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| BIKE OWNER’S MANUAL 2015
BIKE OWNER’S MANUAL 2015 |
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PARTS OF WEAR AND TEAR
PARTS OF WEAR AND TEAR ARE EXCLUDED FROM ANY WARRANTY.
CHAIN
The chain is subject to wear and tear due to its use. The extend of the wear and tear
depends on the maintenance and conditions the bike is subjected to (amount of
kilometers, rain, dirt, salt, etc.).
Cleaning and greasing will help to prolong the life of the chain but it is the
responsibility of the owner to replace the chain when reaching the wear limit.
SPROCKETS, CHAINRINGS AND PULLEYS
The sprockets, chainrings and pulleys are subject to wear and tear due to their use.
The extend of the wear and tear depends on the maintenance and conditions the
bike is subjected to (amount of kilometers, rain, dirt, salt, etc.).
Cleaning and greasing will help to prolong the life of the sprockets, chainrings and
pulleys, but it is the responsibility of the owner to replace them when reaching their
wear limit.
SHIFTING AND BRAKE CABLES
All cables must be checked regularly and changed if necessary. Cables may need to
be changed more regularly if the bike is often left outside or exposed to weather.
BRAKE PADS
All brake pads, whether they are rim‑brakes, disc‑brakes or internal brakes, are
subject to wear and tear due to their use.
The extend of the wear and tear depends on the maintenance and conditions the
bike is subjected to (amount of kilometers, rain, dirt, salt, etc.).
Check your brake pads regularly and replace them if necessary.
RIMS
When using rim brakes, not only are the brake pads subject to wear and tear, but also
the rim. So regularly check the rims, e.g. when inflating the tires.
If you see small cracks or deformation in the brake surface of the rim while inflating
the tires, then replace the rim immediately.
Rims with wear‑out indicators enable the bike user to easily check the condition of
the rim. Refer to the sticker on the rim.
TIRES
The tires are subject to wear and tear due to their use. The extend of the wear and
tear depends on the maintenance and conditions the bike is subjected to and is
influenced by the owner's 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.
LIGHT SYSTEMS AND REFLECTORS
A well functioning light system is incredibly important for your riding safety in
public traffic. Before every ride check your front and tail lights and the condition of
the reflectors. Light bulbs are subject to wear and tear and we recommend taking
replacements with you in case of failure.
HANDLEBAR GRIPS
Handlebar grips are subject to wear and tear due to their use and should be replaced
immediately if they no longer fit to the handlebar or become loose.
HANDLEBAR, STEM AND SEAT POST
The handlebar, stem and seat post are subject to high dynamic forces while riding.
Please check these parts regularly for visible cracks or damage and replace them if
necessary.
In addition, we recommend a periodical replacement (every two years) of these parts
if you ride often and hard.