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Zize Bikes. Bikes with Attitude!
Do not ride in an abusive manner; Bicycles are not indestructible. As
with anything mechanical, every part of a bicycle has a limited useful
life due to wear, stress, and fatigue. Fatigue refers to a low-stress
force that, when repeated over a large number of cycles, can cause a
material to fail or break. The length of the life of a part varies accord-
ing to its design, materials, use, and maintenance.
Keep your bicycle under control at all times. For children, the limit of
speed for safe riding is much lower, so parents should strictly enforce
this rule.
Rougher riding mean that the parts require better care and more fre-
quent inspections.
Higher speeds create higher risks and greater forces in the event of a
crash.
Avoid riding too fast.
Stop riding if you have frame problems.
Occasionally riders experience problems with their frame or fork.
If a frame or fork has any problem, do not ride the bicycle.
As an example, in very rare cases, some riders may experience a
“shimmy” or “harmonic oscillation” or “frame vibration” at certain speeds.
If you are experiencing a shimmy, slow down immediately. Take your
bicycle directly to a dealer for inspection and repair.
Wear a helmet and proper cycling clothes
Wear a helmet that meets CPSC or CE safety testing standards; it may
help prevent injury.
Helmets should be removed when not riding the bicycle. If the helmet is
caught, stuck on, or stuck between objects, the wearer could choke.
Riding Laws
Most state and local areas have specific laws for cyclists, and you should
follow them. Local cycling clubs or your state’s Department of Transporta-
tion (or equivalent) should be able to supply this information to you.
The requirements for items such as lights and reflectors change between
areas, so check ahead.
WARNING
A shimmy, or steering
wobble, can cause you to
lose control and fall. If you
experience a shimmy, slow
down immediately. Take your
bicycle to your dealer for
inspection and repair.
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D. Riding at Night
When riding at night always have all
reflectors on the bike clean and in
their proper position .
The reflectors that should be on your
bike are as follows
–
one front reflec-
tor, one rear reflector, a pedal reflec-
tor on the front and back of each
pedal, and a reflector on the front
and back wheel .
In addition to this , it is suggested that a strong front headlight and a type
of flashing device for the rear be used even if you are only riding at night
occasionally. The important thing is to see and be seen.
If you do any amount of riding at dusk, at night, or in any poorly lighted
conditions, consult your dealer or local bike shop to find appropriate prod-
ucts to aid your vision and make you more visible.
Your bicycle is equipped with a full set of reflectors; keep them clean and
in position. As useful as these reflectors are, they do not help you see, nor
do they help you be seen unless light is directed on them.
Use a working
headlight and taillight.
E. On and Off Road Operation
Zize Bikes are designed primarily
for on road and gentle off road riding.
Any risky practices (as identified in the
“warning” box to the left) increases the
stress on every part of your bicycle.
Zize Bikes are designed to safely
carry a heavy rider, but each rider must
also ride using common sense and cau-
tion.
Frames or parts under high stress may fatigue prematurely, causing
them to fail and increasing the risk of injury to the rider. To decrease
your risk of injury, avoid these risky riding practices.
If you choose to ride off road, use special care. Ride only on the
trails. Avoid rocks, branches, or depressions. When approaching a
descent, reduce speed, keep your weight back and low, and use the
rear brake more than the front.
WARNING
A bicycle rider without proper light-
ing and reflectors may not have
good vision and may not be visible
to others. Please use front and
rear bicycle lights and reflectors
when riding in poor visibility
conditions. Failure to do so will
increase your chances of being
involved in an accident caused by
low light conditions.
WARNING
The following riding practices
increase your risk of injury:
• Jumping your bicycle
• Performing bicycle stunts
• Severe off
-road riding
• Downhill riding
• Any abnormal bike riding