Operation Manual

8.4.1.2.6 Sram brake/gear lever combination for racing bike

1. Pedal in the direction of the drive.

2. Operate lever A gently until you feel an engagement and then release the lever again immediately.

8.4.1.2.7 Shimano twist grip gear change for MTB

1. Pedal in the direction of the drive.

2. Seen from the right-hand side, rotate the gear switch handle in a clockwise direction until you hear a

clear click.

3. To skip several gears, keep turning the gear switch handle accordingly.

8.4.2 Hub gear

Our bikes with hub gears are available with 8 and 11 gears. Operation is the same in both versions.

8.4.2.1 Switching to a lower gear

NOTE:

Here, a lower gear means a lower gear ratio. This makes it easier to climb gradients.

8.4.2.1.1 Shimano Alfine

1. While riding: Reduce your pedalling power.

2. Press gear lever A past the first click position until an audible click is heard and then release it again.

3. To skip several gears, keep pressing the lever. The number of clicks corresponds to the number of

further connected gears.

4. You can also operate the gearshift while standing still.

8.4.2.2 Switching to a higher gear

NOTE:

Here, a higher gear means a greater gear ratio. This allows you to ride faster, but you need greater pedalling

power.

8.4.2.2.1 Shimano Alfine

1. While riding: Reduce your pedalling power.

2. Operate lever B until you feel an engagement and then release the lever again immediately.

3. You can also operate the gearshift while standing still.