MONTAGUE M-E1 - Awareness of Other Road Users; Safe and Responsible E-bike Operation

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INTRODUCTION CONTINUED
Other road users such as drivers,
pedestrians and other cyclists may need
to adjust to the higher speed of the
e-bike and may not be aware of you. It is
your responsibility to anticipate and react
to avoid accidents.
E-bikes are Heavier than
Ordinary Bicycles
Always park the bike in a suitable safe
area away from children, cars or animals
that may come into contact with it. In
order to prevent possible injuries and
damage to the e-bike, park it so that
it cannot fall over. Use caution when
handling the e-bike (including, but not
limited to parking, lifting, pushing, loading
it into a car or onto a bicycle carrier and
unloading it).
Intended Use
Your Montague e-bike is intended,
designed, and tested for riding on paved
surfaces, smooth gravel roads and
improved trails with moderate grades
where the tires do not lose ground
contact.
Find out before your rst ride whether
your e-bike is equipped in accordance
with requirements for use on the
road. Note that national and regional
regulations may vary.
Items that may have special
requirements:
• Brakes
• Lighting and reectors
• Bell or other approved warning
device
Familiarize yourself with the legal
regulations and laws regarding e-bikes in
your country, state and/or city.
For example:
• Minimum rider age
• Compulsory insurance or if your
insurance policy must provide
coverage for accidents involving
use of this e-bike. You should
contact your insurance agent to
determine if you need additional
coverage.
• Operating licenses or whether
registration of your e-bike is
required
• Compulsory helmet use
• Use restrictions on public roads,
cycling paths and/or trails
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO
OPERATE YOUR E-BIKE IN A SAFE
AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER.
Always ride your e-bike under
control and at a safe speed. Be
aware of all other users of the road
such as pedestrians, other cyclists,
motorcycle, scooter, automobile and
truck drivers and animals. Note that
they may not see you due to their line
of sight, or be expecting and able to
react to the increased speed of the
e-bike depending on the weight and
type of vehicle. Be especially cautious
while riding at night.
WARNING