Ghost Bike, User Manual

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GHOST
User Manual Status 04/2009 // Spec 2010
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6.6 Inspect the spring fork
1. Check your spring fork:
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Apply the front wheel brake and keep the brake applied.
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Press with your body weight onto the handlebars so that the spring fork is
compressed.
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The fork must move easily up and down.
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No cracking or grinding noises should be heard.
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(refer also to the component manufacturer’s operating instructions)
6.7 Inspect the rear wheel suspension
1. Check your rear wheel suspension:
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Sit on the saddle and alternately compress and relieve the suspension by
short up and down movements.
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The rear end of the bike must move easily up and down.
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No cracking or grinding noises should be heard.
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(refer also to the component manufacturer’s operating instructions)
6.8 Inspect the brakes
Danger of personal injury and material damage!
A brake malfunction is a serious danger to safety.
Pay particular attention when checking the brake system.
During prolonged tours over several days the brake disc, brake blocks and
brake pads can become severely worn.
Always take replacement brake blocks and replacement brake pads with you
on such tours.
Carry out the replacement yourself only if you are familiar with this work.
Please consult your dealer.
If you are not familiar with this replacement, have the work carried out in an
approved workshop.
1. Check the proper function of your brake system.
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Pull on both brake levers completely with the bike at a standstill.
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Note that in this position the minimum distance between the brake lever and
handlebar grip must still be at least 35 mm.