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Rules of the road
CAUTION: Before riding your bicycle, check the brakes
and other parts of the bicycle. Make sure all parts are
tightened, assembled correctly, and working properly.
The first ride should be taken in a large, open, level
area. If you have a problem, check the assembly
instructions and follow the maintenance procedures in
this book.
1.
CAUTION: WET AND ICY WEATHER WARNING:
Check your brakes frequently. The ability to stop is
critical. Roads are slippery in wet weather so avoid
sharp turns and allow more distance for stopping.
Brakes may become less efficient when wet.
Leaves, loose gravel, and other debris on the road
can also affect stopping distance. If at all possible,
do not ride in wet weather—vision and control may
be impaired, creating a greater risk of accidents
and injury.
WARNING: NIGHT TIME OPERATION: It is NOT
2.
recommended to ride your bicycle at night. If you
have an emergency that requires you to ride at
night you must have proper lights and reflectors.
NEVER ride at night without a helmet, taillight,
white front reflector, red rear reflector, pedal
reflectors, and white wheel reflectors. You must be
able to clearly see the surface where you are riding
and be seen by others.
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3.
Always wear shoes when riding a bicycle. Avoid
loose fitting clothes. Wear a cuff band or a trouser
clip to keep trousers from getting caught in the
chain wheel. Long sleeves, long trousers, gloves, eye
protection, a good helmet, elbow and knee pads
are recommended. Wearing a helmet is required by
law in many countries and is always a good idea.
4. Obey all traffic regulations. Most traffic regulations
apply to bicycle riders as well as automobile
operators. Observe all county and local traffic
regulations, signs, and signals. Check with your
local police station on bicycle licensing and
inspection, and where it is legal to ride your bicycle.
NOTE: Some countries and local laws may require
5.
that your bicycle be equipped with a warning
device such as a horn or a bell.
6.
Cover the bicycle's stem, handlebar, and top tube
with safety pads for additional protection.
7.
Do not ride your bicycle if the chain cover is not
attached, or if any of the bicycle's mechanical
systems are not functioning properly. Doing so
could result in personal injury or damage to the
bicycle.
8.
If any components becomes loose while riding,
STOP immediately and re-tighten or contact a
mechanic for repair.
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