Genesis Mountain - Setting up the Brake Levers

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Setting up the brake levers
Set the brake lever so that you can safely grip it
and brake without getting tired. Familiarize your-
self with the allocation of the brake levers to the
rear and the front wheel brake!
Some brakes are equipped with brake force
limiters (“modulators”). These components are
intended to prevent over-braking and dangerous
blocking of the wheels.
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Changing the position of the stem
also changes the position of the han-
dlebars. You should always be able
to safely reach and use grips and controls.
Please ensure that all cables and lines are
long enough to allow you to turn the handle-
bars in every possible way.
Adjustable stem
Quill stem
For detailed information, please
read the instructions supplied by the
manufacturer. The functionality and
secure t of the suspension parts are vital for
your safety!
Height changes are possible by:
• Exchanging the spacer installed below or
above the stem
• Turning the stem
• Exchanging the stem
This should only be performed by a
specialist dealer
Adjustment of the stem incline is possible
BMX bicycles are ridden in a stand-
ing position. Please ask your special-
ised dealer which riding position is
suitable for you.
The braking force can suddenly in-
crease when the brake lever is pulled
strongly or at the end of the lever
movement!
Familiarize yourself with this uneven braking
effect. Request the manufacturer’s operating
instructions and have them explained to you.
The brake levers should be set up
so that your hands can safely and
comfortably apply them as a straight
extension of your arms.
Check the position of the brake le-
vers before your rst ride.
In hub gear systems, the right
brake lever on the handlebars is generally the
front brake. However, in chain gear systems,
this brake lever is located on the left side of
the handlebars.
If you would like to swap the position of the
brake levers on the handlebars, please con-
tact a specialist retailer to do the work.
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