushing the STEVENS
pedelec or when doing a hill start, even without pedalling, up to a speed of 6 kph /
3.7 mph. For riding on public roads these STEVENS pedelecs are not required to
be insured.
Inform yourself in the country where you intend to use your STEVENS pedelec
about the respective legal regulations.
2.
Speed pedelecs
are considered to be motor vehicles or according to EU law
as “light motorcycle with low power” (L1e) with auxiliary motor which provide
assistance to the rider even beyond a speed of 25 kph to max. 45 kph / 15 mph
to max. 28 mph, as long as you continue pedalling. Without pedalling a speed
pedelec provides assistance to a maximum speed of 20 kph / 12 mph.
Speed pedelecs are considered as motor vehicles (class L1e) in accordance
with EU Directive 2002/24/EC, require registration or an EU type approval and
are therefore subject to strict regulations relating to the replacement of compo-
nents and changes. In the UK for riding on public roads these STEVENS speed
pedelecs are required to have a tax disc, a number plate and a MOT certifi-
cate. In addition, you need a driving licence (cat. AM) to ride a STEVENS speed
pedelec. In the UK the legal age to ride a speed pedelec is 16 years. For more
information contact your local driving licence office.
Note:
Read in any case
also the BOSCH or
SHIMANO STePS sys-
tem instructions on the
enclosed CD-ROM.
Note:
It is recommendable that
you take out a private
liability insurance. Make
sure your insurance
grants coverage for
these kinds of damage.
Contact your insurance
agency.
Caution:
STEVENS pedelecs are approved for towing trailers up
to 40 kg (88.2 lbs) trailing load (towed load). STEVENS
advises you to use only trailers with brakes. In the case
of the E-Fully models trailer towing is not permitted. If
you are in doubt or if you have any questions, contact
your STEVENS dealer.
Note:
The regulations and
rules for pedelecs and
speed pedelecs are be-
ing revised permanently.
Read the daily press
to keep you informed
about current legislative
changes.
With
STEVENS speed pedelecs you must not use cycle lanes in built-up areas. In
addition, you must not use one-way streets in the opposite direction, even when
they are allowed to bicycles. You must not use your STEVENS speed pedelec on
lanes which are closed to motor vehicles, motorcycles and mopeds. You must
only use your STEVENS speed pedelec on public roads and on private premises,
if authorised by the owner.
When riding STEVENS speed pedelecs wearing a suitable cycle helmet (crash
helmet in the UK) is compulsory. Be sure to also read chapter
“Riding a STEVENS
Speed Pedelec – Special Features”
.
STEVENS speed pedelecs are designed for cycling exclusively on lanes and
roads with a smooth surface. Only use trails that are allowed for speed pedelecs/
e-bikes. Typical STEVENS speed pedelecs are generally not suitable for off-road
use. Using STEVENS speed pedelecs off-road can result in crashes with unfore-
seeable consequences.
Inform yourself in the country where you intend to use your STEVENS speed pedelec
about the respective legal regulations.
Before Your First Ride
1. Your STEVENS pedelec is designed for a
maximum overall weight of 140 kg
(308.6 lbs)
including rider, luggage and STEVENS pedelec.
2. If you want to use your bicycle on public roads, it has to comply with the respec-
tive legal requirements. These requirements may vary in each country. The fit-
tings of your STEVENS pedelec are, therefore, not necessarily complete. Ask your
STEVENS dealer for the laws and regulations applicable in your country or in the
country you intend to use the STEVENS pedelec. Have your STEVENS pedelec
equipped accordingly, before using it on public roads.
3. The rechargeable battery of your STEVENS pedelec must be charged before you
set off for the first time. Are you familiar with the handling and mounting of the
rechargeable battery? Before you set off for the first time, check whether the
battery is properly mounted, that it has engaged audibly and that it is locked.
Note:
For more information
about the intended use
of your pedelec as well
as the permitted overall
weight (rider, pedelec
and luggage) see the
BOSCH or SHIMANO
STePS system instruc-
tions on the enclosed
CD-ROM and read
chapter
“Before Your
First Ride”
.
Caution:
If your STEVENS speed
pedelec does not look
like a typical city or
trekking bike (see
cover), read the chapters
“Intended Use
” and
“Be-
fore Your First Ride“.
Danger:
Do not modify or manipulate (“tune”) your STEVENS speed 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 speed pedelec on public roads.
