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BRAKES
WARNING!
It is very important that you understand how the bike’s brakes work. If you use the brakes
incorrectly you could lose control of the bike and seriously injure yourself. Different bikes may behave
in different ways when you brake, so it is important that you learn how the bike behaves in different
situation sand how hard you need to pull on the brake levers. Read the user instructions and practice
cycling and braking. Contact the retailer if you require further information.
The bike has two brake levers, one for the front wheel and one for the back wheel. These are located
on both sides of the handlebar. The right brake lever controls the front brake and the left brake handle
controls the rear brake.
Safe braking
1.
Brake a bit earlier with the rear brake (left brake lever) than with the front break (right brake
lever).
2. Pull firmly on both brake levers. Never brake using the front brake when you are turning. It is
particularly important that you bear this in mind when you are doing a tight turn or cycling on a
loose surface.
IMPORTANT!
• If you brake too hard with the front break, you may brake so hard that you are thrown off the
bike.
• The brakes are less effective in wet conditions. Cycle more slowly and brake earlier in wet
conditions.
• Do not cycle if the brakes are not working correctly.
MAINTENANCE OF BRAKES
Rim brakes
Replace the brake pads before they are so worn that the pattern is rubbed off, or when the wear
indicator shows that they should be replaced.
Check the brake adjustment and lubricate the brake springs and pivot regularly. Lubricate the exposed
part of the cable to protect against corrosion. If it is difficult to brake, this is often because the cables
are insufficiently lubricated. The brake cable must be disassembled for lubrication. We recommend
that you have a bicycle mechanic lubricate the brake cables.
NB!
In order for the brakes to be applied evenly, the wheels must not be warped, they must be
correctly adjusted and the sides of the rim must be even and without any markings. The brake linings
must be correctly adjusted to the sides of the rim. Contact the retailer if you are unsure about how
to adjust the wheels or brakes. Protect the end of the cable with end caps so that the cable does not
fray.
IMPORTANT!
The brakes must not bind or remain in contact with the rim when you release the brake
lever. If the brakes bind, check that the callipers, cables and brake levers are clean and lubricated.
Take the bike to the retailer if the brakes bind despite these components being clean and lubricated.
