User manual

FOLDING BIKE
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ImPOrTanT nOTes
BraKes
The left brake lever operates the front
brake, and the right brake lever operates
the rear brake.
NOTE: If you have purchased your bike in
United Kingdom, Japan or Australia, your
brakes are positioned oppositely. The
right lever controls the front brake while
the left lever controls the rear brake. All
brakes should be adjusted according to
local regulations.
Be careful to use front and rear brake simulta-
neously, and avoid locking up the front wheel,
as this can cause a loss of steering control, and
possible crash. Wet weather will increase your
braking distance.
Check your brakes: Press each brake
lever to make sure that there is no binding
and that the brake pads press hard
enough on the rims to stop the bike. The
brake pads should be adjusted so they
are 1 to 2 mm away from the rim when
the brakes are not applied. Brake pads
should be centered on the rim.
Do NOT ride the Bigfish folding bike until the
brakes are functioning properly. To test, apply
the brakes while trying to push the bike forward
to make sure the brakes will stop the bike.
WHeels & TYres
Fully pumped tyres improve the riding
comfort, wear slower and have less
chance of a puncture. The tyres lose air
when standing for longer periods of time.
Standing on flat tyres for a long period
can damage the tyres.
Check the pressure of your tyres regularly
and fill them up with air when necessary.
To pump the tyres, use a pump that
is suitable for Schrader valve (car tyre
valve). At least once a month ensure the
air pressure in the tyres is correct (2,4 –
3,1 bar /35-45 PSI).
Ride only with the correct tyre air pressure and
sufficient tyre tread depth. Riding with tyre air
pressure too low and/or riding over pavements,
sharp-edged obstacles etc. can damage rims
and tyres.
Examine tyres for worn areas, bulges
and damage. Make sure rims are clean.
Use a damp cloth to clean the rims. Take
your bike to your local dealer for regular
examination of the rim-wear.
In no case should rims and brake pads
come into contact with a lubricant or greasy
substance. Make sure there are no loose or
damaged spokes. If loose or damaged spokes
are found, do NOT ride the Bigfish folding bike,
take it to your local dealer for repair or contact
us at info@bigfishbike.com.
It is recommended to regularly replace
components that are exposed to high
friction (brake pads, tyres).