still needs further
adjustment, proceed to step 2.
2
If brake is too tight or has too much slack, use a 10 mm open wrench to loosen
the brake cable
and adjust accordingly.
3
Inspect the brake pads (A)
• SIGNIFICANT SCRATCHES, GOUGES, DENTS OR SCORING
CREATE STARTING POINTS FOR CRACKS. Think about the cut
surface as a focal point for stress (in fact engineers call such
areas “stress risers,” areas where the stress is increased).
Perhaps you have seen glass cut? Recall how the glass was
scored and then broke on the scored line.
SIMPLE RULE 4 : Do not scratch,
gouge or score any surface. If
you do, pay frequent attention
to this area or replace the part.
• SOME CRACKS (particularly larger ones) MAY MAKE
CREAKING NOISE AS YOU RIDE. Think about such a noise as a
serious warning signal. Note that a well- maintained Trike will
be very quiet and free of creaks and squeaks.
SIMPLE RULE 5 : Investi- gate
and find the source of any
noise. It may not a be a crack,
but whatever is causing the
noise should be fixed promptly.
In most cases a fatigue crack is not a defect. It is a sign that the part has been worn
out, a sign the part has reached the end of its useful life. When your car tires wear down
to the point that the tread bars are contacting the road, those tires are not defective.
Those tires are worn out and the tread bar says “time for replacement.” When a metal
part shows a fatigue crack, it is worn out. The crack says “time for replacement.”
Fatigue Is Not A Perfectly Predictable Science
Fatigue is not a perfectly predictable science, but here are some general factors to
help you and your dealer determine how often your Trike should be inspected. The
more you fit the “shorten product life” profile, the more frequent your need to inspect.
The more you fit the “lengthen product life” profile, the less frequent your need to
inspect.
Factors that shorten product life:
·
Hard, harsh riding style
·
“Hits”, crashes, jumps, other “shots” to the trike
·
High mileage
·
Higher body weight
·
Stronger, more fit, more aggressive rider
·
Corrosive environment (wet, salt air, winter road salt, accumulated
sweat)
·
Presence of abrasive mud, dirt, sand, soil in riding environment
Factors that lengthen product life:
·
Smooth, fluid riding style
·
No “hits”, crashes, jumps, other “shots” to the trike
Summary of Contents for Commuter 2.3
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