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Every time before you use your bike
Pedals
The Porsche Bike S is supplied with a set of flat ped-
als. The Porsche Bike RS is supplied with a set of of
flat pedals and a set of click pedals.
You will need a size 15 open-end wrench or a M6
Allen key [ flat pedal ] or M8 Allen key [ click pedal ].
Before you screw the pedals into the crank threading,
apply a small amount of assembly grease. When
screwing the pedals into place, please keep in mind
that the right side of the pedal has a right-hand
thread [ tightened clockwise ] and the left pedal side
has a left-hand thread [ tighten counterclockwise ].
The pedals are labelled “R” for the right pedal and “L”
for the left pedal. Consult the table “Recommended
tightening torques” on p. 78 or the documentation
of your pedal manufacturer for the required tightening
torques.
Handlebars and front fork
You have the option of adjusting the handlebars and
front fork for the ideal sitting position. The chapter
“Adjusting the handlebars and stern” on p. 58 describes
in detail how to make adjustments. Read this chapter
carefully in order to adjust the handlebars and front
fork for your ideal sitting position.
Seat height and position
You have the option of adjusting your seat height and
seat position to your body size or your preferred posi-
tion over the bottom bracket. A detailed description
is provided in the Chapter “Adjusting the seat height”
on p. 54.
Checking the bolted connections
Please lift your bike approximately 10 cm and then
drop it from this limited height onto the ground.
Rattling sounds indicate loose components. Locate
the source of the rattling and check the screwed
connections and bearing.
Biking on public roads
If you intend to use public roads, you must equip
your bike to comply with the legal requirements of
your country.
Sluggish or impaired steering.
Sluggish or impaired
steering may result in crashes. Make sure that the
steering is smooth and that the Bowden cables do not
impair the turning angle.
For information on cycling on public roads: Please
consult the chapter “Legal requirements regulating
the use on public roads” on p. 27. Please consult the
chapter “Notes on safe use of public roads” on p. 30.
Before using public roads, get informed on the specific
regulations that apply in your country.
Click-in and release of click pedals.
A lack of
practice or setting the release mechanism too tight may
cause crashes. Carefully read through the enclosed
owner’s manual for the pedals. Set the pedal release
mechanism as described in the enclosed owner’s
manual. Refer to the pedal manufacturer’s website
[ see page 81 ] for further information. Before your first
trip, familiarise yourself with the click-in and release
process of the pedals in a standing position.
CAUTION
WARNING
INFORMATION
