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Tyre inspection

As tyres are the rider’s only contact with the road, correct tyre maintenance is crucial for stability and safety. Consider the following when inspecting your tyres:

Tread: Check the tread for signs of excessive wear or flat spots, and cuts or damage.

Caution: Riding on excessively worn or damaged tyres may be hazardous so tyres should be replaced.

Inflation: Maintain tyre pressure at the level recommended on the tyre sidewalls. Preferably use a tyre gauge and a hand pump to inflate rather than a service station pump. Caution: Using a service station pump for inflation can lead to sudden over inflation, potentially resulting in a blow out.

Valves: A flat tyre is not only inconvenient but potentially dangerous. To minimise the likelihood of a flat tyre from air leaking from a valve, ensure valve caps are fitted and that valves are clean.

Bead setting: Ensure the bead is correctly fitted in the rim when inflating or changing tyres.

Recommended Tyre Pressures:

Tyre pressure directly influences the performance of a tyre on different surfaces and in varying weather conditions. Recommended tyre pressure is given either as maximum pressure or as a pressure range.

For riding on smooth, slick terrain such as hard-packed clay and on deep, loose surfaces such as deep, dry sand, tyres should be inflated to lower pressures, at the bottom of the recommended pressure range. This helps to cushion the rider against the impact.

Using high pressures, at the top of the recommended pressure range enables a faster but rougher ride. These pressures are ideal for riding on a smooth, dry pavement.

Failure to sufficiently inflate the tyres according to the rider’s weight and intended use can cause the tube to puncture.

Tyres should be inflated to the recommended pressure moulded on the sidewall of the bicycle’s tyres. Use this chart as a reference if you are unable to find the relevant information on your tyre.

BMX

MTB

Road Touring

Road Racing

Hybrid/Crossbike

Caution:

241 - 344 k.p.a.

276 - 448 k.p.a.

483 - 620 k.p.a.

755 - 862 k.p.a.

414 - 690 k.p.a.

(35-50 p.s.i.)

(40-65 p.s.i.)

(35-50 p.s.i.)

(110-125 p.s.i.)

(60-100 p.s.i.)

Service station pumps and pencil type automotive tyre gauges should not be relied upon for consistent, accurate readings. A good quality dial gauge should be used as it is far more accurate and reliable.

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Apollo Bicycle Company Pty. Ltd. ABN: 60 001 914 469

Updated 23/05/07

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Contents Page Page Congratulations Before You Ride Pages 8 Warranty Inside Front CoverComprehensive Maintenance Contact Addresses Back CoverRiding Position Schedule Service ChecklistCorrect Frame Size Schedule LubricationIdentifacation Gear Control Cable Chainwheel Crash Pad Handlebar Stem Handlebar Grip Brake Control Cable Part 3 Before YOU Ride Frame SizeApprox Wheel Suggested Riding Position Saddle HeightUpdated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Safety Checklist Updated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Helmets Riding Safely Are to be used. Check wiring connections Try to avoid where possibleCharge batteries if battery powered lights For dynamo powered lightsUpdated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 To the rider Gears HOW to OperateDerailleur Gears Derailleur gears are the most common type Hand Grip Shifters Below Bar Shifters Dual Control ShiftersRecommended Chainwheel/Rear Sprocket Gear Combinations Left Rapid Fire Shifters Part 4 Bicycle Care & Servicing Bicycle CareHigh Security using a U Lock Frequency Component Lubricate How to Lubricate Schedule 2 Service Checklist Frequency Task ReferenceComponent Torque Part 5 Comprehensive Maintenance Wheels and TyresBMX MTB Updated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 RAOM0507 Correct Quick Release Axle Setting Take the wheel out of the frame To properly re-adjust the bearing conesHub Lubrication Hub to expose the ball bearingsHow To Repair a Flat Tyre Schraeder is a registered Trademark Steering System Rear wheel hub Single Allen key or hexagonal bolt ForkBicycle Suspension Headset Inspection ‘Ahead Set’ Type AssembliesUpdated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Rotor Headset Saddle and Seat Post InspectionFrame RAOM0507 Brakes Foot Controlled BrakesAdjustment Sidepull Callipers Lubrication calliper brakes39mm or more 5mm Allen Key Updated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Brake Shoe Replacement Drivetrain Correct Pedal AttachmentBicycle and falling Lubrication and Adjustment This system requires more detailed servicing Crank armsOne Piece Crank Assembly Use a coin or a screwdriver to remove the dust cap Screw in the removal tool Turn the screwbolt clockwise Front Chainwheel Rear Sprocket Pull Up Straightedge 12mm Updated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 RAOM0507 Derailleur Systems Or whenever new cables are fitted Adjustment Rear Derailleur To adjust low gear Turn the adjusting screw marked ‘L’ until Chainring and the largest rear sprocketLoosen off the control cable fixing bolt Reflectors To increase visibilityAccessories Child Safety Carrier GlovesBrake blocks worn Replace brake blocks They squeal/squeak Clean blocks and rimSlipping chain Replace bottom bracket orRe-true if possible, or replace Part 6 PURCHASE DETAILS