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Instructions and warnings on rider behaviour
Conditions Appropriate / intended use
Riders One
Safety equipment Helmet, knee pads, elbow pads, reflective vest
Prior to each use, check brakes and any wear, check
tyre pressure (see side of tyre for recommended
value), wheel wear, throttle, indicators, lights and
charge status of battery.
Pre-riding check
If any unusual noises or faults are detected, do not
use the item and contact your dealer or the Authorised
Technical Support Department
Not accelerating
Pushing while walking across pedestrian crossings
Walking while
In pedestrian areas when not in pedestrian mode
pushing the item
(6 km/h)
In overcrowded areas
The person riding the item must be able to easily place
Stationary both feet on the ground while holding the handlebars at
the correct height
No objects hanging from handlebars
Riding with both hands on handlebars
Not using devices such as phones, smartwatches,
music players, or headphones
Riding with both feet on the footrest comfortably
and safely
Riding under
Riding with helmet and protective equipment
normal conditions
Riding on easily accessible, smooth and compact
roads, avoiding areas with intense traffic or
overcrowded areas: e.g. dedicated cycle path, smooth
paved surfaces
Complying with local regulations and the highway code Failure to comply with regulations and the highway code
Looking ahead and watching out for obstacles,
vehicles or nearby pedestrians
Changing direction, making sure to be seen,
moderating speed
Anticipating the route and moderating speed while
observing the highway code and those that are the
most vulnerable
Using direction indicators, if included on the item
Slowing down when pedestrians are present
Using pedestrian mode in pedestrian areas (6 km/h)
Warning others of your presence by using the bell
Improper use
More than one person, with children or animals
No safety equipment
Never checking the item prior to use
Using the item when noise or faults are present
Depressing the throttle
Riding the vehicle on pedestrian crossings
Riding the vehicle in pedestrian areas when not in pedestrian
mode (6 km/h)
Riding the vehicle in overcrowded areas
Not being able to keep the item stationary and balanced
Sitting on the item while it is running or stationary
Objects hanging from handlebars result in instability and may
impede manoeuvring
One-handed or hand-free riding
Using devices such as phones, smartwatches, music layers,
or headphones
Riding with one or both feet outside the footrest
It is prohibited to place or amass weight on the rear mudguar
Riding without helmet and protective equipment
Riding on motorways, long-distance roads
Riding on busy roads
Riding on pavements
Riding in overcrowded areas
Riding on very rough roads
Riding near: ravines, escarpments, harbours, sea, lakes or rivers
Becoming distracted while riding
Changing direction abruptly at high speed without making
sure that you have been seen
Braking and cornering at the same time makes the vehicle
unstable
Not using direction indicators
Accelerating or maintaining a constant speed when
pedestrians are present
Riding without using pedestrian mode in pedestrian areas
(6 km/h)
Not warning others of your presence by using the bell
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