• Insert the tyre lever opposite the valve on the
inside of the tyre .
• Insert the second tyre lever approx . 10 cm from
the first, between the rim and tyre. Lift the tyre
wall over the edge of the rim .
• Repeat this lifting action around the wheel until
the entire tyre is free .
• Remove the inner tube from the tyre .
Changing the inner tube
Switch the inner tube for an intact one.
Tyres with and without tubes must be
changed according to the instructions of
the tyre and/or rim manufacturer .
Reassembling the tyre and inner tube
Do not allow foreign bodies to get inside the tyre .
Ensure that the inner tube does not have any
folds and is not squashed .
Ensure that the rim tape covers all spoke nipples
and does not have any damage .
• Place one edge of the rim into the tyre .
• Push one side of the tyre completely into the
rim .
• Insert the valve through the valve hole in the
rim and put the inner tube into the tyre .
• Pull the second side of the tyre into the rim with
the balls of your hands .
• Ensure that the inner tube is correctly posi-
tioned .
• Pump the inner tube up a little .
• Check that the tyre is properly in place and
runs true using the control ring on the side of
the tyre . Adjust the positioning of the tyre with
your hand if it does not quite run true .
• Pump the inner tube up to the recommended
tyre pressure .
Please take note of the running direction
of the tyre when installing it .
Reattaching the wheel
Reattach the wheel securely back in the frame or
fork with the quick-release fastener or axle.
If your bicycle has disc brakes, please
ensure that the brake discs are correctly
secured between the brake pads!
Read the gear manufacturer's instructions to cor-
rectly and safely assemble and set up derailleur
gear systems, hub gears and combined hub and
derailleur gear systems .
Tighten all screws to the recommended
torque . Failing to do so could cause the
screws to be torn out and components to
come apart .
Test the brakes .
15. B icycle gears
The gear shifters regulate the necessary cycling
power and the speed that can be achieved . While
riding in lower gears, it becomes easier to ride on
inclined planes and it reduces physical exertion
when pedalling . While riding in higher gears,
more physical exertion is needed to pedal, allow-
ing you to reach higher speeds with lower pedal-
ling cadence .
Ask your FLYER specialist retailer for
detailed instructions regarding the oper-
ation and special features of the e-bike
gears, even if you are an experienced
cyclist . Practise on an even and safe ter-
rain .
If you have any questions about assembling,
maintaining, setting up or operating the gears,
please contact your FLYER specialist retailer .
Read the operating instructions on the website of
the respective manufacturer .
Despite a perfectly set up derailleur gear
system, a bike chain crossing at an an-
gle can lead to noises during riding .
These noises are normal and do not
cause any damage to the gear compo-
nents .
Do not pedal backwards while changing
gears, as this may damage the gear sys-
tem .
Using faulty, incorrectly set-up or worn
gear components is dangerous and can
lead to falls . If you are concerned, have
components checked and readjusted as
required by a FLYER specialist retailer .
16. B icycle chain
and sprocket
Bicycle chain maintenance
Bicycle chains are subject to wear depending on
how they are used . The degree of wear varies
considerably . Have the chain of your FLYER reg-
ularly checked by your FLYER specialist retailer .
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