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Check whether the pedal drive is working and is correctly secured.
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Check whether the headlights and rear lights are working.
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Check whether the bell produces a clear sound.
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Check that the handlebar and the handlebar stem are securely positioned.
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Visual check: No cracks, deformities or colour change (due to material fatigue or
heavy rust) must be present on the handlebar or handlebar stem.
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Check the tyre pressure (see chapter 10.4
“
Tyre
pressure”). Check the
tyres for
cracks and sharp parts.
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The rims and spokes. Visual check: No cracks, deformities or excessive wear must
be present. Check the spokes to ensure they are evenly tensioned.
3.3 Adjusting the seating position
Finding the optimal seating position depends on the rider’s body size, the frame size
and frame geometry of the cargo bike and the settings of the handlebar and the seat.
An incorrect seating position may mean that you can only reach the control elements
on the handlebar to a limited extent. The seating position can be adjusted correctly
by a Raleigh Stride dealer.
Significant features of a suitable seating position are:
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If a pedal is up, the knee angle of the upper arm and the crook of the arm is 90
degrees.
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The lower leg is slightly bent.
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If a pedal is to the front, the knee is located above the axle of the front pedal.
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The arms are relaxed and slightly bent outwards.
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The back is not in a vertical position in relation to the seat tube but should point
slightly forward.
3.4 Adjusting the seat height
Your cargo bike is equipped with a quick release clamp (1). You can adjust the height
with the clamp bolt and/or the quick release clamp
