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XVIII. Care and maintenance of the bike
XVIII-1. Care
WARNING:
Do not allow care products or oils to come into contact with brake pads, brake discs and
the rim's brake contact surfaces. This could reduce the effectiveness of the brake.
NOTE:
Do not use a powerful water jet or high-pressure cleaner. If water under high pressure
is directed at the bike, rt can enter the bearings. This can dilute the lubricant which
increases friction. This leads to rusting and irreparable damage to the bearings.
Do not clean your bike with:
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Acids
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grease
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hot oil
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brake cleaners (apart from brake discs) or
• fluids containing solvents
These substances attack the surface of the bike and accelerate wear.
Dispose of used lubricants, cleaning agents and care products in an environmentally sound
manner. Do not pour these substances into the domestic waste, down the drain or into natural
water bodies or the soil.
How well the bike works and how long it lasts depends on how well you look after it.
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Clean your bike regularly using hot water, a small amount of cleaning agent and a sponge.
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You should also always take this opportunity to check your bike for cracks, dents or material
deformation.
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Have defective parts replaced before you ride the bike again.
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Touch up damaged paintwork.
Treat all parts that are susceptible to corrosion more frequently than other parts with preserva-
tives and care products, especially during the winter and in aggressive environments such as
coastal regions as otherwise your bike will corrode (rust) more powerfully and quickly.
Clean all galvanized and chrome-plated parts as well as stainless-steel components regularly.
Preserve these parts after cleaning with spray wax. Make sure that wax does not come into con-
tact with brake discs and rims.lf you stop using your bike for a while, in the winter for example,
store It in a dry place at a constant temperature.Before putting your bike into storage, inflate
both tyres to the prescribed tyre pressure.
To find out more important information on looking after your bike, visit the Internet pages of the
relevant component manufacturer.
XVIII-2. Wear parts
Your bike is a technical product that must be regularly checked.
Many parts on your bike are subject to a higher degree of wear due to their function and de-
pending on their use.
NOTE:
Have your bike checked regularly at a professional bike workshop and have the wear
parts replaced.
