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E.1 Service Intervals
Some service and maintenance can and should be performed by
the owner, and require no special tools or knowledge beyond what
is presented in this manual.
The following are examples of the type of service you should
perform yourself. All other service, maintenance and repair should
be performed in a properly equipped facility by a qualified bicycle
mechanic using the correct tools and procedures specified by the
manufacturer.
1. Break-in Period: Your bike will last longer and work better if you
break it in before riding it hard. Control cables and wheel spokes
may stretch or "seat" when a new bike is first used and may
require readjustment by your dealer. Your Mechanical Safety
Check (Section A.1.3) will help you identify some things that
need readjustment. But even if everything seems fine to you, it's
best to take your bike back to the dealer for a checkup. Dealers
typically suggest you bring the bike in for a 30-day checkup.
Another way to judge when it's time for the first checkup is to
bring the bike in after three to five hours of hard off-road use, or
about 10 to 15 hours of on-road or more casual off-road use.
But if you think something is wrong with the bike, take it to your
dealer before riding it again.
2. Before every ride: Mechanical Safety Check (Section A.1.3)
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3. After every long or hard ride; if the bike has been exposed to
water or grit; or at least every 100 miles: Clean the bike and
lightly lubricate the chain's rollers with a good quality bicycle
chain lubricant. Wipe off excess lubricant with a lint-free cloth.
Lubrication is a function of climate. Talk to your dealer about
the best lubricants and the recommended lubrication
frequency for your area.
4. After every long or hard ride or after every 10 to 20 hours
of riding:
• Squeeze the front brake and rock the bike forward and
back. Everything feel solid? If you feel a clunk with each
forward or backward movement of the bike, you probably
have a loose headset. Have your dealer check it.
• Lift the front wheel off the ground and swing it from side
to side. Feel smooth? If you feel any binding or roughness
in the steering, you may have a tight headset. Have your
dealer check it.
• Grab one pedal and rock it toward and away from
the centerline of the bike; then do the same with the
other pedal. Anything feel loose? If so, have your dealer
check it.
• Take a look at the brake pads. Are they worn or not hitting
the wheel rim squarely? Time to have the dealer adjust or
replace them.
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