●
Fit handlebar tape or handgrips, stop ends to bar if
bar is taped, and bell.
●
Assemble saddle onto seat stem. Tighten fixing nuts.
●
Lubricate seat stem and insert in seat tube to below
minimum insert mark. Tighten seat binder bolt or
Quick Release mechanism.
●
Fit pedals to crank in correct order; pedal marked R
on the right hand side; L on the left.
●
Fit frame mounted reflector brackets and reflectors.
●
Align reflectors to vertical. Tighten all bolts. Confirm
that wheel reflectors are fitted.
●
Recheck
that
all
components
are
correctly
assembled, all bolts, nuts and QR correctly secure.
Check that handlebar and saddle cannot be
swivelled sideways.
●
Check derailleur gears/hub gears for correct
operation; adjust to manufacturer’s specification.
Check both brakes for correct operation.
WARNING: If you are unsure about correct
assembly and/or adjustment, seek advice
from a qualified bicycle mechanic.
‘Threadless’
head
sets:
some
bicycles,
especially those equipped with a front fork
suspension
system,
are
fitted
with
a
‘threadless’ head set. Special tools and/or
procedures may be required to correctly secure
such devices.
4.4
LOCK YOUR BICYCLE
If you lock up your bicycle, it is much less likely to be
stolen. Nearly all bicycles stolen were not locked at the
time.
Lock your bicycle to something solid e.g. a tree, a
parking meter or a post. Make sure the bicycle cannot
be lifted from the post or the post lifted out of the
ground or pavement. Use a good quality U-Lock.
