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SAFETY CHECK
Safety Check
1. Brakes
2. Wheels and Tyres
3. Steering
4. Chain
5. Bearings
6. Cranks and Pedals
7. Derailleurs
8. Frame and Fork
9. Accessories
10. Motor Drive Assembly and
Throttle
11. Battery Pack
Basic Steps
o Ensure front and rear brakes work properly.
o Ensure brake pads are not over worn and are correctly positioned in
relation to the rims.
o Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and
display no obvious wear.
o Ensure brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the
handlebars.
o Ensure tyres are inflated to within the recommended limits displayed on
the tire sidewalls.
o Ensure ties have tread and have no BULGES OR EXCESSIVE WEAR.
o Ensure rims run true and have no obvious wobbles or kinks.
o Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken.
o Check axle nuts and quick releases to ensure they are tight. If your
bicycle is outfitted with quick release axles, ensure the locking levers are
correctly tensioned and in the closed position.
o Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and
allow proper steering.
o Ensure the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the
direction of travel.
o Ensure the chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly.
o Extra care is required in wet or dusty conditions
o Ensure all bearings are lubricated, run freely and display no excess
movement, grinding or rattling.
o Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket
bearings.
o Ensure pedals are securely tightened to the cranks.
o Ensure the cranks are securely tightened and are not bent.
o Check that the derailleur(s) are adjusted and functioning properly.
o Ensure shift and brake levers are attached to the handlebar securely.
o Ensure all brake and shift cables are properly lubricated.
o Check that the frame and fork are not bent or broken.
o If either are bent or broken, they should be replaced.
o Ensure all reflectors are properly fitted and not obscured.
o Ensure all other fitting on the bike are properly secured and functioning.
o Ensure rider is earing helmet and any other required riding safety gear.
o Ensure hub motor is spinning smoothly and the motor bearings are in
good working order.
o Ensure battery is charged before use.
o Ensure there is no damage to battery pack.
o Lock battery to frame and check to see that it is secured.
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