Operation Manual

CycleBefore setting off
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2 Before setting off
This chapter contains information about how to put the cycle into use.
2.1 Before every ride
WARNING
Material breakage due to usage-related wear and loose screw
joints.
Risk of accident and injury!
x Check the cycle according to the inspection instructions
before every ride.
x Only use the cycle if it is undamaged.
x Only use the cycle if you find no signs of excessive wear and
no loose screw or clip-type joints.
x Check the cycle according to the inspection instructions before every ride.
Inspection instructions
Screw and clip-type joints Visually inspect screw and clip-type joints
Brakes Test brake functionality
Gear shifting system Test gear shifting system functionality
Wheels Visually inspect for correct positioning and alignment
Visually inspect thru-axles, quick releases and/or screw
joints
Tyres Visually inspect tyres for cracks or foreign bodies
Check and adjust tyre pressure
Frame Visually inspect frame for cracks, deformation or discol-
ouration
Suspension Test functionality by compressing and extending
Rims and spokes Visually inspect rims and spokes
Quick releases Check preload
Visually inspect quick releases for correct positioning
Saddle/seat post Visually inspect saddle/seat post