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F IR ST U SE A DVI C E
A first ride with your new bicycle is recommended to gain confidence with it; choo-
se a simple route, away from traffic, other cyclists, obstacles and dangers.
Become familiar with the controls, functionality and performance of your new bi-
cycle.
Get to know the brake system of the bicycle, by doing braking tests at reduced
speed, moving the weight of the body backwards and gently pressing on the brake,
starting from the rear.
An excessive or sudden usage of the front brake could throw your body against the
handlebar.
Operating the brakes with too much energy could block the wheels, causing loss
of control and falling.
If the gear is present, practice it during first ride.
Remember not to operate the gear lever while pedalling backwards, nor to pedal
backwards immediately after operating the gear lever, as this could block the chain
and cause serious damage to the bicycle.
MAIN TEN AN C E AN D REPAI R
Your bicycle requires a minimum of maintenance and regular technical inspection,
which depends on the use you make of it:
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regularly check the tires and their wear;
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if there are cuts or cracks, replace the tire if necessary.
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Check the rims and the absence of excessive wear, deformations, blows,
cracks.
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Lubricate the chain regularly;
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Make sure that the vehicle battery remains charged even when not in
use, to avoid under voltage which can damage the battery.
Maintenance of the bicycle must be carried out regularly by a qualified technician.
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