Lapierre Sitandgo, Owner'S Manual

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Brakes
There are many different types of brakes :
— Calliper brakes
— Cantilever brakes
— V-brakes.
— Hydraulic brakes
— Hydraulic disc brakes
On all Lapierre
™
bikes, the left brake lever corresponds to the
front brake, and the right lever corresponds to the rear brake.
Calliper brakes can be adjusted with the barrel adjuster,
by turning the lever counter-clockwise. For cantilever brakes,
turn the barrel adjuster on the brake lever to adjust. You should
leave 2mm between the brake pad and the rim for calliper
and cantilever brakes. You can adjust V-brakes in the same
manner, but only leave 1mm between the brake pad and the rim.
Adjustments for hydraulic disc brakes are done automatically.
To prolong the life of your brake pads, avoid contaminating
them with any type of greasy substances. If you have additional
questions, please refer to the user’s manual from the brake
manufacturer or consult your Lapierre
™
authorized dealer.
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Wheels
The tire industry has actively participated in the development
of the different styles of riding, and tire manufacturers now
offer tires that were created to accommodate the style of
riding for which the bike they equip was made. It is important
to understand the tires’ characteristics in order to take full
advantage of them.
Maintaining your tires requires :
— Rims that are properly maintained.
— The occasional application of a small amount of talcum
powder on the inside of the tire.
— The correct air pressure (indicated on the side of the tire).
This will vary based on your style of riding. You do not need to inflate
the tire to the maximum air pressure ; instead, you can adjust based
on the comfort/performance ratio you wish to achieve.
— Always remove any foreign objects that get stuck in the tire.
Your tires should avoid :
— Contact with gas, oil, or other greasy substances.
— Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or high temperatures.
Certain models of tires are designed to rotate in a specific
direction. Always respect the correct direction if this is the case,
which will be indicated on the side of the tire.
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