Porsche Porsche bike, Assembly Instructions Manual

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Checking your brakes
The width of the brake lever can be adjusted to your
hand size for improved ergonomics. You will find more
information on brake adjustment in the manual for the
particular brakes fitted to your bike.
Worn brake pads. Worn brake pads negatively
affect braking effectiveness. Once the metallic pad
brake disc holders approach < 1 mm, they must be
replaced in accordance with the brake manufacturer
instructions. Check the wear of the brake pads
on a regular basis and if necessary, replace them
according to the brake manufacturer instructions.
Dirty brake pads and brake discs. Dirt on brake
pads and brake discs reduces their friction coefficient
and consequently the braking effectiveness. Immedi-
ately replace any dirty brake pads. Clean dirty brake
discs with brake cleaner.
Toxic liquids. Brake fluid is toxic and an irritant.
Do not open the brake lines.
Leaky brake components. If there is a leak, brake
fluid may escape, thereby rendering the brakes
useless. Check the brakes and hydraulic lines for
leaks on a regular basis. If brake fluid is leaking,
immediately contact a bike specialist or an authorised
Porsche Centre. Do not ride your Porsche Bike if the
brake components are leaking.
Hot brake components. The brake disc and brake
calliper heat up when braking. Under these condi-
tions, there is a burn risk if your skin comes in contact
with these components. Let the brake components
cool off before working on them.
Brake fluid damages the surface of the bike and
the components.
Do not open the brake lines.
PLEASE NOTE
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
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INFORMATION
Brake chafing. Continual chafing of the brakes may
overheat them and reduce braking effectiveness as a
result. Break in new brake pads. Check to make sure
they are installed securely and that the wheels are
also secure.
Risk of damage to brake components due to
overheating.
Break in new brake pads. Check to
make sure they are installed securely and that the
wheels are also secure.
Brakes
Brake chafing
If the brake pad rubs against the disc while cycling,
this could be due to the following:
– The brakes have not been completely broken in.
– The wheel may not be centred in the axle mounts
of the frame and/or the front forks. Re-centre the
wheels.
– The wheels may not be securely positioned in the
axle mounts. Check the quick releases and the hub
screw connections.
WARNING
PLEASE NOTE
New brake pads must be broken in for optimal
braking effectiveness. Accelerate your bike and apply
the brake until you have come to a full stop. Repeat
the process several times. Once there are no longer
any decreases in the required hand pressure, the
brakes are broken in.