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Before every ride
Check the following points before setting off:
1. Are the quick-release levers
(a) of the front and rear wheel properly closed and
the bolts of the seat post and other components tightened? For more informa
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tion see the chapter “How to use the quick-releases“.
Improperly closed quick-releases can cause components to come loose.
This can cause a serious accident!
2. Are the tires in good condition and do they have sufficient pressure? Make a
“thumb test“ (b). The tire should only yield a little. For more information see the
chapter “The wheels and tires“.
3. Spin the wheels to check whether the rims are true. Watch the gap between
rim and brake pad or, in the case of disc brakes, between frame and rim or tire.
Untrue rims can be an indication of tires with ruptured sides or broken axles or
spokes. For more information see the chapter “The wheels and tires“.
4. Test the brakes while standing by firmly pulling the brake levers towards the han-
dlebars. The brake pads of rim brakes must hit the rim with their entire surface
without touching the tire.
With disc brakes you should have a stable pressure point. Make sure the hydrau
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lic lines do not show any leakage. You should not be able to pull the lever all
the way to the handlebars. For more information see the chapter “The brake
system“.
5. If you want to ride on public roads, you must equip your FELT bike according to
the regulations of your country. Riding without a light and without reflectors in
dark or dim conditions is very dangerous, because you will too late or not at all
be seen by other road users. A lighting set that corresponds to the regulations is
a must on public roads (c). Turn on the lights as soon as dusk sets in. For more
information see the chapter “Legal requirements for riding on public roads“.
a b c c
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