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PART 2
Fatigue Is Not A Perfectly Predictable Science
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Section D. Inspect For Safety
GT Bicycle Owner’s Manual
Fatigue Is Not A Perfectly
Predictable Science
Fatigue is not a perfectly predictable science, but
we can give you some general factors to help
you determine how often you need to inspect (or
have your retailer inspect) your bicycle. The
more you fit the “shorten product life” profile, the
more frequent your need to inspect. The more
you fit the “lengthen product life” profile, the less
frequent your need to inspect.
Factors that shorten product life:
• Hard, harsh riding style
• "Hits," crashes, jumps, other "shots" to
bike
• High mileage
• Higher body weight
• Stronger, more fit, more aggressive
rider
• Corrosive environment (wet, salt air,
winter road salt, accumulated sweat)
• Presence of abrasive mud, dirt, sand,
soil in riding environment
Factors that lengthen product life:
• Smooth, fluid riding style
• No "hits," crashes, jumps, other
"shots" to bike
• Low mileage
• Lower body weight
• Less aggressive rider
• Non-corrosive environment (dry,
salt-free air)
• Clean riding environment
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