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K2 Bike
Owner’s Manual
1998 K2 BIKE OWNER'S MANUAL - PDF
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Your K2 Bike . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 GENERAL BICYCLE INFORMATION Safety and Fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Tips Cable Routing Proper Frame Sizing Mechanical Quick Check Bicycle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Congratulations on the purchase of your new K2 Bike®. Since 1989, when we jump started the suspension revolution with the introduction of the INTRODUCTION Flexstem,™ we’ve been at the forefront of suspension innovation. In 1990, we released the first production full suspension mountain bike ever— the original Pro-Flex®. Over the last eight years, we’ve refined our original designs to provide you with the comfort and control only a well designed suspension bike can provide. Happy trails! YOUR K2
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5. Brake carefully. Apply steady, even pressure to both brake levers. Too much pressure on the rear brake can lock up the wheel and lead to loss of control. Too much pressure on the front brake can cause the rear wheel to lift off the ground or the front brake to lock up and slip out from under you. Allow extra stopping distance in wet weather. Your brakes and tires will have less grip in wet conditions. For further instructions on braking, see Operation: Braking. 6. Mount any bags, racks or oth
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Proper Frame Sizing Standover Height Most K2 Bike frames are offered in four sizes. We design our bikes with as low of a standover height as possible. When sizing a frame, a minimum of three inches of clearance between the rider's crotch and the top tube of the bicycle is required. This room is needed due to the uneven terrain encountered when riding off road. The three inches should allow you to hop off of the pedals and straddle the top tube safely in a panic situation. Warning: Riding a frame
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4 Quick Release Wheels - Are the quick releases tightened properly? CAUTION: Improperly adjusted wheel quick releases can be extremely dangerous, and can result in failure ! during use and severe injuries. The wheels on your new K2 Bike are attached with convenient single lever quick releases, allowing them to be easily removed and reinstalled. For Quick Release Check detailed instructions on the proper operation of your quick releases, refer to Operation: Quick Releases. Please read and follow
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BICYCLE CARE Cleanliness - Keep Your Bike Clean! Remove dirt and mud with water, mild detergent, and a damp cloth. Don't spray the mud and dirt off of your bike with a pressurized hose. If the In This Section: bearings in the headset, hubs, or bottom bracket grind or sound sandy, they may need to be serviced or adjusted. Take your bike to your local K2 Bike dealer for help. Never submerge the bearings, as this can lead to premature wear. Should you accidentally submerge any bearing, you may • C
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(Chain Movement) 5. With the heel of your hand, rotate the quick release lever in toward the bicycle. Make sure the lever is tucked Open against the frame or fork so that it is safe from trail hazards which might force it open. As you rotate the lever in toward the bike, you will feel resistance. Do not tighten the quick release by holding the adjusting nut and simply spinning the quick release lever. The cam action of the lever is necessary to ensure adequate wheel attachment. 6. If you did no
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Pedals Toe Clips/Straps If your bike is equipped with toe clips/straps, it is important to familiarize yourself with their use. If you do not have previous experience with the system, practice entry and exit before you ride. Position your bike beside a wall and hold yourself up while you practice. Then, proceed to a flat, empty spot such as a field or parking lot for some easy ride practice. In addition: 1. Keep toe straps loose when riding in unfamiliar or rough terrain where you may need to re
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4. Wheel, Crank, and Headset Bearings: Once a year you should have your dealer inspect, lubricate, and adjust your bike. If you ride many miles, or frequently ride in off road or muddy conditions, have your bike checked more often. Brakes The brakes on your new K2 Bike should have been completely adjusted by your dealer when new. Due to cable stretch and pad wear during use, the brakes should be adjusted periodically. Don’t wait until the hand levers bottom out on the handlebars. It is safest to
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General Bicycle Maintenance Schedule Required Inspection/Service Every Ride Weekly Monthly Yearly Check quick release/wheel attachment 4 Check tire inflation 4 Check wheel straightness 4 Check brake function 4 Check shifting system 4 Retighten all bolts 4 Clean bicycle frame/components 4 Check for loose spokes 4 Inspect and lubricate chain 4 Inspect and lubricate derailleurs 4 Check tires for wear 4 Inspect and lubricate hand brake levers 4 Inspect and lubricate brake pivots 4 Inspect and tighte
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K2 BIKE SPECIFIC INFORMATION SUSPENSION In this section you will learn how to set up properly your K2 Bike suspension. Our bicycles are designed to offer wide adjustability for many different riders. It may be necessary to purchase different springs in order to tune your K2 Bike. We offer a wide variety of coil springs for this purpose. TUNING This section provides guidelines for tuning your K2 Bike rear suspension and also briefly discusses Noleen front suspension set up. For a more In this sec
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K2 Bike 5500C, 4500C, 3000, 2000 Animal, Beast 4 Rear 5000, 4000 1000 Animal DH up to 140 400 200 550 130-170 500 250 600 160-200 550 300 650 190-230 600 350 700 over 230 650 400 750 Spring Type NB175 -x-x NB2-x-x NB175-x-x or NB2-x-x Spring rate has an effect on damping. The higher the spring rate, the more damping will be required to control the motion of the shock. This is why lighter riders feel their shocks may be overdamped while heavier riders may not perceive enough damping. Se
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Preload Preload is the amount of load placed on a spring to increase the spring rate in the initial part of the travel. All of our shocks feature adjustable preload. Preload is used to achieve the proper amount of suspension sag for your bike or fork. Remember: You must first start with the proper spring rate in order to get the correct amount of sag. Preload is governed by a few guidelines: 1. All springs should be preloaded at least 1-2mm in order to hold the spring in place firmly. Measurin
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Noleen shocks may only be serviced by Noleen or by an authorized Noleen Service Center. Service that is ! performed by anyone other than Noleen or an Authorized Service Center can damage the shock and result in failure during use and severe injury. Noleen shocks are pressurized with 200 psi of nitrogen. Attempting to disassemble a charged shock is ex- ! tremely dangerous and can result in serious injury. Smart Shock If your K2 Bike is equipped with an NR-5 Smart Shock, then read on. If you have
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3. Loosen and unscrew the main pivot bolt six or seven turns. Tap on the head of the bolt with a plastic hammer to push out the left hand pivot axle. 4. Remove the pivot axle bolt and thread it into the left hand pivot axle. Use the bolt to pull the axle out. 5. Gently tap the right-hand pivot axle out from the inside with a sockethead driver or small tap. 6. Remove the swingarm from the pivot, taking care not to lose the four quad rings. 7. Thoroughly clean all parts and inspect for wear or dam
