7SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCUSTOMER MANUAL FRONT HUB MOTOR SYSTEMBefore every ride, please check that:• The lights and bell are working and aresafely secured.• The brakes are working safely and are prop-erly secured.• The cables and fittings are not leaking if youhave a model with hydraulic brakes.• The tires are free of foreign objects anddamage, and the rims are not damaged andrun true, particularly after riding off-road.• The tires have a sufficient tread depth.• The suspension components are workingproperly and are safely secured.• All bolts, nuts and quick releases are tightlyfastened.• There are no deformations or cracks in theframe and fork.• The handlebars, stem, seat post and seat areall correctly and securely fastened and areset in the right position.• The seat post and seat are secure Try turningthe seat or pulling it upwards or down-wards. They should not move.• If you are using clipless/magnetic pedals,please check that they are working prop-erly. The pedals should release easily andsmoothly.• Make sure that the battery is sitting securelyin its place.• Make sure that the battery is sufficientlycharged for your trip.• Check that the quick releases are fastenedand secured each time your pedelec hasbeen left unattended – even if it is for just ashort time.3.8 Legal RegulationsPlease stay informed about the nationalregulations applicable in your specific country.Before riding your Pedelec on public roads, readup on the national regulations applicable in yourspecific country. This section provides informa-tion on how the pedelec must be equipped to beallowed on public roads.It includes information on:• Which light systems have to be installed orcarried with you?• Which brakes must the Pedelec be equippedwith?• There may also be age restrictions that applyto riding in specific areas.• For example, the issue of children riding onpublic roads is addressed here.• If there is an obligation to wear a helmet, itis stated here.