Before Your First Ride - PROPAIN spindrift 2021 Instrucciones De Montaje

// BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE

PROVISIONS FOR USE REGULATIONS ACCORDING TO THE GERMAN TRAFFIC REGULATIONS
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(STRASSENVERKEHRS-ZULASSUNGSORDNUNG STVZO)
If you want to use the SPINDRIFT on public roads, a front and rear light, a white front reflector, a red rear reflector and spoke
reflectors must be attached to the SPINDRIFT. If pedals are fitted retrospectively, make sure that they have yellow reflectors
that act forwards and backwards. These regulations are for the use on public roads in Germany. If the bicycle is used in another
country, the requirements applicable there must be observed.
Observe the basic provisions for the SPINDRIFT:
INTENDED USE
The intended use of Bikes is divided into five different
categories – ranging from the use on paved roads through to
downhill or freeride use.
The SPINDRIFT must only be used in accordance with the
provisions of Category 5 or below.
Details can be found in the user manual of your bike.
PERMISSIBLE TOTAL MASS
The permissible total mass (rider + bicycle + equipment + Pos.
luggage) is 120 kg and may not be exceeded!
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In addition to these instructions, please refer to the user
manual of your bike. All information contained therein must
have been read and understood!
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Description Special notes
front light and white The front and rear lights and reflectors must be fitted at dusk, in the dark or whenever
reflector required by visibility conditions. The lights and reflectors must be fixed during operation and
be protected against accidental movement under normal operating conditions and must
rear light and red
be permanently operational. The front light must be set so that other road users are not
reflector
blinded. The lights and reflectors must not be covered.
pedal reflector Both pedals must have yellow reflectors working forward and backward.
spoke reflector Two spoke reflectors must be fitted to the front and rear wheel.
// BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE
Before your first ride, check all basic functions of your bike to ensure that there are no assembly errors or transport damages. If there are any defects or flaws, you should have your bike inspected and
repaired by a qualified bicycle mechanic. Never ride with a defective bike!
WHEELS / TIRES Lift the wheels one after the other and spin them.
→ The wheels must spin smoothly.
→ The wheels must run true, without moving up and down or from side to side.
→ The tires must not rub against the frame.
Check the tire pressure.
→ The tire pressure should be about 2 bar. The maximum tire pressure of the wheel and of the tire used must not be exceeded.
Check the tightening torque of the thru axles.
→ The lever of the thru axle of the front wheel must be closed firmly!
→ The thru axle of the rear wheel must be tightened to 12 Nm!
COMPONENTS Verify the tight fit of the stem: Stand in front of the bike with the front wheel between your knees and try to turn the handlebar left and right.
→ It should not be possible to turn the handlebar with normal force.
Check the headset for play: Stand next to your bike, pull the front brake lever and gently push the bike backwards and forwards.
→ No bearing play must be detectable.
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Make sure that all components are tight.
→ Tighten the parts to the proper torque, if need be. In case of doubt, contact the Propain Service.
FRAME Check the frame for damages and deformation.
→ There must be no damages.
Sit on the bike with all your cycling equipment (helmet, backpack, shoes, etc.) and take a normal riding position.
FORK /
SHOCK
→ We recommend a SAG of 15% - 20% on the fork and 20% - 30% on the shock.
→ If necessary, change the air pressure of your suspension elements. If you have ordered a shock with steel spring you have already chosen a spring rate corresponding to
your weight. Details can be found in the user manual of your bike.
BRAKES Check brake efficiency: Pull one brake lever after the other while standing and push the bike backwards and forwards.
→ The front and rear wheel must lock when the brake lever is pulled.
Check whether the brake hoses and connections are losing brake fluid and check them for defects.
→ Brake fluid must not escape at the connections.
Break in the brake pads. Choose a road away from public roads and brake 20 to 30 times with the front or rear brake from a speed of 30 km/h down to 5 km/h. You should brake as
hard as possible without locking one of the wheels. Repeat the process for the other brake. Only then the brake can show its full braking power.