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Welcome to Team Giant
Giant is a global bicycle company, dedicated to bringing you the finest bicycles for over thirty years. The Giant brand is sold throughout Europe,
the Pacific Rim and North America by Giant Professional Cycling Retailers. Just about anywhere you go, you’ll find Giant Bicycles.
We may be big, but it’s the local touch from our dealers that provides the assistance that will make your ride safe and fun. Authorized Giant
Dealers are the only place in the U.S. and Canada where yo
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Contents GENERAL WARNING p.2 3.Fit A special note to parents p.2 A. Standover height p.18 B. Saddle position p.18 C. Handlebar height and angle p.20 Your Revive Bicycle D. Control Position Adjustments p.20 Revive at a Glance p.3 E. Brake reach p.20 What It’s Called p.4 4 Tech Getting the right fit p.5 A. Wheels p.21 Seating Adjustment p.5 Removing and Installing Bolt-On Wheels p.21 Handlebar Stem Adjustment p.6 B.Seatpost Quick Release p.23 Luggage Carrier p.7 C. Bra
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GENERAL WARNING: Like any sport, bicycling involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume the responsibility for that risk, so you need to know - and to practice- the rules of safe and responsible riding and of proper use and maintenance. Proper use and maintenance of your bicycle reduces risk of injury. This Manual contains many ”Warnings” and “Cautions” concerning the consequences of failure to maintain or inspect your bicycle and of failure to follow safe cyclin
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Revive at a Glance Congratulations on purchasing your new Revive! With a few simple adjustments, you can quickly and easily adjust Revive’s rider compartment for a custom fit, for just about anybody from 5-feet to 6-feet five inches tall. Revive’s unique riding position is designed to take pressure off the posterior, hands, shoulders, neck and back. Although it is a superior ergonomic position, you will still need to adjust the saddle height for optimum pedaling efficiency, as well as the handle
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What it’s called 1. Lumbar Support 6. Gear Shifter (Twist grip) 11. Mudguard / Fender 17. Handlebar Stem 2. Lumbar Support 7. Chainguard/Enclosed 12. Tire Housing Adjustment Knob Chain Device (DX 13. Fork 18. Kickstand 3. Saddle model only) 14. Crank arm 4. Luggage Carrier 8. Rear Shock Absorber 15. Pedal 5. Saddle Height 9. Handlebar 16. Handlebar Stem Adjustment Lever 10. Handlebar Stem Adjustment Lever 9 6 1 2 17 3 10 16 4 5 11 12 13 8 7 15 14 18 4
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Getting the Right Fit Seating Adjustment Saddle Height For maximum pedalling efficiency and power transfer, the saddle should be raised to a height that creates a bend in your knees of approximately 30 degrees when the pedal is farthest away from you (right pedal at 4 o’clock, left pedal at 8 o’clock). (FIG. 2) To Adjust Saddle Height: Use both hands to move the saddle up or down. Place one hand under the front of the saddle and locate the Height Adjustment Lever. Place your other hand under the
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Lumbar Support Height: The Lumbar Support assists in maintaining a comfortable and properly aligned riding position, and gives you FIG. 6 something to push against when accelerating and climbing hills. It should be positioned below the ribs at the lower portion of your back. (FIG. 6) The Lumbar Support’s adjustment knob is located on the rear of the support. To loosen the knob, turn it counter clockwise until you can move the support. To tighten, turn FIG. 7 the knob clockwise until snug. Do not
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Luggage Carrier When using the luggage carrier, make sure all items are securely fastened to avoid interfering with the rear wheel. The maximum load capacity for the luggage carrier is 33 pounds (15 kilograms). WARNING: Revive is not designed to be used with a child carrier. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ATTACH A CHILD CARRIER TO REVIVE. WARNING: Use caution when riding up a steep incline. Quick and forceful acceleration can cause the front wheel to raise up off the ground, which could cause you to lose con
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excessive noise, take your Revive to your nearest Authorized Giant Professional Cycling Retailer immediately. Revive DX Cycle Computer For your convenience a cycle computer has been integrated into the Reive DX handlebar. To avoid theft or damage while parked or transporting Revive, the computer can be easily removed. (For instructions on how to operate the cycle computer’s features, please refer to the instruction manual.) Removal and Installation of Cycle Computer The Cycle Computer is held in
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Stopping: Before coming to a stop, shift the drivetrain into an easier gear selection (1, 2, or 3 on the twist shifter gear indicator) so that you’ll be in an easier gear when you start rid ing again. Always use both brakes at the same time and place both feet on the ground. 9
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Giant Bicycle Owner’s information: 1. FIRST: NOTE: We strongly urge you to read this Manual in its entirety before your first ride; but at the very least, read and make sure that you understand each point in this section, and refer to the cited sections on any issue which you don’t completely understand. A. Bike fit 1. Is your bike the right size? To check, see Section 3.A. If your bicycle is too large or too small for you, you may lose control and fall. If your new bike is not the right size,
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5. Does your bike have suspension? If so, check Section 4.F. Suspension can change the way a bicycle performs. Follow the suspension manufacturer’s instructions for use, adjustment and care. 6. Do you have toe overlap? On smaller framed bicycles your toe or toeclip may be able to contact the front wheel when a pedal is all the way forward and the wheel is turned. See section 4.E. C. Mechanical Safety Check Routinely check the condition of your bicycle before every ride. Nuts, bolts & straps: M
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WARNING: Loose or damaged handlebar grips or extensions can cause you to lose control and fall. Unplugged handlebars or extensions can cut your body, and can cause serious injury in an otherwise minor accident. D. First ride When you buckle on your helmet and go for your first familiarization ride on your new bicycle, be sure to pick a controlled environment, away from cars, other cyclists, obstacles or other hazards. Ride to become familiar with the controls, features and performance of your
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2. Safety A. The Basics 1. Always wear a cycling helmet which meets the latest certification standards and follow the helmet manufacturer instructions for fit, use and care of your helmet. Most serious bicycle injuries involve head injuries which might have been avoided if the rider had worn a helmet. WARNING: Failure to wear a helmet when riding may result in serious injury or death. 2. Always do the Mechanical Safety Check (Section 1.C) before you get on a bike. 3. Be thoroughly familiar with
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· Vehicles slowing or turning, entering the road or your lane ahead of you, or coming up behind you. · Parked car doors opening. · Pedestrians stepping out. · Children or pets playing near the road. · Pot holes, sewer grating, railroad tracks, expansion joints, road or sidewalk construction, debris and other obstructions that could cause you to swerve into traffic, catch your wheel or otherwise cause you to lose control and have an accident. · The many other hazards and distractions which can oc
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C. Off Road Safety 1. The variable conditions and hazards of off-road riding require close attention and specific skills. Start slowly on easier terrain and build up your skills. If your bike has suspension, the increased speed you may develop also increases your risk of losing control and falling. Get to know how to handle your bike safely before trying increased speed or more difficult terrain. 2. Wear safety gear appropriate to the kind of riding you plan to do. 3. Don’t ride alone in remote
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E. Night Riding Riding a bicycle at night is many times more dangerous than riding during the day. A bicyclist is very difficult for motorists and pedestrians to see. Therefore, children should never ride at dawn, at dusk or at night. Adults should not ride at dawn, at dusk or at night unless it is absolutely necessary. WARNING: Reflectors are not a substitute for required lights. Riding at dawn, at dusk, at night or at other times of poor visibility without an adequate bicycle lighting system a
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· Make sure your clothing or anything you may be carrying on the bicycle does not obstruct a reflector or light. While riding at dawn, at dusk or at night: · Ride slowly. · Avoid dark areas and areas of heavy or fast-moving traffic. · Avoid road hazards. · If possible, ride on familiar routes. F. Downhill or Competition Biking If you ride downhill at speed or in competition, you voluntarily assume an increased risk of injury or death. When riding downhill, you can reach speeds seen on motorcycl
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3. Fit NOTE: Correct fit is an essential element of bicycling safety, performance and comfort. Making the adjustments to your bicycle which result in correct fit for your body and riding conditions requires experience, skill and special tools. Always have your dealer make the adjustments on your bicycle; or, if you have the experience, skill and tools, have your dealer check your work before riding. The following instructions are for standard bike design, refer to the Revive Section at the fron
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. Place one heel on the pedal. . rotate the crank until the pedal with your heel on it is in the furthest position from your body. If your leg is not completely straight and just touching the center of the pedal, your saddle height needs to be adjusted. If your hips must rock for the heel to reach the pedal, the saddle is too high. If your leg is bent at the knee with your heel on the pedal, the saddle is too low. Once the saddle is at the correct height, make sure that the seatpost does not pr
