Ital E-Bike user manual - Edition 01 - 2020
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c
hecking
the
Brakes
F
aulty brakes
can
cause hazardous riding conditions, falls and accidents.
Mal-
functioning brakes could be life threatening.
• Check your braking system with particular attention.
• During everyday use the discs and the brake pads wear out diminishing their braking
power. They must be replaced periodically.
• Apply the brakes and try to move the bike, both wheels must stay locked.
• Dirty brake discs must be cleaned immediately.
• The presence of oil and grease on the brake discs can reduce the braking power and
lead to dangerous riding conditions, falls and accidents.
• Check that the brake disc is not damaged. It must be free of nicks, cracks, deep
scratches and any other mechanical damage.
c
hecking
the
side
stand
Riding with the stand down can cause serious falls. The same applies if the stand opens
by itself during travel.
A side stand which is bent, too short or too long can not guarantee the stability of your
bike which could later fall, injuring you or other people.
• Repair or replace the stand at a
n
Ital E-Bike
Service Centre, if it
is bent.
•
S
ide stands with adjustable length
should be
adjust to the right
length so that your e-bike is stable.
• Perform a visual inspection of the screws connecting the stand.
