Safe cycling

Helmet

For speed pedelecs, certain safety measures are required in traffic in order to be able to use the road safely. For example, it is mandatory to wear an approved helmet. An approved helmet offers more protection at the back of the head and temple. Wearing a helmet ensures more safety on the road. If you go on the speed pedelec, put on an approved helmet. A selection of good bicycle helmets can be found on the XLC website.

Rear view mirror

Just like the helmet, a rear-view mirror is mandatory on a speed pedelec. The rear-view mirror provides more overview on a speed pedelec. This leads to a more confident feeling, because you have a complete overview of the traffic situation. Thanks to the rear-view mirror, you quickly have other road users in view, so you no longer have to look over your shoulder. The rear-view mirror makes the speed pedelec safer, because you always have a complete overview of the situation in front of and behind you.

The regular e-bikes

The speed pedelec differs from the e-bike in speed and the obligation of the helmet and mirror. The regular e-bike is also a safe means of transport on the road, but you can make it even safer for yourself. Because the control buttons are placed right next to the handle, you can operate your electric bicycle without taking your hands off the handlebars. When you get on the e-bike, keep your balance in mind. An electric bicycle is heavier than a normal bicycle. That is why it is important that you easily land with both feet in order to avoid dangerous situations. You can find the weight of the bicycle on the product page of one of our electric bicycles.