Tyres And Tubes - ISLABIKES Icons Janis Owner's Manual

Tyres and Tubes

Tyre wear – Regularly check tyres for general wear and tear. Overtime
your tyres will become more worn and can become more susceptible
to punctures.
Tyre pressure – Regularly check your Islabike tyre pressure as they
slowly go down over time. To check, simply push your thumb hard onto the
tyre or use a pressure gauge fitted to most quality bicycle track pumps. If
you can touch the rim this probably needs some more air.
You should not exceed the maximum tyre pressure printed on the
sidewall of the tyre. We recommend approx. 70% of the maximum
tyre pressure illustrated on your tyre. To inflate presta valves you
must first open the valve by unscrewing and tapping the valve end
to relieve it if stuck. Inflate to correct pressure and then carefully
re-tighten to close the valve.
Use our guide to inflate your tyres, https://www.islabikes.co.uk/knowledge/
technical-support/maintaining-your-islabike/
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Drivetrain
The drivetrain is a category of components made up of the chain, cranks,
cassette and pedals. These components work together to drive your Islabike
forward and are crucial in maintaining the optimum performance and life of
your Islabike. To keep these running smoothly we advise the following.
Chain cleaning and lubricating – We recommend cleaning & lubricating
your chain weekly or after washing/rain. Simply use soapy water to wipe over
your chain and rear derailleur then dry with a cloth. Then gently apply any
general bicycle oil direct whilst simultaneously turning the cranks backwards
to ensure full chain coverage. Wipe off any surplus oil with a cloth.
Gears
Your Islabike has had its gears adjusted prior to delivery. These should be
checked periodically or after a fall to ensure they are operating correctly.
Quick check:
Ensure your rear derailleur hanger is not twisted or bent.
Place your Islabike in gear 1 or the biggest sprocket and look from
the rear. Look out to see if the rear derailleur is fouling the spokes
or looks twisted.
If the gears are not working correctly contact our technical support team
on +44 (0)800 008 6297 or email techsupport@islabikes.co.uk.
www.islabikes.co.uk