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Wheels
Check that the wheels are straight. Lift the wheels one after the other and spin them.
→ The wheels must spin smoothly.
→ The wheels must run true, without moving up and down or from side to side.
→ The tyres must not rub against the frame.
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Check the wheels for play in the hubs. Lift the wheels one after the other and move the wheels to the
side.
→ There must be no play.
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Check the freehub mechanism of the rear hub to ensure proper engagement:
Sit down on your bike, push the front wheel against a wall and pedal with moderate force when
standing.
→ The power must be transferred to the rear wheel.
→ The freehub must not slip.
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Use a floor pump with pressure gauge to check the tyre pressure.
→ The tyre pressure must not fall below the minimum or exceed the maximum value recommended
by the tyre and rim manufacturer.
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Check the tyres for damage and wear.
→ There must be no damages.
→ The tyres must not be so worn that the puncture protection belt or the carcass threads can be
seen through the tread.
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Check whether the quick-release skewers and thru axles are properly attached. X X
Brakes
Check the bite point of the brakes: Pull both brake levers while standing.
→ The bite point must be felt around half way down the brake lever travel.
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Check the braking performance: Pull the brake lever while standing and push the bike backwards and
forwards.
→ The rear wheel must lock when the brake lever is pulled.
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Check the brake pads for wear.
→ The brake pad on the metal backing plate must be at least 0.5mm thick.
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Check the disc rotors for wear.
→ Minimum thickness of brake rotors: Avid:1.55mm, Shimano:1.5mm.
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Check whether the brake hoses and connections are leaking brake fluid and check them for defects.
→ Brake fluid must not escape at the connections.
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Parts
Check the headset for play: Stand next to your bike with both hands on the handlebar. Pull the front
brake lever and gently push the bike backwards and forwards.
→ It should not be possible to turn the handlebar with normal force.
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Check the headset for play: Push the bike with the front wheel against a wall and slowly move the bike
back and forth.
→ There should be no play in the headset.
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Verify the tight fit of the seat post: Stand behind your bike, hold the saddle with one hand and try to turn
it left and right.
→ It should not be possible to turn the saddle or seat post.
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Make sure that all components are tight.
→ If necessary, tighten the parts to the proper torque.
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