Linear Aluminum Recumbent Bicycle - Safe Riding Rules; Obey Traffic Laws and Signals; Ride on Right Side, Single File; Intersection Safety and Turns

SAFE
RIDING
RULES
Every
bicycle
rider
should know the
difference
between the right
way
of riding
and the
wrong
way. Too
often the
inexperienced
bicycle rider
uses unsafe riding
techniques
or
tries
stunt
riding,
and
the
usual
result is
a fallalong with
possible
injury.
Your recumbent
is
designed
for
enjoyable
use
in normal riding
conditions, not for
stunts or
experimentation.
Also,
remember
that
proper
clothing is necessary
tor
safe
riding.
When riding,
always
wear
shoes,
avoid loose fitting
clothing, and wear light
colors when riding
in
the
evening hours.
Use only
accessories
suited
foryour
bike. The following
rules
are required
by law
in many
areas.
Check
your
local
law
enforcement agency regarding
these
and any
additional
rules
that
may
apply
to
you.
1.
Obey
all applicable
vehicle
operation
laws,
traffic regulations,
signs,
signals,
and
markings.
2.
Whenever
you
ride
alone, ride
on the right hand
side of the road.
When
riding
in
pairs
or large
groups,
ride
single file
along the
right hand
side of
the road.
Set up
a sensible
distance
between
yourself
and the rider
in front.
Don't weave
in
and out.
Don't
tailgate.
3.
Be
extremely caref ul at all intersections.
Walk
your
bike across
busy intersections,
and
watch for
cars
when
making
a turn.
4.
Watch
out
for
car doors opening
or for
cars
pulling
out into
traffic
from
streets,
alleys,
and driveways.
5. Use
proper
hand
signals to indicate
turns or
stops.
Get
in
the habit
of
always
signaling
so it will
become an automatic
reaction.
Keep
both hands
on
the handlebars
except
when
giving
hand
signals.
6. Watch
out
for
drain
grates,
soft road
shoulders,
and other
road hazards.
7. Be
aware of riding conditions
when
operating
your
bicycle on
or off the
road.
Be
extra
cautious when riding on wet
pavement,
gravel,
or leaf-covered
pavements.
lt will
take
more
distance to stop
your
bicycle
when
riding on
these
types
of surfaces,
and
your
bike may
skid
in
a
turn.
8.
Never
carry
passengers
-
except
in
a
protective
child carrier
properly
mounted
to
maintain
safe control of
bicycle.
Never
carry
packages
that interfere
with
your
vision
or
control.
Always
give pedestrians
the right
of way.
Always
ride
on marked
bikeways
where
avail-
able.
(Check
local
ordinances
regarding
riding
bikes on roadways
and
sidewalks.)
Most
accidents happen
at dusk. Be
doubly
careful when
riding
during
these hours.
Make
certain
your
bicycle
complies with
local
equipment
laws
for night
operation.
Drive
a safe bike. Always
keep
your
bicycle in
good
mechanical
condition.
For
instruc-
tions
on
Operation, Adjustment
and Maintenance,
see
the
appropriate
sections
of
this
manual.
Ride
your
bike
defensively;
watch
out for
other
vehicles.
Always
wearan
approved
helmet,
even
on
short rides.
Helmets
can
greatly
reduce
the
chances
of injury in
many
types
of
accidents.
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