Rider Guide

Ride so people can trust you.

More places. More independence. The freedom to ride lasts when we all make smart choices. This guide helps you build skills, show responsibility, and keep e-bikes welcome in your community.

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Keep your independence

The goal is simple: stay welcome wherever you ride.

The fastest way to keep your riding freedom is to make smart choices every day. Ride in a way people can predict, be considerate near others, follow local rules, and look out for your friends and community.

Make your next move obvious.People trust riders who are easy to predict.

Slow early at school.If drop-off is packed, roll in calmly. Do not force gaps.

Finish clean at the rack.No hard stops, no clipping backpacks, no crowding other riders.

When friends hype it up, choose your line.You do not have to match someone else’s risky ride.

If something goes wrong, stop and get help.For a crash, injury, or immediate danger, get help right away and call 911 when needed.

Everyday ride choices

Small choices keep the ride fun.

Ride smarter

Open road speed is not corner speed

What feels easy on a straight road can be too fast near parked cars, crossings, or a school entrance.

Route ready

Move carefully near people

Where riding is allowed, pass only when there is space, use your bell or voice early, and keep both hands ready to brake.

Peer pressure

Friend pressure happens fast

One joke turns into racing, weaving, or doubling up. Decide your limit before the group decides for you.

Ride smarter

Modes and passengers change the ride

Do not switch to a faster mode or add a passenger just because the ride is short. Those choices change stopping distance and control.

WHEN THE RIDE CHANGES

Know what to do before the moment gets bigger.

Some situations need more than an everyday riding choice. Knowing what to do early can keep a small problem from becoming a bigger one.

Crash response

When someone gets hurt

Stop first. Move out of traffic only if it is safe. For a crash, injury, or immediate danger, get help right away and call 911 when needed. Do not ride away to avoid trouble.

Signal early

Signal before you pass

At a crowded corner, trail merge, or tight path, let people know before you pass. A bell, hand signal, or quick “on your left” only helps if it comes early.

Power check

If the bike suddenly feels too powerful

If the throttle or assist feels stronger than expected, park it and tell an adult before the next ride. Guessing is how small rides become big problems.

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