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Conditions Appropriate use Improper use
Uneven road
conditions:
speed bumps/
steps/rough road
surfaces
Riding at moderate speeds High-speed riding
Bend knees slightly for better shock
absorption when traversing uneven
surfaces.
Accelerating over bumps or ditches,
going down steps, jumping over
obstacles, climbing pavements, riding
harshly.
Behaviour:
around bends,
down slopes, in
the presence of
nearby obstacles,
vehicles and
pedestrians
Keeping at a safe distance Not observing safety distances
Ceasing to accelerate
Braking and slowing down
Accelerating
Riding at moderate speed and braking
safely
Riding at high speed, braking
suddenly
Paying attention to doors and other
high obstacles
Traversing beneath high obstacles
Visibility
conditions
Only ride if there is enough light to ride
safely. When riding in unfavourable
lighting conditions (from half an hour
following sunset, throughout the entire
period of darkness and even during
the day, if weather conditions preclude
road visibility, when driving through
tunnels), remember to switch on the
item’s lights and wear a reflective vest,
belts or bands.
Riding in unfavourable lighting
conditions with lights o and without
using a reflective vest, belts or bands.
Weather
conditions
Riding in optimal weather conditions Driving in adverse conditions:
in the rain, in case of snowfall, in the
presence of ice or mud on the road, in
case of strong wind and fog.
Parking
In designated areas without impeding
movement of vehicles or pedestrians
Everywhere, impeding movement of
vehicles or pedestrians
On smooth surfaces, ensuring stability
is maintained
On uneven surfaces and without
ensuring stability
Switching o the item and using an
anti-theft device
Leaving the item switched on,
unattended with no anti-theft device