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Operation
6.15
Using the handlebars
Wear heavily padded cycling gloves.
This supports sensitive areas of your palms.
Vary your grip position continuously while
riding.
This prevents overstraining and fatigue in your
hands.
6.15.1 Using multi-position handlebars
Only applies to pedelecs with this equipment
Multi-position handlebars are ideal for dynamic
riding. The contoured ends of the handlebars, also
known as horn handlebars, provide a variety of
grip options. Changing muscle groups reduces
strain on the hands, arms and back during longer
rides.
Vary your grip position continuously while
riding.
This prevents overstraining and fatigue in your
hands.
Figure 141: Grip positions on the multi-position
handlebars
Grip position 1
The top grip position is suitable for riding slowly.
Straighten your upper body without tensioning
in this position.
Grip position 2 and 3
The middle and bottom grip position is suitable for
fast rides and riding on inclines.
In the middle position, hold the arm and wrist
upright and relax tension.
In the bottom position, place your upper body
slightly lower. Keep your fingers close to the
brake handle ready for use.
6.15.2 Using bar ends
Only applies to pedelecs with this equipment
Bar ends can be added to normal handlebars.
Adjustable bar ends feature a ball joint which you
can use to choose the optimum position as
required.
Adjust bar ends correctly. To do so, your hand,
elbow and shoulder must be in line with one
another when the hand takes hold of the bar
ends
During the ride, keep varying your grip position
between a flat (1) and upright (2) hand
position.
This prevents overstraining, fatigue and
numbness in your hands and fingers.
Figure 142: Grip positions on a bar end
6.15.3 Using leather handles
Only applies to pedelecs with this equipment
Sweat and grease from the skin are two of the
greatest enemies of leather. They penetrate the
surface of leather and cause it to disintegrate
more quickly, meaning the leather can soften and
abrade.
Wear gloves.
Sunlight and UV light damage the colour and can
cause the leather to dry out and fade.
Park pedelec in the shade.
Moisture may cause the leather to detach from
material beneath and mould may form.
If the leather handles get wet, dry handles
completely.
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