ASTM F2043-13
(Classification)Standard Classification for Bicycle Usage
Standard Classification for Bicycle Usage
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 This classification provides a uniform set of usage definitions within the bicycle industry. Included within this classification is a set of graphical indicators to provide retailers and consumers with an indication of the intended use of a particular bicycle or aftermarket components.
SCOPE
1.1 This classification covers bicycle usage conditions and a method of identifying bicycles and components for use within that system.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.
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Designation:F2043 −13 An American National Standard
Standard Classification for
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Bicycle Usage
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2043; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 3.1.7 sidewalk bicycle, n—bicycle meeting the definition of
a sidewalk bicycle as defined in 16 CFR 1512.
1.1 This classification covers bicycle usage conditions and a
3.1.8 technical skill, n—advanced riding technique that
method of identifying bicycles and components for use within
requires rapid changes in speed, direction, and balance.
that system.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
4. Significance and Use
standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.
4.1 This classification provides a uniform set of usage
definitions within the bicycle industry. Included within this
2. Referenced Documents
classification is a set of graphical indicators to provide retailers
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2.1 Federal Standard: and consumers with an indication of the intended use of a
16 CFR 1512 Title 16—Commercial Practices, Chapter
particular bicycle or aftermarket components.
11—Consumer Product Safety Commission, Part 1512—
5. Basis of Classification
Requirements for Bicycles
5.1 Uses:
3. Terminology
5.1.1 Condition 0—This is a set of conditions for operation
of a children’s bicycle under appropriate parental supervision
3.1 Definitions:
in a manner consistent with the child’s bicycling skills.
3.1.1 aftermarket, n—components intended for use on a
Bicycles intended for this use are “sidewalk bicycles.” In
bicyclebutnotincludedasoriginalequipmentwiththebicycle.
addition, bicycles intended for this condition are limited to
3.1.2 bicycle, n—two-wheeled, single-track, articulated ve-
riders at least three years old and weighing less than 36 kg (80
hicle with pedals and seat that is solely human powered.
lb). Bicycles intended for this use classification shall be
3.1.3 components, n—devices or equipment added to a
identified in accordance with the labeling requirements of
bicycle frame to render it a complete, functional unit (for
Section 6 using the graphical symbol (icon) illustrated in Fig.
example, brakes, shifters, gears, and so forth).
1. The icon in this figure is black on a white background with
3.1.4 conditions, n—generalized description of surface en- a black border.
vironments or speeds where a bicycle may be ridden. 5.1.2 Condition 1—This is a set of conditions for the
operation of a bicycle on a regular paved surface where the
3.1.5 drop, n—event when only a single wheel leaves the
tires are intended to maintain ground contact. Bicycles in-
groundatatimeforalowerelevationinwhichtheheightofthe
tended for this use classification shall be identified in accor-
drop is the maximum height above the landing surface of the
dance with the labeling requirements of Section 6 using the
lowest spot on the tire.
graphical symbol (icon) illustrated in Fig. 2. The icon in this
3.1.6 jump, n—event when both bicycle wheels leave the
figure is green on a white background with a black border.
ground in which the height of a jump is the maximum height
5.1.3 Condition 2—This is a set of conditions for the
above ground of the lowest point of the higher wheel when
operation of a bicycle that includes Condition 1 as well as
both wheels are off the ground.
unpaved and gravel roads and trails with moderate grades. In
this set of conditions, contact with irregular terrain and loss of
tire contact with the ground may occur. Drops are intended to
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This classification is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F08 on Sports
be limited to 15 cm (6 in.) or less. Bicycles intended for this
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilitiesand is the direct responsibility of
use classification shall be identified in accordance with the
Subcommittee F08.10 on Bicycles.
labeling requirements of Section 6 using the graphical symbol
Current edition approved Nov. 1, 2013. Published December 2013. Originally
approved in 2000. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F2043 – 09. DOI:
(icon) illustrated in Fig. 3. The icon in this figure is green on a
10.1520/F2043-13.
white background with a black border.
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5.1.4 Condition 3—This is a set of conditions for operation
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www.access.gpo.gov. of a bicycle that includes Condition 1 and Condition 2 as well
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Designation: F2043 − 09 F2043 − 13 An American National Standard
Standard Classification for
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Bicycle Usage
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2043; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 1.1 This classification covers bicycle usage conditions and a systemmethod of identifying bicycles and components for use
within that system.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 Federal Standard:
16 CFR 1512 Title 16—Commercial Practices, Chapter 11—Consumer Product Safety Commission, Part 1512—Requirements
for Bicycles
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions:
3.1.1 aftermarket, n—components intended to be fitted to for use on a bicycle but not included as original equipment with the
bicycle.
3.1.2 bicycle, n—two-wheeled, single-track, articulated vehicle with pedals and seat that is solely human powered.
3.1.3 components, n—devices or equipment added to a bicycle frame to render it a complete, functional unit (for example,
brakes, shifters, gears, and so forth).
3.1.4 conditions, n—generalized description of surface environments andor speeds where a bicycle may be ridden.
3.1.5 drop, n—event when only a single wheel leaves the ground at a time for a lower elevation in which the height of the drop
is the maximum height above the landing surface of the lowest spot on the tire.
3.1.6 jump, n—event when both bicycle wheels leave the ground in which the height of a jump is the maximum height above
ground of the lowest point of the higher wheel when both wheels are off the ground.
3.1.7 sidewalk bicycle, n—bicycle meeting the definition of a sidewalk bicycle as defined in 16 CFR 1512.
3.1.8 technical, technical skill, adj—n—riding environment requiring advanced riding technique that requires rapid changes in
speed, direction, and balance.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 This classification provides a uniform set of usage definitions within the bicycle industry. Included within this classification
is a set of graphical indicators to provide retailers and consumers with an indication of the intended use of a particular bicycle or
aftermarket components.
5. Basis of Classification
5.1 Uses:
5.1.1 Condition 0—This is a set of conditions for operation of a children’s bicycle under appropriate parental supervision in a
manner consistent with the child’s bicycling skills. Bicycles intended for this use are “sidewalk bicycles.” In addition, bicycles
intended for this condition are limited to riders at least three years old and weighing less than 36 kg (80 lb). Bicycles intended for
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This classification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilitiesand is the direct responsibility
of Subcommittee F08.10 on Bicycles.
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2009Nov. 1, 2013. Published February 2009December 2013. Originally approved in 2000. Last previous edition approved in 20002009
as F2043 – 00.F2043 – 09. DOI: 10.1520/F2043-09.10.1520/F2043-13.
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www.access.gpo.gov.
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this use classification shall be identified in accordance with the labeling requirements of Section 6 using the graphical symbol
(icon) illustrated in Fig. 1. The icon in this figure is black on a white background with a black border.
5.1.2 Condition 1—This is a set of conditions for the operation of a bicycle on a regular paved surface or smooth unpaved
surfaces where the tires may unintentionally lose are intended to maintain ground contact. Bicycles intended for this use
classification shall be identified in accordance with the labeling requirements of Section 6 using the graphical symbol (icon)
illustrated in Fig. 2. The icon in this figure is green on a white background with a black border.
5.1.3 Condition 2—This is a set of conditions for the operation of a bicycle that includes Condition 1 as well as unpaved and
gravel roads and trails with moderate grades. In this set of cond
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