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12.
Saddle screw
30 Nm
BRAKES
WARNING
It is important to understand how the brakes work on the bike. If you do not use the brakes properly you
could lose control of the bike and seriously injure yourself. Different bikes behave differently when
braking. It is important to learn how your bike behaves in different situations and how hard to press the
brake levers. Read the instructions and practice riding and braking. Ask your dealer if you need more
information.
The bike has two brake levers, one for the front wheel and one for the back. They are placed on each
side of the handlebars. The right-hand brake lever controls the front brake and the left-hand brake lever
controls the back brake.
Safe braking
1.
Brake a bit sooner with the back brake (left-hand brake lever) before using the front brake (right-
hand brake lever).
2.
Press firmly on both brake levers.
3.
Never brake with the front brake when turning. It is especially important to remember this when
making sharp turns on loose surfaces.
IMPORTANT:
If you brake too hard with the front brake, the effect can be so sudden that you could be thrown off
the bike.
Braking power is reduced on wet roads. Ride more slowly and brake earlier in wet conditions.
Do not ride the bike if the brakes are not working properly.
MAINTAINING THE BRAKES
Rim brakes
Check the brake adjustment and lubricate the brake springs and pivots regularly. Lubricate the exposed
parts of the wires to protect against corrosion. If it is difficult to brake this is often because the wires are
not properly lubricated. The brake wires must be removed to lubricate them. We recommend that you
have the brake wires lubricated in a bike repair shop.
NOTE:
In order to brake smoothly, the wheels must not be
buckled. They must be correctly adjusted and the sides of the
rims must be smooth and free from any marks. The brake
pads must be correctly fitted to the sides of the rims. Contact
your dealer if in doubt about how to adjust the wheels and
brakes. Protect the ends of the wires with end caps, so that
the wires do not fray.
IMPORTANT:
The brakes must not jam or remain pressed against the rims when you release the brake
levers. If the brakes jam, check that the brake calliper, wires and brake levers are clean and lubricated. If
the brakes jam when these components are clean and lubricated, take the bike to your dealer.