Instruction manual

 A child may only be carried in a child seat up to the age of 7 years.
The rider must be at least 16 years old.
It is not permitted to attach a child seat to a carbon frame, as this could
damage the frame.
Bicycle trailer
Use only bicycle trailers which conform to the national bicycle regulations.
Trailers which are not approved can lead to accidents.
Bicycle trailers impair the handling of the bicycle. Adjust your riding style accordingly,
otherwise the bicycle trailer can tip over or break away and cause an accident.
The braking distance will be greatly increased by a bicycle trailer. This can lead to
accidents. At first, practise starting, braking, and riding around curves and downhill
with an unloaded trailer.
Bicycle lock
We recommend the use of a cable lock or a D-lock. These offer the greatest security
against theft. Connect the D-lock to an object which is permanently anchored
to the ground or a building, such as a bicycle stand fixed to the ground. The D-lock
can be attached to the bicycle frame by means of a holder so that it is always
available for use.
A cable lock additionally immobilises the wheels. If you don’t have a lock holder for
the frame, you can wrap the cable lock around the seat post instead.
Basket
The handlebar or handlebar stem must not be damaged when fastening
the basket.
➢ Attach the basket in such a way that it does not cover up the headlamp
or front reflector.
➢ Do not bend the brake or gear shift cables when doing this.
➢ The basket load must not exceed 5 kg.
➢ Remember that the steering characteristics will be altered due to the basket.
Bar-Ends
Always fasten the bar-ends tight to the handlebar as otherwise falls may occur.
If your bicycle has a thin-walled handlebar you may require extra parts.
These are intended to prevent damage to the handlebar. Read the manufacturer’s
operating manual.
Roof and boot racks
Use only roof and boot racks which conform to the national traffic regulations.
Roof and boot racks which are not approved are not safe for use in traffic and can
lead to accidents.
Loose parts (tools, bags, child seats, bicycle pump etc.) may fall off during transport
and endanger other road users.
Remove loose parts from the bicycle before setting off.
The bicycle can detach itself from the rack and cause serious road traffic accidents.
Check the fixings regularly during throughout the journey.
Avoid transporting the bicycle upside down. Do not fasten it via the handle-
bar, handlebar stem, saddle or saddle support. Do not use any fixings which could
damage the bicycle fork or the frame.
Do not hang your bicycle by the pedal cranks on the roof or boot rack.
Always transport bicycles upright on their wheels, otherwise the frame and the forks
may be damaged.
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