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LOCATION OF PARTS WITH ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

A - Headset

Remove, clean and regrease

bearings yearly, checking if

replacement is required.

B - Stem Nuts

Ensure stem nuts and bolts are

tight.

C - Handlebars

Check handlebar/stem bolts are

tight. Check brake levers are

securely mounted to bars and

brakes stop smoothly and

efficiently.

D - Brakes

Lightly oil exposed cables

monthly. Maintain adjustment and

replace brake blocks when worn,

brake cables when frayed.

E - Reflectors (front & rear)

Ensure reflectors are secure,

clean and undamaged.

Replace if necessary.

F - Front Suspension unit

(Dealer adjustment only)

Refer to table of Recommended torque values - page 8.

Half Yearly — Remove and clean, lubricate chain, derailleur gears and all cables. Check and replace as required.

Yearly — Remove, clean and regrease hub axles, bottom bracket set and headset.

NB — Wash cycle weekly with warm soapy water and polish dry with a soft cloth. Do not pressure wash.

SAFE CYCLING AND SAFETY TIPS

Before you ride your bicycle at any time make sure it is in a safe operating condition. Particularly check that your:-

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Bicycle's nuts, bolts and parts are tight and not worn or damaged.

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Riding position is comfortable.

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Brakes are operating effectively.

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Steering is free with no excessive play.

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Wheels run true and hub bearings are correctly adjusted.

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Wheels are properly secured and locked to frame/fork.

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Tyres are in good condition and inflated to correct pressure.

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Pedals are securely tightened to pedal cranks.

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Gears are correctly adjusted.

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All reflectors are in position.

After you have made any adjustments to your bicycle, check that all nuts and bolts are securely tightened and cables are

free from kinks and fixed securely to the bicycle frame.

Every six months (more frequently if high mileage or subject to heavy use) your bicycle should be professionally checked

to ensure that it is in correct and safe working order. A 'Service Record' is provided for your use.

CHECKS AND LUBRICATION

G - Tyres

Check for cuts and wear. Maintain

pressure indicated on tyre wall for

maximum efficiency.

H - Wheel Reflectors

Check reflectors are clean and

securely fixed, monthly.

I - Disc Brakes - Front

(Routine maintenance by your

dealer recommended.)

J - Wheel Hubs

Grease bearings monthly. Adjust

cones to avoid free play from side

to side.

K - Pedals with Reflectors

Check all fittings are secure and

clean.

L - Cranks

Grease bearings monthly. Check

that axle bolts or cotterpin bolts

are tight. Check for free play in

bottom bracket.

M - Chain

Keep lightly oiled weekly, clean

and lubricate half yearly.

N - Wheels

Rims should be kept free from wax, oil,

grease, glue and checked for rim

damage or wear due to brake action.

Check rim wear line limit indicator. See

page 13.

O - Bottom Bracket

Clean, regrease yearly, checking for

wear.

P - Gears

Front and Rear — Lightly oil moving

parts. Maintain adjustments of front and

rear derailleurs.

Q - Disc Brake - Rear

(Routine maintenance by your dealer

recommended).

R - Seat and Stem Nuts

Be sure seat and

stem nuts are tight. See page 8.

S - Pedals

S -

Lightly oil bearings monthly.

T - Frame Number