SAFETY CHECKLIST
Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following safety checks:
1. Brakes
-Ensure front and rear brakes work properly.
-Ensure brake shoe pads are not over worn and are correctly positioned in relation to the rims.
-Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wear.
-Ensure brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar.
2. Wheels and Tires
-Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended limit as displayed on the tire sidewall.
-Ensure tires have tread and have no bulges or excessive wear.
-Ensure rims run true and have no obvious wobbles or kinks.
-Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken.
-Check that axle nuts are tight. If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the closed position.
3. Steering
- Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering.
-Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel.
-Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened.
-If the bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are properly positioned and tightened.
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