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Seat and Seat-post
Make sure that seat and seat-post are correctly tightened and positioned.
Bearings
• Check that all bearings are properly adjusted and apply lubricant if needed.
• Ensure they are not too loose, and that they have not seized up.
• Check steering bearings, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings.
Crank set and Pedals
Make sure that the pedals are correctly tightened and that the teeth of the crank set do not
show any unusual wear.
Accessories
• Check front and rear lights; also check that bell is working.
• Ensure that the reflectors are not hidden or obstructed.
• Check that the battery is correctly fitted and secured.
• Make sure that the rider wears a helmet.
Torque Specifications
• The handlebar is fitted to a stem. The height of some stems can be adjusted. If you
must dismantle the handlebar or turn it to transport the bicycle, please make sure that
you correctly reassemble and centre the handlebars; check the position by placing your
hands on the grips to find the best position. Make sure all bolts are correctly tightened.
Once handlebar and stem are assembled, make sure that the brake and derailleur
sheaths are free. Recommended torque specification: 13-14Nm. Recommended torque
specification for the rear rack is 16Nm.
• You can adjust the angle of the stem by adjusting the bolt located under the stem
using an Allen key. Once you have found the desired angle, tighten the stem to the
headset. Recommended torque specifications are 18-20Nm.
• If you remove nut fitted wheels, make sure that when you replace them using the
minimal recommended torque specification of 30Nm for the rear wheel and 25Nm for
the front wheel.
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