Chainstay carrier
Mount child seats on chainstay carriers only
if appropriate fixings are present. Do not exceed the
maximum allowable weight class.
This type of carrier is supported by the chainstays of
the bicycle. Due to the weight of the uncushioned
mass, the reaction of the chainstay carrier suspension Chainstay carrier
system becomes more sluggish.
Mudguards
Check regularly that the braces are tightly seated in the tear-off fasteners.
It is imperative to have damaged mudguards replaced before using the bicycle again.
Tear-off fasteners are mounted on the front wheel braces. They prevent objects
which get swept along from locking the front wheel. The tear-off fastener releases the
brace in this case and prevents a possible accident. Latch the plug connectors again
afterwards.
If your bicycle is fitted with mudguards, they will usually be made from metal
or plastic.
Plastic has the advantage that electrical cables can be integrated in rear wheel mud-
guards. These plastic mudguards are fitted with special eyes or fixing guides for
electrical cables. This ensures that the cables can be laid in such a way that they are
optimally protected and cannot be torn off.
Mudguards are fastened in the correct position with the aid of additionally mounted
braces. The length of the brace is ideal when the lower edge of the mudguard is
approximately circularly parallel to the tyre.
Due to this, the mudguard cannot work loose during normal riding. However, if a
foreign body gets between the tyre and the front wheel mudguard, the mudguard
loosens itself from the plastic clips. The braces must be refastened afterwards.
Failure of the lighting system
Failure of the lighting system when riding in the dark can lead to serious
accidents. Have the fault rectified by a dealer before riding further.
Carrier
The DIN 79 121 standard specifies how carriers may be built and loaded. The maxi-
mum load may be higher depending on the constructional design. This will be speci-
fied separately.
The loading capacity of the carrier is divided into four weight classes:
5 kg, 10 kg, 18 kg and 25 kg.
The specified loading capacity is stamped on the carrier.
Luggage alters the riding characteristics of your bicycle. Amongst others, the
braking distance is increased. This can lead to serious accidents. Adjust your riding
style accordingly.
If you load your bicycle with luggage, it is imperative to observe the
maximum permissible loading of the bicycle (see chapter ”Total permissible weight
of the bicycle”, page 44).
A carrier fitted later on must conform to DIN 79 121.
The maximum permissible load must be stamped on it (see chapter “Permissible
carrier load“, page 44).
Front wheel carriers are supported by the front axles or so-called ‘low-rider-hubs’.
Special carrier bags can also be attached to the ‘low-rider-hubs’.
Use only suitable carrier bags.
Enquire at a specialist dealer.
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