SAFETY WA NINGS
Before you ride, please read all of the following items making
sure you understand them. Failure to do so could cause
damaged to the bicycle or possible injury to yourself or others.
Your bicycle meets or exceeds industry standards. It is OT
designed for off-road use, jumping, stunts and other types of
abusive riding.
ALWAYS WEA A HELMET!
B AKE P ECAUTIONS:
1) Do not ride the bicycle until you have checked for proper
brake adjustments.
2) When riding your bicycle for the first time, test the brakes at
a slow speed on a large level surface without obstructions. Also,
never attempt to stop suddenly using the front brake only, as this
could throw the rider off the front of the bicycle.
3) Check and adjust the brakes, if necessary at the first sign of
failure. This will enable the rider to make a quick and smooth
stop. On caliper brakes, if a brake lever touches the grip when it
is squeezed, adjust the brakes.
4) Going downhill fast is dangerous since you can’t stop nearly
as fast as you can on level ground. A curve at the bottom of a
hill could force you into oncoming traffic or off the road if you are
going at an excess speed.
5) Use the front brake slowly and carefully, especially while
turning or when the road is wet or covered with gravel, sand or
leaves. Start braking sooner under these conditions and with
less force to reduce the chance of skidding. Wet brakes shoes
mean that this will require more distance to stop. Start braking
sooner than normal in wet conditions.
ULES OF THE OAD
1) In the interest of safer cycling, make sure your read and
understand your owner’s manual.
2) OTICE: Some state and local laws may require that your
bicycle be equipped with a warning device such as a horn or bell
and light, if the bicycle is to be ridden after dark.
3) ALWAYS WEAR SHOES when riding a bicycle and AVOID
loose fitting clothing.
4) CHECK YOUR BREAKS FREQUE TLY. The ability to stop
your bicycle is CRITICAL. Roads are SLIPPERY in wet weather,
so AVOID sharp turns and allow more distance for stopping.
Caliper breaks may become less efficient when wet. Leaves,
loose gravel, and other debris on the road can also affect the
stopping distance.
5) The kickstand is designed to support the bicycle only, not the
bicycle and rider.
6) REPLACE bent or BROKE spokes and bent or damaged
wheel rims.
7) OBEY ALL TRAFFIC REGULATIO S. Most traffic regulations
apply to bike riders as well as automobile operators.
8) KEEP TO THE RIGHT. Follow the traffic flow in a straight line
close to the curb. Watch for cars moving in and out of traffic.
9) EVER CARRY RIDERS. Only a properly installed child
carrier is acceptable, if it used safely.
6) IGHTTIME RIDI G:
a) You can’t see the controls on your bicycle at night,
so you must know where they are by touch.
b) Slow down. Debris and holes are much harder to
see at night.
c) If possible, ride on streets that are familiar to you.
Terrain that you have never seen during the day is dangerous
at night.
d) Use well lighted streets whenever possible. Avoid
unlighted bike paths.
e) Comply with all legal requirements in your state. You
must at least have a “white light”, (not just a white reflector), on
the front and a rear red light. All states require that a lamp that
emits a white light be used.
f) Children generally should not be allowed to ride a
bicycle at night and adults should avoid night riding, if possible.
g) Always wear a helmet, and it is a good idea to have
a rear view mirror.
7) If the stem is not inserted into the head tube to at least the
minimum insertion line, or if the stem bolt is over tightened, the
fork could become damaged. This could cause an unsafe
condition and risk of injury to the rider.
8) For safe operation, the handlebar stem bolt and clamp nut
must be securely tightened. Check them often.
9) For safe operation, you must secure the pedal spindle tightly
against the crank arm with a wrench that fits the shoulder of the
pedal spindle. This is important; it avoids stripping the threads.
Always replace damaged pedals.
10) When adjusting the seat height, you must have the minimum
insertion mark on the seat post remaining inside the frame.
10) WHE RIDI G I PAIRS or in large groups, form a single
line along the right side of the road. Set up a sensible distance
between riders. DO ’T TAILGATE.
11) ALWAYS BE ALERT. Animals or people may dart in front of
you. Be on the ALERT-people have the right-of-way. Be ALERT
to people opening doors when passing parked cars. Your bicycle
was not designed for stunting and experimentation. Enjoy riding
it in a safe manner.
12) BE CAREFUL AT ALL I TERSECTIO S. Slow down and
look both ways before crossing.
13) USE HA D SIG ALS. Always let other drivers and
pedestrians know what you are going to do. Signal 100 ft. before
turning unless your hand is needed to control the bike.
14) HAVE PROPER LIGHTS A D REFLECTORS. ever ride
at night without a white front reflector and headlight, a red rear
reflector and light and wheel reflectors. Other devices, like flags
and reflective tape, also help you become more visible.
15) DO OT CARRY PACKAGES or OBJECTS which obstruct
vision, restrict control or could get entangled in the spokes.
16) EVER HITCH RIDES. ever hold onto a moving vehicle
while riding. ever “stunt”
17) AVOID the following HAZARDS: Drain grates, pot holes, ruts,
soft road edges, gravel, sand and leaves especially when they
are wet.
WA NING: For your safety, read, understand, and obey these rules of the road.
(General Information For
All Bicycle Owners)
(General Information For
All Bicycle Owners)
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