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TBIS 15194:2019

3. Terms and definitions

The terms and the definitions given in TBIS 15194:2017 apply.

3.1 cycle

vehicle that has at least two wheels and is propelled solely or mainly by the muscular
energy of the person on that vehicle, in particular by means of pedals.

3.2 bicycle

two-wheeled vehicle that is propelled solely or mainly by the muscular energy of the
person on that vehicle, in particular by means of pedals.

3.3 electrically power assisted cycle (EPAC)

cycle, equipped with pedals and an auxiliary electric motor, which cannot be

propelled exclusively by means of this auxiliary electric motor, except in the start-up
assistance mode.

3.4 city and trekking bicycle

bicycle designed for use on public roads primarily for means of transportation or
leisure.

3.5 mountain-bicycle

bicycle designed for use off-road on rough terrain, on public roads and on public
pathways equipped with a suitably strengthened frame and other components, and,
typically, with wide-section tyres with coarse tread patterns and a wide range of

transmission gears.

3.6 racing-bicycle

bicycle intended for high-speed amateur use on public roads having a steering
assembly with multiple grip positions allowing for an aerodynamic posture, a
multi-speed transmission system, tyre width not greater than 28 mm, and a

maximum mass of 12 kg for the fully assembled bicycle.
3.7 recumbent bicycle

bicycle that places the rider in a laid-back reclining position.
3.8 young adult bicycle

bicycle designed for use on public roads by a young adult whose weight is less than
40 kg with maximum saddle height of 635 mm or more and less than 750 mm.

3.9 fully assembled bicycle

bicycle fitted with all the components necessary for its intended use.

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