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12 MAINTENANCE & SERVICING
12.9 Tyres & Rims
Consult the manufacturers manuals for specic tyre and rim information.
Clearance around tyres must be maintained as increasing tyre size may
require an increased rim width. Any changes to tyre widths and sizes may
affect your bikes performance. Changes to tyre clearances may cause
mechanical interference, failure, and damage to the frame. Inspect tyres
closely for sufcient clearance.
If your bike uses inner tubes you should check the condition of your inner
tubes on a regular basis. When replacing tyres, be sure to also replace the
inner tubes. Stretched inner tubes can crease and fail due to thinning of
the inner tube rubber. Make sure your inner tube size markings match the
tyre size. Please contact your Whyte retailer if you are unsure whether
your wheels are tubeless or use inner tubes.
Only use tyres for designated terrain, on an appropriate bicycle and using
proper safety equipment at all times. After replacing worn tyres, take time
to become acquainted with the handling and performance of your new
tyres.
Follow tyre pressure guidelines located on your tyre and rim. Check
your tyre pressure before every ride. Ensure any replacement tyre is
compatible with your bikes rims to ensure correct tment and tyre
pressures. Also check your valve cores for damage and if found to be
damaged replace them.
Essential Checks
1. Check your tyres for damage before and after riding. Punctured,
cracked, bulging or blistered tyres should be replaced immediately. If not
replaced, damage can result in sudden and complete tyre failure.
2. Check to ensure the beads of the tyres are fully and evenly seated
around the entire circumference of the rims before every ride. Do not
cut, sipe or otherwise modify your tyres.
3. Check your wheel assembly for trueness and even spoke tension
before use and each time the tyre is removed or replaced. Check for
broken or damaged spokes and replace as necessary. Replace bent or
damaged rims or wheels immediately.
4. Liquid sealants should only be used in the following types of tyres:
Tubeless Road, Tubular, and Tubeless Ready. Tube-type tyres should only
be used in conjunction with an inner tube on an approved rim.
5. Store your tyres in a safe place at a constant temperature. Do not
store tyres in direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Allowing tyres
to stand in oil, gasoline or other chemicals may have an adverse affect on
the rubber compounds of the tyre.
6. Regularly check the spoke tension, dish and wear of the wheel.
7. Check that the wheel is attached correctly before each ride.
PLEASE NOTE: All replacement components must be original. For
assistance regarding maintenance or damage please contact your local
Whyte retailer or Whyte Bikes directly.
WARNING! Failure to follow manufacturers recommended rim
and tyre pressures can lead to mechanical failures which could
result in a serious accident or even death.
WARNING! Wheels must not be used if they are damaged or
show signs of damage in some way. If in any doubt, consult your
Whyte retailer.
WARNING! Check Tubeless Ready Tape every three months for
signs of wear
WARNING! Do not ll your tyres with an air compressor, such as
those found at a gas/petrol stations. Tyre ination can occur too
quickly and air pressure can cause your tyre to blow off the rim,
which can cause serious injury.
WARNING! Inspect the hub ange, where the heads of the spokes
are hooked (or otherwise attached) to the hub ange, for cracks.
Inspect the rim where the spokes meet the rim. It is not uncom-
mon to see cracks form where the spokes meet the rim.
WARNING! The wheels should be used only in accordance
with their intended use. Otherwise the user shall assume
responsibility. The maximum system weight of the EPAC must not
be exceeded.
CAUTION! Do not use metal tyre levers. These can damage the
surface of the rim, tyre, or inner tube.
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