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OVERVIEW
Recommendations and Component Control before Use
Before using your bicycle for the first time, you must check that all adjustments have been
correctly made.
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Check that the front and rear brakes work; check brake pads for wear.
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Check the cables and sheaths, and that the hydraulic system functions correctly.
Wheels and Tires
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Check tires are inflated to the pressure indicated (either in Bar or Psi) on the tire
sidewall.
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Check that the tires are in good condition and are free from cuts or bulges.
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Check the state of wheel rims and ensure that spokes are correctly tightened.
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Check that the wheels are correctly fitted to the bicycle, either by a quick-release
system or nuts.
Safety Warning: If a wheel rim or spokes are damaged, immediately replace the wheel.
Steering
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Check that the handlebar and stem are correctly tightened, and that they are in
line with the wheel and the fork.
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Check that the steering clamp is correctly tightened and adjusted in the right
direction.
Frame and Fork
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Check that the frame shows no signs of fatigue or damage, and that the fork works
correctly.
Chain
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Make sure that the chain is at the correct tension.
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Make sure that it is clean, rust free and properly oiled. Use adapted lubrication for
use in extreme weather conditions.
Seat and Seat-post
Make sure that seat and seat-post are correctly tightened and positioned.
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