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5.a - seRviCe inteRvals
Some service and maintenance can and should be
performed by the owner, and require no special
tools or knowledge beyond what is presented in this
manual.
The following are examples of the type of service
you should perform yourself. All other service,
maintenance and repair should be performed in
a properly equipped facility by a qualified bicycle
mechanic using the correct tools and procedures
specified by the manufacturer.
1.
BReak-in PeRiod:
Your bike will last longer
and work better if you break it in before riding
it hard. Control cables and wheel spokes may
stretch or “seat” when a new bike is first used and
may require readjustment by your dealer. Your
Mechanical Safety Check (SECTION 1.C) will help
you identify some things that need readjustment.
But even if everything seems fine to you, it’s best
to take your bike back to the dealer for a checkup.
Dealers typically suggest you bring the bike in for
a 30 day checkup. Another way to judge when it’s
time for the first checkup is to bring the bike in
after three to five hours of hard off-road use, or
about 10 to 15 hours of on-road or more
casual off-road use. But if you think something is
wrong with the bike, take it to your dealer before
riding it again.
2.
BefoRe eveRy Ride:
Mechanical Safety Check
(SECTION 1.C)
3.
afteR eveRy lonG oR haRd Ride:
If the
bike has been exposed to water or grit; or at
least every 100 miles: Clean the bike and lightly
oil the chain. Wipe off excess oil. Lubrication is a
function of climate. Talk to your dealer about the
best lubricants and the recommended lubrication
frequency for your area.
4.
afteR eveRy lonG oR haRd Ride oR afteR
eveRy 10 to 20 hoURs of RidinG:
• Squeeze the front brake and rock the bike forward
and back. Everything feel solid? If you feel a clunk
with each forward or backward movement of the
bike, you probably have a loose headset. Have
your dealer check it.
• Lift the front wheel off the ground and swing it
from side to side. Feel smooth? If you feel any
binding or roughness in the steering, you may
have a tight headset. Have your dealer check it.
• Grab one pedal and rock it toward and away from
the center line of the bike; then do the same with
the other pedal. Anything feel loose? If so, have
your dealer check it.
• Take a look at the brake pads. Starting to look
worn or not hitting the wheel rim squarely? Time
to have the dealer adjust or replace them.
• Carefully check the control cables and cable
housings. Any rust? Kinks? Fraying? If so, have
your dealer replace them.
• Squeeze each adjoining pair of spokes on either
side of each wheel between your thumb and
index finger. Do they all feel about the same? If
any feel loose, have your dealer check the wheel
for tension and trueness.
• Check to make sure that all parts and accessories
are still secure, and tighten any which are not.