03 - REGULATIONS & USAGE 3.2 Usage Classication
PLEASE NOTE: STICKER CONTENTS WILL
DIFFER BETWEEN BIKE MODEL, YEAR AND
COUNTRY/STATE OF SALE.
To dene the intended use of your bike please contact your Whyte retailer. All
Whyte bikes have been tested and classied accordingly. The purpose of this
classication is to dene the test requirements comply with the respective
stress loads.
WARNING: It is critical that your Whyte bike isn’t ridden under
conditions that do not fall under its intended usage category.
Exceeding the usage category of your bike could result in serious
damage to the bike, injury, or even death.
WARNING: The maximum permitted weight should not exceeded.
Whyte bikes may have differing maximum permissible weight limits,
this can be found in the owners manual or on the frame sticker. An
example of frame sticker pictured to the right. Exceeding the weight
limit will damage the bike and could result in a failure or accident.
The maximum permissible weight is calculated using the following factors:
Weight of Pedelec (Kg)
+ Weight of rider (Kg)
+ Weight of Luggage, Tools, Rucksack (Kg)
= Maximum Permissible Weight (Kg)
An example of the frame sticker shown to the right can be found on the
underside of your downtube near the headset. This sticker will display
maximum permissible weight whilst stating the bikes overall weight, cut off
speed, maximum power, manufacture year, and contact information.
WARNING: Towing is not permitted on this bicycle. Please do not
use tow ropes or trailers. Towing will void your warranty and risks
damaging the motor components.
WARNING: This bike has not been tested or approved for mounting
child carriers. Doing so will put the passengers at risk.
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