Operation Manual

CycleWheels and tyres
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Models with closed fork ends:
1. Align the front/rear wheel between the fork ends so that the fork ends and wheel
hub form a straight line.
x If applicable, follow the specifications regarding the front/rear wheel running
direction. This specification generally relates to the tyre tread and can be found
on the sidewall of the tyre.
2. Push the thru-axle through the fork ends and the wheel hub.
3. Screw the hub axle nut clockwise onto the thru-axle until hand-tight.
4. Fix the hub axle nut in place using a suitable tool and tighten the thru-axle by
turning it clockwise with a torque wrench.
10.3.2.2 Removal
Models with open fork ends:
1. Loosen the hub axle nut until you can move the thru-axle between the fork ends.
2. Remove the front/rear wheel and thru-axle from the fork ends.
Models with closed fork ends:
1. Unscrew the thru-axle from the hub axle nut using a suitable tool, and remove the
nut.
2. Secure the front/rear wheel.
3. Pull the thru-axle out of the fork ends and wheel hub.
4. Remove the front/rear wheel.
10.3.3 Front/rear wheels with lever-type thru-axles
10.3.3.1 Fitting
Models with open fork ends:
1. Push the thru-axle through the wheel hub and give the hub axle nut one or two
turns to screw it onto the thru-axle.
2. Insert the front/rear wheel and thru-axle into the fork ends.
x If applicable, follow the specifications regarding the front/rear wheel running
direction. This specification generally relates to the tyre tread and can be found
on the sidewall of the tyre.