Avigo BICYCLE - Safety Checks and Equipment

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BEFORE YOU RIDE

SAFETY CHECKLIST

Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following safety checks: (For information and instructions on

performing speciﬁc equipment checks, locate the relevant section in the manual using the index on page vii).

1. Brakes

• Ensure front and rear brakes work properly.

• Ensure brake shoe pads are not over worn and are correctly positioned in relation to the rims.

• Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted, and display no obvious wear.

• Ensure brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar.

2. Steering

• Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering.

• Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel.

• Check that the head set locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened.

• If the bicycle is tted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are properly positioned

and tightened.

3. Cranks and Pedals

• Ensure pedals are securely tightened to the cranks.

• Ensure cranks are securely tightened to the axle and are not bent.

4. Wheels and Tires

• Ensure tires are inﬂated to within the maximum recommended limit as displayed on the

tire sidewall.

• Ensure tires have tread and have no bulges or excessive wear.

• Ensure rims run true and have no obvious wobbles or kinks.

• Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken.

• Check that axle nuts are tight.