Operating Manual

OPERATING MANUAL

Gravel / Road Bike ISO 4210:2014 Translation of the Original instruction manual Dear Customer,

To start with, we’d like to provide you with some important information Firstly, here are a few important pointers as to the rider’s person which about your new bicycle. This will help you make the most of its benefits are also very important: and avoid any possible risks. Please read this instruction manual carefully • Always wear a suitable bicycle helmet adjusted to fit and keep it for your future reference. your head and wear it for every ride! Your bicycle has been handed over to you fully assembled and adjusted. • Read the instructions supplied by your helmet manu- If this is not the case, please contact your specialist retailer to ensure that facturer relating to fitting the helmet properly. this important work is completed or make sure you carefully read the en- • Always wear bright clothing or sportswear with reflec- closed assembly instructions and follow all the directions given. tive elements when you ride. If you are riding in dif- It is assumed that users of this product have a basic and sufficient knowl- ficult terrain, please wear suitable protective clothing, edge of how to use bicycles. e.g. body protectors. This is vital so that other people Everyone that: can SEE YOU. • Always wear tight clothing on your lower body, and trouser clips if re- • uses quired. Your shoes should be grippy and have stiff soles. • repairs or services Even if you are an experienced bicycle user, please take the time to first • cleans read the chapter “Before your first ride” and then carry out all the impor- • or disposes of tant checks from the chapter “Before each ride”! this bicycle has to understand and take note of the content and purpose of Please note that as a bike rider, you are particularly at risk on public roads. this operating manual. If you have any further questions or have not quite Ensure that you protect yourself and others with responsible and safe understood certain points, you should contact a specialist bicycle retailer riding! for your own safety. All information contained in this operating manual relates to the design, technology as well as care and maintenance of your bicycle. Please take note of this information, as much of it is relevant to safety. Failure to con- sider this information can cause accidents, falls and damage to property. As modern bicycle technology is highly complex, we have chosen to only describe the most important points. In addition, this operating manual only applies to the bicycle with which it was supplied. For more specific technical details, please refer to the enclosed notes and instructions from the respective manufacturers of the individual components used on the bicycle. If you are unsure about a particular point, please contact your specialist retailer. Before riding your bicycle on public roads, you should inform yourself about the applicable national regulations in your specific country.

C2 If you leave this page unfolded when you read this guide, you can immediately recognise which part of the bicycle is being referred to.

Bicycle parts Frame 1 Top tube Stem 2 Down tube Handlebars 3 Seat tube Brake lever 4 Head tube 5 Chain stay 6 Seat stay Shifter 4 Seat 1 Headset Seat post Shifter cable Seat post clamp Brake cable

3 Fork

6 Disc brake caliper Brake disc Dropout Thru axle Derailleur cassette 7 8 5 Quick release Wheel: Rear derailleur Front wheel hub Front derailleur Spoke Chain Tire Chain ring Rim Crank arm Valve Pedal

7 Fastening rear wheel (bolted axle / thru axle / quick release) 8 Fastening front wheel (bolted axle / thru axle / quick release)

C3 Safety information Never ridewithyourhandsoff thehandlebars. retailer toinstructyouonhowproperlyuseandmaintainthesematerials. specialist your Ask cranks. and forks, frames, rails, stems, saddle and handlebars, posts seat the include fibre carbon of made parts Common 26). page section, connections” “Bolted (see torque tightening lower a require often fibre, carbon i.e. materials, composite of made components that Note that allboltsandcomponentsaresecure. your bicycle was unused, even for a short period of time! Regularly check Check that all quick releases are safe and secure every time you ride after The textwhichthewarningcoversalwayshasagreybackground. can occur! described danger the that risk a always is there symbol, this see you If torque inordertopreventcomponentsfromcominglooseorbreaking. correct the with comply to you asks pointer of type fourth injury.The cal physi- including damage, serious and falls potential against warning type referring to possible damage to property and the environment, and a third important information about your new bicycle and how to use it, a second This operating manual contains different types of pointers – one providing manual withthebicycle. operating this them give please party, third a to bicycle your lend you If fore eachride”beforeusingthebicycleforfirsttime! Please ensure you read the chapters “Before the first ride” and “Be- bicycle, sothatitisalwaysathand. your to close manual the keeping recommend We bicycle. the using fore be- manual operating this in notes and warnings all read carefully Please your bicycletoaspecialistretailerfor repair, servicingandmaintenance! manual onlyapplies tothebicyclewithwhichitwas supplied. operating This bike/Fixie. Single-speed bike, Cyclocross Triathlon/Timebike, bike, trial Racing Road categories: following the in bicycles describes manual This different. somewhat look may purchased you bike The version. Gravelbike Exploro 3T the shows illustration The Give yourself! bicycle the on work to attempt not specialist do Please tools! and experience knowledge, expert requires therefore parts bicycle on Working tech! high is technology bicycle Modern The warningsbreakdownasfollows: break! or This canresultinseriousaccidents! off fall could torque correct specialist the have a not to do which up Parts retailer! work this leave always should you then wrench torque a own don’t you If torque. prescribed precise the achieve to used be to has wrench torque A26). (page section connections” ed environment. the or property to damage in result could that use proper Warning: This symbol is aimed at warning you against im- ing manualthatareparticularlyimportant. to use the product or highlights specific parts of the operat- how about information provides symbol This Information: made orcorrespondingcareisnottaken. not are actions specific if arise could that life and health your to dangers possible indicates symbol This Danger: component or listed in the table of torques in the “Bolt- the in torques of table the the in listed on or component displayed either is torque mounting connection. correct The this tightening when torque recommended exact the to adhere Please connection! bolted Important C4

RR Pro EN 3.2 Contents Imprint

Introduction C2 Maintenance/upkeep 12 For questions concerning your bicycle please Bicycle parts C3 Chain 13 always contact your dealer first, only then in Wheels 14 case the manufacturer of the bicycle. Safety information C4 Rims/tires 14 For contact details please refer to the war- Contents 1 Tires and tire pressure 15 ranty section, back cover or other included information of the brand/manufacturer. Imprint 1 Tubeless tires 16 Tubular tires 16 Responsible for sales and marketing 2 For your safety Flat tire repair for conventional tires 16 inMotion mar.com Before the first ride 2 Brakes 18 Rosensteinstr. 22, D-70191 Stuttgart, Germany Gears 20 Before each ride 3 Tel +49 711 35164091 Triathlon/TT bike 22 Fax +49 711 35164099 4 If you have had a fall Inspection plan 23 [email protected] Legal regulations 5 Lubrication 25 www.inmotionmar.com Intended use 5 Bolted connections 26 Content and images Veidt-Anleitungen Loose accessories 27 Adjusting the bicycle to the rider 6 Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 32 Using quick releases and through axles 6 Loose luggage rack 27 D-65239 Hochheim, Germany Through axles 7 Mudguards 27 [email protected] Installing pedals 8 Trailers 28 Legal inspection by a lawyer’s office special- ising in intellectual property Setting up the seating position 8 How to use carbon components 29 Setting up the angle of the seat 9 This operating manual covers the require- Transporting the bicycle 30 ments and scope of ISO 4210:2014. Setting up the position of the handlebars/stem 10 Liability for material faults (warranty) 31 In the case of delivery or use of this product outside of the scope of the aforementioned Setting up the brake levers 10 Environmental protection tips 31 areas, the manufacturer of the bicycle is re- Children 11 Inspections 32 quired to supply the necessary operating instructions. Frame 11 Hand-over documentation C5 © Multiplication, reprinting and translation as well as any commercial use (including extracts, Bicycle identification C6 in printed or digital form) is only permitted if Warranty C7 specifically granted in writing in advance.

RR Pro EN Edition 3.2, October 2017

1 For your safety Before the first ride

These instructions assume that you can already Please also consult the additional operating Modern braking systems might be ride a bicycle. It is not a teaching manual to help manuals of the individual component manu- more powerful or have a different you learn to ride. Nor is it meant to provide you facturers, which were supplied with your bicy- functionality than those that you are with information on setting up or repairing the cle or available online. used to. Please familiarise yourself with the bike. brakes on a safe piece of land before setting Always be aware that there are basic risks in- off on your first ride with the bicycle! volved in cycling. As a cyclist you are particularly If you use a bicycle with carbon fibre rims, Gear system exposed to risk. Always be aware that you do not please note that this material provides a sig- have the same level of protection as you have in Electrical motor nificantly worse braking effect in combination a car, for example. You have neither airbags nor with rim brakes than aluminium rims do! bodywork around you. However you are travel- Also remember that the effectiveness of ling more quickly and in other areas of the road Your specialist bicycle retailer will be happy to brakes can be different, often worse, than you than a pedestrian. Accordingly, you should pay answer any further questions you have after are used to in wet conditions or on slippery particular attention to other road users. reading this manual. surfaces. Please take the possibility of longer When cycling, never wear headphones or use Please ensure that your bicycle is ready for braking distances and slippery surfaces into a mobile telephone. Never cycle if you are not in use and is adjusted to fit your body. account when riding! a condition to be in complete control of your bi- That means: If you are riding a single speed or a “fixie”, cycle. This applies particularly if you have taken • Setting the position and fixture of the seat and please familiarise yourself with its behaviour medicines, alcohol or other drugs. handlebars under braking before your first ride! Single • Checking the assembly and settings of the speed wheels with just one brake are not per- brakes mitted on public roads. Fixed-gear bikes do not • Securing the wheels into the frame and fork have a freewheel mechanism. The cranks al- To ensure that you enjoy a safe and comfortable rid- ways turn whenever the back wheel is turning. ing position, please allow your specialist retailer to set up your handlebars and stem. If your bicycle has rubber or plastic Adjust the seat to a safe and comfortable posi- cage pedals, please familiarise your- • If the road surface is tion for you (see page 8). self with the grip which these offer. In wet or slippery, adjust Allow your specialist retailer to set up the brakes wet conditions, rubber and plastic pedals can your cycling style ac- so that the brake levers are always within easy be very slippery! cordingly. Cycle more reach. Ensure that you know which lever operates slowly and brake care- which brake (right/left)! fully and early, as your The right brake lever operates the rear wheel stopping distance is brake, the left brake lever operates the front significantly increased. wheel brake. Despite this, however, you should • Adjust your speed in accordance with the ter- still check if the same rule applies to your bike’s rain and your cycling ability. levers before riding it for the first time, as this can sometimes vary.

2 Before each ride

Ensure that the wheels are securely fastened in Check the air pressure in the tires. You will find Before every ride, please check that: the frame and fork. Check that the quick release instructions as to the correct tire pressures on • The brakes are working safely and are prop- skewers, through axles and all important nuts the sides of the tires. Please adhere to the re- erly secured and bolts are secure (see page 6 and page 26). quired minimum and maximum pressure! Where • The cables and fittings are not leaking, if you no pressure values have been stated, 6.5 bar have a model with hydraulic brakes / 94 PSI are deemed to be a suitable pressure • The tires are free of foreign objects and dam- for racing bicycles. Cyclocrosser tires may be age, and the rims are not damaged and run pumped up to 3 – 4 bar / 43.5 – 58 PSI. true, particularly after riding off road As a general rule of thumb, when you are • The tires have a sufficient tread depth out on a ride, you can • The suspension components are working check the tire pressure properly and are safely secured by doing the following: • The screws, nuts, through axles and quick re- If you place your thumb leases are firmely placed (see page 6 and 26). on a pumped up tire, • There are no deformations or cracks on the you should not be able frame and fork. Possible positions of quick release skewers, through axles and to significantly change • The handlebars, stem, seat post and seat are screw connections its shape by applying both correctly and securely fastened as well as pressure. set up in the right position Lift your bicycle up slightly and drop it onto the Check the tires and rims. Scan them for any • The seat post and seat are secure. Try turning ground from about 10 cm in the air. If it rattles damage, cracks or deformations, as well as embed- the seat or tipping it upwards or downwards. It or makes another unusual noise, please ask a ded particles, e.g. shards of glass or sharp stones. should not move. specialist retailer to identify and fix the problem If you should find any cuts, rips or holes, • If you are using clipless/magnet pedals, please before you ride. please refrain from riding! First have your bicycle check that they are working properly. The ped- Push the wheels forwards with the brakes checked over by a specialist. als should release easily and smoothly. pulled. The back brake should completely prevent the back wheel from moving, while the If you are unsure of whether your bi- front brake should lift the back wheel off the cycle is in a sound technical condi- ground with its braking effect. Please take an tion, take it to a specialist retailer to initial test ride in a safe place where you can be checked instead of riding it! familiarise yourself with the new brakes! Mod- It is particularly important if you use your bi- ern brakes can behave completely different cycle a lot, either through sports riding or daily under braking than those that you are perhaps use, that you regularly have all the important used to. The bicycle‘s steering should not rattle parts checked by a specialist retailer. under braking or exhibit any play. Frame and fork, suspension components and other parts relevant to your safety such as brakes and wheels are subject to heavy

3 If you have had a fall

wear, which can impact the operating safety Check out the en- • Check that both brakes are operating fully. of these parts. tire bicycle for any • Do not set off again without having checked If you use parts for longer than their intend- changes. These that the chain is sitting securely on both the ed lifetime, these can fail without warning. might be dents front chain wheel and rear sprockets. It must This can lead to falls and serious injury! and cracks in the be engaged fully with the cogs. If you set off frame and forks, or and the chain jumps off a cog you may fall, at Please make these checks before bent components. the risk of very severe injury. continuing after a fall or if your bicy- And if parts like cle falls over! the handlebars or Aluminium components are prone to Aluminium parts cannot be safely bent back saddle have been breaking without warning if they have into shape, while carbon components can displaced or twisted, you must check that these been deformed. Never use any com- sustain damage which is not visibly to the eye. parts are properly seated and functioning. ponents which have been deformed or bent Allow the bike to be checked by a specialist • Take a close look at both frame and forks. If after a fall, for example. Always replace such retailer. you inspect the surface from a variety of an- components. gles, in most cases any deformations will be- Carbon components can be seriously dam- come clear. aged without displaying any visible evidence • Ensure that the saddle, seat tube, stem and of this. After a fall, have all carbon compo- handlebars are still in the correct position. If nents checked out by your specialist dealer. they are not, DO NOT bend the component back out of its changed position without slack- If you notice any change in your bicycle, DO ening off the relevant threaded connection. NOT continue cycling. Do not retighten any loose When tightening components it is essential parts without first checking them and always use that you observe the stipulated tightening a torque wrench. Take the bicycle to your special- torque. You will find the relevant values on ist dealer, describe the fall to him and have the page 26 and in the section on “Quick releas- bicycle checked out! es”, page 6. • Check that both wheels are properly and securely aligned within the frame and forks. Lift the bicycle at both front and rear and spin the relevant wheel to check. The rim must run straight through between the brakes without any contact. The tires must not touch the brakes. For bicycles with disc brakes, inspect the gap between the frame or forks and tires to ensure that the wheel is not buckled.

4 Legal regulations

Before riding your bicycle on public Maximum permissible weight: Rider‘s • Use on terrain roads, you should inform yourself weight + Bicycle weight + Baggage • Excess load about the applicable national regu- weight • Improperly repairing defects lations in your specific country. These bikes are not designed for extreme im- Info This section provides informa- The information provided in this operating man- pact. This includes riding over steps, bike jump- tion on how the bicycle has to be ual only applies to the types of bicycles listed on ing, extreme use in authorised biking competi- equipped to be permitted to partici- the cover. tions, doing tricks and performing stunts. pate in public road traffic. Information on individual models is labelled Here you can find out which light systems accordingly. Type 2 have to be installed or carried with you and which Using the bicycle as intended also means Triathlon /Time trial bikes brakes the bicycle has to be equipped with. adhering to the operating, maintenance and up- There is also an explanation of which age restric- keep conditions described in this manual. tions apply and what age riders have to be to ride where. The participation of children in public road If your bicycle is equipped in line with national traffic is also addressed here. If there is an obli- law, the following is permitted: gation to wear a helmet, it is stated here. Type 1 Intended use Racing bikes are used on public roads, smooth surfaces and paved streets. Participating in a competition Bicycles are intended for transporting is only permissible if the manufacturer has de- one person at a time. If you are plan- signed the bike to do so. ning to transport additional people, Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for you should inform yourself about the applica- damage resulting from use outside of intended ble national regulations in your specific coun- use. This applies particularly to damage resulting try. If you would like to transport luggage, this from non-adherence to the safety instructions, requires that your bicycle is fitted with suitable and appropriately equipped Pedelecs/ youth e.g., in terms of: equipment. Children can only be transported bikes/ single speed bikes/ fixed-gear bikes • Use on terrain in children‘s seats or trailers intended for should be used on public roads, smooth surfaces • Excess load this purpose. We recommend not taking any and paved streets. Participating in a competition • Improperly repairing defects chances when it comes to quality in this area! is only permissible if the manufacturer has de- These bikes are not designed for extreme im- Ensure that you do not exceed the maximum signed the bike to do so. pact. This includes riding over steps, bike jump- permissible weight. Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for ing, extreme use in authorised biking competi- damage resulting from use outside of intended tions, doing tricks and performing stunts. (see page C5) use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e. g., in terms of:

5 Adjusting the bicycle to the rider

Type 3 The seat post, seat, stem and handlebars can Using quick releases and through axles Cyclocross bikes only be tightened and secured with quick releases or bolted connections. Quick releases and through axles are systems installed on the bicycle in place of bolted con- Please ensure that you read the nections. They consist of two parts: the clamp- manufacturer‘s operating manual for ing lever, which provides the necessary clamping your stem. Only allow specialists to force, and the locking nut, which allows you to work on your handlebars and stem, do not at- regulate the clamping force. You can change the tempt to do this yourself! setup of your quick release when the clamping and appropriately equipped youth bikes, single lever is open. speed/ fixed-gear bikes should be used on public roads and easy terrain, including unpaved path- A good gauge for measuring if the ways and designated cyclocross courses. Par- wheel is safely clamped is if you ticipating in a competition is only permissible if can only close the clamping lever the manufacturer has designed the bike to do so. with the balls of your hands when the re- Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for sistance increases after closing the lever damage resulting from use outside of intended about half way. use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of: • Use on challenging terrain and riding over ob- stacles. • Excess load • Improperly repairing defects Possible positions for adjusting bolted connections These bikes are not designed for extreme impact. This includes riding over steps, bike jump- ing, extreme use in authorised biking competitions, doing tricks and performing stunts.

If you are not certain about which kind of bike you have, ask your specialist retailer or the manufacturer about its use and limitations. Inform yourself about current legislation before riding your bike on public roads and pathways. Only ride on routes which are permitted for your type of bicycle.

Possible positions of quick release skewers / through axles Loosening adjusting nuts

6 * see page 26 • Check that all quick releases are If your bicycle has components that Inappropriately installed wheels may properly fastened before every ride. are fixed with quick releases, ensure shift while you are driving or detach • Make sure that all quick releases they are locked too when you park from the vehicle. This may damage and through axles are properly in place the bicycle. the vehicle and expose the driver to severe even if the bike was only left unattended and life-threatening injuries. It is therefore im- for a short period of time. Through axles portant to take note of the following instruc- • When it is closed, the quick release lever tions: should be flat against the frame, fork or If your bicycle has one or several • Ensure that your axle, drop-outs and seat post! through axles, please read the cor- through axle mechanisms are free from dirt • When it is closed, the end of the quick re- responding instructions provided by and contamination. lease lever should always point backwards. the component manufacturer on how to oper- • Ask your dealer for exact instructions on This ensures that it cannot be opened ate and service these parts. the proper way to secure your wheel in the through contact during riding. through axle system on your bicycle. • The quick release lever for the wheel has Through axles that mostly function – and must be • Fasten your wheel appropriately with the to be installed on the opposite side to the handled – like quick releases, are also currently through axle. brake disk, otherwise you could suffer used in chassis in lieu of bolts. • Never use the bicycle unless you are sure burns from the brake disk. The clamping The axle is screwed into the drop-out and se- that the wheel has been properly secured force of the quick release can also be re- cures the hub between the two fork arms or the and cannot come loose. duced if it is heated by the brake disk. drop-outs in the frame. With some systems, the hub and axle are secured with a quick release le- Mounting ver operated in the same way as a normal quick Place the wheel in the dropouts. The wheel hub release skewer. Systems in which the axle is only must be fastened securely in the dropouts. Close inserted or screwed in and then fastened with a the fixing mechanism. screw also exist. Refer to the attached compo- Ensure that the brake disk is properly inserted nent manufacturer instructions and allow your into the brake calliper. Ensure that neither the dealer to explain the system to you in detail. brake disk nor the hub or the brake disk fastening screws touch the lower parts of the fork. If you do not know how to adjust the disk brakes of your bike, please read the instructions provided by your disk manufacturer.

Tightening adjusting nuts

7 Installing pedals Ensure that you read the manufacturer‘s instructions before using clip- If your bicycle was supplied without the pedals less pedals. Practice clipping your pre-installed, these have to be attached with the shoes in and out of the pedals‘ locking system 90˚ correct wrench. Please note that the pedals have before your first ride in a quiet, safe place. to be screwed in in different directions and se- Clipless pedals which do not properly release 90˚ cured with a high mounting torque (see page 26). are a safety hazard. Apply assembly grease to both threads.

Forwards

Correct seat height Knee joint of the upper leg at min. 90°, angle of arm 90°

In the case of clipless pedals, you are

able to adjust how much force is re- 90˚ Please read the enclosed instruc- quired to release the shoe from the tions from the respective manufac- pedal. Please test this on your first ride with turer if you use pedals feature hook a setting that releases very easily! Regularly or strap systems. clean your clipless pedals and keep them in Practice taking your feet in and out of the good condition with a suitable spray lubricant. hooks and operating the strap releases in a safe place. Tightened straps do NOT release Setting up the seating position the feet! Possible consequences are falling and injuries. Before you use your bicycle for the first time, the seating position has to be set up to suit your body The knee should be above the axle of the front pedal size. This is vital for riding safely and securely. To do this, the seat‘s height, alignment and an- Determining the correct seat height gle have to be set up, as do the height and align- Set the saddle to what you think is the right ment of the handlebars with the stem. height. Sit on the bicycle. Enlist the help of another person or support yourself against a wall or a railing. Bring one pedal down to its lowest position and place your heel on it. Your leg should now be fully stretched.

8 * see page 26 If you place your foot in its proper position for cycling, your leg should now be lightly bent. Your foot is in the right position for cycling when its widest part is right above the pedal spindle.

Patented seat post with two-screw locking mechanism

Integrated Seatpost

If your bicycle is equipped with a so-called in- If you are using clipless pedals, the pedal plates tegrated seatpost or a seatpost with integrated should be adjusted so as to ensure your foot is in fixture for operation and adjustment please read this position. This prevents damage to your mus- Patented seat post with one-screw locking mechanism the enclosed instructions from the respective culoskeletal system and ensures the best pos- manufacturer. sible delivery of power. Before you start riding, please test Children and people who are not to see if your seat post and seat confident cyclists should be able to are secure. To do this, grab the touch the ground with the tips of both seat at the front and back and attempt to feet. Otherwise, when stopping they run the turn it. It should not move. risk of falling and suffering serious injury. Attachment with seat clamp

Setting up the angle of the seat

When you have set the height of the seat, you have to check that the angle of the seat is suitable. In general, the upper surface of the seat STOP should be horizontal. You can adjust this by loos- Suspension seat post ening the clamping bolts in the seat post. 7,5 cm

* see page 26 9 When adjusting the height of the Threadless stem Setting up the brake levers seat, never pull the seat post further out than the maximum extension Set up your brake levels in such a way that you length marked! If your tube does not have a can safely apply them and brake comfortably. maximum marking, then you must leave a Please familiarise yourself with which lever oper- minimum insertion length of 7.5 cm. ates the front and which the rear brake! Some brakes are now equipped with power modulators. This guards against “overbraking” Setting up the position of the handlebars/stem and any dangerous locking of the wheels. Height change possible as follows: Various types of stem are used on bicycles: • Exchange of fitted spacers under or above the When you squeeze the brake levers stem hard or all the way to the end of their Quill stem • Turning of the stem leverage, the braking force can in- • Exchange of the stem crease sharply! Please familiarise yourself with this new braking behaviour. Ensure that you receive and read the manufacturer‘s op- Only to be carried out by a special- ised dealer erating manual. In order to be able to apply the brake lever if you Adjustable stem have smaller hands, in some models it is possi-

STOP ble to position the brake levers closer to the handlebars using special equipment. For more on this, please read the enclosed instructions from the respective manufacturer. In some models it is possible to bring the brake levers closer to the handlebars, using special de- Height adjustment possible vices. Set up the cable Changing the position of the stem tension in such a also changes the position of the Adjustment of stem tilt possible way that the brake handlebars. You should always levers do not touch be able to safely reach and use grips and Please ensure that you read the man- the handlebar grip, controls. Please ensure that all cables and ufacturer‘s operating manual for your even when they lines are long enough to allow you to turn stem. Only allow specialists to work on are applied to their the handlebars in every possible way. your handlebars and stem, do not attempt to do fullest! this yourself!

10 Children Frame

Child bike trailers: Top tube • Take no chances in terms of quality when buy- Head tube ing child bike trailers. Seat stay • Only install child bike trailers on bicycles and only using mounting parts approved or intend- Seat tube ed for this purpose by the manufacturer. Down tube • It is easy to overlook a child bike trailer in traffic! Use a brightly coloured flag and approved Chain stay light system to ensure that it is easily seen. Ask your specialist retailer about safety equipment. • Bear in mind that when towing a trailer your bi- Frame shapes vary according to the type and cycle is much longer than it normally is. A bicycle function of the bike. Modern frames are made of towing a trailer also behaves differently through various materials, such as steel, aluminium al- bends than one without a trailer. Accordingly, loys or carbon (carbon fibre). you must be very careful in traffic. First practice with an empty trailer on safe ground with no traffic, before setting out into the traffic.

Only install children‘s seats on bicycles which are suitable for this kind of equipment. Carbon fibre frames and components are not permitted to carry children‘s seats! Never attach a children‘s seat to the seat post! Wrap and protect all suspension and mov- Carbon frame ing parts on the seat and seat post. Please Only install children‘s trailers on bicy- ensure that your child cannot trap its fingers cles which are suitable for this kind of anywhere! This would result in a substantial equipment. chance of injury! Check whether the trailer manufacturer has stipulated a maximum load and permitted maximum speed. You must observe these values. In most countries, children under the age of 16 are not allowed to cycle towing a trailer by law.

Lugged steel frame Welded aluminium frame

11 Maintenance/upkeep

Thanks to the evolution in materials and con- On no account should you ride with a Please have your bicycle checked by struction techniques, nowadays it is possible to bent or broken frame. Never attempt a specialist retailer on a regular ba- produce all shapes of frames safely so they per- to repair damaged parts yourself. sis. These experts can identify dam- form stably during riding. So despite a low step- Otherwise, there is a danger of accidents. aged and worn parts and are able to advise through, you can still be sure that your bicycle Faulty parts have to be replaced by a spe- you in selecting replacements. Refrain from is always safe on the roads, even with luggage cialist retailer. Please only ride your bicycle repairing key parts yourself (frame, fork, han- on board. again when the parts affected have been re- dlebars, stem, headset, brakes, lights). placed. Faults on the frame or other parts can If your bicycle is stolen, it can be iden- cause accidents. If your bicycle does not ride As is the case for all mechanical tified using its frame number. Please in a straight line without any problems, this parts, bikes take on wear, tear and always note down the full number in can be due to a bent frame or fork. Please heavy use. Because of heavy use, the correct order. Otherwise it is impossible to contact a specialist retailer to have the frame different materials and components can react make a unique identification. and fork checked and possibly to have the to wear and tear in different ways. If a com- In the documentation you received from the bike realigned. ponent is used for longer than it is designed retailer when you purchased your bicycle, for, it may suddenly stop working and possi- there is also a section where the frame num- bly lead to injury or cause additional damage. ber is entered. Any kind of rip, puncture or colour change The frame number can also be engraved seen in an overused area indicates that the on various parts of the frame. It is frequently component’s use has reached its limit; the found on the seat tube, at the drop-outs or on component should in this case be replaced. the bottom bracket casing. Screws and torque spanners When working on the bicycle, please ensure that all screws are tightened to the correct torque. The required torque is printed on many parts with a screwed connection. Measurements are given in Newton metres

12345 (Nm) and applied with a torque wrench. It is best to use a torque wrench that displays the tightening torque as it is in use. Otherwise screws can snap or break. If you don’t own a torque wrench then you should always leave this work up to a specialist retailer! A table listing the most important torques for bolted connections is provided on page 26.

12 bush, please tighten the chain according to Dirt and permanent strain wear the instructions provided by the correspond- the chain. The chain should be re- ing manufacturer. placed as soon as it can be significantly lifted (approx. 5 mm) from the front Please ensure that axle nuts and chain ring. Many modern chains for derail- quick releases are correctly at- leur gear systems no longer have chain tached! connectors. You therefore require special- Torque spanners ist tools to open/change/close them. This work should be carried out by a specialist Chain 1 retailer. Other chains are supplied/assembled with To ensure that it can work effectively, the chain chain connectors. In some cases, these can has to be cleaned and greased regularly (see be opened without the need for tools. These page 25). Dirt can be removed when washing chain connectors can also be used to repair the rest of the bicycle. Otherwise you can clean a damaged chain on a ride, if they have the the chain by rubbing it with an oily clot. When the correct width for the drive train. chain is clean, it should be greased at the joints with suitable lubricant. After being left to soak, the excess lubricant should then be removed. 2

Chain tension

To ensure that the chain and gears 10-15 mm can work safely, the chain has to have a certain level of tension. De- railleur gear systems tense the chain auto- Belt drive matically. In the case of hub gears which were 3 installed without a chain tensioner, chains If your bicycle is equipped with a which are too loose have to be tightened. Oth- belt drive, please read the attached erwise they can come off and lead to a fall. component manufacturer’s operating instructions before first use. In the case of bicycles with adjustable dropouts, the mounting screws of the axle housing should be loos- ened and tightened, and not the axle nuts. If the bottom bracket shell contains an eccentric

* see page 26 13 All screw connections have to be Modern rims (from 24") indicate when tightened with the correct torque. If they are worn from braking. These in- the torque is not correct, the screws dicators take the form of embossed could break or loosen other parts (see page or coloured points or lines on the brake sur- 26 “Torques for screwed connections”). faces of the rims. When these disappear, you are no longer permitted to use the rims. There Checking the hubs are also similar indicators which only appear You can check the hub bearings as follows: after a certain level of wear. At the very latest • Raise the wheel off the ground, lifting the bi- when two pairs of brake rubbers have been Wheels cycle first at the front and then the rear. Push worn, it is necessary to have the rims check each wheel to start them turning. by a specialist retailer. Checking the wheels • The wheel should continue to turn and then The bicycle is connected to the ground by the slow evenly. If the wheel suddenly stops, the wheels. The wheels are subject to a great deal of bearing is defective. One exception is front strain through the uneven characteristics of the wheels with a hub dynamo. These display a ground and the weight of the rider. rather greater degree of resistance. This is Thorough checks and centring work on the barely noticeable when cycling, but is notice- wheels are undertaken before they are shipped. able in this test. However, during the first few kilometres of riding, • The hub bearing should not exhibit play. Pull Groove as a wear the spokes bed in. the wheel to the right and left in its forks or in indicator • After the first 100 kilometres (62 miles), the the chain stays to establish whether it is loose. wheels have to be checked by a specialist and There should be no play noticeable. centred again if required. • If the wheels can be slightly moved in their Rims are subject to a great deal of • The tension of the spokes has to be checked bearings or are difficult to turn, the hub bear- strain and are vital to your safety on at regular intervals. Loose or damaged spokes ings have to be set up by a specialist retailer. the bike. Riding wears rims down have to be replaced or centred by a specialist over time, particularly on bicycles with rim retailer. Rims/tires brakes. If you notice any damage or the wear The wheels can be fixed in the frame and fork in indicators show dangerous levels of wear, different ways. Commonly, the wheel is attached Clean the rims regularly according to the inspec- you should no longer ride with these rims. with an axle nut or a quick release. In addition, tion plan on page 23. As part of this, you should Have them checked by a specialist retailer there are also various thru axle connections also check the wear indicators: and replaced if required. which are screwed in or fixed with various quick Wear can weaken rims and lead to falls and release systems. If a thru axle is fitted on your serious accidents. bicycle, you can get more information in the enclosed manufacturer operating manual or on the respective manufacturer’s website.

14 In particular, rims made of compos- If you replace the tires, only exchange them Please also inform yourself using ite materials, such as carbon fibre, for the same model with the same dimensions the information provided by your tire require special attention. Friction and profile. The bicycle’s handling could oth- manufacturer. This could possibly be caused by the rim brakes, but also by simply erwise be negatively affected. This may lead different from the tire pressures listed here. riding the bike, puts a substantial amount of to accidents. Not adhering to these guidelines can lead to strain on the bike. damage to your tires and inner tubes. • Only use brake pads that are designed for Tires are available in various dimen- use on the rims’ material. sions. The tire dimensions are stated You should also regularly check your • Each time before riding the bike, check for with normed information. bicycle‘s tires. The minimum and wear, tear, defects, cracks and chipping on Example 1: “46-622” states that the tires maximum permitted tire pressure is the rims and wheels when they are made of have a width of 46 mm and the rim has a di- printed on the side of the tires. Please adhere composite materials! ameter of 622 mm to these levels, otherwise the tires could slip • If you find any changes, do not ride the Example 2: “28 x 1.60 inches” states that off the rims or explode! bike with this part until a specialist retailer the tire has a diameter of 28 inches and a If the inflation pressure ratings indicated on or manufacturer has checked the part and width of 1.60 inches the tyre and on the rim differ, the lower maxi- deemed it to be fully functional. mum pressure and the higher minimum pres- • Never expose components made of carbon Tires and tire pressure sure apply. fibre to high temperatures. Intense sun- light can produce high temperatures, for The amounts for the recommended tire pressure example when the wheel has been stored can either be named in bar or PSI. The follow- in a vehicle. This could damage the coming table presents the conversions for the usual 4-8 BAR (55-115 PSI) ponent’s structure. Failing parts, falls and pressure levels and shows which tire widths very serious injuries could result. these pressures should be applied to. Example of tire pressure information The permitted tire pressure may not Rider weight Tire width Tire width be exceeded when inflating the tires. in kg 23mm 25mm Tires are wearable parts. You should Otherwise this could lead to the dan- therefore regularly check the pres- < 50 6,0 bar 5,5 bar ger of a tire exploding. The tires have to be sure, tread and condition of your pumped up with at least the stated minimum 60 6,5 bar 6,0 bar tires. Not every tire is designed for every type tire pressure. If the tire pressure is too low, 70 7,0 bar 6,5 bar of use. Allow a specialist retailer to advise you there is a possibility that the tire could free it- when selecting tires. self from the rim 80 7,5 bar 7,0 bar On the side surface of the tire, there is 90 8,0 bar 7,5 bar When replacing the original tires or information on the maximum permitted tire the cranks, make sure that there is pressure and generally also on the minimum >=100 8,5 bar 8,0 bar enough free space between the tires permitted tire pressure. and the shoe. Accidents and severe falls could otherwise occur.

15 Your bicycle can only function safely Only use tubeless tires in the pre- Attaching tubular tires requires ex- and effectively if you replace parts scribed way, with the correct air pert skills and lots of experience! Al- with suitable, authorised replace- pressure and the recommended ways have your tubular tires changed ments. Please consult your manufacturer, sealant if required. by a specialist. Inform yourself about how to importer or specialist retailer for advice on handle and change this type of tire! suitable replacement parts. Tubeless tires can only be mounted and re- Flat tire repair for conventional tires Only replace broken or worn key moved from the rims parts with original replacement without tools, otherwise You will require the following equipment: parts from the manufacturer or this could lead to leaks. • Tire lever (plastic) parts approved by your manufacturer. This If the sealant is not suf- • Patch is mandatory in the case of light systems, ficient for preventing • Rubber solution while the manufacturer‘s warranty is usu- damage, a normal tube • Sandpaper ally nullified if you install non-approved re- can be used after re- • An open-ended wrench for wheels without a quick placement parts. moving the valve from release the tubeless system. • Pump If you install non-original or false re- • Replacement inner tube placement parts, this can lead to se- Tubular tires vere loss of function! Tires with poor 1. Open the brake grip or safety, brake pads with a low friction Some bicycles are Opening cantilever or V-brakes: coefficient and incorrectly installed or poorly also fitted with tubu- • Grip one hand around the wheel made lightweight components can all lead to lar tires. For more • Push the brake arms against the rim potentially serious accidents. The same ap- information on these, • Remove the brake line or line casing on one side plies for improper assembly! please refer to the enclosed instructions Removing hydraulic rim brakes: Tubeless tires from the manufacturer. • If your system features a brake quick release, remove the brake unit according to the instruc- If your bicycle is fitted with tubeless tires, please Only use tubular tires on rims intend- tions supplied by your manufacturer. read the instructions provided by your manufac- ed for this purpose! These do not • If you do not have a brake quick release, de- turer covering the tires and rims. have rim flanges but smoothly curv- flate all of the air out of the tire ing surface, from the outside inwards. This is Only use tubeless tires on rims in- where the tubular tires are fitted. Opening side-pull caliper brakes: tended for this purpose! This will be • Open the quick release lever on the brake arm marked on the rims, with the abbre- Only use tubular tires in the pre- or lever, or: viation “UST” for instance. scribed way and with the correct air • If you do not have a brake quick release, deflate pressure. all of the air out of the tire. Now the wheel can be pulled out from between the brake pads.

16 Disk brakes: • Lightly strike the wheel from above with the • The wheel can be removed without any further palm of the hand. preparation. • Take the wheel out of the frame. • Please note: when fitting the wheel, the disk must be slotted between the brake linings of Types of valve on bicycle tubes the brake calliper and ultimately be centred without contact.

2. Removing the wheel 4. Change the inner tube • If your bicycle has quick release levers or axles, open them (see page 6). Switch the inner tube for an intact one. • If your bicycle has hex nuts, loosen these with a suitable spanner anti-clockwise. For the change of tubular tires and tubeless tires follow the instructions You can then remove the front wheel according of the rim or tire manufacturer. to the steps listed above. 5. Reassembling the tire and inner tube Presta valve valve Dunlop (Woods) Schrader valve

Please avoid allowing foreign bodies 3. Removing the tire and inner tube inside the tire. Ensure that the inner tube does not have any folds and is not squashed. Make sure you don`t touch the disc while taking the wheel out and in again. For tube tires, see page 16. Ensure that the rim tape covers all spoke Source: Shimano ® techdocs nipples and does not have any damage.

The following applies for rear wheels: • Unscrew the valve cap, the fastening nut and • Place one edge of the rim into the tire. • If your bicycle uses a derailleur gear system, possibly the cap nut from the valve. In the case of • Push one side of the tire completely into the rim. change gear to the smallest sprocket. In this Dunlop or Woods valves, remove the valve stem. • Insert the valve through the valve hole in the position, the rear derailleur poses the least • Release all of the remaining air from the inner tube. rim and put the inner tube into the tire. hindrance in removing the wheel. • Insert the tire lever opposite the valve on the • Pull the second side of the tire into the rim with • If your bicycle has quick release levers or ax- inside of the tire. the balls of your hands. les, open them (see page 6). • Insert the second tire lever approx. 10 cm from • Ensure that the inner tube is correctly positioned. • If your bicycle has hex nuts, loosen these with the first, between the rim and tire. • In the case of Dunlop or Woods valves: Push a suitable spanner anti-clockwise. • Lift the tire wall over the edge of the rim. the valve stem into the right position and tight- • Pull the rear derailleur backwards somewhat. • Repeat this lifting action around the wheel until en the cap nut. • Lift the bicycle slightly. the entire tire is free. • Pump the inner tube up somewhat. • Remove the inner tube from the tire.

17 • Check that the tire is properly in place and Brakes Various versions of disk brakes are runs true using the control ring on the side of available for racing and cyclo-cross the tire. Adjust the positioning of the tire with Modern bicycles can be equipped with a variety bikes. Please always read the en- your hand if it does not quite run true. of different braking systems. closed instructions from the component • Pump the inner tube up to the recommended There are various options: manufacturer before the first ride. Familiar- tire pressure. • Rim brakes in the form of V-brakes and canti- ise yourself with the operation and behav- lever brakes iour of the brakes on a safe piece of land before riding. Please take note of the running di- rection of the tire when installing it. Almost all modern brakes provide considerably more braking power 6. Reattaching the wheel than was available for bicycles in the Reattach the wheel securely back in the frame or past. Carefully familiarise yourself with them, fork with the corresponding quick release, bolted practising using the brakes and even emer- connection or full floating axle mechanism. gency braking, starting on safe ground with no If your bicycle has disc brakes, please traffic before setting out ensure that the brake discs are cor- into the traffic. rectly secured between the brake pads! • Hydraulic rim brakes Read the gear manufacturer‘s instructions to correctly and safely assemble and set up derail- When cycling down leur gear systems, gear hubs and combined hub a long or very steep and derailleur gear systems. slope, do not keep the brakes applied all the time or Tighten all screws to the recom- slow yourself down with one brake only. This mended torque. Otherwise the can result in overheating and therefore the screws could break and parts could • Disc brakes with hydraulic or mechanical op- loss of braking power through fading. fall off (see page 26). eration Braking properly and safely involves using both brakes evenly. The only exception is if • Connect the brake line, attach it or close the brake you are cycling in slippery conditions such as quick release. on sand or a smooth surface. You should then • Check if the brake pads are aligned with the exercise great care, slowing yourself down brake surfaces. mainly with the rear brake. Otherwise there • Securely attach the brake arm. is the risk of the front wheel slipping out to • Test the brakes. the side and causing a fall. On extremely long

18 downhill sections, you should not be gently Brake pad wear braking the whole time. It is better to brake more sharply for a shorter period going into a Normal operation wears down brake bend or if you are starting to go too fast. This rubbers and brake pads. You should allows the brakes time to cool down again be- therefore regularly check the condi- tween applications. This preserves your brak- tion of your braking system and brake pads! ing power. Replace worn brake pads and rubbers in good time! Ensure that rims and brake discs Your bicycle is supplied with the cor- are clean and free of any oil! responding operating manual for your specific braking model. You can get The brake pads for rim brakes are almost all fit- more information about the brakes on your bi- ted with grooves or notches. The grooves and cycle in the operating manual provided by your notches serve in part to help identify the wear Setting up the distance between the brakes and the rim manufacturer or on the manufacturer‘s website. level of the brake pads. If you can`t see them any Source: Shimano ® techdocs more, it is time to replace the brake blocks. Brakes are vital to your safety on the After undertaking any work on your bike. You should therefore service braking system, carry out at least them on a regular basis. This re- one trial braking manoeuvre on safe quires specialist knowledge and tools. Allow ground without any traffic, before setting out your specialist retailer to do this type of work into the traffic. on your bicycle! Work that is improperly carried out endangers your safety on the bicycle! Have the brake fluid of hydraulic brakes replaced on a regular basis. No oil-based liquids should ever be Check the brake shoes regularly and applied to brake pads, rim brake sur- have them replaced when they are worn out. faces, brake shoes or brake discs. You will find further information in the brake These substances reduce the effectiveness If a brake pad is grazing against the rim: The manufacturer’s instructions for use. of the brake. spring setting allows you to set the return force in such a way that both brake pads lift evenly from In particular, brake disks and brake the rim when you release the brake lever. Then pads are subject to wear. Please check that the brakes are working properly. allow a specialist retailer to check these key parts on a regular basis and replace any worn parts if necessary.

19 If your bicycle comes equipped with You can avoid this problem by apply- a converter, which makes it possible ing the brake lever before transport to operate hydraulic brakes with me- and then fixing it in this position using chanical brake levers, read the attached com- a strap. This prevents any air from entering ponent manufacturer’s operating instructions the hydraulic system. before using it. When you come to cleaning the braking system, Hydraulic disk brakes please first read the instructions provided by the component manufacturer. Source: Shimano ® techdocs Hydraulic disk brakes can be operated with conventional brake/shift levers using various adapt- Gears Please do not touch the brake disk ers. When working on the stem and headset, par- while it is rotating or directly after brak- ticular attention should be paid that the adapters This operating manual describes the use of coming. This could result in injury or burns. are securely attached and are working correctly. mon commercial gear components on a bicycle as an example. If your components are different, Vapour bubbles in the disc brakes you will find specific information in the respective operating manual or on the manufacturer’s Avoid permanently braking for longer website. If you have any questions about as- periods, as can be the case during sembling, maintaining, setting up or operating long, steep descents. Otherwise this the gears, please contact your bicycle specialist Source: Shimano ® techdocs can allow vapour bubbles to form and cause retailer. a complete failure in the braking system. This Use the shifter to change gears. Changing Disk brakes could result in serious falls and injury. the gears will increase or decrease the force or The brake lever may not be applied if the speed of the bike as needed. In lower, easier bicycle is on its side or upside down. Other- gears, you can easily ride uphill and lower physi- wise air bubbles can enter the hydraulic sys- cal strain. In higher gears, which are harder to tem which could cause the brakes to fail. After peddle in, you can reach higher speeds and transporting the bicycle, check if the pressure pedal at a lower cadence. You should generally point of the brakes seems softer than it was aim at riding the bike at a higher cadence and in before. Then apply the brakes slowly sev- lower gears. eral times. This allows the braking system to Modern bicycles can be equipped with a vari- discharge any bubbles. If the pressure point ety of different gear systems. remains soft, please refrain from riding. A specialist retailer has to then discharge the air from the brake system.

20 The gear lever can be operated as shown in Gears are vital to your safety on this example: the bike! Please read the operating instructions supplied to you by your Rear Front manufacturer and familiarise yourself with how to operate the bicycle and switch gears before your first ride. Allow your specialist retailer to undertake any work on your bicycle‘s Lever B Lever b gears! Work that is improperly carried out endangers your safety on the bicycle!

Lever A Lever a Do not pedal backwards while chang- The shifter behind the left hand brake lever ing gears as this could damage the Lever (A): Changing to a larger rear sprocket. switches the chain onto the small chain wheel at gear system. Changes to the setup Lever (B): Changing to a smaller rear sprocket. the front over its short travel and onto the large of your gears should only be made in small Lever (a): Changing to a larger chain ring. chain wheel with the longer travel. steps and with the greatest of care. Incorrect Lever (b): Changing to a smaller chain ring. setup work can lead to the chain coming off the sprockets and causing a fall. If you are All levers return to their original position after being at all unsure, contact a specialist retailer who released. can set this up for you.

Despite a perfectly set up chain gear system, a bike chain crossing at an angle can lead to noises during riding. These noises are normal and do not cause any damage to the gear components. Lever B This noise will not occur when the bicycle Lever A Source: SRAM® chain runs at a flatter angle in another gear.

Source: Shimano ® techdocs Your bicycle is supplied with the corresponding operating manual for SRAM® racing bike gear shifters are operated dif- your specific gear system. You can ferently. A RED shifter serves as an example here: get more information about the gears on your The shifter behind the right hand brake lever bicycle in the operating manual provided by switches the chain on the rear sprockets. Operat- your manufacturer or on the manufacturer‘s ing the shifter over its short travel switches to a website. smaller sprocket and with the longer travel to a larger one.

21 The use of spoke guards is required. Triathlon/TT bike Otherwise, only minor setup errors Time-trial handlebars could lead to the chain or the entire Handlebar extension rear derailleur falling between the sprockets and the spokes. Time-trial gear switcher Aerobrake lever

Spoke protector

Disk wheel Tri-spoke wheel

Electrical/electronic gear shifting system If your bicycle is equipped with a gear system which sends its shifting signals electronically: For operation and upkeep read the enclosed in- The seat and handlebar position of structions from the respective manufacturer. time trial and triathlon bikes is con- Allow a specialist retailer to work on the elec- siderably different from that of con- tronic circuit. Ask a specialist retailer to inform ventional racing bikes. Please allow special- you about the use and maintenance of this part. ists to advise you on the seating position of your time trial or triathlon bike.

position for TT and triathlon Time trial/triathlon handlebar attachment

22 The behaviour of a bicycle with a Inspection plan Work which you are able to carry out yourself TT handlebar or attachments can with no risk to safety is printed in bold. be dangerously different to what Only use parts of the same brand you are used to. The movement required of and construction type when chang- To ensure that your bicycle remains in a safe the hands from the time trial position to the ing or replacing components on your condition and fulfils the conditions of the war- brake or gear handles is also longer and bicycle. Otherwise your guarantee and the ranty, the following terms apply: unfamiliar. Please practice this in a safe manufacturer’s liability for faults are invali- • Clean your bicycle after every ride and area until you have mastered the controls dated (warranty). check it for possible damage. of the bicycle. • Allow a specialist retailer to carry out in- Modern bicycle technology is high- spections. Disc wheels, special wheels ly efficient but also sensitive. You • Check your bicycle every 300 - 500 km or every If your bicycle has disk wheels, tri-spokes or should service your bicycle on a three to six months. other types of wheels, please ensure that you regular basis. This requires specialist knowl- • Check that all screws, nuts and quick re- familiarise yourself with how to handle and care edge and tools. Allow your specialist retailer leases are secure. for them. to do this type of work on your bicycle! You • Use a torque spanner to tighten screw can get more information about your bicy- joints! Special wheels can behave different- cle‘s parts as well as cleaning and mainte- • Clean and grease moving parts (excluding ly than you are used to when riding, nance in the operating manual provided by brake surfaces) according to instructions braking and steering. Trispokes and your manufacturer or on the manufacturer‘s from the manufacturer. disk wheels in particular are more sensitive to website. • Allow a specialist retailer to touch up any wind than conventional wheels. Rims made of paint damage. something other than aluminium can provide • Ask a specialist retailer to replace any bro- different, and perhaps considerably less ef- ken and worn parts. fective, braking than you are used to. Familiarise yourself with your new bicycle and its behaviour in a safe, quiet area.

23 Schedule and inspection work Every 300 to 500 kilometres: After rides in the wet:

Before every ride: Work undertaken Work undertaken

Work undertaken Check the following: Clean and grease: • Chain • Gears Maintenance/inspection: • Sprockets • Chain Check the following: • Gearside • Brakes (excluding brake surfaces) • Spokes • Belt drive • Rims for wear and concentricity, • Rims • Tires for damage and foreign bodies • Brake pads for wear, replace them if required • Quick releases • The functionality of the gears Clean: y • The functionality of the brakes • Chain spra lubrican t • Hydraulic brakes for possible leaks • Gearside • tubular tires and tubeless tires: prop- • Sprockets prely secured and correct tire pressure • Belt drive Ask your specialist retailer for suitable lubricants! Not all lubricants are After riding 200 kilometres from purchase, Grease: designed for all purposes. Using the then at least once a year: • The chain with suitable lubricant wrong lubricants can lead to damage and impact the part‘s performance! Work undertaken Check the following: • All screw joints are secure The first inspection is particularly Check the following: important for ensuring that your • Tires and wheels Every 3000 kilometres: bicycle remains safe and problem- free! Cables and spokes stretch, while Torques: bolted connections can loosen. Therefore • Handlebars • Pedals Work undertaken always allow a specialist retailer to carry • Cranks • Seat out the first inspection. • Seat post • All mounting screws Have the following checked, cleaned or replaced by your specialist retailer: Make possible adjustments to the following • Hubs • Gears components: • Pedals • Brakes • Headset • Brakes • Headset • Gears

24 Lubrication

Working on the bicycle requires special knowledge, experience and special tools! Only allow specialists to work or check key parts on the bicycle!

Lubricant schedule

What should be greased? How often? With which lubricant?

Chain After cleaning off any dirt, after riding in the wet, every 250 km Chain lubricant

Brake and shifter cables When their performance deteriorates, once a year Silicon-free lubricant

Wheel bearings, pedal bearings, Once a year Bearing grease bottom bracket

Threads during assembly During assembly Assembly grease

Contact surfaces of carbon parts During assembly Carbon assembly paste

Sliding surfaces of quick releases Once a year Grease, spray lubricant

Metal seat post in metal frame During assembly Grease

Links in the gear system When their performance deteriorates, once a year Spray lubricant

Brake links When their performance deteriorates, once a year Spray lubricant

25 Bolted connections Bolted connection Torque Bolted Torque connection Thread Max. Screw of seat rails to 20 Nm It is vital that all bolted connections on seat post clamp Bottle holder M 5 4 Nm* the bicycle have the correct torque in order to ensure that they are secure. Brake blocks 6 Nm Bottom bracket BSA according to Too much torque can damage the screw, nut Dynamo attachment 10 Nm manufacturer‘s or component. Always use a torque spanner instructions* to tighten screw joints. You are not able to correctly tighten these bolted connections without Differences for carbon components: Brake caliper, disk M 6 6 – 8 Nm this specialist tool! brake, Shimano Bolted connection Torque (IS and PM) If a component specifies a torque Front derailleur bracket 3 Nm* Brake caliper, disk M 6 8 – 10 Nm for its bolted connections, then this attachment screw brake, AVID (IS should be strictly adhered to. Please and PM) read the instructions provided by the manu- Shift lever attachment 3 Nm* facturer, which lists the correct mounting tor- screw Brake caliper, disk M 6 6 Nm brake, Magura (IS ques. Brake lever attachment 3 Nm* and PM) screw Bolted connection Torque Handlebars - stem 5 Nm* General torque for bolted connections Crankset arm, steel 30 Nm clamping Crankset arm, 40 Nm Stem - fork tube clamping 4 Nm* In general, the following torques can be used for aluminium bolted connections:

Pedals 40 Nm Bolted Torque Dimen- Screw quality Unit Front wheel nut 25 Nm connection Thread Max. sions 8.8 10.9 12.9 Rear wheel nut 40 Nm Screw of seat M 5 4 Nm* M 4 2,7 3,8 4,6 Nm clamp, loose Stem expander bolts 8 Nm M 5 5,5 8,0 9,5 Nm Screw of seat M 6 5,5 Nm* M 6 9,5 13,0 16,0 Nm Threadless stem 9 Nm clamp, loose clamping bolts M 8 23,0 32,0 39,0 Nm Derailleur hanger M 10 8 Nm* Seat post clamping 20 Nm x 1 M 10 46,0 64,0 77,0 Nm bolt M8 Seat post clamping 14 Nm bolt M6 * Use of carbon assembly paste is recommended

26 Loose accessories

You always have to fit the enclosed Not all carbon frames and compo- If you are riding with baggage, en- accessories in line with the guide- nents are compatible with each oth- sure that you do not exceed the max- lines and instructions. You have to er! Read the specific manufacturer’s imum permissible weight of the bicy- ensure that screw connections are secured instructions. Seek advice from your specialist cle (see page C5). Information on the weight with the correct torque (see page 26 “Torques dealer. capacity of the rack is stated on the rack. for screwed connections”). • Only use add-on parts that comply with the respective legal regulations and the road Front rack traffic regulations. • The use of unauthorised accessories Front racks are attached to the front may lead to accidents or severe falls. You When loading luggage racks, please axle or the front fork. Front racks should therefore only use original accesso- make sure not to cover front or rear have a strong impact on the bicycle‘s ries and add-on parts which fit your bicycle. lights or reflectors! behaviour! Please practice riding in a safe • Allow a specialist retailer to advise you. area before riding with a loaded front rack for Avoid uneven loading of the luggage racks. the first time!

Baggage changes the behaviour of Mudguards your bicycle. In particular, it increases the braking distance. This can lead to Mudguards are fixed correctly in place with spe- Loose luggage rack serious injuries. Please adjust your riding style cial braces. If the inside of the mudguard runs to this, i.e. brake earlier and anticipate more parallel to the tire forming a ring shape, the brac- Only install baggage racks on bicy- sluggish steering. Only transport baggage on es are perfectly positioned. During normal use, cles which are suitable for this kind of racks intended for this purpose! the mudguard should not loosen. In the case that equipment. Use only the intended fixing • Only mount child seats on baggage racks an object becomes jammed between the mud- devices. If you own a frame or parts made of car- if they have the corresponding holders guard and the tire, the mudguard is fitted with bon, ask your specialist retailer for transportation and the manufacturers permit this. a safety fastening. This releases the mudguard of luggage. Don`t fix racks at the seat post! It is • Please ensure that nothing can get caught from its holder to prevent a fall. not constructed for this use. An overload of the in the spokes and turning wheels. seat post by a rack can result in a break of the seat post and serious accidents.

27 You have to stop riding immediately if Trailers Read the manufacturer’s instructions an object is trapped between the tire for use as they often contain impor- and the mudguard. The object has to tant information for cycling with a be removed before you can continue on your trailer. Visit the corresponding website. ride. Otherwise, there could be a risk of a fall Check whether the trailer manufacturer has and serious injuries. stipulated a maximum load and permitted maximum speed. You must observe these On no account should you continue values. By law, children under the age of 16 riding with a loose mudguard brace, are not allowed to cycle towing a trailer. as this could become wedged in the wheel and jam it.

Damaged mudguards have to be replaced by a specialist retailer before riding again. In addition, you should regularly check whether the braces are fixed securely in the safety releases. Check whether it is permissible for Re-locking a safety release your bicycle to be used with a trailer. Your specialist dealer should have entered this on the “Handover documentation” page C5.

Use a tested trailer only. This can be seen from the presence of a “GS” safety-tested mark, for example. Seek advice from your specialist dealer. He will also ensure that the necessary cou- pling is securely fitted. The diagram features a brace attached with a Bear in mind that when towing a trailer your bi- plastic clip, cycle is much longer than it normally is. A bicycle • this clip is locked into the clip stay on the fork towing a trailer also behaves differently through • the mudguards are aligned in such a way that bends than one without a trailer. Accordingly, you they do not contact the tires. must be very careful in traffic. First practice with an empty trailer on safe ground with no traffic, before setting out into the traffic.

28 How to use carbon components

If you have a carbon frame or parts, Therefore, it is vital to regularly check carbon Do not clamp a carbon frame directly into a these should not be applied with frames and other carbon components very work stand, instead you should secure it by grease or oil. Please use special as- carefully, especially after a fall or an accident. the seat post. If the seat post is also made of sembly paste for carbon parts. • Look for splinters, tears, deep scratches, carbon, use another tube made of metal. holes or other changes in the carbon surface. • Check if the parts have got softer or less stiff than usual. • Check if individual layers (paint, finish or fibres) come off. • Listen for any cracking or other usual sounds. If you are not completely certain that your bicycle is in perfect condition, please allow y

spra lubrican t a specialist retailer to check the affected carbon parts!

Some carbon components require lower torques than metal parts. Ex- cessive torques can lead to hidden Carbon is a material which requires special handling damage, which is possibly not visible from The following components and sec- and care during construction, servicing, riding, trans- the outside. Frames or components can tions of carbon parts should be port and storage. break or warp to such an extent that you checked regularly (at least every could fall. Therefore please always adhere to 100 km or 62 miles) for irregularities such as Properties of carbon the instructions supplied by the manufactur- cracks, breaks or surface changes, as well as Carbon frames are often used for racing bicycles. er or ask for advice from a specialist. Always after any accident or fall involving the bicycle: The term carbon is commonly used for a com- use a torque spanner to ensure that you get Transition area of the threaded bushing of posite material of carbon fibres embedded within the required torque. Carbon parts may not the drink holder, slot of the dropouts, bearing a plastic matrix in a number of layers. The mate- be applied with grease or oil. Special as- areas in full-suspension frame, seat clamp, rial is extremely light but still extremely strong. sembly paste is available for assembling and derailleur hanger, derailleur clamp area, disc However it is susceptible to impacts and dents. safely securing carbon components with a brake mounting or brake boss, press-fit area low mounting torque. of the headset as well as the threads of the Carbon parts cannot be bent, dented Never expose carbon parts to high tempera- bottom bracket cups. or misshapen after an accident/fall. If tures! Even in the back of cars, the sun‘s rays this is the case, it is possible that the can generate such a heat that it can put the fibres have been destroyed or have broken safety of carbon parts at risk. Carbon = off, e.g. within the part, which is not visible from the exterior!

29 Transporting the bicycle

Always transport bicycles on their running sur- By car faces when not otherwise prescribed by the car- By aircraft rier manufacturer. You may not attach the bicycle You should use only roof and rear-mounted car- to the roof rack or rear carrier by its crank set. It Check with the airline regarding the regulations riers which comply with the requirements of the may come loose and cause a severe accident. for the transport of sports equipment / bicycles. national licensing authority applicable to you. You might have to register the bicycle. Carefully Roof, rear-mounted and other car- package the bicycle to prevent transport dam- riers which are officially approved age. You can use a special bicycle container or are safe to use in traffic. Ensure the a sturdy cardboard box for transport packaging. presence of a quality stamp such as Please talk to your specialist retailer before car- a “GS” safety-tested mark rying this out. Inappropriate bicycle carriers may cause accidents. Adjust your driving behavior to the load on your car roof.

The total height of your vehicle changes when you transport a bicycle on the roof! The manufacturers of add-on components and Carefully attach the bicycle, so that it cannot accessories also provide information regarding come detached from the carrier. This could re- use and installation on their websites. Collect in- sult in severe traffic accidents. Check the attach- formation when you use new components. ment several times during transport. Loose parts (tools, air pump or children's seats) may detach during the drive and put other traffic participants By train at risk. Remove all loose parts before driving off. The bicycle may only be attached at the han- Local public transport systems have different dlebars, stem, bicycle seat or seat post when this regulations regarding transporting bicycles. is intended by the carrier manufacturer. Do not Gather information concerning the opportunities use fasteners that could damage the bicycle fork for using buses and trains before starting the trip. or the frame. Train companies permit passengers to take bicycles with them in some, but not all, trains. If this is permitted, there are normally special places for Never fasten the bicycle to compo- bicycles. In some trains it is necessary to notify nents made of carbon fibre. the company that you are taking a bicycle and wish to reserve a place.

30 Liability for material faults (warranty)

In all nations which apply EU law, In the case of a defect/possible lia- Battery packs and batteries the common conditions for warranty/ bility claim, please contact your spe- Battery packs and batteries are not residual or liability for material defects apply. cialist retailer. We recommend filing domestic waste and must be handed over to your Please inform yourself about the applicable all purchase receipts and inspection reports specialist dealer for disposal. national regulations in your specific country. as proof for your records

Under EU law, the seller accepts liability for material defects for at least two years after the date Environmental protection tips Oil Bat of sale. This also covers defects which already tery existed at the time of sale/change of ownership. General care and cleaning products In fact, if material defects occur within the first Please take the environment into account when six months, the assumption is made that these caring for and cleaning your bicycle. You should already existed at the time of sale. use care and cleaning products which are biode- One precondition for the seller assuming this gradable wherever possible. Please ensure that liability is that the product‘s use and mainte- no cleaning fluid enters the drainage system. nance was in line with all conditions stipulated. When cleaning the chain, use a suitable chain These are outlined in the pages of this operating cleaning tool and dispose of chain lubricant prop- manual and in the supplied instructions from the erly at a suitable waste disposal site. component manufacturers. In most cases, the customer can first request Brake cleaner and lubricants subsequent fulfilment. Take the same approach to using brake cleaner If repair fails conclusively, which is the assump- and lubricants as you do to general care and tion after two attempts, the customer is entitled to cleaning products. abatement or cancellation of the contract. The liability for material defects does not cover Tires and inner tubes normal wear occurring from the product‘s intend- Tires and inner tubes are not residual waste or ed purpose. Components in the motor and decel- domestic rubbish and have to be disposed of at eration system as well as tires, light system and your local recycling centre. contact points of the rider with the bicycle are all subject to use-related wear. Carbon parts and frames If the manufacturer of your bicycle or pedelec/ Carbon parts and frames consist of carbon fibre mat- e-bike provides additional guarantees, seek ad- ting stuck together in layers. We recommend allow- vice from your specialist retailer. Please consult ing your specialist retailer to dispose of any discarded the respective warranty terms for more informa- carbon parts. tion on the conditions of these and of any possible claims under these.

31 Inspections

Of particular importance for the next inspection: 1st inspection 2nd inspection After approx. 200 kilometres After approx. 1000 kilometres ______Work done: Work done: ______Materials used: Materials used:

______Parts that are to be exchanged: ______

______Date, signature Retailer stamp Date, signature Retailer stamp ______

______3rd inspection 4th inspection After approx. 2000 kilometres

Work done Work done

Problems encountered: ______

______

______Materials used: Materials used:

______

______Date, signature Retailer stamp Date, signature Retailer stamp

32 Handover documentation

The bicycle listed in the section “Bicycle identification” was assembled The following operating manuals were supplied and explained: properly and was delivered to the customer ready-to-use. This complies c with type ______, in the chapter “Intended Use”. Bicycle Functional checks for the following components: Plus: c Belt drive c Wheels: spoke tension, sturdiness, concentricity, correct tire pressure c Gear system c Other documentation: c All screw joints: secure, correct mounting torque c Brake system c Gear system ______c Brake system ______c Seat position adjusted to the rider Permitted for trailers c yes c no c c c Suspension adjusted to the rider Permitted for child seats yes  no Permitted for luggage carriers c yes c no c The following components were assembled and checked separately:  Permitted for competitions c yes c no ______3T products are designed for a rider weight limit of 110 kg/240 lb. ______

______Customer/recipient/owner c The assembling/inspecting party completed a test ride Name ______c The customer was instructed on how to use the bicycle Address ______c Left brake lever operates front brake Postal code, Town/City ______c Right brake lever operates front brake e-mail ______Supplied by (retailer stamp):

______Date Signature assembling party/retailer Date of purchase Recipient‘s signature/owner

C5 Bicycle identification

Bicycle manufacturer 3T______CYCLING SRL In the case of change of ownership:

Brand 3T______Owner ______

Model ______Address ______

Frame height/size ______

Colour ______Date/Signature ______

Frame number ______

Fork ______

Serial number ______

Gear system ______

Special features ______

______

Warranty and Crash-replacement Complete terms & conditions of warranty can be found at https://www.3tcycling.com/road/en/inside-3t/3t-group-warranty-policy/

3T CYCLING SRL Via Vittorio Veneto, 25 24041 Brembate (BG) Italy

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We thank you for buying your 3T frame or bike! Our aim is to bring back the joy of bike riding. 3T bike frames and bikes are for riders that want to do more, feel more, and explore wider horizons. In the 3T tradition, our bike frames and bikes are fast. Use yours to race if you want. Or just ride out anywhere, because you can. We built it to do whatever you dare, comfortably, securely, and quickly. Be sure to register your frame or bike vto get the 3T extended warranty and qualify for the crash replacement program. Thank you for the trust you put in 3T products, and we wish you joy of your new bike

René Gerard 03/2018 · EN · 3T · Auflage 4 · 3T C7 03/2018 · EN · 3T.BIKE 3T · Auflage 4 · 3T