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Division 1 Bicycles for young children

United Kingdom

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The maximum saddle height and average weight limits are based on anthropometric data (average weight and length of legs according to age). For these bicycles, the following requirements shall apply:

  • no quick-release devices of any type shall be used,

  • toe straps and toe clips shall not be fitted,

  • the force of front brakes shall be limited to prevent loss of control of the bicycle due to blocking wheels,

  • it shall be possible to fit or remove stabilisers without releasing the fixing of the rear wheel axle,

  • bicycles for young children shall not pose a danger of entrapment in any possible position of the seat,

  • bicycles for young children shall be equipped with at least two independent braking systems, one on the front and one on the rear.