Tires in good shape?
Spin each wheel slowly and look for cuts in the tread and sidewall. Replace
damaged tires before riding the e-bike.
Wheels true?
Spin each wheel and check for brake clearance and side-to-side wobble. If a wheel
wobbles from side to side or hits the brake pads, take the e-bike to a qualified bike shop to have
the wheel trued.
CAUTION:
Wheels must be true for the brakes to work effectively. Wheel truing is a skill which
requires special tools and experience. Do not attempt to true a wheel unless you have the
knowledge and tools needed to do the job correctly.
Brakes
Squeeze the brake levers. Does the cable guide on the brake cable securely engage the
quick release bracket on the left caliper arm? Are the brake pads contacting the wheel rim within
an inch of brake lever movement? Can you apply full braking force at the levers without having
them touch the handlebar? If not, your brakes need adjustment. Do not ride the e-bike until the
brakes are properly adjusted.
WARNING:
Riding with improperly adjusted brakes or worn brake pads is dangerous and can
result in serious injury or death.
Quick Releases
Are the front wheel and seat post quick releases properly adjusted and in the
locked position? Adjust the quick release mechanism as necessary.
WARNING:
Riding with an improperly adjusted wheel quick release can cause the wheel to
wobble or disengage from the e-bike, which can cause damage to the e-bike and serious injury or
death.
Handlebar and saddle alignment
Are the saddle and handlebar stem correctly parallel to the top
tube of the e-bike. Are the binder bolts tight enough so that you cannot twist them out of
alignment?
Handlebar ends
Are the handlebar grips secure and in good condition? If not, replace them. Are
the handlebar ends and extensions plugged? If not, plug them before you ride.
WARNING:
Loose or damaged handlebar grips or extensions can cause you to lose control and
fall. Unplugged handlebars or extensions can act like a cookie cutter on your body and can cause
serious injury in an otherwise minor accident.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Please read and understand these instructions completely before operating your e-bike to prevent
serious injury to yourself and others, and to prevent damage to the e-bike.
Forks
: There is a wide variety of suspension forks used across the
CRUSSIS
e-bike range but
they all have common
does
and
don’ts
.
Forks
need regular periodic
maintenance
.
Look after your suspension fork, and it will last longer and perform better. Here are a few key
areas to consider, to protect your investment.
The most important part of maintaining your suspension fork, is keeping the fork well lubricated
and clean. This means removing all dirt from the fork stanchions and around the seals, especially
between the stanchions and fork arch at the front of the fork after each-and-every ride also
ensuring there is lubrication inside the fork, and that this lubricant is not contaminated by dirt
from the outside. Fork stanchions should be inspected every few rides, for impact damage or
scratches that might carry dirt inside the fork. Any evidence of this should be brought to the
attention of a suspension specialist for urgent treatment.
