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2. Check brakes function
a. Pull the brake levers with full strength
and make sure the brakes are stopping
the wheels from spinning efficiently.
b. Brake pads should reach the rim
around the first third of the brake lever
stroke.
c. The brake lever should not get in
contact with the grip.
d. The wheel should be able to spin freely
when the brake lever is released.
If these conditions are not met, an
adjustment of your brakes is required. See
brake adjustment section for instructions.
3. Check tire pressure
a. Use a pressure gage or connect a
pump with a pressure gage to each
tire’s valve to get a pressure reading.
Make sure the pressure is within the
tire’s recommended pressure value.
This information is engraved on each
tire’s sidewall. Adjust pressure with a
pump if it is below the recommended
minimum pressure.It is normal for
a tire to lose a bit of its air pressure
after a while. However, if your tire is
completely flat (out of air pressure),
it is likely that its inner tube has been
punctured. You will need to repair
or replace the inner tube before you
can go for a ride. See tire pressure
adjustment and puncture repair
section for instructions.
4. Check the chain’s lubrication
a. Spin the chainwheel backwards and
visually inspect the chain for proper
lubrication. A squeaking sound when
the chainwheel is spinning is also an
easy symptom to spot that tells you
that your chain needs to be lubricated.
In doubt, add some lubricant. See
the Lubricating the chain section for
instructions.
If possible, always ride with
someone else. This way, in the case
of an accident, one can call for
assistance and wait along with the
injured rider.
If you are going by yourself, tell
someone you know about your
itinerary and expected return time.
Bring a cellular phone if possible.
If using a power assist system, think
about the planned distance of your
ride and battery autonomy. Adapt
your power assist level accordingly.
See Optimizing your battery life
section in Getting Started chapter
for more details on how to increase
your range.
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