Owner`s manual
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WHEELS AND TIRES
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BICYCLE CARE
WHEELS AND TIRES
Wheel Inspection
It is most important that wheels are kept in top condition. Properly maintaining your bicycles wheels will help braking performance
and stability when riding. Be aware of the following potential problems:
Dirty or Greasy rims:
Caution: these can render your brakes ineffective. Do not clean them with oily or greasy materials. When cleaning, use a clean rag or
wash with soapy water, rinse and air dry. Do not ride the bicycle while the rims are wet. When lubricating your bicycle, do not get oil
on the rim braking surfaces.
Wheels not straight:
Loft each wheel off the ground and spin them to see if they are crooked or out of true. If the wheels are not straight, they will need to
beadjusted.Thisisdifcultandisbestlefttoabicyclespecialist.