9.5 Servicing
1st Service after 3 months
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Check the wheels and the tyres. (Trueness of wheels, spoke tension, tyre
pressure, tyre condition.)
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Check that all of the bike's tightened parts are securely fastened.
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Brakes: Check brake pad wear – Adjust the tautness of the cable – Check the efficiency of the
brakes.
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Check the steering play – Check that the handlebars are securely fastened
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Lubrication : Clean and lubricate the chain with a suitable lubricant
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Electrical system: Charge the battery for 5 hrs – clean the pedal sensor with a
sponge of lukewarm water – Check whether the electrical components are operating
correctly.
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Derailleur – Check whether changes between all of the gears are suitably
smooth, adjust if necessary.
Then a full service every year.
9.6 Regular checks
Be careful to check the following items :
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Is the battery charged?
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Do the brakes work properly? Are the brake pad nuts and bolts
properly tightened? Are the cables free from damage? Are the braking
surfaces clean and de-greased? Are any of the brake pads worn out?
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Is your bike properly adjusted? Are the saddle and handlebars adjusted
within the range of the maximum authorised positions? Are the handlebars
properly aligned with the front wheel?
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Is there still enough tension in the spokes? Are the wheels true? Are
any spokes broken? Is there any play in the wheels?
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Are the tyres properly inflated? Are they worn?
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Is the saddle stem properly tightened? Is the saddle properly
tightened?
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Do the lights work? Am I properly visible at night? Are the reflector
surfaces properly clean? Are the reflective tapes in place on the tyres
and, if so, are they clean?
