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KONA OWNER’S MANUAL
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modulator, a small, cylindrical
device through which the brake
control cable runs and which
is designed to provide a more
progressive application of braking
force. A modulator makes the
initial brake lever force more
gentle, progressively increasing
force until full force is achieved.
If your bike is equipped with a
brake force modulator, take extra
care in becoming familiar with
its performance characteristics.
Some brake force modulators are
adjustable. If you don't like the
feel of your brakes, ask your dealer
about adjusting the brake force
modulation.
5. Disc brakes can get extremely
hot with extended use. Be careful
not to touch a disc brake until it
has had plenty of time to cool.
6. See the brake manufacturer’s
instructions for operation and care
of your brakes, and for when brake
pads must be replaced. If you
do not have the manufacturer’s
instructions, see your dealer or
contact the brake manufacturer.
7. If you are replacing worn
or damaged parts, use only
manufacturer-approved genuine
replacement parts.
1. Brake controls and features
It’s very important to your safety that you learn and re-
member which brake lever controls which brake on your
bike. Traditionally, in the U.S. the
right brake lever controls the rear
brake and the left brake lever
controls the front brake; but,
to check how your bike’s brakes
are set up this way, squeeze one
brake lever and look to see which
brake, front or rear, engages.
Now do the same with the other
brake lever.
Make sure that your hands can
reach and squeeze the brake
levers comfortably. If your hands
are too small to operate the levers comfortably, consult
your dealer before riding the bike. The lever reach may
be adjustable; or you may need a different brake lever
design.
Most rim brakes have some form of quick-release
mechanism to allow the brake pads to clear the tire when
a wheel is removed or reinstalled. When the brake quick
release is in the open position, the brakes are inoperative.
Ask your dealer to make sure that you understand the
way the brake quick release works on your bike (see gs.
12, 13. 14 & 15) and check each time to make sure both
brakes work correctly before you get on the bike.
2. How brakes work
The braking action of a bicycle is a function of the friction
between the braking surfaces. To make sure that you
have maximum friction available, keep your wheel rims
and brake pads or the disk rotor and caliper clean and
free of dirt, lubricants, waxes or polishes.
Brakes are designed to control your speed, not just to stop
the bike. Maximum braking force for each wheel occurs at
the point just before the wheel “locks up” (stops rotating) 21
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