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page 39 rear wheel replacement ....add “ tighten to 22-26newton mertres if using a
torque wrench” to -point 4
DETAILED MAINTENANCE
How to Fix a Flat Tyre
If you need to repair a tyre follow these steps:
1
Remove the wheel from the bicycle
2
Deflate the tyre completely via the valve
3
loosen the tyre bead by pushing it towards all the way round the rim
4
Prise one side of the tyre bead up over the edge of the rim.
Note: Use tyre levers, not a screwdriver, otherwise you may damage the
rim.
5
Remove the tube, leaving the tyre on the rim
6
locate the leaks and patch using a tube repair kit, carefully following the
instructions, or replace the tube.
note: Ensure the replacement tube size matches the size stated on the
tyre sidewall and the valve is the correct type for the bicycle.
7
Match the position of leak in the tube with the tyre to locate the possible
cause and mark the location on the tyre
8
Remove the tyre completely and inspect for a nail, glass etc and remove
if located. also inspect the inside of the rim to ensure there are no
projecting spokes, rust or other potential causes. replace the rim tape,
which covers the spoke ends, if damaged.
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Detailed maintenance
