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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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Personal Care Personal Care from Pacific Cycle 1.800.626.2811 Congratulations on your new bike! Congratulations on your new bike! Our Service Department is dedicated to your satisfaction with Pacific Cycle. We want to help with any questions or comments you may have. You can also reach us by email at: service@pacific-cycle.com. DO NOT Return this Product to the Store. STOP Please Call Pacific Cycle for Assistance.
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RIDING SAFELY General Rules When riding obey the same road laws as all other road vehicles, including giving way to pedestrians, and stopping at red lights and stop signs. For further information, contact the Road Traffic Authority in your State. Ride predictably and in a straight line. Never ride against traffic. Use correct hand signals to indicate turning or stopping. Ride defensively. To other road users, you may be hard to see. Concentrate on the path ahead. Avoid pot holes, gravel, wet
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Wet Weather DO NOT RIDE IN WET WEATHER - In wet weather you need to take extra care. - Brake earlier, you will take a longer distance to stop. - Decrease your riding speed, avoid sudden braking, and take corners with additional caution. - Be more visible on the road. - Wear reflective clothing and use safety lights. - Pot holes and slippery surfaces such as line markings and train tracks all become more hazardous when wet. Night Riding Do not ride at night - Ensure bicycle is equipped with a f
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Hill Technique - Gear down before a climb and continue gearing down as required to maintain pedaling speed. - If you reach the lowest gear and are struggling, stand up on your pedals. You will then obtain more power from each pedal revolution. - On the descent, use the high gears to avoid rapid pedaling. - Do not exceed a comfortable speed, maintain control and take additional care. Cornering Technique Brake slightly before cornering and prepare to lean your body into the corner. Maintain the
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Drivetrain Derailleur Control GEARS - HOW TO OPERATE Cable Freewheel Front Derailleur Derailleur Gears Cogs Most multi-speed bicycles today are equipped with what are known as derailleur gears. They operate using a system of levers and mechanisms to move the drive chain between different sized driving gears or cogs. The purpose of gears is to let you maintain a constant, steady pedaling pace under varying conditions. This means your riding will be less tiring without unnecessary straining up
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1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 1 2 1 3 2 For optimal performance, For optimal performance, High Middle Low High Low NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED Recommended Chainwheel/Rear Sprocket Gear Combinations Hand Grip Shifters Front Low Gear Rear Low Gear Some bicycles are now being equipped with a shifting mechanism called Grip Shift, which is built into the handlebar grips and does not make use of separate levers. The actuating mechanism is built into the inside part of the grip that the web of the thumb
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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 concerning m
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Thank You for purchasing your bicycle. Please take a moment to fill out this reply card, and mail it back to us. We value your business and appreciate your feedback. Name: ______________________________________________ Birthdate: ____________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ E-mail Address: ____________________________Phone Number: ________________________ Bicycle
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Cut along dotted line before mailing PLACE STAMP HERE BICYCLE REGISTRATION 4902 HAMMERSLEY ROAD MADISON, WI 53711 Cut along dotted line before mailing
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PART 1 Parts Identification................................................01-05 PART 2 Before You Ride ....................................................06-21 Assembly ..............................................................22-54 PART 3 PART 4 Servicing................................................................55-57 Detailed Maintenance ............................................58-90 PART 5 PART 6 How Things Work................................................91-103 ? PART 7 Purc
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1. PARTS IDENTIFICATION 2-5 Derailleur Geared Bicycle 22-42 Tire Pressures5 9 -Freewheel 81-82 Mountain Bicycles 2 Handlebars 22-24 Hub Bearing Adjustment 60 -Inspection8 1 BMX Bicycles 3 Forks 25 Flat Tire Repair 60-61 -Lubrication8 2 Seat and Seat Post 26 Handlebar Stem 62-63 Tools Required4 Pedals & Crank Set 27 Handlebars 63 -Coaster Hub 82 Front Wheel 28 2. BEFORE YOU RIDE 6-21 Quick Release Axle 28-29 Grip Shift Installation64 Derailleur Systems 83-85 Correct Frame Size 6 -Inspection8 3 Ri
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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 much sturdier than those on racing style bicycles. Shift Lever Handlebar Top Tube Brake Lever Seat Brake Control Cables Seat Post Handlebar Stem Front Reflector Quic
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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. Brake Lever Handlebar Seat Handlebar Grip Brake Control Cable Seat Post Handlebar Stem Seat Post Binder Bolt Head Set Reflector Seat Stay Head Tube Front Brake Rear Reflector Top Tube Brake Pad Wheel Reflector Front Fork Wheel Reflector Front Hub Spokes Seat Tube Down Tube Chain Wheel Crank Arm Pedal Rim Chain T
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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 re-assembled and ready to ride OR in the shipping carton in the partially disassembled form. The following instructions will enable you to prepare your bicycle for years of enjoyable 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 quest
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL This manual was written to help you get the most performance, comfort, enjoyment and safety when riding your new bicycle. It is important for you to understand your new bike. By reading this manual before you go out on your first ride, you’ll know how to get the most 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 hazardou
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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 a clearance of between 25mm and 50mm between the groin area of the intended rider and the top tube of the bicycle frame, while
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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 allow the
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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 and are outside the scope of this manual. Please consult a qualified bicycle technician for details and instruc- tions on how to adjust and maintain
