Brakes - Scott GENIUS 920 General Manual

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BRAKES

Brakes (a) are used for adjusting one's speed to the surrounding terrain and traffic.
In an emergency situation, the brakes must bring your SCOTT bike to a halt as
quickly as possible.
In the event of such emergency brakings, the rider's weight shifts forward abruptly,
thus reducing the load on the rear wheel. The rate of deceleration is primarily lim-
ited by the danger of the rear wheel losing contact with the ground, resulting in an
overturning of the SCOTT bike and, secondly, by the grip of the tyres on the road
(b). Such a problem becomes particularly acute when riding downhill. Therefore, in
case of an emergency braking you should try to shift your weight towards the rear
and the ground as far as possible.
Actuate both brakes simultaneously (c) and bear in mind that, due to the weight
transfer, the front brakes can generate a far better braking effect on a surface with
good grip.
The braking conditions on unpaved surfaces and when it is wet or dirty differ, i.e.
overbraking the front wheel can make the wheel slip away.
Make yourself familiar with the operation before you set off for the first time. Prac-
tice braking on different kinds of surfaces in an area free of traffic.
For more information see the chapter "Brakes" in your detailed original SCOTT
operating instructions "Trekking and Trekking-Pedelec", "MTB and MTB-Pedelec"
and "Road Bike" on the SCOTT web page and your model specific manual. For
additional information on your bicycle and the web links for the component man-
ufacturers, please visit the manual pages of the bike brand you have purchased via
your Quick Start Manual.
WARNING
The assignment of brake lever to brake calliper can vary, e.g. left lever acts
on front brake. Have a look at the SCOTT handover report in the Quick Start
Manual and check whether the brake lever of the front brake is on the side
you are used to (right or left). If it is not, ask your SCOTT dealer to switch the
brake levers before you set off for the first time.
Be careful while getting used to the brakes. Practice emergency stops in a
place clear of traffic until you are comfortable controlling your SCOTT bike.
This can save you from having accidents in road traffic.
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