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Resources Maintenance Riding Quick start Safety
Basic riding technique
Use the following tips and techniques to get the most out of your riding experience.
Turning and handling
Wet, debris-strewn, or uneven pavement
will affect the handling of your bicycle.
Paint (crosswalks, lane lines) and metal
surfaces (grates, manhole covers) can be
especially slippery when wet. Try to avoid
sudden changes in direction on less-than-
ideal surfaces.
WARNING: Proper steering system
setup is essential. An improperly set or
maintained steering system can result in
an unsafe ride and may lead to injury or
death.
Front cargo: Make sure the front
wheel responds to turning left and right.
Steering on this bike is accomplished
through a steering cable system. If the
front wheel doesn’t respond to handlebar
turning or if steering is delayed, visit your
bike shop before you ride.
Rear cargo: Be careful of “toe over-
lap.” When you turn the handlebar at very
slow speeds, your foot could overlap or
touch the front wheel or fender. Reposition
your foot or do not pedal when you ride
slowly with the handlebar turned.
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