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a
b
c
d
3. Spin the wheels to check whether the rims are
true. If you have disc brakes, watch the gap
between frame and rim or tire and, if you have rim
brakes, between brake pad and rim. Untrue rims
can be an indication of tires with ruptured sides,
broken axles or spokes.
For more information see the chapter “The
wheels and the tires” and the instructions of the
component manufacturers on this CENTURION
CD-ROM.
4. Test the brakes in stationary by firmly pulling the
brake levers towards the handlebars
(a)
. The
brake pads of rim brakes must hit the rim evenly
with their entire surface without touching the tire
during braking or in open condition or in between.
Make sure you cannot pull the brake levers all the
way to the handlebars and check the hydraulic
brake cables for mineral oil/brake fluid leaks!
Check the thickness of the brake pads, as well.
With disc brakes you should have a stable
pressure point at once. If you have to actuate
the brake lever more than once to get a positive
braking response, have the CENTURION bike
checked by your CENTURION dealer immedi-
ately.
For more information see the chapter “The brake
system” and the instructions of the component
manufacturers on this CENTURION CD-ROM.
5. Let your CENTURION bike bounce on the ground
from a small height. If there is any rattling, see
where it comes from. Check the bearings and
bolted connections, if necessary. Tighten them
slightly, if necessary.
6. In case you have a CENTURION bike with sus-
pension, press down on your CENTURION bike
and see whether the spring elements retract and
extend as usual
(b)
.
For more information see the chapters “Suspen-
sion forks” and “Suspension seat posts” and the
instructions of the component manufacturers on
this CENTURION CD-ROM.
7. If your bike has a kickstand
(c)
, make sure it is
fully raised before you set off. Risk of an accident!
8. Do not forget to take a high quality D-
(d)
or
chain lock with you on your ride. The only way to
effectively protect your CENTURION bike against
theft is to lock it to an immovable object.
9. If you want to ride on public roads, make sure
your CENTURION bike is equipped according
to the applicable regulations of your country
(e)
.
Riding without lights and reflectors in dark or dim
conditions is very dangerous because you will be
seen too late or not at all by other road users.
A lighting set that corresponds to the regulations
is a must on public roads. Turn on the lights as
soon as dusk sets in.
For more information see the chapter “Legal
requirements for riding on public roads“.
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