SAFETY CHECK
WARNING! Before the first ride and routinely thereafter before each ride,
perform the below safety check as well as any additional safety checks
outlined in the Owner’s Manual, to ensure the bicycle is safe to ride.
Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury.
1. NUTS, BOLTS, SCREWS AND OTHER FASTENERS: Ensure the seatpost, stem, and
handlebar are properly tightened. You can check the tightness of the handlebar, stem,
and seatpost by securing the bicycle between your legs and trying to twist, push, and pull
the handlebar and saddle. The handlebar and saddle should not move. If any components
move, realign the part, increase the bolt tension, and try again. Repeat as necessary until
there is no movement. Periodically check all the bolts on the bicycle to ensure they are
torqued to specification using a torque wrench.
2. SEATPOST: Ensure the saddle height is appropriate. Adjust as necessary.
3. TYRES AND WHEELS: Ensure the wheels spin freely and do not wobble. The wheels
should be centered in the frame and fork. If the wheels wobble and are not centered,
please contact Rider Care or visit an Authorised Specialized Retailer.
4. TYRE PRESSURE: The tyres must be inflated and periodically checked and re-inflated
using a pump with an accurate gauge. Please refer to the Tyres and Tubes section of the
Specialized Bicycle Owner’s Manual supplied with your bicycle for additional information.
5. BRAKES: The brakes are pre-adjusted and aligned out of the box. If the brake pads or
arms are misaligned, please contact Rider Care or visit an Authorised Specialized Retailer.
Check the brake pads periodically for wear. Brake pads should be replaced once they
wear down to the wear line. If the brake pads need to be replaced, but you do not have
experience replacing brake pads, please visit an Authorised Specialized Retailer. Test the
brakes by lifting one end of the bicycle at a time, spinning each wheel, and squeezing the
brake lever. If the brakes are not working correctly, please contact Rider Care or visit an
Authorised Specialized Retailer.
Regularly inspect the bicycle to ensure there is no damage to any of the components.
Replace any worn or damaged components or have them replaced by an Authorised
Specialized Retailer.
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