Cycling can optimize the performance of the cardiovascular system, namely the heart and blood vessels. By cycling, can help you strengthen your heart muscle and improve blood circulation throughout the body. Cycling is now a trend in Indonesia. There are people who cycle long distances, there are also those who take their bicycles by car to the cycling area. However, carrying a bicycle in this car cannot be taken lightly, because it is quite risky if not done correctly. Nah, Below Otodiva.com has summarized easy ways to transport a bicycle using a car correctly. Let's see!
If you bring a folding bike (folding bike) in the car is not a big deal. In folded condition, Folding bikes can be put in the trunk of all types of cars, from the hatchback, sedan, MPV to SUV of various sizes. However, if your bicycle is a road bike or mountain bike, You cannot carry it in the cabin of a hatchback or sedan. So, here are the steps you can follow, among them namely:
The first step is, Car users must know the payload or maximum carrying capacity of each private car to avoid overloading. After that, You can put the bicycle in the car easily. However, Don't force a big bike into it, because this can damage the interior panels of your car. So, Don't leave the bicycle standing or lying in the car without a holder and strap to prevent the bicycle from moving. You can ensure that all passengers can sit comfortably and safely without being disturbed by the presence of the bicycle. You must pay attention to the placement of the bicycle which can obstruct the driver's view, especially at the rear of the vehicle.
Apart from putting it in the car cabin, You can also use a bike rack in your car. The application of a rear bicycle rack or trunk rack requires users to pay attention to several important things, such as the length of the car increasing and needing to pay more attention when parking, reduces access to the trunk, especially sedans and limits the driver's visibility to the rear. Besides that, You also have to pay attention to the length of the bicycle to ensure that it does not cross the width of a private car so as not to block the view of the side mirrors and prevent accidents due to too wide a bicycle.
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