Cube Road bike, Handbook

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ADjustINg AND usINg yOuR BIKE ROAD BIKE | EN | 23
When touring for several days brake
disk, brake blocks and brake pads can
wear a lot.
When touring like this carry spare brake
blocks and replacement pads with you.
Only replace them yourself if you are
familiar with this job. Please consult
your dealer.
If you cannot replace them yourself
have them done by a trained specialist.
6.7 Check crankset and chain
1. Turn the right hand crank counter clockwise
and note the chain rings and the pinion
cassette.
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The chain rings and pinions must have no
axial run-out.
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There must be no debris present. Remove
the latter if this is easily possible.
2. Press the left crank in the position shown
against the chain stay.
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You should feel no play.
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There must be no audible creaking or
rattling sounds.
3. Check the chain for damage.
S At no point on the chain should there
be, for example, any damaged chain side
fishplates, protruding rivet pins or seized
and immobile chain links.
4. In a static position turn the right crank counter
to the direction of drive and observe running
of the chain at the gear change rollers on the
change mechanism.
5. The chain must run smoothly over the change
rollers and must not jump.
7 Adjusting and using your
bike
You can perform some adjustments to your bike
yourself. Only do these jobs yourself if you
have the appropriate technical knowledge and
experience and the right tools for the job.
7.1 Adjusting the adjustable stem
(optional)
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Many bikes are fitted with an adjustable stem,
the height and angle of which can be adjusted.
Only have adjustment carried out in a specialist
workshop!
7.2 Adjust saddle position
Your saddle will be secured with one or two
clamping bolts.
To adjust it you need a hexagonal socket of the
right size and a torque wrench.
1. To adjust the horizontal position or inclination
of your saddle:
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Loosen the clamping bolt(s) a few turns
until the saddle can be easily turned and/
or in inclination angle adjusted.