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Bike
storage
and
maintenance:
Don’t leave the bike in the rain for long periods, or in damp conditions:
always store in a dry place.
Don't leave the bike in direct sunlight for long periods, as this may
cause some of the electrical components to overheat and result in
operation failure.
Warning:
Don't tamper with, or disassemble complex electrical components.
Don’t touch the bottom of the battery case with keys or other metal
objects in case they damage the electrical connectors between the
bike and battery.
Keep
your
bike
clean
Use a degreaser detergent, or a specialist chain-cleaning product to clean
and oil your chain. A properly cared-for chain can make a bicycle more
than ninety eight per cent efficient at converting kinetic energy into moving
your bike forward.
Juicy Bike chains are stainless steel and need very little
oil. Too much oil can pick up grit and so increase wear. We recommend
Green oil’s, Clean Chain degreaser and a little Chain Lube.
Check
tyres,
brakes
and
gears
monthly
Check the tyre pressure; make sure it is enough at least 40 PSI. Inch
and preferably 50 (Compact) or 60 PSI. Low tyre pressure will make
the bike less efficient and will easily damage the tyres.
Brake
adjustment
Brake levers should operate the brakes easily with only a small
amount of travel at the handlebars. If there is not enough room for
two fingers between the lever and the handlebars then adjustment is
essential. See how to adjust above.
Chain
adjustment
The chain may become looser after a long period of use and can only
be adjusted by removing links, which is best carried out at a bike
repair shop.
If
you
are
unsure
about
brake,
gears
or
chain
adjustment,
take
the
bike
to
be
serviced
at
your
local
cycle
shop.
