Operation Manual

Children’s bike Basics
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x Test the functionality of the lighting and bell.
x Switch on the lighting. Check whether the headlamp and rear lamp are lit.
To do so, turn the wheel where the dynamo is fitted, or check the battery
charge level if battery-powered lighting has been retrofitted.
x Check whether you hear a clear sound when you operate the bell.
5.5 Before the first ride
WARNING
Distraction of the child due to unexpected behaviour from the
children’s bike, e.g. when braking.
Risk of accident and injury!
x Only allow your child to use the children’s bike on the road once
they know how the bike behaves and are familiar with its operation.
The dealer will fully assemble the children’s bike and customise the handlebars, saddle
and brake levers for your child.
x When you receive the children’s bike, check whether your child can ride it
comfortably and safely, and that all the adjustments fit your child.
x Have adjustments carried out by a dealer only.
x If you make adjustments yourself, ask a dealer about the applicable torques
and use a torque wrench.
x If you make adjustments yourself, check them properly and thoroughly before
your child uses the children’s bike.
x Familiarise yourself with the children’s bike before your child rides it for the first
time, and explain all the controls to your child.
x Keeping off the road, practice with your child so that they get accustomed to the
handling characteristics of the children’s bike.
x Practice with your child how to mount, dismount and stop safely.
x Have your child practice braking, particularly using a coaster brake (if available), at
low speed.
x Have your child practice emergency braking.
x Practice with your child how to indicate direction when making turns, and how to
look over their shoulder.
x Only allow your child to ride the children’s bike once you feel it is responsible to do so.