What Kind Of Bicycle Is It - ProGear RIDEFREE Owner's Manual

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WHAT KIND OF BICYCLE IS IT?

Bicycles can be broadly categorised into four types:
Road or Touring
Mountain or Off Road
Bicycles for younger riders use are generally scaled down versions of adult bicycles including the step through design. Other bicycles include tandems,
recumbents and folding bicycles. Which type is your new bicycle?
ROAD OR TOURING
Typically has narrow tyres and drop handlebar.
Variations include bicycles suited for touring, commuting, sports, and recreational riding.
MOUNTAIN OR OFF ROAD
The Mountain Bicycle is designed to give the rider maximum control and durability on a wide variety of harsh terrain. Everything about the Mountain Bicycle
is more rugged. Its frame geometry provides maximum ground clearance and allows you to quickly and easily shift your weight to change the balance of the
bicycle as terrain conditions demand.
CROSS, HYBRID, CITY OR COMFORT
Usually something of a mixture of characteristics of the Road and Mountain types but may include
evolving frame shapes and components. Suited for general purpose riding.
BMX
BMX, are general purpose bicycles for younger riders.
The BMX type Bicycle is a versatile machine usually of 20" (510mm) or less sized wheels with wide
section tyres, ideal for general purpose use by younger riders.
Cross, Hybrid, City or Comfort n BMX
Freestyle
WARNING: Not all Mountain type bicycles are intended for off road or competition use.
Check specifications and technical advice from your bicycle retailer before use.
WARNING: General purpose Freestyle and BMX bicycles are not designed for
stunting, racing or competition use.
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