Bicycles and components are divided into six categories – ranging from riding on tarmac roads to downhill and freeride use. Bicycles and components must only be used for their intended purpose. Otherwise, the user assumes full responsibility.
Category 1
This category applies to bicycles and e-bikes ⁶ ridden on normal, paved roads and paths, where the tyres are in constant contact with the ground at average speed and they are only occasionally ridden over steps and drops. The average speed is 15 to 25 km/h and the height of occasional steps and drops must remain below 15cm. The intended use is, for example, recreational riding. You don't require any special riding skills.
Average speed 15 to 25 km/h
Permitted height of steps and drops: < 15 cm
Category 2
This category applies to bicycles and e-bikes⁶ that meet the conditions of category 1 and are ridden on normal roads as well as in category 2 on unpaved roads and gravel paths with moderate inclines and descents. The tyres are in constant contact with the ground at average speed and they are only occasionally ridden over steps and drops of less than 15 cm. These conditions can lead to contact with uneven terrain and the tyre repeatedly losing contact with the ground. The intended use is, for example, recreational riding. You don’t require any special riding skills.
Average speed 15 to 25 km/h
Height of steps and drops: < 15 cm
Category 3
This category applies to bicycles and e-bikes⁶ that meet the conditions of both category 1 and 2 and which you also use on rough paths, uneven unpaved roads, as well as off-road and on inaccessible paths. To use this category of bikes you should already have a certain level of technical ability. Even sporadic jumps and/or "drops" with a max. height of approx. 60 cm are part of the range of use of these bicycles, though inexperienced riders can sometimes make unclean landings, which significantly increase the risk of damage to the bicycle.
Height of drops and jumps: < 60 cm
Recommended rider skills: technical skills and practice required
Category 4
Bikes and e-bikes⁶ in this category meet the conditions of categories 1 to 3. They are also suitable for descents on unpaved paths, partially blocked terrain and steeper gradients, at speeds of less than 40km/h. As an experienced rider, you can make jumps with a maximum height of 120 cm with these bikes. Due to the heavier load on these bikes, you should check them regularly for possible damage or material fatigue.
Height of drops and jumps: < 120 cm
Recommended rider skills: high technical skills, practice and good bike control required
Category 5
This category applies to bikes and e-bikes⁶ that meet the conditions for categories 1 to 4 and are also used for extreme jumps or descents on unpaved roads at speeds of more than 40 km/h or a combination thereof. Bikes in this category are typically used in designated bike parks and downhill trails, which is why you should also wear suitable protectors while riding. In addition, you should check your bike regularly for possible damage or material fatigue.
Height of drops and jumps: >120 cm
Recommended rider skills: excellent / extreme technical skills, practice and bike control required
Category 6
This category applies to bicycles and e-bikes⁶ which meet the conditions of category 1 and which you ride in competitions (with great physical effort) or at other events at high speeds of more than 50 km/h, e.g. descents and sprints.
Average speed 30 to 55 km/h
Height of steps and drops: < 15 cm
Recommended rider skills: technical skills and practice required
⁶E-Bikes = 250W 25km/h
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