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USAGE CLASSIFICATION
Whyte pedelecs of the category '1 - ROAD' have been designed to be ridden on hard-packed road
surfaces where the wheels remain in constant contact with the surface. Pedelecs of this category are
not intended for use as touring or travel bikes. Maximum permissible weight consisting of the rider and
Whyte pedelecs of the category '2 - CROSS' have been designed to be ridden on roads, tarred cycle
lanes, or gravel/earthy surfaces that have been sign posted for bikes. This category of bike is intended
for leisure and trekking where loss of contact between the wheels and surface may occur. Drops must
be limited to 15cm (6") or less. Maximum permissible weight consisting of the rider and luggage is
Whyte pedelecs of the category '3 - TRAIL' have been designed to be ridden on hard-packed surfaces
mentioned in category 1 & 2 as well as unpaved roads, rough trails, and unimproved trails which require
technical skills. This category of bike is intended for leisure, trekking, and cross country where loss
of contact between the wheels and surface may occur. Drops must be limited to 61cm (24") or less.
Maximum permissible weight consisting of the rider and luggage is specified on the CE marking on your
Whyte pedelecs of the category '4 - ENDURO' have been designed to be ridden on surfaces mentioned
in category 1,2, and 3, or downhill grades. This category of bike is intended for All-mountain and Enduro
where loss of contact between the wheels and surface is common. Drops must be limited to 122cm (48")
and speeds limited to 40km/h. This bike category is suitable for bike parks which feature jumps, drops,
roots, rocks, and loose ground. Please note bike park construction characteristics to be suitable for this
bike category. Maximum permissible weight consisting of the rider and luggage is specified on the CE
Whyte pedelecs of the category '5 - DOWNHILL & FREERIDE' have been designed to be ridden on
surfaces mentioned in category 1,2,3 and 4; extreme jumping; or downhill grades on rough trails where
speeds may exceed 40km/h. This category of bike is intended for Downhill and Freeride where loss of
contact between the wheels and surface is common. This bike category is suitable for bike parks which
feature jumps, drops, roots, rocks, and loose ground. Jumps and drops can exceed 122cm (48") on official
trails with purpose built landings. Maximum permissible weight consisting of the rider and luggage is
specified on the CE marking on your bike.
luggage is specified on the CE marking on your bike.
specified on the CE marking on your bike.
bike.
marking on your bike.
INFO Usage categories
meet safety standards
'DIN EN ISO 4210' & 'DIN
EN 15194'.
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