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Read the instructions of the component manufac-
turer when the brake system requires cleaning.
Do not touch the brake disk while it
spins or directly after braking. There
is a risk of injuries or burns.
Brake disks, in particular, are subject
to wear. Please allow a specialist
dealer to check these safety-related
parts on a regular basis and to replace them
as required.
Source: Shimano
®
techdocs
Source: Shimano
®
techdocs
Various versions of disk brakes are
available for racing and cyclo-cross
bikes. Please always read the en-
closed instructions from the component manu-
facturer before the rst ride. Familiarise your-
self with the operation and behaviour of the
brakes on a safe piece of land before riding.
If your bicycle comes equipped with
a converter, which makes it possible
to operate hydraulic brakes with me-
chanical brake levers, read the attached com-
ponent manufacturer’s operating instructions
before using it.
Drum brakes
Roller brake
Source: Shimano
®
techdocs
Roller brakes
Gear hubs, roller, drum or back pedal brakes are
opened as follows:
• Loosen the cable anchor or quick release on
the brake arm.
• In the case of back pedal brakes, the screws
on the brake arm of the chain stay have to be
opened.
Nearly all modern brakes have much
more braking power than was avail-
able for bicycles in former times. Be
careful while getting
used to it. Practise
the use of the brakes
and emergency brak-
ing actions in trafc-
free, safe terrain rst
before participating in
road trafc.
Do not brake continu-
ously or only with one
brake when you ride on
a long or very steep incline. This
might lead to overheating and associated loss
of braking force.
You brake correctly and safely when you
use both brakes equally. The only exception
is riding on slippery ground, e.g. on sand or
ice. This should be done cautiously and main-
ly with the rear brake. There is otherwise a
risk that the front wheel slides sideways and
causes a fall.
Your bicycle is supplied with the cor-
responding operating manual for
your specic gear system. You can
get more information about the gears on your
bicycle in the operating manual provided by
your manufacturer or on the manufacturer‘s
website.