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Many clipless pedals are designed to allow the rider to adjust the amount of force needed to engage or
disengage the foot. Follow the pedal manufacturer’s instructions, or ask your dealer to show you how to
make this adjustment. Use the easiest setting until engaging and disengaging becomes a reflex action, but
always make sure that there is sufficient tension to prevent unintended release of your foot from the pedal.
WARNING: Clipless pedals are intended for use with shoes specifically made to fit them and are
designed to firmly keep the foot engaged with the pedal. Using shoes which do not engage the
pedals correctly is dangerous.
Practice is required to learn to engage and disengage the foot safely. Until engaging and disengaging the
foot becomes a reflex action, the technique requires concentration which can distract your attention and
cause you to lose control and fall. Practice engaging and disengaging clipless pedals in a place where there
are no obstacles, hazards or traffic; and be sure to follow the pedal manufacturer’s setup and service
instructions. If you do not have the manufacturer’s instructions, see your dealer or contact the manufacturer.
F. Bicycle Suspension
Many bicycles are equipped with suspension systems. There are many different types of suspension
systems — too many to deal with individually in this Manual. If your bicycle has a suspension system of any
kind, be sure to read and follow the suspension manufacturer’s setup and service instructions. If you do not
have the manufacturer’s instructions, see your dealer or contact the manufacturer.
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WARNING: Failure to maintain, check and properly adjust the suspension system may result in
suspension malfunction, which may cause you to lose control and fall.
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If your bike has suspension, the increased speed you may develop also increases your risk of injury.
For example, when braking, the front of a suspended bike dips. You could lose control and fall if you do
not have experience with this system. Learn to handle your suspension system safely. See also Section
4.C.
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WARNING: Changing suspension adjustment can change the handling and braking
characteristics of your bicycle. Never change suspension adjustment unless you are thoroughly
familiar with the suspension system manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations, and
always check for changes in the handling and braking characteristics of the bicycle after a
suspension adjustment by taking a careful test ride in a hazard-free area.
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Suspension can increase control and comfort by allowing the wheels to better follow the terrain. This
enhanced capability may allow you to ride faster; but you must not confuse the enhanced capabilities of the
bicycle with your own capabilities as a rider. Increasing your skill will take time and practice. Proceed
carefully until you have learned to handle the full capabilities of your bike.
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CAUTION: Not all bicycles can be safely retrofitted with some types of suspension systems.
Before retrofitting a bicycle with any suspension, check with the bicycle’s manufacturer to make
sure that what you want to do is compatible with the bicycle’s design.
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