Safe and Responsible Cycling

Riding safely is the first step to fully enjoying your two-wheeled experience. Whether you're using your own bike or one of our rental vehicles, here are the basic rules to follow for a worry-free ride.

1. Gain Confidence and Stay in Control

The right size makes all the difference: Make sure the saddle and handlebars are adjusted to your height: a correctly sized bike is infinitely easier to ride.

Get a feel for your e-bike: If you're riding an e-bike, get used to it little by little. We recommend riding with the motor off for the first 10 minutes, then using the lowest assist level for the next 20 minutes, then adjusting the power based on the route.

Don't go beyond your limits: Stay calm, respect your pace, and be extremely careful when descending and cornering.

2. Protection and Safety Devices

Helmet First: A properly worn and fastened helmet protects your head and can save your life in the event of a fall or collision.

Be Seen (Lights and Reflectors): From half an hour after sunset to half an hour before sunrise (or in tunnels), always turn on your front and rear lights and wear a reflective vest or braces.

3. Predict Others' Moves

Pay maximum attention in traffic: Even if you respect the Highway Code, there is always the risk of distracting others.

Watch out at intersections and exits: Be prepared to slow down or stop at every STOP sign, private entrances, garage exits, and parking areas.

Be careful of reckless overtaking: If a vehicle overtakes you and then immediately cuts you off by turning right, slow down promptly.

Signal every maneuver: Use your arms clearly to indicate turns, lane changes, or your intention to stop in good time.

Zero distractions: Holding your phone in your hand or using both headphones for music is prohibited and drastically reduces your reflexes.

4. Trajectories and Position on the Road

Ride with the flow of traffic: Keep to the right predictably, avoiding sudden swerves to avoid potholes.

Position yourself intelligently: Detect me visible when preparing to turn left, in narrow lanes or on multi-lane roads.

Keep a safe distance: Always leave enough space from pedestrians, cars, and other cyclists.

5. Care of the Vehicle and Respect for the Rental

Treat your bike with respect: Remember that any damage caused by negligence or improper use must be compensated.

How to park correctly: If the bike doesn't have a kickstand (or on soft ground), lean it against the wall with the rear wheel and handlebar grip touching, never the body or gear shifter.

Obstacles and steps by hand: Do not ride up or down stairs, curbs, or high obstacles: get off the vehicle and guide it by hand to avoid falls and damage to the rims.