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Failure to shift to the next gear smoothly after moving the shift control by one click
repeatedly indicates that the mechanism might incorrectly adjusted. You should have it
checked by your dealer. If your bicycle has been equipped with a single-speed drivetrain
system, or internal gear hub (hence has no external derailleur) the chain needs tension
to make sure it doesn’t come off the sprocket or chainring.
Check tightness of chain & bolts before every ride! The drive train is exposed to extreme
loads. Any looseness or play in drive train may cause damage to particular elements. Be-
fore each ride check: crank set, rear hub, cassette and freewheel, pedals and chainrings
- crank arm connection. The bicycle should be cleaned and lubricated with dedicated
grease systematically. Chain lubrication depends on weather and terrain conditions. Wa-
ter and mud speed up wear of the chain. Clean and lubricate chain after each ride in wet
or muddy conditions. The rear derailleur should shift gears smoothly. You can adjust gear
shifting through a rear shifter barrel or by tensioning the cable under the cable anchor
washer. Increasing the tension of the cable facilitates shifting to a lower gear, decreasing
the tension of the cable facilitates shifting to a higher gear. Check if the pedals are prop-
erly threaded into the cranks. Looseness may cause damage of crank thread. Regularly
check looseness in pedals to crank set connection.
CAUTION: It is crucial to apply correct tightening force on fasteners, nuts, bolts, screws
on your bicycle so as to avoid components failure or damage, which can result in your
losing control of the bicycle and falling. Using too little force may result in the fastener
not holding securely, moving and undergoing fatigue. Applying too much force may
cause the fastener to strip threads, stretch, deform or break. If you observe any problems
at the pre-ride check, consult a professional bicycle mechanic instantly for advice. You
can ride the bicycle again only after the problem has been resolved.
PRE-RIDE CHECK
Before every ride you should always make a pre-ride check. It should include the follow-
ing points:
Frame and fork structure
Clean the frame and fork and examine them CAREFULLY for any signs of cracks, corro-
sion, dents, paint peeling or other defects. If anything suspicious is found, contact your
local bicycle dealer for a proper inspection. These are important safety checks and very
important to help prevent accidents, injury and shortened product lifespan. Do not ride
the bicycle if you see any defects in the frame and fork.
Brakes
Check if the brakes are working properly by testing their efficiency in a parking lot or on
a side road. When the brake is applied with full force, the distance from the brake lever
to the handlebar should be bigger than 2cm. Check the brake pads too - you should
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