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Your Bik
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Rules of the Road
WARNING:
Failure of the rider to obey the following “Rules of the Road” can result in
injury to the rider or to others.
• Obey all traffi c regulations, signs, and signals.
• Always wear a bicycle helmet that meets CPSC safety standards, as well as local safety
standards.
• Always wear shoes.
• Ride on the correct side of the road, in a single fi le, and in a straight line.
• Bikes 12in (30cm) and under not intended for use on public roads.
• Avoid riding at night, dusk, dawn and any other time of poor visibility.
• Refl ectors:
For your own safety, do not ride the bicycle if the refl ectors are incorrectly
installed, damaged, or missing. Make sure the front and rear refl ectors are vertical. Do not
allow the visibility of the refl ectors to be blocked by clothing or other articles. Dirty refl ec-
tors do not work well. Clean the refl ectors, as necessary, with soap and a damp cloth.
• Use extra caution in wet weather:
• Ride slowly on damp surfaces because the tires will slide more easily.
• Allow increased braking distance in wet weather.
• Avoid these hazards to prevent loss of control or damage to your wheels:
• Be aware of drain grates, soft road edges, gravel or sand, pot holes or ruts, wet leaves, or
uneven paving.
• Cross railroad tracks at a right angle to prevent the loss of control.
• Avoid unsafe actions while riding.
• Do not carry any passengers.
• Do not carry any items or attach anything to your bicycle that could hinder your vision,
hearing, or control.
• Do not ride with both hands off the handlebar.
• This bicycle is not suitable for the fi tting of a luggage carrier and (or) a child seat.
