Safety Checklist - Kogan FORTIS 700C User Manual

SAFETY CHECKLIST

Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following safety checks:
Brakes:
• Ensure front and rear brakes work properly.
• Ensure brake pads are not over worn and are correctly positioned
in relation to the rims.
• Ensure brake control cables are properly lubricated, correctly
adjusted, and display no obvious wear.
• Ensure brake control levers are properly lubricated and tightly
secured to the handlebar.
Derailleurs:
• Check that the front and rear derailleurs are adjusted and
functioning properly.
• Ensure that the shi er levers are securely attached.
• Ensure that derailleurs, shi levers, and control cables are properly
lubricated.
• Shi through all the gears while pedaling to ensure that the
derailleurs are adjusted and functioning properly.
Cranks & Pedals:
• Ensure pedals are securely tightened to the cranks.
• Ensure cranks are securely tightened to the bottom bracket and
are not bent.
Frame & Fork:
• Check that the frame and fork are not bent, broken, or cracked.
• If either are found to be bent, broken, or cracked, they should be
replaced.
Wheels & Tires:
• Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended range as
displayed on the tire sidewall.
• Ensure tires have tread and have no bulges or excessive wear.
• Ensure rims run true and have no obvious wobbles or kinks.
• Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken.
• Check that axle nuts are tight.
• Do not over inflate.