2.6 Precautions required prior to each use
Verify that the brakes and the front and rear lights are all working properly.
Check the pressure of the tyres.
On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain.
Make sure that the hinges on your bike are properly locked. Indeed, when using the bike
on a regular basis, the tension of the hinges’ adjustment and locking systems can change
slightly.
Whenever necessary, adjust the tension once again.
This bike is not designed for rough usage, such as jumps, riding up or off of pavements,
and riding on unpaved roads. For your own safety, no modifications may be made to the
bike.
Please note: if you use the bike frequently, it is recommended that you inspect the state
of the fork, the frame, the suspension and the fasteners.
The materials and components may be subject to different reactions to usage and wear.
If you have any doubts, contact your dealer, who will proceed with the necessary
inspection.
2.7 Lubrication
Frequency
Components
Lubricant
How to lubricate
weekly
Chain Derailleur
Pulleys Derailleurs
Brake Calipers Brake
Levers
Chain Lube or Light Oil Chain
Lube or Light Oil
Oil
Oil
Oil
Brush On or Squirt Brush
On or Squirt Oil Can 3
drops from oil can 2 drops
from oil can
monthly
Shift Levers
Lithium Based Grease
Disassemble
Every 6
monthes
Freewheel
Brake Cables
Oil Lithium Based Grease
2 squirts from oil can
Disassemble
yearly
Bottom Bracket
Pedals Derailleur
Cables Wheel
Bearings Headset
Seat Post
Lithium Based Grease Lithium
Based Grease Lithium Based
Grease Lithium Based Grease
Lithium Based Grease Lithium
Based Grease
Disassemble Disassemble
Disassemble Disassemble
Disassemble Disassemble
Note
: The frequency of maintenance should increase with use in wet or dusty conditions. Do not
over lubricate - remove excess lubricant to prevent dirt build up. Never use a degreaser to
lubricate your chain.