Frame - IDEAL Bikes Trekking Series Original Instruction Manual

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Full suspension bicycles are not suit-
able for use with trailers and child
bike trailers!
The bearings and attachments are not de-
signed to withstand this sort of force. This
could result in strong wear and breaks with
serious consequences.
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Frame

Frame shapes vary according to the type and
function of the bicycle. Modern frames are made
of various materials, such as steel, aluminium al-
loys or carbon (carbon fibre).
Thanks to the evolution in materials and con-
struction techniques, it is nowadays possible to
produce all shapes of frames safely so they per-
form stably during riding. So despite a low step-
through, you can still be sure that your bicycle
is always safe on the roads, even with luggage
on board.
If your bicycle is stolen, it can be iden-
tified using its frame number. Please
always note down the full number in
the correct order. Otherwise it is impossible to
make a unique identification.
In the documentation you received from the
retailer when you purchased your bicycle,
there is also a section where the frame num-
ber is entered.
The frame number can also be engraved
on various parts of the frame. It is frequently
located in the seat tube, the dropouts or the
bottom bracket shell.
Lugged steel frame Welded aluminium frame
On no account should you ride with a
bent or broken frame. Never attempt
to repair damaged parts yourself.
Otherwise, there is a danger of accidents.
Faulty parts have to be replaced by a special-
ist retailer. Please only ride your bicycle again
when the parts affected have been replaced.
Faults on the frame or other parts can
cause accidents. If your bicycle does not ride
in a straight line without any problems, this
can be due to a bent frame or fork. Please
contact a specialist retailer to have the frame
and fork checked and possibly to have the
bike realigned.
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