Momentum UPStart, User Manual

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COCKPIT
• The handlebar is able to turn the front wheel freely
and at the correct height and angle.
Check if the handlebar is secure by holding the front
wheel between your legs and moving the handlebar
from side to side.
• The stem is aligned to the front wheel and secure
without the minimum insertion line visible.
• Both brakes are effective when the levers are
squeezed.
• The headset has no play and is secure by applying
the front brake and pushing the bike forwards and
backwards.
SADDLE
• The saddle is of the correct height and angle,
aligned to the frame and secure without the
minimum insertion line visible.
Check if the saddle is secure by holding the front
and back of the saddle and twisting it.
The
M Check
is a methodical check of the bike in the shape of the letter M.
Before every ride, check that:
THE M CHECK
REAR WHEEL
• The tyre has the correct pressure, sufficient tread
and does not have any cracks or bulges.
• The rim is in good condition and without any
distortion.
• The spokes are all secure by running your hand
across them gently.
• The wheel is true, securely fixed and turns freely
without wobbling.
• The brake pads are not worn and in good condition,
securely fixed in the correct position and not
rubbing against the tyre.
• The mudguard stays are securely fixed and not
causing interference with the wheel.
• The rear light is working.
• The rear pannier rack and load are securely fixed.
BOTTOM BRACKET
• The cranks are secure by holding the seat tube with
one hand and the crank with the other to check.
• The pedals are securely fixed.
• The chain is lubricated, able to run freely and of the
correct tension.
• The battery has sufficient charge and securely
locked in position.
• The key has been removed from the lock.
FRONT WHEEL
• The tyre has the correct pressure, sufficient tread and does not
have any cracks or bulges.
• The rim is in good condition and without any distortion.
• The
spokes
are all secure by running your hand across them gently.
• The wheel is true, securely fixed and turns freely without wobbling.
• The
brake pads
are not worn and in good condition, securely
fixed in the correct position and not rubbing against the tyre.
• The
mudguard stays
are securely fixed and not causing
interference with the wheel.
• The front light is working.
• The motor cable is connected and not causing interference with
the wheel.