Operation Manual

1 Welcome

In purchasing this bicycle you have chosen a product of high quality and

technology. Each component of your new bicycle has been designed, man-

ufactured and assembled with great care and expertise. Your dealer gave

the bicycle its final assembly and performed a function check to guarantee

proper operation. You can now set off to enjoy your new bicycle feeling safe

and secure.

This manual contains a wealth of information on the proper use of your

bicycle, its maintenance and operation as well as interesting details about

bicycle design and engineering. Please read these instructions thoroughly.

We are sure that even if you have been cycling all your life you will find it

worthwhile. Bicycle technology has developed at a rapid pace during recent

years. Therefore, before setting off on your new bicycle, be sure to read at

least the chapter “Before Your FIRST Ride“.

To have as much fun as possible during cycling, be sure to carry out the

minimum functional check described in chapter “Before EVERY Ride” be-

fore setting off. This manual cannot teach you the skills of a bicycle me-

chanic. Even a manual as big as an encyclopaedia could not describe every

possible combination of available bicycles and components. It therefore fo-

cuses on your newly purchased bicycle and standard components provid-

ing important information and warnings.

When doing maintenance or repair work, be aware that the detailed instruc-

tions provided in your manual only refer to these bicycles.

The information included here is not applicable to any other bicycle. As bi-

cycles come in a wide variety of designs with frequent model changes, the

routines described may not be complete. In addition, please observe the

instructions of the component suppliers that you have received from your

bicycle dealer.

Be aware that these instructions may require further explanation, depend-

ing on the experience and/or skills of the person doing the work. For some

jobs you may require additional (special) tools or supplementary instructions.

For your own safety, never do work on your bicycle unless you

feel absolutely sure about it. If you are in doubt or if you have

any questions, please contact your bicycle dealer!