Table of Content
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1 Introduction..................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Veleon and its components ..................................................................................................... 2
2 Getting started ................................................................................................................................ 3
3 Advice for the driver........................................................................................................................ 6
3.1 Designated usage..................................................................................................................... 6
3.2 Checking screws and steering mechanism .............................................................................. 6
3.3 Regulatory requirements......................................................................................................... 6
3.4 Using a children’s bicycle seat ................................................................................................. 6
3.5 Intense usage........................................................................................................................... 7
3.6 Driving safety ........................................................................................................................... 7
4 Establishing readiness to travel....................................................................................................... 8
4.1 Checking the connection between frame and front end......................................................... 8
4.2 Checking and adjusting the saddle ........................................................................................ 10
4.2.1 Checking the saddle height ........................................................................................... 10
4.2.2 Adjusting the saddle height, saddle tilt and saddle position ........................................ 10
4.3 Checking and adjusting the handlebar .................................................................................. 11
4.3.1 Checking the handlebar height ..................................................................................... 11
4.3.2 Adjusting the handlebar tilt........................................................................................... 11
4.3.3 Adjusting the handlebar position.................................................................................. 11
4.4 Checking the brakes............................................................................................................... 12
4.4.1 Assignment of the brakes.............................................................................................. 12
4.4.2 Lock function of the front brake.................................................................................... 12
4.5 Use the lockout (suspension)................................................................................................. 13
4.6 Checking the tilt lock.............................................................................................................. 14
4.7 Checking the toe angle........................................................................................................... 15
4.8 Checking the steering system ................................................................................................ 15
5 Useful Tips ..................................................................................................................................... 17
5.1 Minimum height of the saddle .............................................................................................. 17
5.2 Allowed maximum weight ..................................................................................................... 17
5.3 Greasing the bike ................................................................................................................... 17
6 Adjusting Veleon ........................................................................................................................... 18