The intended use for bikes and components is divided into 5 categories – ranging from use on paved roads through to downhill or freeride use. The bikes and components must only be used in accordance with their intended purpose/use. Otherwise, the user takes responsibility.
Category 1: For use on paved roads only
Category 1 includes all bikes and components that should only be used on paved roads. The wheels are always in contact with the ground.
Category 2: For use on and off the road and for drops of up to 15 cm
Category 2 includes all bikes and components that can be used in conditions described under category 1, as well as on gravel roads and moderate trails. The wheels may also loose contact with the ground. Drops should not be higher than 15 cm.
Category 3: For use in rough terrain and for jumps of up to 61 cm
Category 3 includes all bikes and components that can be used in conditions described under category 1 and 2, as well as on rough trails and rough and unpaved roads that require good cycling skills. Jumps and drops should not be higher than 61 cm.
Category 4: For use in rough terrain and for jumps of up to 122 cm
Category 4 includes all bikes and components that can be used in conditions described under category 1, 2 and 3, as well as for speeds up to 40 km/h on rough and steep trails. Jumps should not be higher than 122 cm.
Category 5 includes all bikes and components that can be used in conditions described under category 1, 2, 3 and 4, as well as for extreme jumps and speeds over 40 km/h on rough trails and in bike parks.
Dirt and slopestyle bikes are not designed for downhill riding. For high drops or jumps with flat or rough landings, you need a long-travel bike (freeride or downhill bikes). Dirt bikes are designed for dirt jumping and for use in skateparks or on pump tracks. The riders should always wear protective clothing and armour like a helmet/full face helmet, knee pads, elbow guards, back protectors and gloves.
When using your bike regularly in conditions described under category 5, you should check and replace the most stressed components more often.
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