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2. Safety
2.1 GENERAL SAFETY
DANGER
RISK OF INJURY DUE TO INSUFFICIENT SAFETY EQUIPMENT!
Effective safety equipment makes a valuable contribution to personal safety.
• Wear a helmet every time you ride.
• Always wear high visibility and reflective clothing.
DANGER
RISK OF ACCIDENT DUE TO SUDDEN FAILURE OF PRE-DAMAGED OR WORN COMPO-
NENTS!
Bicycles are exposed to very high loads and high wear. In addition, crashes or unplanned
riding maneuvers cause unpredictable load peaks. These loads can damage components of
your bike without notice.
• Your bike must be checked regularly by your dealer for wear and damage. See also „7.
Maintenance“ on page 23.
• Worn or damaged components must be replaced.
DANGER
DANGER OF ACCIDENT DUE TO UNREPAIRED HEADSET PLAY!
In the event of headset play over a longer period of time, the headset can create a notch
effect on the steerer tube. As a result of this notch effect, the steerer tube can break, which
can cause crashes with serious consequences!
• Regularly check and correct headset play (see „3.2 Straightening the handlebar and adjust
headset play“ on page 12).
• If anything is unclear, consult your dealer.
DANGER
RISK OF ACCIDENT DUE TO CONTACT BETWEEN FOOT AND FRONT WHEEL OR MUDGU-
ARD!
Depending on the frame size, shoe size and foot position on the pedal, the tip of the foot may
touch the front wheel or the mudguard if the steering angle is large.
• When riding slowly, be aware that the steering angle may be restricted.
• This is not a problem when riding faster, as the steering angle is usually smaller here.
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