GB 3565: Safety requirements for bicycles

The GB 3565 standard includes safety and performance requirements for the design, assembly and testing of bicycles and subassemblies intended for use on public roads and where the seat can be adjusted to provide a seat height of 635 mm or greater. It covers the guidelines for the instructions for use and maintenance of bicycles to be sold in the Chinese market.

In the GB 3565 standard; General requirements for Brakes, Steering, Frame-fork assembly, Front fork, Wheels, Rims, Tires and Tubes, Pedal and Pedal/Crank Drive, Seat, Chain, Chain guard, Lighting, Reflector, Warning Device, Instructions, Marking .

Tests under GB 3565 standard
• Brake Block Test
• Brake System Load Test
• Braking Performance Test
• Back Pedal Brake Linearity Test
• Steering Group Test
• Impact Tests on Frame-Fork Assembly
• Static Load Test (Wheel)
• Pedal Tests
• Saddle and Saddle Column Tests
• Road Test

GB 3565: Safety requirements for bicycles