10
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
WARNING! Safety gear such as helmets may be required by
law. Please educate yourself on current laws and legislations
before riding. The use of helmets and other protective wear can
reduce serious injuries and even death.
Lights: Lights are mandatory for night riding by law, reectors are not
sufcient. Please make yourself awear of all laws and regulations for your
country/state. Riding at night or in poor visibility is dangerous. Ensure
lights are installed at the front and rear of your bicycle before riding at
night.
Helmet: Whyte Bikes strongly recommend that when riding any of
their bikes that a helmet is worn at all times. This is regardless of the
discipline or bicycle type. Ensure the helmet is securely fastened. Failure
to wear a helmet could result in serious injury or even death.
Reectors: The reectors on your bicycle reect light, which illuminates
them, making the cyclist visible to other vehicles, pedestrians and
cyclists. They make you visible in conditions of poor visibility/light.
They are therefore a crucial part of the safety system and must not be
removed.
Please ensure all reectors are securely fastened, clean, clear of any
obstructions and exhibit no signs of damage. Do not remove reectors
from your Whyte bike, they have been installed to meet current laws and
are tted for the users safety.
INFO The user of this Whyte bike is responsible for
understanding current laws and regulations regarding bicycle
use. The rider must obey regulations and must be awear of the
penalties for their violation.
WARNING! When using pannier racks pay attention to the
maximum loading weight. The rack will have the max. weight
stamped into the metal work or a visible label. Ensure the racks
xings to the frame are tightened regularly.