Forbidden DRUID - Maintenance and Care; Pre-Ride Maintenance Checks; Weekly;Monthly Maintenance Checklist; Six to Twelve-Month Maintenance

DRUID ASSEMBLY MANUAL \ MAINTENANCE
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BEFORE EVERY RIDE
Front and rear wheels are securely and properly mounted in the fork
and frame dropouts.
Axles should be tightened as per the torque chart.
Wheels should spin freely without any resistance or rubbing from
brake pads/ rotors.
Wheels should be steadfast and straight without any side-to-side or
up-and-down play in the hub or buckles (and cracks) in the rim.
All cockpit parts should be torqued to manufacturer’s specications.
Check brake functionality and where possible/ practical, pad wear.
Worn brake pads must be replaced before use.
The headset system moves freely and without play.
Handlebar, stem and seat post are all properly secured and have no
visible signs of wear or damage.
General check to ensure that all components (including the frame)
are free of any signs of damage, material fatigue or early signs of failure
(deformations, fractures, cracks, stress lines in nish, etc.).
Check both tire sidewalls and tread for damage and that pressures
are not outside those advised by the tire manufacturer.
Ensure that your chain and drivetrain are properly and regularly
lubricated and cleaned between service intervals.
Do not ride even if only one of the possible defects is present.
WEEKLY OR MONTHLY CHECKLIST*
All bolts and ttings are tightened to the proper torque value
Your wheels are true and spoke tension is proper and consistent
Brake pads have sucient pad material and brake system is free
of any leaking fluids
Derailleur hanger is straight and the rear derailleur is properly adjusted
Too much or too little chain lube can wear your drivetrain prematurely
so give it a clean and a light lube while you are at it.
Front and rear suspension are properly adjusted and are not leaking fluids
Tires are free of damage or excessive wear
SIX TO TWELVEMONTH CHECKLIST*
Bike overhaul/tune-up completed by a compentent mechanic.
Clean and re-grease headset races, bottom bracket shell, and freehub
assembly, checking for wear and tear
Remove and rebuild frame linkage, checking bearings and replacing
as necessary.
Remove and re-grease axles and tighten all ttings to proper torque values
Front and rear suspension service.
Dropper seatpost service
Detailed inspection of all components for signs of damage, wear, or failure
Here at Forbidden we take pride in the level of craftsmanship we apply to each and every bike we sell. Tested beyond the safety standards adopted by many in the industry, we stand by our
product 100%. But mountain biking by its very nature puts a lot of stress on equipment, all of which will wear dierently and fatigue at diering rates, and may even fail without warning. We,
therefore, recommend that you regularly inspect your bike for any signs of damage and wear, replacing any worn and damaged components. If you don’t have the necessary skills, please refer
to your local bike shop or Forbidden dealer. Loose bolts can lead to frame damage (and potential failure) that is not covered under warranty. Please use the torque wrench and attachments
supplied with your DRUID and refer to the torque settings outlined on page 10. If you are not condent in conducting these checks, please contact your local bike shop.
*Frequency depends on how much or how hard you ride.
CAUTION: Mountain biking and cycling o-road causes vibrations that can
(and will over time) loosen the bolts on your bike. Please check all frame ttings
regularly, including all linkage and rear shock assembly junctions.