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ENGLISH OWNER’S MANUAL 2021 | GENERAL MANUAL
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BRAKES
Brakes (a) are used for adjusting one’s speed to the surrounding terrain and traffic. In an
emergency situation, the brakes must bring your BERGAMONT bike to a halt as quickly as
possible.
In the event of such emergency brakings, the rider’s weight shifts forward abruptly, thus
reducing the load on the rear wheel. The rate of deceleration is primarily limited by the
danger of the rear wheel losing contact with the ground, resulting in an overturning of the
BERGAMONT bike and, secondly, by the grip of the tyres on the road (b). Such a problem
becomes particularly acute when riding downhill. Therefore, in case of an emergency brak-
ing you should try to shift your weight towards the rear and the ground as far as possible.
Actuate both brakes simultaneously (c) and bear in mind that, due to the weight transfer,
the front brakes can generate a far better braking effect on a surface with good grip.
The braking conditions on unpaved surfaces and when it is wet or dirty differ, i.e. over-
braking the front wheel can make the wheel slip away.
Make yourself familiar with the operation before you set off for the first time. Practice brak-
ing on different kinds of surfaces in an area free of traffic.
For more information see the chapter “Brakes” in your detailed original BERGAMONT
operating instructions “Trekking and Trekking-Pedelec”, “MTB and MTB-Pedelec” and
“Road Bike” on the BERGAMONT web page and your model specific manual. For addition-
al information on your bicycle and the web links for the component manufacturers, please
visit the manual pages of the bike brand you have purchased via your Quick Start Manual.
WARNING
The assignment of brake lever to brake calliper can vary, e.g. left lever acts on
front brake. Have a look at the BERGAMONT handover report in the Quick Start
Manual and check whether the brake lever of the front brake is on the side you
are used to (right or left). If it is not, ask your BERGAMONT dealer to switch the
brake levers before you set off for the first time.
Be careful while getting used to the brakes. Practice emergency stops in a place
clear of traffic until you are comfortable controlling your BERGAMONT bike. This
can save you from having accidents in road traffic.
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