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Caution: Use a hand or foot pump to inflate tires. NEVER inflate tires with an air compressor at a gas
station. This can cause the tubes to over inflate and blowout.
Bead Seating: When inflating or refitting the tire, make sure that the bead is properly seated in the rim.
Tread: Check that the tread shows no signs of excessive wear or flat spots, and that there are no cuts or
other damage.
Caution: Excessively worn or damaged tires should be replaced.
Valves: Make sure valve caps are fitted and that valves are free from dirt. A slow leak caused by the
entry of the dirt can lead to a flat tire, and possibly a dangerous situation.
Recommended Tire pressures:
The recommended pressure molded on the sidewall of your bicycle tires should match the following
chart. Use this as a general guide.
BMX: 35-50 p.s.i.
MTB: 40-65 p.s.i.
Road Touring: 70-90 p.s.i.
Road Racing: 110-125 p.s.i.
Hybrid/Cross bike: 60-100 p.s.i.
HEADSET
INSPECTION
The headset bearing adjustment should be checked every month. This is
important as it is the headset which locks the fork into the frame, and if
loose, can cause damage or result in an accident. While standing over the
frame top tube with both feet on the ground, apply the front brake firmly and
rock the bicycle back and forth; if you detect any looseness in the headset, it
will need adjustment. Check that the headset is not overly tight by slowly
rotating the fork to the right and left. If the fork tends to stick or bind at any
point, the bearings are too tight.
Note: If your bike is equipped with a thread less headset, please see a qualified specialist for repairs and
adjustments.
ADJUSTMENT
Loosen the headset top locknut or remove it completely along with the reflector bracket, if fitted. Turn
the adjusting cup clockwise until finger tight. Replace the lock washer or reflector bracket and tighten
the lock nut using a suitable wrench.
Note: Do not over tighten or bearing damage will occur.
WARNING! Always make sure that the headset is properly adjusted and the headset locknut is fully
tightened before riding.
WARNING! Over tightening the stem bolt or headset assembly may cause damage to the bicycle and/or
injury to the rider.