User guide

3.4 Weekly Checks

Each week your bicycle should be inspected. This will ensure that you achieve the safest

riding experience possible. In the event you nd the bicycle to be in need of a service

please seek the advice from your ByoCycle specialist.

Please Ensure The Following Items Are Done:

• Clean the bike thoroughly; including chainrings, chain and gears.

• Lubricate the chain and gear components with the appropriate lubricant (WD40 or

GT85 are not lubricants) if unsure of what to use seek advice from your ByoCycle Specialist.

• Check the brakes are adjusted correctly.

• Check the gears are indexed correctly.

• Check the tyres are pumped up with the appropriate level of air pressure.

3.5 Monthly Checks

In addition to the weekly checks, extended checks should be carried out monthly, or after

every 20 hours of riding.

Please Ensure The Following Items Are Inspected And Adjusted:

• Apply pressure to the brakes and rock the bike forward and backward to check for

any play in the headset. If it seems loose ask your ByoCycle specialist to inspect it and

adjust if needed.

• Lift the front wheel off the ground and turn the handlebars, if any resistance is felt, this

may require lubricant.

• Check the bottom bracket for play by pulling the pedal arm away from the bike. If it

seems loose ask your ByoCycle specialist to inspect it and adjust if needed.

• Check your wheels are true and running smoothly. If either of these appears to be less

than perfect, consult your ByoCycle specialist.

3.6 Lubrication

There are a few points of a bicycle that require regular lubrication, these are:

• Chain

• Dérailleur pivot points & pulley wheels

• Brake arm & lever pivot points

• Gear cables

3. Looking After Your Byocycle Cont.

Other Areas That Require Attention On A Less Regular Basis, But Should Be Serviced By

Your Byocycle Specialist, Are The:

• The headset

• Wheel bearings

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There are specic lubricants for all of these items, consult your ByoCycle specialist for more

information. By keeping these items lubricated it will extend the life of the parts.