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Brakes
Discbrakes (24) are pre-installed on both the front and rearwheels of your VOLT for braking control.
Brake adjustment
Note: Before making any adjustments, double-check that the screws fastening the brake rotors are very tight
or torqued to 6.2nm.
As you ride, your brake pads will become thinner. With mechanical brakes, you will need to adjust the pads
closer to the rotor when this happens. (Withhydraulic brakes, the pads will automatically self-adjust closer to
the rotors micro-adjustments are usually not needed. But always keep an eye on them so you can replace
them the moment they are wornout.) If you are unsure of anything relating to your brakes, please take your
VOLT to your local bikeshop for their expert advice.
CAUTION:
·Note which brake lever controls which wheel; left brake lever controls front wheel, right brake lever
controls rear wheel.
· Be sure to avoid abrupt or strong braking as it can cause you to fall off your VOLT. ·When braking, lean
your body weight a bit rearward to counter balance the braking inertia.
· Keep an eye on the brake pads for wear as they wear out regularly. If they look as though they are
wornout or close to it, please have a bicycle mechanic replace them right away to maintain safe
braking control.
·IMPORTANT: Before every ride, test the brakes to be sure they are working well.
·WARNING: Inspect and test the brakes before each ride. Worn, dirty, damaged, or improperly adjusted
brakes can reduce your ability to control your VOLT and could cause you serious injury or death. Do
not ride your VOLT if your brakes are not working properly.
