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HELMETS
CORRECT FITTING - MAKE
SAVE
SURE YOUR HELMET COVERS
YOUR FOREHEAD.
LIVES !!!
ALWAYS WEAR A PROPERLY
FITTED HELMET WHEN
YOU RIDE YOUR BICYCLE.
DO NOT RIDE AT NIGHT.
AVOID RIDING IN WET
INCORRECT FITTING. FOREHEAD
IS EXPOSED AND VULNERABLE
CONDITIONS.
TO SERIOUS INJURY.
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Please Retain your Sales Receipt as Proof of Purchase. Notes: _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ ________ ____
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The following manual is only a guide to assist you and is not a complete or comprehensive manual of all aspects of maintaining and repairing your bicycle. The bicycle you have purchased is a complex object. We recommend that you consult a bicycle specialist if you have doubts or concerns as to your experience or ability to properly assemble, repair, or maintain your bicycle. You will save time and the inconvenience of having to go back to the store if you choose to write or call us concerni
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PART 1 Parts Identification ...................................................... 02-05 PART 2 Before You Ride ........................................................... 06-21 PART 3 Assembly ..................................................................... 22-62 PART 4 Servicing ...................................................................... 63-65 PART 5 Detailed Maintenance .................................................. 66-97 PART 6 How Things Work ............................
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1. PARTS IDENTIFICATION 2-5 Derailleur Geared Bicycle 22-45 Rotors 56-57 Drivetrain 81-89 Mountain Bicycles 2 Handlebars, Stems and Shifters 22-25 Axle Peg Assembly 58 -Pedals 81-82 BMX Bicycles 3 -Aheadset 23 -Non-Threaded Axle Peg 58 -Inspection 81 -Sunken Stem 24 -Threaded Axle Peg 58 -Lubrication & Adjustment 82 Tools Required 4
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Mountain Bicycles . Mountain bicycles are designed to give maximum comfort over a wide variety of road surfaces. The wider handlebars and convenient shift lever position make them very easy to control. Wider rims and tires give them a softer ride with more traction on rough surfaces. The frame and fork on mountain style bicycles are generally much sturdier than those on racing style bicycles. Shift Lever Handlebar Top Tube Brake Lever Seat Brake Control Cables Seat Post Handlebar Stem Front R
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BMX Bicycles . BMX style bicycles are a popular general purpose type most suited for young riders. They are valued because of their sturdy and simple construction, and low maintenance. Front Brake Lever Handlebar Seat Handlebar Grip Brake Control Cable Seat Post Handlebar Stem Seat Post Binder Bolt or Head Set Front Reflector Quick-Release Skewer Head Tube Front Brake Seat Stay Top Tube Brake Pad Rear Reflector Front Fork Wheel Reflector Wheel Reflector Front Hub Spokes Seat Tube Down Tube C
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Your new bicycle was assembled and tuned in the factory and then partially disassembled for shipping. You may have purchased the bicycle already fully assembled and ready to ride OR in the shipping carton in the par- tially disassembled form. The following instructions will enable you to prepare your bicycle for years of enjoy- able cycling. For more details on inspection, lubrication, maintenance and adjustment of any area please refer to the relevant sections in this manual. If you have qu
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL It is important for you to understand your new bicycle. By reading this manual before you go out on your first ride, you’ll know how to get better performance, comfort, and enjoyment from your new bicycle. It is also important that your first ride on your new bicycle is taken in a controlled environment, away from cars, obstacles, and other cyclists. GENERAL WARNING Bicycling can be a hazardous activity even under the best of circumstances. Proper maintenance of your bicycl
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PART 2 - BEFORE YOU RIDE CORRECT FRAME SIZE When selecting a new bicycle, the correct choice of frame size is a very important safety consideration. Most full sized bicycles come in a range of frame sizes. These sizes usually refer to the distance between the center of the bottom bracket and the top of the frame seat tube. For safe and comfortable riding there should be clearance of no less than 1 - 2 inches between the groin area of the intended rider and the top tube of the bicycle frame,
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RIDING POSITION Saddle Height In order to obtain the most comfortable riding position and offer the best possible pedaling efficiency, the seat height should be set correctly in relation to the rider’s leg length. The correct saddle height should not allow leg strain from over-extension, and the hips should not rock from side to side when pedaling. While sitting on the bicycle with one pedal at its lowest point, place the ball of your foot on that pedal. The correct saddle height will all
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Handlebar Height Maximum comfort is usually obtained when the handlebar height is Stem Wedge Bolt equal to the height of the seat. You may wish to try different heights to find the most comfortable position. Handlebar Binder Bolt Maximum Height/ Minimum Insertion Mark Exceeds 2 1/2” (64mm) Threadless headsets and clamp-on stems are not adjustable. Please refer to page 23 for instructions on installation. The stem’s “Minimum Insertion” mark must not be visible above the top of the headset.
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SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following safety checks: 1. Brakes - Ensure front and rear brakes work properly. - Ensure brake shoe pads are not over worn and are correctly positioned in relation to the rims. - Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wear. - Ensure brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. 2. Wheels and Tires - Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended l
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4. Chain - Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. - Extra care is required in wet or dusty conditions. 5. Bearings - Ensure all bearings are lubricated, run freely and display no excess movement, grinding or rattling. - Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings. 6. Cranks and Pedals - Ensure pedals are securely tightened to the cranks. - Ensure cranks are securely tightened to the axle and are not bent. 7. Derailleurs - Check that front and rear mechanism
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Helmets It is strongly advised that a properly fitting, ANSI or SNELL approved, bicycle safety helmet be worn at all times when riding your bicycle. In addition, if you are carrying a passenger in a child safety seat, they must also be wearing a helmet. The correct helmet should: - be comfortable - be lightweight - have good ventilation - fit correctly - cover forehead Always wear a properly fitted helmet which covers the forehead when riding a bicycle. Many states require specific safety d
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Reflectors Your bicycle is supplied with one front (white), one rear (red), two wheel (white), and four pedal (orange) reflectors. (Please Note: Sidewalk bikes, 12” and under, may not have reflectors.) These are an important safety and legal requirement, and should remain securely fitted and in good, clean condition at all times. Periodically, inspect all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of wear or damage. Replace immediately if damage is found. Some bicycles will requ
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Seat and Handlebar Mounting Reflectors First attach the reflector to the reflector bracket with the reflector screw, see the top diagram. Next, remove the clamp screw and open the clamping reflector bracket. Place clamping reflector bracket around the handlebar or seatpost. If the clamp is too loose, insert the shim inside of the clamp. Tighten the clamp screw to hold reflector assembly in place, see the second diagram. Finally, adjust the reflector assembly in place and ensure that it
