Superior xp-950, Instruction Book

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Brakes:
Warning: In the case of bike models with V – brakes or other brakes of a rim type, wearing occurs in the braking area of the
rim. For that reason, it is necessary to pay attention to the wear of the rim and brake pads. You can find two types of rim wear
indication on our models.
a) Black indication line on the braking surface – if interruption or deletion of the indication line occurs as a result of wear,
replace such rim immediately.
b) SCR indication system – deformation of the braking area and damage to the rim cavity occurs after the rim side wears out.
The wheel indicates significant run-out even if the tyre remains fitted safely.
Keep the brake pads adjusted in a distance of 2-4 mm from the rim with a slight gradient as indicated in the figure. Check their
wear and replace them if necessary. Clean oil or dirt accumulated on the rim and brake shoes.
Precise setting of the brakes is very important with respect to the range of movement of the brake lever so that the full braking
force within this range can be utilized. If the maximum braking effect within the range of movement of the brake lever is not
reached, you may lose control, which may lead to endangering your life or health or causing damage to your bike or to third
parties.
Caution: Riding on a wet surface is much more difficult than in dry conditions. The efficiency of the brakes is
reduced in this case and that is why the cyclist should behave more cautiously.
Control cables:
Stretch the cables correctly. Check them regularly, do not let them become slack and in case of excessive wear, carry out
a replacement. Do not make loops on the cable under any circumstances. Use the aluminium terminals for protection against
fraying of the cable end.
Saddle adaptation:
Adapt the height and angle for your own comfort. Do not pull the seatpost above the mark of the minimum insertion into the bike
frame. If the saddle turns in the frame, tighten it using the seat bolt.
If the seatpost is pulled above the mark of minimum insertion, breakage with a consequent loss of control
and falling may occur. Whenever you work with the saddle, make sure that you have tightened it properly before
riding; if this is not the case, destruction of the saddle or loss of control and falling may occur. Carry out checks
regularly and make sure that the saddle is mounted properly.
Riding with an improperly tightened seatpost may allow turning or movement of the saddle, which may result
in loss of control and falling.
For this reason, it is necessary:
1) To ask your dealer to assist you in the precise procedures and methods of correct installation of the seatpost.
2) To understand and apply the correct methods of saddle mounting with the quick-release lever.
3) To check safe seatpost mounting before each ride.
Rim reinforced wall
2 - 4 mm
Recommended wear of the braking area: 0.35 mm
Rim wall
Rim
Brake
pad
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