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Light Systems and reflectors
A well functioning light system is of a very high importan-
ce for your riding safety in public traffic.
Before every ride check front and tail light and the condition
of the reflectors.
Light bulbs are subject of wear and tear and we recommend
to take some replacements with you in case of failure.
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Haannddlleebbaarr ggrriippss
Due to their use handlebar grips are subject to wear and
tear, and should be replaced immediately in case they do
not fit anymore to the handlebar or get loosen.
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m aanndd sseeaatt ppoosstt
Handlebar, stem and seat post are under high dynamic forces
while riding.
Please check these parts regularly for visible cracks
or damages and replace them if necessary.
In addition we recommend a periodical replacement
(every two years) of these parts when riding often and hard.
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Chhaaiinn
Due to its use the chain is subject to wear and tear. This
depends on maintenance and conditions of use of the bike
(amount of kilometers, rain, dirt, salt, etc.).
Cleaning and greasing will help to prolong its life but you
will have to replace the chain when reaching the wear
limit.
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Spprroocckkeettss,, cchhaaiinnrriinnggss aanndd ppuulllleeyyss
Due to its use sprockets, chainrings and pulleys are subject
to wear and tear.
This depends on maintenance and conditions of use of the
bike (amount of kilometers, rain, dirt, salt, etc.).
Cleaning and greasing will help to prolong its life but you
will have to replace the chain when reaching the wear
limit.
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Shhiiffttiinngg--aanndd bbrraakkee ccaabblleess
All cables must be surveyed regularly and changed if
necessary. This can happen especially when the bike
is often standing outside in weather.
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Brraakkeeppaaddss
All brake pads, no matter if rim-brake, disc-brake or internal
brake are subject to wear and tear due to their use.
This depends on maintenance and conditions of use of the
bike (amount of kilometers, rain, dirt, salt, etc.). Check your
brake pads regularly and replace them if necessary.
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When using a rim brake not only the brake pads are
subject to wear and tear. Also the rim.
Because of this please check regularly the rims e.g.
when inflating the tires.
In case of small cracks or deformation of the brake
surface of the rim while inflating the tires replace the
rim immediately.
Rims with wear-out indicators enable the bike user
to check easily the condition of the rim. Please have
a look concerning this issue on the sticker on the rim.
TTiirreess
Due to their use tires are subject to wear and tear.
This depends on the use of the bike and is influenced
by the riding style.
Aggressive braking will reduce the lifetime of the tire
dramatically.
In addition check the air pressure regularly and inflate
the tire according to the pressure recommended by
the producer of the tire which is imprinted on the
sidewall of the tire.
PARTS OF WEAR AND TEAR
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PARTS OF WEAR AND TEAR
