Luggage And Load Transport; Rack; Legal Requirements - Stromer ST2 Operating Manual

If you notice any changes to your S-pedelec, DO
NOT continue cycling. Do not re-tighten any loose
parts without first checking them and always use
a torque wrench.
Bring your S-pedelec to a Stromer dealer, describe
the fall and get your S-pedelec inspected!
LUGGAGE AND LOAD
TRANSPORT
Attached accessories must always be in-
stalled according to the regulations and instruc-
tions. You must ensure the correct fastening
torques for all screw connections (see "Screw con-
nections" on page 68)
• Only use add-on parts that comply with the
respective legal regulations and road traffic
regulations.
• The use of unlicensed parts may lead to accidents.
You should therefore only use original accesso-
ries and add-on parts which fit your S-pedelec.
• Use the advice of a Stromer dealer.

Rack

Only retrofit luggage racks to S-pedelecs
that have been approved by Stromer for this pur-
pose. Use only the intended fixing devices.
Ask your Stromer dealer whether and how lug-
gage may be transported when using add-on parts
made of carbon. Don't fix racks to the seat post! It
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is not constructed for this use. Overloading of the
seat post with a luggage rack may break the seat
post and lead to serious accidents.
The permitted total weight of the vehicle may not
be exceeded, even when a luggage rack with a
higher carrying capacity would enable that!
Front-wheel luggage carriers
Front-wheel luggage carriers may not be installed
or operated.
Safety information for luggage transport
Luggage loads change the behavior of your
S-pedelec. They extend the braking distance, among
other things. This may lead to severe accidents or
falls. Adapt your riding style to different driving
characteristics, i.e. brake earlier and consider the
more sluggish steering properties. Only transport
luggage on the luggage rack intended for this pur-
pose! Child seats may not be installed or operated.
Please ensure that nothing can get caught in the
spokes and turning wheels.
If you are riding with luggage, ensure that
you do not exceed the maximum permissible
weight of the S-pedelec. Information on the
weight capacity of the rack is also stated here.
Additional information regarding this issue is pro-
vided at www.stromerbike.com/support

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

The regulations and requirements for e-bikes
are continuously being revised and may change
at any time. Obtain information regarding the
valid legal requirements so that you are always up
to date.
For S-pedelecs, special provisions apply for their
limit of use. This means that e-bikes are sometimes
operated like a bicycle and at other times not.
Before riding on public roads with your Stromer,
inform yourself about the current legal require-
ments enforced in your country.
This information can be found at your Stromer
dealer, the respective national bike or e-bike as-
sociations and online.
There you can obtain information on how your
Stromer must be equipped in order to drive in
traffic on public roads. These sources describe,
for example, which lighting systems have to be
installed and which brakes the S-pedelec must
have.
The currently valid, national regulations also deal
with age restrictions and specify from which age
people are allowed to drive on which part of the
road and whether certain driving permits are re-
quired. The regulations for children riding on pub-
lic roads are also found here. It will be made clear
if a helmet is required to be worn by law.
Check whether your private third-party-lia-
bility insurance covers possible damage caused
by using a Stromer S-pedelec.