GENERAL NOTES ABOUT RIDING
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Commonly the left lever operates the front brake and the right lever operates the rear brake
(this may vary depending on country).
CAUTION
— NEVER touch the calliper or the rotor immediately after use. Make sure the brakes
have cooled down before working on them.
The brake rotors must be installed on wheels that are suitable for this type of brake system.
A wheel with an insufficient spoke section or with radial spoke lacing can break under normal
use of the braking system and cause serious injury, accident or death. Check with your wheel
manufacturer BEFORE installation to ensure compatibility.
Check the spoke tension and condition frequently. A damaged spoke may break suddenly and
interfere with the braking system. This may result in serious personal injury, accidents or death.
WARNING
— Before every ride, make sure there are no fluid leaks in the system by applying
the lever and holding it down as far as it will go. Check the hose connections and the brake
fluid reservoir for any leaks. Consult a professional mechanic if there are fluid leaks. A fluid
leak can cause a serious accident or death!
CAUTION
— Braking distances may be greater in wet weather and use of the brakes can make
you lose control, fall and cause an accident.
Test the brakes and your braking technique on flat and even ground before using the bike in
more severe conditions.
You can find more info about Magura brakes on
Suspension – basics
WARNING
— Improperly installed, maintained or adjusted components are extremely
dangerous and could result in severe and/or fatal injuries. If you have any questions about the
installation of these components, consult a qualified bicycle mechanic.
Rear Suspension
Compression damping controls the energy absorption when the shock absorber is being
compressed, thus controls how easily the shock absorber compresses when you hit a
bump. Rebound damping controls the energy absorption when the shock absorber is being
extended and controls how fast the shock absorber returns to its normal position after being
compressed.
Sag set up
Suspension sag can be used to set the proper suspension spring rate for the rider. Sag is the
amount (percentage) that the suspension compresses when the rider, including riding gear, is
seated on the bike in the riding position. Setting the proper sag allows the wheels to maintain
traction without using too much of the travel reserved for shock absorption. More sag increases