Intense PRIMER 275 EXPERT 2022, Manual

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M A I N T E N A N C E
CARBON
CARE
INTENSE employs advanced composite techniques
and material in our frames which do require a
certain level of care and maintenance to ensure a
safe experience at the high level of performance
each frame is designed around. Not following these
guidelines will decrease the level of performance and
possibly cause injury or death.
• Use a soft cloth with warm soapy water to clean
the carbon surfaces. Do not use high pressure
washers, abrasive cloths or cleaner.
• Be sure all frame surfaces in contact with cables
are protected. Cable housing rubbing on carbon
can wear over time.
• Be sure brake levers, handlebar ends and the fork
crown do not contact the frame at full rotation.
• Never clamp any part of a carbon frame in a bike
stand or car rack.
• Always inspect your frame if you experience any
chain suck.
• Always inspect your frame in full after a crash to
be sure there is no damage. Look for cracks,
dents or loose fibers. If you discover damage
in any degree it’s best to have your frame
inspected by a qualified INTENSE, LLC
dealer. Any direct impact to the frame can
cause serious structural damage.
• Use high-grade waterproof grease on seat post,
BB and headset bearing contact areas with the
carbon.
• Never ream or face a carbon frame.
• Be sure to follow all recommended torque settings.
• Use only genuine replacement parts for safety-
critical components.
You have purchased a high-performance bicycle which requires a certain level
of service and maintenance to sustain the level of performance your frame was
designed around. Proper care will also ensure the bike is safe to ride at all levels.
It is important to read and understand the carbon care information as well as
follow the maintenance schedule and inspect your bicycle before each ride. These
will not only help to limit or avoid costly repairs but will also help to avoid injury
due to service neglect and component failure.
ACTION EVERY 500 2000 4000
RIDE MILES MILES MILES
OR OR OR
1 MTH 6 MTHS 1 YR
TIRES CHECK AIR PRESSURE, INSPECT TREAD AND X
SIDEWALLS FOR TEARS AND PUNCTURES
CHAIN BRUSH OFF AND LUBRICATE X
BRAKES SQUEEZE BRAKES AND CONFIRM FUNCTION X
GENERAL CLEAN COMPLETE BIKE OF MUD AND DEBRIS X
HEADSET CHECK ADJUSTMENT X
BOX LINK ADD GREASE THRU ZERK FITTINGS X
FRAME PIVOTS CHECK TORQUES X
SPOKES INSPECT FOR DAMAGE, CHECK TENSION X
SHOCK & FORK CHECK AIR PRESSURE, INSPECT FOR LEAKS X
DERAILLEUR CABLES INSPECT AND LUBE X
SEATPOST CLEAN AND REGREASE INTERFACE WITH FRAME X
FRAME PIVOTS REMOVE PIVOT BOLTS, CHECK BEARINGS FOR X
PITTING AND WEAR
HEADSET DISASSEMBLE STEM, HEADSET AND FORK. X
CHECK BEARINGS FOR PITTING AND WEAR
HUBS PULL WHEELS OFF, CHECK HUB BEARINGS X
FOR PITTING AND WEAR
BOTTOM REMOVE CRANKARMS AND CHECK BB X
BRACKET (BB) BEARINGS FOR PITTING AND WEAR
BRAKES REPLACE BRAKE PADS X
CHAIN INSPECT FOR DAMAGE AND CHECK X
FOR STRETCHING
GENERAL COMPLETE TUNE-UP X
B I K E C A R E
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE