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Check and regular bike maintenance
Rim pads
Disc pads
Before every ride
Follow a few simple steps before riding your bike. This will allow you to verify the operability of
the main nodes:
— Check the operation of the brakes — hold the brake handle and try to ride the bike back and
forth. Wheels must be securely locked.
— Check the clamping force of the wheel eccentrics.
— Make sure the tire pressure is as recommended by the tire manufacturer.
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Wheel rim
Every 100 km (once a week)
It is necessary to check the reliability of the tightening of all nuts and bolts, as well as to make
sure that all parts and components of the bicycle are in place and securely fastened, that there
are no signs of wear or damage. If necessary, lubricate the chain using special grease.
Attention! If any part is not securely fixed, worn out or has obvious signs of breakage — in
no case use a bicycle. Driving an unregulated or malfunctioning bicycle may result in damage
or serious injury.
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Every 500 km (once a month)
— Frame: make sure that the frame is in good condition and that there are no cracks or dents. The
use of a defective frame is strictly prohibited, as it can lead to serious injuries.
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— Wheels: check that the wheels are mounted securely on the axles. Inspect the wheels for
missing eights. Make sure there is no play in the bearings and check the tension of the spokes.
In the event of a malfunction, contact a professional bicycle mechanic.
— Fork: Check the integrity of the fork. You can determine the need for servicing the suspension
fork both visually and by sensing changes in the operation of the fork. Do not try to straighten
the bent fork yourself, it must be replaced. Make sure that when working the fork does not emit
squeaks, knocks and rattle, there is no backlash. Maintenance of the suspension fork (cleaning
/ replacing oil seals, replacement of shock absorber fluid, oil) should be carried out in a
specialized bicycle workshop.
— Tires: check the tire pressure — it should correspond to the range indicated on the side of the
tire. Inspect tires for wear. There should be no cuts or hernias on them.
— Handlebar and rudder removal: check the tightening of the handlebar and extension screws.
Be convinced that grips reliably and densely «fit» on a wheel.
— Speed Shifters: Make sure gear shifts are in an adjusted state and that there are no signs of
damage.
— Cranks and pedals: Cranks and pedals should not have visible signs of damage. The
connecting rods should rotate freely, without any noticeable play. Bent and damaged pedals
and connecting rods should be replaced by contacting a profes¬sional bicycle mechanic.
— Gears: Inspect the gears carefully and make sure they do not have bent or broken teeth.
Check that the drive sprockets are firmly attached to the connecting rods and that they do not
have any play.
— Make sure that the cables are not damaged and do not have kinks, as well as traces of rust.
The braid should not be frayed or torn. Remember that over time, the cables tend to stretch. If the
above-described malfunctions are found, contact a specialized bicycle workshop or dealer to
replace or adjust the cables.
— Disc brakes: Check the brakes for wear on the pads and rotors. Make sure that the brake
machine (caliper) is firmly attached to the frame or fork of the bicycle (respec¬tively for the rear
and front brakes).
— Chain: The chain must be clean and lubricated. Check that all links of the chain are moving
relative to each other, otherwise the chain will jam, which can lead to damage to other
components of the bicycle. Check chain wear regularly or contact a professional bicycle
mechanic for inspection.
— Rim brakes: check the brakes for pad wear. Worn pads should be replaced. Make sure that
the rim is clean and free of grease. Otherwise, remove dirt with special cleaning agents.
— If your bike’s chain is equipped with a quick-release lock, you can easily remove the chain
and flush it. To install — remove the lock, use a special key or contact a bicycle workshop.
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