Brake Check - Mondraker Thundra R Manuel D'utilisation

2.2.2 Brake check

Make sure that the brake pads are inside the braking flanges of the rims. When the brake is in action
the complete pad surface should be supported on the rim. Check that the brake cables are undamaged
and that there are no faults in the cables or their sheathing that could cause them to break. In case of
disc brakes, it is very important to check that the pads are not worn out and are completely supported
by the disc. The brake lever should never touch the grip when it is being used. Remember that it will be
more difficult to stop the bicycle when riding due to the rider's weight and during a descent.
Bear in mind that the braking distance will increase considerably in wet or rainy conditions, so we
recommend you take extreme caution in such conditions.
CAUTION: If your bike has a disc brake, learn how to put on and take off the wheel without
touching the discs or callipers. They can get very hot during use and you might burn yourself.
CAUTION: If your bike is equipped with a rear disk brake, be careful not to damage the disc,
calliper or brake pads when putting the wheel back on. Never activate a disc brake's control
lever unless the disc is correctly inserted in the calliper.
2.2.3 Wheel and seatpost quick releases check
Most bikes use quick releases on their wheels and the seatpost. You should check that the quick
releases are completely closed to ensure that the wheels are properly fixed to the frame and fork to
avoid serious accident.
The quick release is used by tightening the nut on the opposite side of the lever until the lever can be
closed with a degree of resistance. You should never leave the lever loose or try to close it by turning it
in the same direction as tightening a nut.
If your bike does not have quick releases and uses normal nuts instead, make sure these are also duly
tightened.
Check the quick release of the seatpost in the same way as for the wheels.
ADJUSTMENT NUT
CLOSED
ADJUSTMENT
OPEN
LEVER
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