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SAFETY CHECK
Safety Check
Basic Steps
1. Brakes
o Ensure front and rear brakes work properly.
o Ensure brake pads are not over worn and are correctly
positioned in
relation to the rims.
o Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted
and
display no obvious wear.
o Ensure brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured
to the
handlebars.
2. Wheels and
Tyres
o Ensure tyres are inflated to within the recommended limits
displayed on
the tire sidewalls.
o Ensure ties have tread and have no BULGES OR EXCESSIVE
WEAR.
o Ensure rims run true and have no obvious wobbles or kinks.
o Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken.
o Check axle nuts and quick releases to ensure they are tight. If
your
bicycle is outfitted with quick release axles, ensure the locking
levers are
correctly tensioned and in the closed position.
3. Steering
o Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and
tightened, and
allow proper steering.
o Ensure the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks
and the
direction of travel.
4. Chain
o Ensure the chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly.
o Extra care is required in wet or dusty conditions
5. Bearings
o Ensure all bearings are lubricated, run freely and display no
excess
movement, grinding or rattling.
o Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom
bracket
bearings.
6. Cranks and
Pedals
o Ensure pedals are securely tightened to the cranks.
o Ensure the cranks are securely tightened and are not bent.
7. Derailleurs
o Check that the derailleur(s) are adjusted and functioning
properly.
o Ensure shift and brake levers are attached to the handlebar
securely.
o Ensure all brake and shift cables are properly lubricated.
8. Frame and Fork
o Check that the frame and fork are not bent or broken.
o If either are bent or broken, they should be replaced.
9. Accessories
o Ensure all reflectors are properly fitted and not obscured.
o Ensure all other fitting on the bike are properly secured and
functioning.
o Ensure rider is earing helmet and any other required riding
safety gear.
10. Motor Drive
Assembly and
Throttle
o Ensure mid-motor is spinning smoothly and the motor
bearings are in
good working order.
11. Battery Pack
o Ensure battery is charged before use.
o Ensure there is no damage to battery pack.
o Lock battery to frame and check to see that it is secured.
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