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7 Cycling correctly
7�1 Braking correctly
The left brake lever is used to operate the front brake.
The right brake lever is used to operate the rear brake.
To get the most out of the disc brakes, please note the following:
Your child should always brake with both brakes at the same time.
Optimum use of the brakes depends on the road surface; in most cases it
is best to brake 70% with the front brake and 30% with the rear brake.
Do not let the brakes slip when driving downhill! Always brake strongly and
briey (less than ve seconds) and then release the brakes again.
HINT
Letting the brakes slip may excessively heat up the brake discs and brake uid. This
can cause the brake to deteriorate or even fail.
HINT
The braking distance can vary depending on the road surface and driving conditions.
Make sure that your child allows for a sucient braking distance, especially when
the road is wet.
7�2 Shifting gears correctly
With the rear shifter (1) your child shifts to the
next lower gear (for slower speeds).
With the front shifter (2) your child shifts to
the next higher gear (for higher speeds).
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