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WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ATTENTION:
Please read this manual carefully. It contains important safety information!
WARNING:
Extreme riding is a very dangerous sport; it requires an amazing amount of skill. By engaging
in this type of activity, you are accepting the risk of possible injury or even death. Even the best bike will
not help you land a clean trick if you lack the skills. Even the best protective gear will not guarantee
complete safety. Remember that in this kind of riding, you can only trust your own abilities and you must
accept the inherent risk. While riding you can reach significant speeds and therefore face significant
hazards and risks. Inspect your bicycle and equipment carefully and be sure that it is in perfect condition
before each ride. If possible consult with area site personnel, expert riders and race officials on conditions
and equipment advisable. Always wear appropriate safety gear, including an approved full face helmet,
full finger gloves, body armour, bright, visible clothing that is not so loose that it can be tangled in the
bicycle or objects at the side of the road or trail, shoes that will stay on your feet and will grip the pedals
(make sure that shoe laces cannot get into moving parts, and never ride barefoot or in sandals). Always
use protective eyewear, to protect against dirt, dust and bugs.
WARNING:
Some of the service procedures require specialist tools and good mechanical skills. There-
fore, to minimize the risk of serious or even fatal accidents, maintenance and assembly work on your
bike should be carried out by an authorized bicycle workshop.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This manual is not intended as a comprehensive use, service, repair or mainte-
nance manual. Please consult your dealer for advice and your dealer may also be able to refer you to
classes, clinics or books on bicycle use, service, repair or maintenance.
WARNING:
The frame box contains instructions for components made by third parties. You must study
these carefully and follow the directions before riding your bike. Make sure you read and follow the
suspension set up and service instruction manual provided by the manufacturer. If the instruction
manual has not been provided, please contact your dealer or the manufacturer.
WARNING:
Failure to maintain, check and properly adjust the suspension system may cause suspension
malfunction, in result of which you may lose control and fall.
WARNING:
Introducing changes in the suspension adjustment can alter the handling and braking
characteristics of your bicycle. It is forbidden to change the suspension adjustment unless you are
thoroughly familiar with the suspension system manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations;
you should always check for changes in the handling and braking characteristics of the bicycle after
the suspension has been adjusted by taking a careful test ride in a safe area.
WARNING:
As with all mechanical components, the frame is subjected to wear and high stresses.
Different materials and components may react to wear or stress fatigue in different ways. If the design
life of a component has been exceeded, it may suddenly fail possibly causing injuries to rider. Any form
of crack, scratches or change of colour in highly stressed areas indicate that the life of the component
has been reached and it should be replaced.