Instructions / Assembly

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BEFORE YOU RIDE
Storage
Keep your bicycle in a dry location away from the weather and the sun.
Ultraviolet rays may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to
crack.
Before storing your bicycle for a long period of time, clean and lubricate
all components and wax the frame. Deflate the tires to half pressure and
hang the bicycle off the ground. Don’t store near electric motors as ozone
emissions may affect the rubber and paint. Don’t cover with plastic, as
“sweating” will result, which may cause rusting.
Security
It is advisable that the following steps be taken to prepare for and help
prevent possible theft.
1. Maintain a record of the bicycle’s serial number, generally located on
the frame underneath the bottom bracket.
2. Register the bicycle with the local police.
3. Invest in a high quality bicycle lock that will resist hacksaws and
bolt cutters. Always lock your bicycle to an immovable object if it is
left unattended.