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2.10 Intended use
The intended use of ROSE bikes is divided into five different categories – ranging from the use on paved roads through
to downhill or freeride use. The bikes must only be used in accordance with their intended purpose/use. Otherwise, the
user takes responsibility.
A sticker on the frame of your bike will show you the intended use.
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Category 1: For use on paved roads only
Category 1 includes all bikes and components that should only be used on paved roads.
The wheels are always in contact with the ground.
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Category 2: For use on and off the road and for drops of up to 15 cm
Category 2 includes all bikes and components that can be used in conditions described under
category 1, as well as on gravel roads and moderate trails. The wheels may also loose contact
with the ground. Drops should not be higher than 15 cm.
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Category 3: For use in rough terrain and for jumps of up to 61 cm
Category 3 includes all bikes and components that can be used in conditions described under
category 1 and 2, as well as on rough trails and rough and unpaved roads that require good
cycling skills. Jumps and drops should not be higher than 61 cm.
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Category 4: For use in rough terrain and for jumps of up to 122 cm
Category 4 includes all bikes and components that can be used in conditions described under
category 1, 2 and 3, as well as for higher speeds on rough and steep trails. Jumps should not be
higher than 122 cm.
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Category 5: Extreme biking (Downhill, Freeride, Dirt)
Category 5 includes all bikes and components that can be used in conditions described under
category 1, 2, 3 and 4, as well as for extreme jumps and high-speed riding on rough trails and in
bike parks.
Dirt and slopestyle bikes are not designed for downhill riding. For high drops or jumps with
flat or rough landings, you need a long-travel bike (freeride or downhill bikes). Dirt bikes are
designed for dirt jumping and for use in skateparks or on pump tracks. The riders should always
wear protective clothing and armour like a helmet/full face helmet, knee pads, elbow guards,
back protectors and gloves.
When using your bike regularly in conditions described under category 5, you should check and
replace the most stressed components more often.
