OPERATING YOUR OPTIBIKE
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The brake lever
on the RIGHT
side
of
the
handlebars
operates
the
FRONT brake, while the brake
lever on the LEFT operates
the REAR brake. This is
opposite of the brake set up
on regular bicycles.
Remember:
Brakes
SHIFTING GEARS
Optibikes are equipped with
either a nine speed rear
cassettes or internally geared
hubs. There are a few
differences between shifting
with the rear cassette and the
internal transmission hub.
Hand-grip shifter operation:
The shifting mechanism is
operated by twisting the body
of the shifter, which is located
on the left side of the
handlebars. A lower indicated
gear decreases the gear ratio
and makes it easier to pedal.
With a rear cassette:
To shift with the rear
derailleur
and
cassette
system, one must twist the
grip shift on the left side of
the handlebars to the desired
gear WHILE PEDALING with
slight pressure. It is not
possible to shift the derailleur
when the bike is stopped or
when pedaling backwards.
When approaching an incline,
shift to a lower gear before
the cadence slows down
significantly. When coming to
a stop, shift to a lower gear
before stopping, as it will be
easier to pedal when starting
again.
ALWAYS be sure to complete
changing gears prior
to
applying
full
acceleration with the
throttle.
If rubbing noises are heard
from
the
gears,
shifter
adjustment
might
be
necessary. See the included
derailleur manual for further
information. If you are not
familiar
with
bicycle
maintenance, see a local bike
shop before attempting any
adjustments
With an internally geared
hub:
To shift with an internal-gear
hub, one must twist the grip
shifter on the left side of the
handle bars to the desired
gear WHILE THERE IS NO
PRESSURE ON THE CHAIN.
Neither the motor should be
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RIGHT
FRONT
LEFT
REAR