Technical inspection procedure
The chapter on technical inspection is divided into two parts:
1. Parts that must be checked before each ride
Braking and brake pads
Brake lever (check its play)
Stable attachment of the crank arm and pedals
Correct setting of the telescopic fork
Any tears or foreign bodies on the tires?
Tire pressure
Lighting equipment and dynamo
Attachment of the fender and rack
Secure position of the quick-release skewers/clamps (front and rear
wheel, saddle)
Minimum height setting of the seatpost and stem
Functioning of acoustic devices (e.g. bell)
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. Parts that need to be checked periodically
Each bolt assembly must be re-tightened with the correct torque
Secure position and unobstructed motion of the bottom bracket
Attachment of the chainring(s)
Attachment of the pedals
Gear shifting settings, front and rear derailleur gears for models with
external shifters
Wear of the chain and cassette
Power Modulator for V-brakes
Any wear or rusting of Bowden cables
Play and free movement of the headset
Setting of the rear shock
Play of the spring-action seatpost
Spokes are tight and in true
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