GRACE EASY Manual
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9.2.
Handlebar grips
Handlebar and grip surfaces are subject to function-related wear and may need to be
replaced at regular intervals. The grips must always be firmly attached to the handlebars.
9.3.
Brake pads
The brake pads are subject to function-related wear which is heavily dependent on how the
GRACE EASY is used. When riding along tracks with heavy drops or when using it for bike
sports, it may be necessary to replace the brake pads at shorter intervals. It is therefore
essential that you check the wear on your brake pads regularly. When necessary, have them
replaced by a specialist dealer.
9.4.
Belt (EASY, Red Dot)
Always replace the Gates carbon drive belt when damaged due to improper handling or
serious external influences. For instance, when a stone, twig or piece of clothing is caught in
the belt and drawn between the belt and the belt pulleys. This kind of external influence can
cause damage to the sensitive carbon fibres inside the belt even if there does not appear to
be any damage to the belt on the outside. If you suspect the belt may be damaged, replace it
as a preventative measure against accident or injury.
9.5.
Sprockets (EASY, Red Dot)
The sprockets must be replaced if they are damaged by serious external influences. For
instance, if you land hard with the front sprocket when riding over a rock or twig, it may
bend, and in this case will need to be replaced. Stones which are drawn in and get in
between the belt and sprockets can damage the teeth on the belt and may even damage or
tear off some of them. The affected sprockets will need to be replaced in this case as well.
Whether or not you will also need to have the belt replaced will depend on the criteria in the
previous chapter "Belt". If there is wear on the drive and all components were in use for the
same time, we generally recommend you replace all components even if only one of the
components has reached its wear limit.
