Operation Manual

Cycle Maintenance
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If the cycle is equipped with a rear derailleur that features a chain adjuster lock:
x Use the lever on the top of the rear derailleur to deactivate the derailleur before
removing the rear wheel.
If the cycle has thru-axles, refer to the “Wheels and tyres / Fitting and removing the front/
rear wheel” chapter.
x Have your dealer explain how to use thru-axles if necessary.
If the cycle has a combination of hub and derailleur shifting systems, then the shift box
must be removed first before removing the rear wheel as with a derailleur shifting system.
x Refer to information from the manufacturer about fitting and removing the shift box.
x Have the shift box fitted and removed by your dealer if you lack the necessary
expertise and the tools required.
14.11.4 Removing clincher or folding tyres
NOTE
Damage to the inner tube due to a ruined or worn tyre.
Risk of damage!
x If the fabric of a tyre has been ruined by a foreign body or
wear, replace the tyre.
To remove clincher or folding tyres, follow these steps:
1. Unscrew the valve cap and lower knurled nut from the valve
(see “Illustr.: Removing clincher or folding tyres (A)”).
2. Completely deflate the inner tube.
3. Press the tyre from the rim sidewall towards the centre of the rim around the entire
circumference of the tyre.
4. Push one tyre lever between the tyre and rim approximately 5 cm/2.0" to the right
of the valve.
5. Lever the sidewall of the tyre over the edge of the rim and hold the tyre lever firmly
in this position.
6. Push the second tyre lever between the tyre and rim approximately 5 cm/2.0" to
the left of the valve (see “Illustr.: Removing clincher or folding tyres (B)”).
7. Lever the sidewall of the tyre over the edge of the rim with the second tyre lever.
8. Push the second tyre lever along the rim to completely release the rim sidewall.