WARNING - As with all mechanical components, the bicycle is
subjected to wear and high stresses. Different materials and
components may react to wear or stress fatigue in different
ways. If the design life of a component has been exceeded, it
may suddenly fail possibly causing injuries to the rider. Any form
of cracking, scratches, fraying or change of colouring in highly
stressed areas indicate that the life of the component has been
reached and it should be replaced.
Control Checks
Checking over your bike controls prior to every ride is critical to the
riders safety. These checks must be carried out after assembly.
• Brake function.
Squeeze the brake levers. Can you apply full braking force at the
levers without having them touch the handlebar? Try to move
the bike forwards with the brake levers squeezed. Are the wheels
locked? If not, then the brakes are not working properly. Do not ride
the bike until you have consulted your Whyte retailer.
• Wheel attachment.
Ensure the front and rear wheels are correctly secured to the fork
and frame.
• Secure seat post.
If the seat post has a quick-release clamp fastener for easy height
adjustment, check that it is properly adjusted and in the locked
position
• Handlebar and saddle alignment.
Make sure the saddle and handlebar stem are parallel to the bike’s
centre line and clamped tight enough so that you can’t twist them
out of alignment. If they are not, do not ride the bike until you have
consulted your Whyte retailer.
• Handlebar grips.
Ensure the grips are tight by twisting the handlebar grips with force
making sure they do not move. Make sure there is a plug in each end
of the handlebars.
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INFO - Ergonomic adjustments to seat-post heights,
handlebars, and suspension set ups can affect the control,
comfort and performance of the user and bicycle. Correct set
up can have a great affect on increasing or reducing the rider
safety and enjoyment.
WARNING - A loose or damaged stem, handlebars, grips or
extensions can cause you to lose control and fall. Unplugged
handlebars or extensions can cut you and cause serious injury
in an otherwise minor accident.
PRE-RIDE CHECKS
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