Vuly BMX Bike, Owner'S Manual

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fig. D: Proper alignment of handlebar and saddle.
5.0. Before Every Other Ride
Before riding your bicycle, perform a safety check on level ground and away from traffic. If any
part doesn’t pass the safety check, fix it or have your bicycle serviced before going riding.
5.1. PRE RIDE CHECKLIST:
○ Check the handlebar
• Make sure it is at 90 degrees to the wheel
• Check that the handlebar is tightened sufficiently so that it will not twist out of alignment and does
not rotate in the stem
• Make sure that no cables are pulled or caught when you turn the handlebar from side to side
○ Check the saddle and seatpost
• Make sure the saddle is in line with the centre of the bicycle
• Check that the saddle rails or collar is tightened sufficiently so that it will not twist out of alignment,
or move or tilt up or down.
○ Check the wheels
• Check rims and spokes for damage. Give the wheel a spin. It should spin straight through the fork
(front) and chainstays (rear), and not contact the brake pads (rim brakes).
• Check that the axles are fully seated in the dropouts.
• Lift your bicycle and hit the top of the tyre with a solid blow. The wheel should not come off, be
loose, or move from side to side.
• If your wheel is equipped with a quick-release, make sure the lever is properly closed and positioned
(in-line with the chainstay or fork) and does not interfere with the spokes or disc brake system.
○ Check the tyres
• Use a tyre pump with a gauge to properly inflate your tyres to the recommended pressure range.
Do not exceed the pressure limit as stated on the side of the tire or rim; whichever is lowest.
fig. D