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Division Braking systems

United Kingdom

Original text. Later amendments are not shown.

A bicycle shall be equipped with at least two independent braking systems. At least one shall operate on the front wheel and one on the rear wheel. The braking systems shall be designed to ensure safety for both wet and dry braking.

The decision on whether the rear braking system is operated by the rider’s hand or foot should be in accordance with the legislation, custom or preference of the country to which the bicycle is to be supplied.