Bunch Coupe, Руководство пользователя

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8.3 Riding on the road
Riding on the Road contains its own set of dangers and risks. It is inherently hazardous. Always follow
your local laws concerning bikes on the road and always follow traffic law. In addition, consider these
items before setting out on any ride to help keep you and your passengers safe:
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Route: what is the safest route? Choose low traffic neighborhood streets, roads with designated
bike lanes or routes, or bike paths. Think about where you’re going to cross any busy roads along
your route and incorporate the safest option for crossing into your route.
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Ride defensively. Always assume that others do not see you!
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Make eye contact with drivers at intersections, and confirm they see you. A friendly wave can
help as well.
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Be respectful of other road or path users including motorist, pedestrians, and other cyclist.
Remember, especially if you are commuting, that these may be the same people you encounter
on your ride every day.
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Look ahead and be ready to avoid; Vehicles slowing or turning, entering the road or your lane
ahead of you, or coming up behind you. Parked car doors opening. Pedestrians stepping out.
Children or pets playing near the road. Potholes, railroad tracks, construction, debris, or any other
obstacles that may cause you to swerve or lose control.
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Stop at stop signs and traffic lights. Slow down and look both ways at street intersections.
Remember that a bicycle always loses in a collision with a motor vehicle, so be prepared to yield
even if you have the right of way.
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Never carry anything which obstructs your vision or your complete control of the bicycle. Never
ride with more weight than you can handle.
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Use approved hand signals for turning and stopping. Because of your riding position on the cargo
bike it may be hard for drivers to ready
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Use approved hand signals for turning and stopping. Because of your riding position on the cargo
bike it may be hard for drivers to read your body language and understand your intention to turn.
This makes the use of hand signals especially important.
8.4 Riding at night
Riding at night drastically increases the risks of riding on the road. Driver visibility is extremely
reduced at dawn, dusk, or night time. During this time it is especially important that you stay aware
of your surroundings and do what you can to increase your visibility to others and your own ability to
see obstacles.
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The Coupe is equipped with front lights and a rear light/reflector. Do not remove any of these
vital pieces of safety equipment and always check before riding at night to make sure your lights
are functioning properly
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Wear light colored or reflective clothing and accessories. Such as reflective vest, arm and leg
bands, and flashing lights.
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Know your local laws regarding bike visibility, including lights and reflectors.
Warning: The risk of an accident, particularly being struck by a motor vehicle, is much higher at night.
Riding at dawn, dusk, or night without an adequate bicycle lighting system and without reflectors is
dangerous and may result in serious injury or death. DO NOT remove the lights and reflectors from
your bike.