2 . Bike safety tips

Before you go on your next two-wheeled adventure, make sure you’re familiar with the ins and outs of bicycle safety.     1     — one powered by an electric motor in addition to your pedaling (踩踏板).

Many of the safety recommendations are the same for both types of bikes. Wear a helmet (头盔). Ride with the flow of traffic rather than against it. Make sure you’re visible to motorists — even some traditional bikes now come with lights.     2     — left: extend your left arm out to the side; right: extend your right arm or bend your left arm up at a right angle. Don’t talk on the phone, text, or listen to music. And if you’re an e-bike rider, pay attention to these tips too:

·Be sure your bike is ready to ride. That starts with checking that the tires are inflated (充气) and the brakes (刹车) are working properly. If the bicycle hasn’t been used for a while, take it for a tune-up before you take it for a ride. “    3    ,” says Ash Lovell, electric bicycle policy director at People for Bikes, a cyclist advocacy organization. And before and after every ride inspect your bicycle for possible damage.

·    4    . “When you’re riding in the street, even in a protected bike lane (车道), read the signals, pay attention to the lane markings, and check the signage to see where e-bikes are allowed,” Lovell says. Many places have already adopted a classification system for e-bikes; signs in these places may specify which types of bikes are allowed on which roads and paths. You may check the People for Bikes website for more information.

·Be aware of your speed. This is important for e-bike riders. “    5    ,” says Lovell.