Your Local Electric Bicycle And Bicycle Laws - Prodeco Technologies Stride 500 User Manual

and not half way open to allow the adjusting of the rise and proper rotation of the handlebar. The further you rise and adjust
the stem, you should rotate the handlebar forward. The same in reverse, when lowering the stem, you should rotate the
handlebar backwards, allowing for an adjustment of the controls in a favorable position. Once the adjustment is complete,
push the lever down firmly until the tab locks the stem in place. Check the lever is locked by pulling up on the lever. If the
lever pulls up, push down on the lever once again to lock in place. (See Photos)
WARNING:
The handlebar controls will be rotated upwards upon adjusting stem higher. Loosen the 4 stem
binder bolts and rotate the handlebar downwards to a preferred riding position. Tighten stem binder bolts to 90lbs*in.
CAUTION:
The handlebar stem quill bolt and rotation adjustment bolt must be checked for tightness to ensure
the handlebar stem will not accidentally slide into the steering tube or the handlebar does not turn the wheel or the stem
rise falls upon riding. Failure to tighten can cause a rider to lose balance and may result in a fall.
d) Your local electric bicycle and bicycle laws
Your new Stride 500 was designed to follow the federal guidelines to establish the Stride 500 as a traditional pedal power bicycle
within most USA states and to be allowed to ride in bicycle pathways. However, electric bicycle laws change often and you are
responsible to confirm legal status of the riding of your electric bicycle in bicycle pathways. Below is a reference section on the
USA electric bicycle federal guidelines:
Electric Bicycle Laws (please contact your local transportation department for the specific laws in your state and city regarding
riding electric bicycles on bike pathways)
Prodeco Technologies offers the following information as guidance and does not guarantee or assure riders they are
following the rules and regulations of their state.
Electric bicycle laws may vary by state to state with most states following the classification of that by the CPSC (Consumer Product
Safety Commission), DOT & NHSTA. Further, the US NHSTA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) defines low-speed
electric bicycles (under 20mph) also as consumer products and not Motor Vehicles for safety standards. The NHSTA adheres for the
most part to the CPSC guidelines. We included reference below on how electric bicycles are perceived by the Federal Government's
most important agencies. We do believe new regulation and rules will apply in the future upon the electric bicycle becoming one of the
standard forms of transportation for the masses. Prodeco Technologies will continue to follow new rules and guidance set forth by
these agencies, always welcoming and adhering to the guidelines they feel are required to assure safety for the electric bicycle rider.
On October 22, 2008, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) updated the Bicycle and Pedestrian Provisions of
Federal Transportation Legislation to make technical corrections and clarifications.
Below are the important updates reflecting electric bicycles:
Motorized Vehicle Use: In general, motorized vehicles are not permitted on non-motorized trails and pedestrian walkways funded
under Title 23. Exceptions to this general rule exist for maintenance vehicles; motorized wheelchairs; when State or local
regulations permit, snowmobiles; and electric bicycles (weighing under 100 pounds and a top speed of less than 20 miles per
hour); "and such other circumstances as the Secretary deems appropriate" (except the Recreational Trails Program which
specifically provides funds for motorized trails). In 2008, FHWA developed a Framework for Considering Motorized Use on Non-
motorized Trails and Pedestrian Walkways to implement the "other circumstances" provision.
Prodeco Technologies only offers electric bicycles that fall under the category of ―weighing under 100 pounds and a top speed of
less than 20 miles per hour‖. According to the DOT and NHSTA, Prodeco electric bicycles meet the exception of Motorized
Vehicles and therefore can be ridden on non-motorized trails and bike paths permitting state and local laws.
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