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BEFORE EVERY RIDE
CHECk THE FOLLOWING POINTS BEFORE EVERY
RIDE:
1. Are the quick-release levers of the front and rear
wheel, seat post and other components as well as
of available thru axles properly closed? For more
information, read chapter
“How to use quick-re-
leases and thru axles”
.
2. Are the tyres in good condition and do they have
sufficient pressure? Spin the wheels to check
whether the rims are true. Also look out for tyres
with ruptured sides or broken axles or spokes
while you do this. For more information, read chap-
ter
“The wheels - tyres, inner tubes and air pres-
sure”
.
3. Test the brakes while standing by firmly pulling
brake levers towards the handlebars. A pressure
point should be reached after the lever has only
travelled a short distance; the lever must, howev-
er, not touch the handlebars! Make sure no liquid
leaks out from hydraulic (disc) brakes. For more
information about the brakes, read chapter
“The
brake system“
.
BEFORE EVERY RIDE
Improperly closed quick-releases can
cause bicycle components to come loose.
Risk of an accident!
You should not be able to pull the brake lever all the way to the
handlebars
Do not use your Canyon, if it fails on one of
these points!
Check the tyre pressure
4. If you intend to ride on public roads or in the dark,
check the lighting set, see chapter “Legal require-
ments”.
5. Let your Canyon bounce on the ground from a
small height. If there is any rattling, see where it
comes from. Check the bearings and bolted con-
nections, if necessary.
6. Due to their intended use, freeride bikes, such as
the Strive or the Torque, must withstand particular
strains. If you are owner of such a bike, be sure to
check it for impairments and material fatigue, such
as cracks, dents and bends, before every ride.
7. The major accessory for a successful cycling tour
is a small tool bag fitted underneath the saddle.
The tool kit should include two plastic tyre levers,
the most commonly used Allen keys, a spare tube,
a tyre repair kit, your mobile phone and a little
cash. Do not forget a tyre pump mounted to the
frame.
8. Take a sturdy lock with you, if you intend to leave
your Canyon in a public area. The only way to pro-
tect your Canyon against theft in a public area is to
lock it to an immovable object!
BEFORE EVERY RIDE
!
To safe your Canyon from damage,
please observe the maximum overall load
and the regulations regarding the transport of
baggage and children given in chapter
“Intend-
ed use”
. Furthermore, we recommend reading
chapter
“Transport of your Canyon bike”
before
transporting your Canyon by car or plane.
Emergency kit
During use your Canyon is undergoing
stress resulting from the surface of the
road and through the rider’s action. Due to these
dynamic loads, the different parts of your bike
react with wear. Please check your Canyon reg-
ularly for wear marks as well as for scratches,
dents, bent parts and incipient cracking. Compo-
nents that have passed their normal service life
may suddenly fail. Have your Canyon inspected
regularly so that components can be replaced, if
necessary. For more information on maintenance
and operational safety, read chapters
“General
notes on care and inspection”
,
“Recommended
tightening torques”
and
“Service and maintenance
schedule”
.
Never ride without lighting in the dark
