RIVERSIDE GCR FORCE REYNOLDS

Reynolds wheels are under warranty for the first two years after purchase and can be replaced if necessary (provided you are the person who made the purchase).

After two years, the warranty applies only to the rim, and still only for the original customer. Wear parts such as spokes, nuts, rim tape or truing are not covered (and therefore will incur costs).

To activate the Reynolds wheel warranty, register your wheels on the Hayes website.

Watch our video tutorial to switch to tubeless tyres.

Check that the SRAM groupset battery is fully charged.

You can download the SRAM AXS app to find out more about operating your bike and analysing your rides.

When using the bike for the first time, you should take time to bed the brakes in to improve your braking performance. This video will show you how to do it.

It's important to find the right position so that you feel comfortable on your bike. Here's a general guide to setting up your bike correctly, which you should adapt based on how your own bike feels.

For gravel riding, the tyre pressure has to be just right because the bike will be used on a range of surfaces. You'll need to adapt the pressure based on the total weight, the type of terrain and the tyre itself. On your particular bike, we recommend following the advice in the link below.

These numbers are for reference only. You're more than welcome to experiment and adjust the pressure based on how it feels as you ride.
You'll find the minimum and maximum pressures on the tyre's sidewall.

To set your saddle correctly it needs to be securely in place. A loose seat post can slip when you're out and about on your bike. Conversely, if it's too tight, you run the risk of crushing the seat post and damaging your bike.

The best way to tighten a seat post is to use a torque wrench, which you will find in the box of your gravel bike. We recommend you tighten it to between 6 and 7 Nm.

Take care not to exceed the maximum height indicated on the seat post.

If you're not going to be using your bike for a long time, you should:

- Store your bike somewhere cool and sheltered

- Clean your bike to remove mud or sand.

- Lubricate the chain.

- Set the derailleur to the small cog

- Your bike is tubeless, so remember to add sealant every 6 months. If the wheels don't turn for a long time, the liquid can solidify and stop working.

We recommend wearing a helmet and gloves while riding. Anyone can take a tumble, and you'll be grateful for your helmet and gloves when it inevitably happens!

To adjust your brake callipers, we recommend contacting your nearest workshop.

To replace your brake pads, we recommend contacting your nearest workshop.

To change your cassette, you'll need the right lock ring and a chain whip. You'll find both of these tools in the link below. 

To do this, you will need: a chain tool, a new chain, and a quick-link.

Place the chain on the last cog and on the smallest chainring.

Remove the quick-link using the pliers or chain tool, then take the old chain off the drivetrain.
IMPORTANT: certain SRAM Force and Rival chains are directional.

Place the new chain on the last cog and on the smallest chainring. This will make it easier to determine its optimal length.

The chain should pass close to the top pulley of the upper jockey wheel on the derailleur.

Once you've determined the correct length, use the chain tool to cut the chain.

Lastly, install the quick-link onto the chain, turn the pedal so as to position the quick-link on the upper part of the chain, and use your hand to apply pressure and ensure it is firmly locked in place.

Are your pedals broken? Do you want to change your pedals for clipless ones? Here's our advice.

NB: please note that the screw thread on the left pedal is inverted and that the pedal thus screws on in an anti-clockwise direction. The right pedal has a normal thread.

Make sure to use the correct tool to remove your pedals as you will need to use some force to unscrew them.

If your disc makes noise:

- Check that your wheel is properly centred. To do this, loosen the wheel and tighten it up again.

- Check that the disc is straight.

- Clean the entire brake system with water. If necessary, clean the discs with some water and soap.

The brakes might make a noise if they haven't been bedded in properly. In this case, follow the bedding-in procedure.
If you've been braking very hard over a long period (for example, when going down a steep hill), your brake pads might have glazed over and/or your disc could have overheated. In this case, replace your brake pads and discs.

There are several things you can do if your brakes aren't working as well as they used to:

- Clean your bike, discs and brakes with soapy water

- Check your brake pads for wear.

- Check that the calliper is properly centred.

- Have the oil purged at a Decathlon workshop.

To replace your derailleur hanger, make an appointment at your nearest workshop.

WARNING: your gravel GCR SRAM RIVAL RR9 has a specific derailleur hanger, which you can find on our spare parts page.