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MAINTENANCE
BRAKES
WARNING:
If your bike is equipped with mechanical
disc brakes, regular adjustment and service is even
more crucial for proper and safe braking power.
Improperly adjusting the brakes with the brake lever
barrel adjusters may cause your brakes to fail under
load. Refer to manufacturer’s specifications for
complete service directions.
It is imperative for your safety that you check the
functionality of your brakes every time you ride. To make
sure they are working properly, refer to the
Basic Safety
Check
on pg.12, or ask your licensed bicycle mechanic.
Over time, your disc brakes will wear and need to be
adjusted. If you find the levers are pulling back further than
before, or the braking performance is weak, it’s time for
service.
Look closely at your brake pads. Are they thinner than a
dime? Then it is time to replace them; if the pads are worn
down to the metal, they will damage your rotors.