Operation Manual

8
BEFORE EVERY RIDE
Before every journey you must check the following points:
Are the quick releases on the wheels, the stem and the seatpost clamp all correctly fastened?
Read more on pages 22 – 23 of this manual.
• Is the tension lever on the stem hinge closed correctly? Are all hinge parts for the stem hinge
present? More information on page 24 – 26.
• Is the quick release lever on the height adjustable stem closed?
• Is the pin of the height adjustable stem fully snapped into one of the holes.
Read more on page 18.
• Are the rear swingarm catch and the front swingarm catch both correctly engaged? More
about this on pages 27 – 29.
• Are the tires in good condition, are they running true and are they at the correct pressure?
More on this topic on pages 44 – 45.
• Perform a stationary brake test by pulling the levers hard towards the handlebar. The brake
pads should press with their full area against the rims, without touching the tire. You should
not be able to pull the lever right up to the handlebar! Further tips on braking on pages
30 – 35.
• Check that the dynamo is securely mounted. Does the light illuminate properly?
More on lighting on page 55.
• Is the max. load not exceeded (page 6)?
• As you ride, always listen out for unusual rattling noises or unusual handling – these could
indicate a problem. If this occurs, check bearings, pivots, all fasteners and parts of the folding
mechanism.
Do not ride the bike if your bike fails any of these checks! If in doubt, always
consult your dealer. A defective bike can lead to serious accidents!
DANGER!