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All folding bicycles and P.A.Q. mini-bikes are
intended for use on paved roads only. P.A.Q.
mountain bikes are intended for use on hard-
packed trails only, and are not intended for
jumps, stunts or other extreme sports.
Make sure your bicycle is used for its intended
purpose as the misuse may lead to the failure
of some component or part.
Bike Fit
Is your bike the right size? If your bicycle is
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too large or too small for you, you may lose
control and fall. If your new bike is not the
right size, ask your dealer to exchange it
before you ride it.
Is the saddle at the right height? To check,
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see Section 3.A. If you adjust your saddle
height, follow the Minimum Insertion instruc-
tions in Section 3.A.
Are the saddle and seat post securely
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clamped? A correctly tightened saddle will
allow no saddle movement in any direction.
See Section 3.A.
Are the stem and handlebars at the right
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height for you? If not, see Section 3.B. Can
you comfortably operate the brakes? If not,
you may be able to adjust their angle and
reach.
Do you fully understand how to operate your
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new bicycle? If not, before your first ride,
have your dealer explain any functions or
features that you do not understand.
Safety First
Always wear an approved helmet when rid-
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ing your bike, and follow the helmet manu-
facturer’s instructions for fit, use and care.
Do you have all the other required and
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recommended safety equipment? It’s your
responsibility to familiarize yourself with
the laws of the area where you ride, and to
comply with all applicable laws.
Rider’s weight and luggage should not ex
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ceed 105kg (230lbs).
Do you know how to correctly operate your
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wheel quick releases? Check Section 4.A.1
and 4.A.2 to make sure. Riding with an
improperly adjusted wheel quick release can
cause the wheel to wobble or disengage
from the bicycle, and cause serious injury
or death.
Are your wheel rims clean and undamaged?
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Make sure the rims are clean and undam-
aged along the braking surface, and check
for excess rim wear. Periodically inspect
your rims for excessive wear and if you
have any question on whether or not your
rims are safe, have them inspected by a
bicycle dealer.
Handlebar and Saddle Alignment: Make
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sure the saddle and handlebar stem are
parallel to the bike’s centerline and clamped
tight enough so that you can’t twist them out
of alignment.
Handlebar Ends: Make sure the handlebar
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grips are secure and in good condition. If
not, have your dealer replace them. Make
sure the handlebar ends and extensions
are plugged. If not, have your dealer plug
them before you ride. If the handlebars
have bar-end extensions, make sure they
are clamped tight enough so you can’t twist
them. Please note that with the installa-
tion of some TT bars, criterium, aero bars,
bar ends or a triathlon style clip-on, your
response time for braking and steering may
have been adversely affected.
This Manual
This manual is not intended as a comprehen-
sive guide to bicycling and maintenance. It
cannot teach you all the mechanical skills you
need to repair a bicycle nor can it teach you all
the skills you will need to ride a bicycle. This
manual has a great number of tips and advice
for the specific bikes it comes with. If you are
ever unsure of how to maintain your bike, visit
a dealer and ask for advice.
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