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e
f
g
h
5. Let your MERIDA bike bounce on the ground from
a small height. If there is any rattling, see where it
comes from. Check the bearings and bolted connec-
tions, if necessary. Tighten them slightly, if neces-
sary.
6. In case you have a MERIDA bike with suspension,
press down on your MERIDA bike and see whether
the spring elements retract and extend as usual
(d)
.
For more information see the chapters “Suspension
forks” and “Rear shocks” and the instructions of
the component manufacturers on this MERIDA CD-
ROM.
7. If your bike has a kick-stand, make sure it is fully
raised
(e)
before you set off. Risk of an accident!
8. Do not forget to take a high quality D-
(f)
or chain
lock with you on your ride. The only way to effec-
tively protect your MERIDA bike against theft is to
lock it to an immovable object.
9. If you want to ride on public roads, make sure your
MERIDA bike is equipped according to the applica-
ble regulations of your country
(g)
. Riding without
lights and reflectors in dark or dim conditions is very
dangerous because you will be seen too late or not
at all by other road users. A lighting set that corre-
sponds to the regulations is a must on public roads.
Turn on the lights as soon as dusk sets in. For more
information see the chapter “Legal requirements for
riding on public roads“.
G
Improperly closed fastenings, e.g. quick-re-
leases, can cause parts of your MERIDA bike
to come loose. This can result in a serious
accident!
G
Be aware that the distance you need to stop
your bike increases, when you are riding with
your hands on bar ends
(h)
or on multi-posi-
tion handlebars. The brake levers are not always within
easy reach.
G
Do not use your MERIDA bike, if it fails at one
of these points! A defective MERIDA bike can
lead to serious accidents! If you are in doubt
or if you have any questions, contact your MERIDA
dealer.
G
During use your MERIDA bike is undergoing
stress resulting from the surface of the road
and from the rider’s action. Due to these dy-
namic loads, the different parts of your bike react with
wear and fatigue. Please check your MERIDA bike reg-
ularly for wear marks, scratches, deformations, color
changes and any indication of cracking. Components
which have reached the end of their service life may
break without previous warning. Let your MERIDA deal-
er maintain and service your MERIDA bike regularly. In
cases of doubt it is always best to replace components.
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