11
Safety
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Pedelec speeds above 25 km/h require a driving licence and insurance including a
registration number.
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Riders of pedelecs with a speed above 25 km/h are subject to compulsory helmet use.
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Any modification of the drive system will result in the loss of the driving licence.
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Any modification of the drive system will result in the loss of insurance cover (private
liability).
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In the event of a repeat offence, an entry may be made in the criminal record (criminal
record).
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Any modification of the drive system will result in the loss of the declaration of conformity
(CE).
Any modification of the drive system precludes participation in road traffic.
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Tuning and manipulation of the cargo bike typically includes
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conversion of the speed sensor,
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installation of a tuning chip,
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replacement of sprockets with parts that do not correspond to the specification (number
of teeth) of the original parts and other changes to the hardware components,
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changes to the control software.
Tuning and tampering with the cargo bike/speed cargo bike may have legal consequences
for the user.
Possible consequences are:
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an administrative offence and a fine,
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a criminal offence for driving without a licence, and in the event of a repeat offence,
possibly an entry in the criminal record,
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revocation of the driving licence,
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loss of insurance cover under a personal liability insurance policy,
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loss of liability for material defects, the guarantee and warranty claims,
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partial fault in the event of an accident.
For more information, ask your dealer for the component replacement guide.
3.8 additional regulations
For use in road traffic, pedelecs must be equipped with two brakes, which operate inde-
pendently of one another, and a bell.
3.9
Replacing components
Warning
Replacing components with incorrectly selected replacement parts may
prevent the pedelec from functioning correctly.
Risk of accident and injury!
► Only have components replaced by a bicycle dealer!
► Always use original replacement parts.
