First Ride - Flash FLASHV1 User Manual

VERY IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE:
Please also read and become thoroughly familiar with the
important information on the lifespan of your bicycle and its
components in Appendix B.
D. First ride
When you buckle on your helmet and go for your first famil-
iarization ride on your new bicycle, be sure to pick a con-
trolled environment, away from cars, other cyclists, obstacles
or other hazards. Ride to become familiar with the controls,
features and performance of your new bike.
Familiarize yourself with the braking action of the bike. Test
the brakes at slow speed, putting your weight toward the
rear and gently applying the brakes, rear brake first. Sudden
or excessive application of the front brake could pitch you
over the handlebars. Applying brakes too hard can lock up a
wheel, which could cause you to lose control and fall. Skid-
ding is an example of what can happen when a wheel locks
up.
Practice shifting the gears. Remember to never move the
shifter while pedaling backward, nor pedal backwards
immediately after having moved the shifter. This could jam
the chain and cause serious damage to the bicycle.
Check out the handling and response of the bike; and check
the comfort. If you have any questions, or if you feel anything
about the bike is not as it should be, consult your dealer
before you ride again.
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