Shimano STEPS E6000 - German Regulations

EN-8 Original User Guide | Pedelec Shimano Steps E6000 Version 1
» The use of cycle paths is regulated as for normal bicycles.
» The use of children trailers and cycle trailers is generally permitted for
pedelecs.
DANGER
Beforeyouuseatrailerbikeortrailer,makesureyoureadSection
4.1.2 Trailer bikes and trailers Page EN-29. Otherwise there is a risk of
serious injury or death.
IV.II.I Lights
In Germany, the requirements for lights on bicycles is regulated in Section
67 of the Road Trac Licensing Regulation (StVZO) and in the Technical
Requirements for vehicle parts. Lights include both battery and dynamo-
powered lights, and include reectors that work without a power supply
and simply reect external light.
Lighttype Number Position Characteristics
Front light 1 Front White light
The illuminance must be at least 10 lux at
the centre of the beam at a distance of 10
metres.
Reector At least 1 Front White
The reector can be integrated into the
front light.
Observetherespectivenationalregulationsregarding
thedisposalofthedrivesystem,display,easy-reach
control,pedelecbatteryandcharger. Otherwise you will be
committing an oence and run the risk of a ne.
IV.II Germany
The following regulations (not exhaustive) were applicable in Germany
when this guide was compiled (01/2017):
» The motor may only be used as an aid to pedalling, i.e. it may only
"help" when the rider is actively pedalling.
» The average motor power must not exceed 250 W.
» The motor power must continue to fall as the speed of the bike
continues to increase.
» The motor must cut out automatically at 25 km/h.
For you, this means:
» There is no obligation to wear a helmet.
DANGER
Intheinterestsofyourownsafety,asuitablehelmetshouldalwaysbe
worn. A cycle helmet can protect you from severe injuries. Make sure
that the helmet ts properly.
» You do not require a driving licence.
» There is no requirement for compulsory insurance.