aventon Soltera 7 User Manual page 4

Always be a defensive rider. Always assume that others do no see you and expect the unexpected
Always be aware of your surrounds. Be alert and responsive to:
1) Motor vehicles of all types and in all directions.
2) Unexpected movement of obstacles.
3) Nearby pedestrians.
4) Children or animals in the area.
5) Imperfections of bike paths or paved roads including potholes, uneven surfaces, loose gravel
construction and debris.
6) Warning, hazard and yield signs.
Ride in designated bike lanes when available and always ride in the direction of tra c.
Acknowledge and stop at ALL stop signs and tra c lights.
When coming to a complete stop, look both ways at street intersections before continuing onward.
Use o cial hand signals for turning and stopping.
Do not ride with headphones.
Never hold onto another vehicle.
Do not weave through tra c or make unexpected moves or turns.
Rules that govern the right-of-way for motorists apply to cyclists. A bicyclist should always be prepared to
yield.
Do not ride while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Avoid riding in bad weather when visibility is obscured, for examples dawn, dusk, or in the dark such
conditions increase the risk of accident.
Wet Weather
It is recommended to not ride in wet weather if avoidable. Ride in wet weather only if necessary.
electric bike is not meant for use in heavy rain, or streams. Never immerse or submerge this product in
water or liquid as the electrical system may be damaged.
conditions.
lights.
NIGHT RIDING
Cyclists should exercise extra caution when riding at night. Bicyclists are very di cult for motorists and
pedestrians to see in the dark and in many cases, night riding can be more dangerous than day riding.
Individuals of an appropriate age who are aware of the increased risks should take extra care when
riding at drawn, dusk or at night. Please not that it is important to choose suitable apparel and special
ized equipment when riding in unfavoureable conditions to reduce the risk of injury.
Warning! Reflectors should not worn as a substitute for required lighting. Cyclists are near to invisible
for other cyclists and motorists if the necessary lights and reflective gear are not used. If you ride at
night, take all required precautions to make yourself visible through the sue of lights and reflectors. Lack
of adequate lighting measures may result in serious injury or death. As a moving cyclist, reflectors are
designed to reflect o of car and street lights to help you become more visible and recognizable when
riding.
Caution! Reflectors and their mounting brackets should be checked regularly to ensure they are clean,
straight and securely mounted. Check to be sure you comply with all local laws about night riding. The
followings are recommended.
It is important you take steps to enhance your visibility by wearing light-colored, reflective clothing
and accessories. There are plenty of proper reflective gear option that can be worn:
Vests, armbands, leg bands, stripes on your helmet, and blinker attached to your body and or bicycle.
Make sure your clothing or miscellaneous items do not obstruct the visibility of your reflectors and
lights.
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