This specification establishes the testing requirements for the structural performance of Condition 1 bicycle frames. The bicycle frames shall undergo horizontal and vertical loading fatigue tests, and impact strength test in accordance to a referenced ASTM test method. Frames that fail to meet the performance requirements shall be rejected.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification establishes testing requirements for the structural performance properties of Condition 1 bicycle frames.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

Index Terms

bicycles; bicycle frames; Condition 1 bicycle frames; road bike;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 43.150 (Cycles)

Citing ASTM Standards

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