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SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATIONS
Good Sense Safety Tips
Whether you use your bicycle for business or pleasure riding, your safety
should always be your #1 concern. Here are some of the general
common sense rules you should observe:
ALWAYS WEAR A SAFETY HELMET - In a work place, we recommend
wearing a helmet or hard hat while riding your bicycle. Make sure your
helmet meets or exceeds ANSI and Snell safety standards. Look for
standard certification label inside the helmet. RIDING WITHOUT A
HELMET MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY IN THE EVENT OF AN
ACCIDENT.
KNOW ALL THE COMPONENTS OF THE BICYCLE AND THEIR
FUNCTION - In the next section of this manual, we have listed all the
components and their functions. Read this section and familiarize
yourself with these parts.
LEARN BIKE RIDING THOROUGHLY BEFORE RIDING ON A PUBLIC
ROAD OR STREET - Riding a bicycle requires balancing and
coordination skills. You need to learn the basic concept of riding and
familiarize yourself with special handling and riding techniques that are
unique to this type of bicycle. Due to weight and size of these models,
the condition of the surface on which you ride your bicycle affects the
performance of your bicycle. You must learn to handle the bicycle in
different surface conditions. Try riding the bicycle in low speed, steering
the handlebar and experiencing the performance in different maneuvers.
FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH LOCAL AND STATE LAWS AND
ORDINANCES - If you plan to ride your bicycle on the streets or public
trails or bike routes, you must learn about the laws regulating bicycle
riding as well as minimum safety equipment required. Most states and
cities require the use of hand signals by all bicycle riders. Learn these
signals and use them every time you are riding on a road or street.
ALWAYS RIDE SINGLE FILE ON A ROAD OR STREET.
If you plan to use bicycle in a work place where other workers and
vehicles are present, we recommend you install safety devices such as
horn, light, bell, mirror, and safety flag. Depending on the situation, you
may need one or more of these safety devices so that you can alert
others of your presence. Please contact your HUSKY dealer if you need
more information on safety accessories.
CHECK YOUR BICYCLE BEFORE YOU RIDE to make sure it is in good
working condition. Check the air pressure, ride the bike for a few minutes
and check the brakes and other safety equipment.
NEVER USE HEADPHONES OR DEVICES THAT MAY IMPAIR YOUR
HEARING ABILITY WHILE RIDING A BIKE - In many states it is illegal to
use headphones while riding a bicycle.
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SAFE RIDING AT NIGHT
We do not recommend riding your bicycle at night. If you have to ride at
night, please follow these rules:
LIGHTS - You should equip your bicycle with a high quality bicycle head
light for the front, usually mounted on the handle bar, and a blinking red
light mounted on the rear, normally below the saddle.
REFLECTORS - Your bicycle is equipped with a set of reflectors,
mounted on the front and rear as well as on the wheel spokes. Your
bicycle should reflect light from all directions. Make sure your reflectors
are clean and mounted correctly. Please refer to Standard Parts and
Component section of this Manual for more information about the
reflectors. Your bicycle also comes with reflector-mounted pedals.
REFLECTIVE GEAR - We recommend you use additional reflective gear
such as reflective safety vest, reflective helmet, or safety flag. Always
wear light color apparel when riding at night.
Remember, the objective is to see and be seen at distance when riding at
night.
SAFETY FLAGS - Safety flags are excellent for riding in high traffic
areas. Mounted on the rear axle and extending about 6 feet above the
ground, they allow others to spot a rider from far distance. Safety flags
are available at your HUSKY dealers.
SAFE RIDING IN WET CONDITIONS
You never know when you may get caught in a rainstorm or an afternoon
summer shower. If you ride your bicycle in your work place, you may run
into wet or slippery spots from time to time. Here are a few tips to help
make riding in wet or slick condition safer:
RIDE SLOWER - Your brakes performance is greatly reduced in wet
conditions. Lower speed helps you control the bike if you have to make a
sudden brake. If you live in an area where there is frequent rain or
showers, you may want to consult with your bicycle dealer about using
tires more suitable for wet conditions.
SPECIAL NOTE ON REAR COASTER BRAKE - Your bicycle is
equipped with a rear coaster brake (foot brake). It is important that you
minimize the chances of your foot slipping off the pedal when braking. Do
not ride in standing position in wet condition. Wearing shoes with non-
slip rubber soles or use of non-slip pedals is highly recommended for
areas with high rate of precipitation.
ENHANCE YOUR HANDLEBAR GRIP - The handlebar is the primary
control component of your bicycle and you must be sure you have a firm