Operation Manual

Cycle Safety
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3.7 Notes on wear
WARNING
Malfunction due to excessive wear, material fatigue or loose
screw joints.
Risk of accident and injury!
x Check your cycle regularly.
x Do not use the cycle if you find excessive wear or loose screw
joints.
x Do not use the cycle if you find any cracks, deformation or
discolouration.
x Have the cycle checked by your dealer if you find excessive
wear or loose screw joints.
Some cycle components are consumable parts. Heavy stress and incorrect use will
increase and/or speed up wear. Different materials have distinct wear characteristics.
x Consult your dealer about cycle components that are subject to wear.
x Regularly check the state of all consumable parts (see the “Before setting off /
Before every ride” and “Maintenance” chapters).
x Clean and maintain consumable parts regularly (see the “Cleaning” and
“Maintenance” chapters).
x The following consumable parts are subject to wear in the course of proper use,
and are not covered against operational wear under the guarantee
(see the “Warranty” chapter):
– Wheels (rims, spokes, hubs)
– Rims in conjunction with a rim brake
– Tyres
– Chainrings, sprockets, bottom bracket and rear derailleur rollers
– Shift and brake cables
– Shift and brake cable casings
– Brake pads and brake discs
– Various other brake components
– Handlebar tapes and handlebar grips