Operation Manual

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► CONSTRUCTION
ROTWILD frames set standards
and stand for quality and inno-
vation in both detail solutions
and the construction material
used. Because our aim is to build
the best possible bike. For us,
this is both a demand and a
challenge which we must always
address during the engineering
process and the choice of the
latest materials
(E.g. Aluminium AI 7046 T6, CFP). These demands are passed on to our tube
suppliers and the frame constructors who translate the stringent criteria of our
development engineers into products at the leading edge of technology. After a
complex manufacturing process, our frames are meticulously assembled as frame
sets or complete bikes at ADP in Dietzenbach/Frankfurt a.M. This is also where the
final quality control is performed; continuous quality management during the whole
manufacturing process ensures the sustained high quality, extraordinary precision
and finish of our products.
► TESTING PHASE / TEST-LAB / RACING
Prototypes are a significant milestone in the
development of production bikes. On a working
model, all construction details – not only the
frame, but also the fittings – are subjected to
exhaustive function and reliability tests within
the context of long-term endurance testing. The
operational stability of new technologies and
materials are tested in our own testing facilities before being released for serial
production. The basis here is a practice orientated, sport-related series of loading
trials. Professional riders are contributing
partners throughout the development
process. They try the material to its limits
and beyond. Our team cyclists provide
the necessary and comprehensive
feedback, new ideas and improvement
recommendations for our prototypes. At
the end of the process, we have the best
bike for the intended purpose.