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Owner’s Manual for GX, April 2019
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Check to make sure that all parts and accessories are still secure, and tighten
any that are not.
Check the frame and wheels, particularly in the area around all tube joints; the
handlebars; the stem; the spokes and rims; and the seat post for any deep
scratches, cracks or discoloration. These are signs of stress-caused fatigue and
indicate that a part is at the end of its useful life and needs to be replaced. See
also the Appendix.
5. Disc brakes require a different set of inspection steps. Check for these issues before every
ride:
Pads rubbing on rotors.
Worn out pads (which can lead to over-extended pistons).
Pistons that are stuck and/or won’t retract fully.
Disc rotors that are bent and need straightening by your Gocycle dealer.
Hydraulic brakes that feel “sponge-y” and/or levers that can be depressed all the
way to the grips w/o generating adequate stopping power (due to trapped air
and/or leaks).
WARNING: Like any mechanical device, a Gocycle and its components are subject to
wear and stress. Different materials and mechanisms wear or fatigue from stress at different
rates and have different life cycles. If a component’s life cycle is exceeded, the component can
suddenly and catastrophically fail, causing serious injury or death to the rider
Scratches, cracks, fraying and discoloration are signs of stress-caused fatigue and indicate
that a part is at the end of its useful life and needs to be replaced. While the materials and
workmanship of your Gocycle or of individual components may be covered by a warranty for a
specified period of time by the manufacturer, this is no guarantee that the product will last the
term of the warranty. Product life is often related to the kind of riding you do and to the
treatment to which you submit the Gocycle. The Gocycle’s warranty is not meant to suggest
that the Gocycle cannot be broken or will last forever. It only means that the Gocycle is
covered subject to the terms of the warranty. Please be sure to read the Appendix - Intended
Use of your Gocycle and - The lifespan of your bike and its components.
6. As required: If either brake lever fails the Mechanical Safety Check (Section 1.C), don’t ride
the bike. Have your Gocycle dealer check the brakes or contact Gocycle for assistance.
7. Every 25 (hard off-road) to 50 (on-road) hours of riding: Take your bike to your Gocycle dealer
for a complete check-up.
6.1.2 If your Gocycle sustains an impact
First, check yourself for injuries, and take care of them as best you can. Seek medical help if
necessary. Next, check your Gocycle for damage.
After any crash, take your Gocycle to your Gocycle dealer for a thorough check. Carbon composite
components such as those found on the Gocycle carbon models, including fames, wheels,
handlebars, stems, cranksets, brakes, etc. which have sustained an impact must not be ridden until
they have been disassembled and thoroughly inspected by a qualified mechanic.
See also the Appendix, Lifespan of your bike and its components.
WARNING: A crash or other impact can put extraordinary stress on Gocycle components,
causing them to fatigue prematurely. Components suffering from stress fatigue can fail
suddenly and catastrophically, causing loss of control, serious injury or death.
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