On 06/04/2005 05:21 AM, "MARK" <mhoffman0@snet.net> wrote:
> While browsing ebay, I came upon this statement regarding a new bike offering.
> It seemed contradictory, so I opted to ask here rather than question the
> seller:
>
> Mine are all in LEGAL YELLOW - this color is called that as it is illegal to
> put on bikes, scooters, or cars in some areas of Europe. This is the perfect
> color if you want to be seen; on track or in traffic.
>
> Can anyone enlighten me on this?
He's probably referring to "emergency yellow", the color that fire engines and other emergency vehicles and warning signs are often painted ...
Although I've never heard of it actually being illegal to paint private vehicles this particular colour anywhere.
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