HITWAY BK5 Originalbetriebsanleitung Seite 52

Avoid serious injury or death in twilight or at night
Cycling at night is much more dangerous than cycling during the day. A cyclist is very
difficult for motorists and pedestrians to recognise. Therefore, teenagers should never
ride at dusk or at night. Adults who have decided to take on the greatly increased risk of
riding at dawn, dusk or at night must take extra care and use special equipment to reduce
this risk. Consult your dealer for safety equipment suitable for night riding.
· Drive slowly and carefully, but preferably on familiar routes.
· Avoid dark areas or heavy traffic.
· Be predictable in traffic, ride defensively and be visible to others.
· Expect the unexpected conditions, especially in the dark and in poor weather conditions.
· Continue to learn about cycling safety through literature or lessons.
Avoid serious injury or death due to damaged, bent or loose
reflectors and lights
Bicycle reflectors catch the light from street lamps and car headlights and reflect it so
that you can be recognised as a cyclist. Damaged, bent or loose reflectors can make it
difficult for other road users to recognise you.
This can result in serious injury or death.
· Check reflectors and their brackets regularly.
Have damaged, bent or loose reflectors replaced by your specialist dealer.
Avoid serious injury if driving off-road or over a kerb when
driving on uneven terrain!
Riding off-road at inappropriate speeds or over curbs may result in falls. In serious
cases, this can result in injury or death.
· Always travel at a speed appropriate to the surrounding conditions.
Avoid serious injury or death by replacing components or
adding accessories
There are numerous components and accessories available that can improve the
comfort, performance and the appearance of the bicycle. The addition of components or
accessories is at your own risk. These components or accessories may not have been
tested by the manufacturer for compatibility, reliability or safety. Unconfirmed compatibili-
ty, reliability or safety as well as improper installation, use and maintenance of compo-
nents or accessories and maintenance of bicycle components or accessories can lead to
serious injury or even death.
· Always consult your specialist dealer before installing, using and maintaining the
component.
· Always read and follow the enclosed instructions for use of the accessories.
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