BASIC BIKE CHECK 

Helmet

A is for Air

• Inflate tires to the pressure listed on the side of the tire
• Use a pressure gauge to insure proper pressure
• Check for damage on tired and replace if damaged

B is for Brakes

• Inspect pads for wear; replace is there is less than ¼" of pad left
• Check pad adjustment; make sure they do not rub the tire 
• Look to see that you can fit your thumb between the brake lever handlebar when the brakes are squeezed all the way

C is for cranks and chain

• Pull your cranks away from the bike – if they are loose, tighten the bolt
• Check your that your chain is free of rust and gunk

Helmet Fit

• To find the right size helmet, put one on your head without fastening the straps.
• The front of the helmet should be level and two-fingers width above your eyebrows.
• Shake your head from side to side: There should only be a little movement.

Helmet Adjustment

• The side straps should come to a point just below your ears - move the small tabs on the side of these straps up or down until they are a half an inch or less under your ear lobe.
• The chin strap should be about half an inch below your chin when your mouth is closed.
• Wearing a bike helmet with loose straps is the same as not wearing a bike helmet at all.

Share the road

• Bikes are vehicles and should act and be treated as such
• Laws that apply to motorists also apply to people on bikes
• If the lane is too narrow or you are going the same speed as traffic, take the lane
• Be visible and predictable at all times: wear bright clothing, signal and follow the law
• Wear a helmet