5 - Maintenance
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C.
Gears
For gearing For bicycle models equipped with an
internally geared hub (like the Shimano Nexus twist
grip system), please refer to the separate owners
manual for the particular product, and also refer to
D.
Pedals
Make sure that your pedals are securely fastened to
the cranks. Remember that the left pedal is reverse-
threaded (counter-clockwise) and the right pedal is
threaded clockwise.
If your pedals develop squeaks, apply lubricant in the
moving parts and wipe off any excess, and make sure
that they are tightened.
Sometimes noises coming from your
pedals are because you have not sufficiently
tightened the pedal onto the crank. Riding with a
pedal not sufficiently tightened can damage your
crank and pedals and could cause injury.
An easy way to remember how to tighten
your pedals is to tighten both pedals towards the
front of your bike.
