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7.6 Inspecting the spring fork
1. Apply the front wheel brake and keep the brake applied.
2. Press with your body weight onto the handlebars so that the spring fork is compressed and release the
pressure on the handlebars immediately.
3. The fork must move evenly up and down.
4. No cracking or grinding noises should be heard.
5. Grip the front wheel between your legs and try to pull up the bike by the handlebars. The standing tubes
must not be released from the fork tubes or from the crown.
6. See also the corresponding instructions in the separate user manual for your suspension fork.
7.7 Inspecting the rear wheel suspension
1. Sit on the bike and alternately compress and relieve the suspension by short up- and down movements.
2. The rear end of the bike must move evenly up and down.
3. No cracking or grinding noises should be heard.
4. See also the instructions in the separate user manual for your suspension fork.
7.8 Inspecting the brakes
DANGER Danger from serious falls
Failing brakes always lead to dangerous riding situations, falls and accidents. A brake malfunction is
a serious danger to safety.
• Pay particular attention when checking your brake system.
• Under no circumstances should you continue using your bike if it has any defects. Contact your
specialist workshop immediately if you discover any defects.
NOTE:
During prolonged tours over several days the brake disc and brake pads can become severely worn.
• You should plan tours lasting several days in such a way that you can have any necessary servicing work
carried out at specialist workshops.