Gary Fisher 2004 gary fisher bicycles Manuel D’Utilisation
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CHAPTER ONE
Guide to Safe On-and-Off Road Operation
Before each ride, check your bike and its components against
the following checklist. The following information explains
how to perform these checks. This is not a comprehensive
maintenance program. If you are not certain if your bike has a
problem, take your bike to your Gary Fisher dealer for service.
Checklist: Before every ride
Check that your wheels are straight.
Check your tire inflation.
Check your brakes.
Check your brakes.
Check attachment of both wheels.
Check your handlebars and stem for signs of
Check your handlebars and stem for signs of
stress or fatigue.
Check your suspension adjustment.
Check your suspension adjustment.
Check that your wheels are straight.
Spin each wheel and watch the rim as it passes
through the brake pads or the frame. If the rim
wobbles, up and down or from side to side, take
your bike to your Gary Fisher dealer for service.
Check your tire inflation.
Inflate your tires to the air pressure
recommended on the tire sidewalls (Figure 1.3).
Some tires offer a range of inflation. When inflating a
tire, consider the weight of the rider (and any load).
Within the range, higher pressure usually gives the
best performance on hard surfaces like pavement,
while lower pressure works best for off-road riding.
BEFORE EVERY RIDE:
CHECK YOUR BIKE
Figure 1.3 Inflation label
A gas station hose may inflate a bicycle tire too rapidly, and
the indicated pressure is often inaccurate, causing the tire to
fail. Use a hand-operated pump with an appropriate gauge.
CAUTION
A bicycle that does not work properly can cause you to lose
control and fall. Inspect the entire bicycle thoroughly before every
ride, and do not ride it until any problem has been corrected.
CAUTION