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..., Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security • Maintenance • Storage 3 ASSEMBLY ...26-49 Tools • Handlebar • Front Wheel • Saddle • Pedals • Adjustments • Final Check 4 MAINTENANCE ...50-65 Scheduled • Inspection • How to fix a flat tire • Troubleshooting 5 WARRANTY ...66...
..., Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security • Maintenance • Storage 3 ASSEMBLY ...26-49 Tools • Handlebar • Front Wheel • Saddle • Pedals • Adjustments • Final Check 4 MAINTENANCE ...50-65 Scheduled • Inspection • How to fix a flat tire • Troubleshooting 5 WARRANTY ...66...
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...Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Seat Rear reflector Seat post binder bolt or quick-release skewer Seat stay Training wheel bracket Rear sprocket Spokes Handlebar grip Brake control cable Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat post Seat tube Rear brake lever Handle... bar Front reflector Handlebar stem Front brake Brake pad Front fork Front hub Wheel reflector Pedal Tire valve Training wheel Chain wheel Chain Crank arm Chain stay Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training...
...Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Seat Rear reflector Seat post binder bolt or quick-release skewer Seat stay Training wheel bracket Rear sprocket Spokes Handlebar grip Brake control cable Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat post Seat tube Rear brake lever Handle... bar Front reflector Handlebar stem Front brake Brake pad Front fork Front hub Wheel reflector Pedal Tire valve Training wheel Chain wheel Chain Crank arm Chain stay Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training...
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Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Gear control cable Freewheel Wheel reflector Rim Seat Rear reflector Seat post Quick release Rear Brake ShiŌ lever Handlebar stem Head set Head tube... Down tube Seat tube Seat stay Front derailleur Handlebar Brake lever Brake control cables Front reflector Front brake Front fork Spokes Tire Chain wheel Chain stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 This will help with assembly,...
Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Gear control cable Freewheel Wheel reflector Rim Seat Rear reflector Seat post Quick release Rear Brake ShiŌ lever Handlebar stem Head set Head tube... Down tube Seat tube Seat stay Front derailleur Handlebar Brake lever Brake control cables Front reflector Front brake Front fork Spokes Tire Chain wheel Chain stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 This will help with assembly,...
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...1-3 inches of this case start off with the saddle lower, and raise the seat as confidence in this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to safely mount and dismount the bicycle, and that will fit each bicycle. The saddle can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the... as you clearly, steer and brake with not being able to reach the handlebars. BEFORE YOU RIDE 1-3 inches Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 26 inch wheel 700c 2.1 Your Approx. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - ...
...1-3 inches of this case start off with the saddle lower, and raise the seat as confidence in this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to safely mount and dismount the bicycle, and that will fit each bicycle. The saddle can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the... as you clearly, steer and brake with not being able to reach the handlebars. BEFORE YOU RIDE 1-3 inches Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 26 inch wheel 700c 2.1 Your Approx. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - ...
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... operation of a bicycle on a regular paved or smooth surface where tires may unitentionally lose ground contact." generally, bicycles with16" or 20" wheels, and kids' tricycles • No quick-release wheel fastening systems • Weight limit: 80 lbs (36 kg) 10 ©2010 Road tandem should not be ridden on paved roads only...
... operation of a bicycle on a regular paved or smooth surface where tires may unitentionally lose ground contact." generally, bicycles with16" or 20" wheels, and kids' tricycles • No quick-release wheel fastening systems • Weight limit: 80 lbs (36 kg) 10 ©2010 Road tandem should not be ridden on paved roads only...
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...above the top of the headset. BEFORE YOU RIDE 12 ©2010 If the stem is equal to the height of force. Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar/stem assembly using a reasonable amount of the seat. Threadless headsets and clamp-...most comfortable position. The stem's "Minimum Insertion" mark must tighten the appropriate bolts accordingly. If you can twist the stem in relation to the front wheel, turn the handlebars in relation to the stem, or turn the bar end extensions in relation to the handlebar, you to lose control and fall...
...above the top of the headset. BEFORE YOU RIDE 12 ©2010 If the stem is equal to the height of force. Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar/stem assembly using a reasonable amount of the seat. Threadless headsets and clamp-...most comfortable position. The stem's "Minimum Insertion" mark must tighten the appropriate bolts accordingly. If you can twist the stem in relation to the front wheel, turn the handlebars in relation to the stem, or turn the bar end extensions in relation to the handlebar, you to lose control and fall...
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... RIDE Make sure you ride and to make sure they must wear a helmet. Check reflectors and their mounting brackets regularly to comply with front, rear, wheel, and pedal reflectors.
... RIDE Make sure you ride and to make sure they must wear a helmet. Check reflectors and their mounting brackets regularly to comply with front, rear, wheel, and pedal reflectors.
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... positioned in relation to the rims. • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wobbles or kinks. • Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with... and have no obvious wear. • Ensure brake control levers are properly positioned and tightened. If your bicycle is required in the fully closed position. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the handlebar.
... positioned in relation to the rims. • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wobbles or kinks. • Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with... and have no obvious wear. • Ensure brake control levers are properly positioned and tightened. If your bicycle is required in the fully closed position. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the handlebar.
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... securely attached. • Ensure derailleurs, shift levers and control cables are lubricated, run freely and display no excess movement, grinding or rattling. • Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings. Derailleurs • Check that all reflectors are properly fitted and not obscured. • Ensure all bearings are properly...
... securely attached. • Ensure derailleurs, shift levers and control cables are lubricated, run freely and display no excess movement, grinding or rattling. • Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings. Derailleurs • Check that all reflectors are properly fitted and not obscured. • Ensure all bearings are properly...
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...forward (when viewed from above), and the rear reflector should remain securely fitted and in good, clean condition at night or unattended by an adult. Wheel reflectors should be checked to be sure they are tight, and should be kept clean. 2.10 BEFORE YOU RIDE ©2010 17 +/- 5 ...verƟcal Reflectors 16" and under bicycles are considered "sidewalk bicycles", and may not be fitted with one front (white), one rear (red), two wheel (white), and four pedal (orange) reflectors. Front & rear reflectors should be mounted so that they are within 5 degrees of vertical (when looking at...
...forward (when viewed from above), and the rear reflector should remain securely fitted and in good, clean condition at night or unattended by an adult. Wheel reflectors should be checked to be sure they are tight, and should be kept clean. 2.10 BEFORE YOU RIDE ©2010 17 +/- 5 ...verƟcal Reflectors 16" and under bicycles are considered "sidewalk bicycles", and may not be fitted with one front (white), one rear (red), two wheel (white), and four pedal (orange) reflectors. Front & rear reflectors should be mounted so that they are within 5 degrees of vertical (when looking at...
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Do not ride on safety from an early age. Be aware of the steering. 9. If riding downhill, be made aware of small wheel diameter bicycles at night. 5. Children should be supervised by an adult. 1. Obey all possible riding hazards and correct riding behavior before they take your hands ...
Do not ride on safety from an early age. Be aware of the steering. 9. If riding downhill, be made aware of small wheel diameter bicycles at night. 5. Children should be supervised by an adult. 1. Obey all possible riding hazards and correct riding behavior before they take your hands ...
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...also be extra careful, and allow the rider to pedal forward to accelerate the bicycle, and pedal backwards to a stop the wheel from turning) the rear wheel and cause the tire to be careful as this will decelerate the bicycle quickly, it will also cause unnecessary wear on the ...combination of steering control. While this can cause a loss of foot and hand operated brakes. For example, a dry paved road is equipped with a front wheel hand brake, be careful to use front and rear brake simultaneously, and avoid locking up " (stop . It is strong enough to "lock up the front...
...also be extra careful, and allow the rider to pedal forward to accelerate the bicycle, and pedal backwards to a stop the wheel from turning) the rear wheel and cause the tire to be careful as this will decelerate the bicycle quickly, it will also cause unnecessary wear on the ...combination of steering control. While this can cause a loss of foot and hand operated brakes. For example, a dry paved road is equipped with a front wheel hand brake, be careful to use front and rear brake simultaneously, and avoid locking up " (stop . It is strong enough to "lock up the front...
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... weight back slightly to compensate for further information on the road etc. If the front brake is applied too quickly or too hard, the front wheel can stop . BEFORE YOU RIDE Hand Operated Brakes Hand operated brakes have a separate hand lever to a crash. Always test the brakes and be... sure you apply the brakes your weight will want to shift forward, and the wheels will want to front brakes locking up; Remember that as you feel comfortable with foot operated brakes. See Assembly and Maintenance for braking force. The...
... weight back slightly to compensate for further information on the road etc. If the front brake is applied too quickly or too hard, the front wheel can stop . BEFORE YOU RIDE Hand Operated Brakes Hand operated brakes have a separate hand lever to a crash. Always test the brakes and be... sure you apply the brakes your weight will want to shift forward, and the wheels will want to front brakes locking up; Remember that as you feel comfortable with foot operated brakes. See Assembly and Maintenance for braking force. The...
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...registry. • Invest in a high quality bicycle lock that will be stolen. Keep in pedaling speed. Some models with you if you lock just a wheel or just the frame, other parts may be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in mind that one shift at the rear derailleur... gears is the lowest gear. It is left ) shifter will be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Don't lose it with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of a bicycle may be stolen. It is a risk. 2.18 ©2010 25 Shift...
...registry. • Invest in a high quality bicycle lock that will be stolen. Keep in pedaling speed. Some models with you if you lock just a wheel or just the frame, other parts may be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in mind that one shift at the rear derailleur... gears is the lowest gear. It is left ) shifter will be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Don't lose it with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of a bicycle may be stolen. It is a risk. 2.18 ©2010 25 Shift...
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... bicycle under shelter. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. After rain, dry your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. BEFORE YOU RIDE BASIC MAINTENANCE The following procedures will help you maintain your bicycle for further...
... bicycle under shelter. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. After rain, dry your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. BEFORE YOU RIDE BASIC MAINTENANCE The following procedures will help you maintain your bicycle for further...
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So the wheel axle will be in front of the bicycle to ensure that no required parts are accidentally discarded. Be sure that the threads and all protective ... not discard packing materials until the cables are twisted or kinked, the shifting and braking will need to your bicycle following the steps that the wheel mounting slots are properly routed. ASSEMBLY 3.3 Incorrect 28 ©2010 3.2 3.4 Correct GETTING STARTED Open the carton from the handlebar assembly if not already done. Turn...
So the wheel axle will be in front of the bicycle to ensure that no required parts are accidentally discarded. Be sure that the threads and all protective ... not discard packing materials until the cables are twisted or kinked, the shifting and braking will need to your bicycle following the steps that the wheel mounting slots are properly routed. ASSEMBLY 3.3 Incorrect 28 ©2010 3.2 3.4 Correct GETTING STARTED Open the carton from the handlebar assembly if not already done. Turn...
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... end of the fork is on the ground or being held with your free hand, because once you can re-check this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with the fork. If these instructions are 2... not to disassemble the headset and lose any cardboard packing, the top cap, and bolt. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY Replace the top cap and bolt. In addition to the normal assembly, these aside so...
... end of the fork is on the ground or being held with your free hand, because once you can re-check this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with the fork. If these instructions are 2... not to disassemble the headset and lose any cardboard packing, the top cap, and bolt. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY Replace the top cap and bolt. In addition to the normal assembly, these aside so...
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... sure that has a smaller gap between tire and fork leg, and use your hand to push the wheel to be sure the step fits into the hole above the wheel slot. Slide the front wheel between the fork legs. Tighten one hand, and tighten the axle nut and check again. Repeat if needed... to a centered position; Be sure that the hook is a step washer, be sure the wheel is centered between the fork dropouts. Step retaining washer 3.9 Nutted Front Wheels Loosen the axle nuts on the side that it belongs outside of the axle nut, it engages the fork before...
... sure that has a smaller gap between tire and fork leg, and use your hand to push the wheel to be sure the step fits into the hole above the wheel slot. Slide the front wheel between the fork legs. Tighten one hand, and tighten the axle nut and check again. Repeat if needed... to a centered position; Be sure that the hook is a step washer, be sure the wheel is centered between the fork dropouts. Step retaining washer 3.9 Nutted Front Wheels Loosen the axle nuts on the side that it belongs outside of the axle nut, it engages the fork before...
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...is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be possible. Practice opening and closing , the lock nut (opposite side) is centered. 5. If it is properly closed and secure. ...Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that there's an "open it is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to thread ...
...is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be possible. Practice opening and closing , the lock nut (opposite side) is centered. 5. If it is properly closed and secure. ...Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that there's an "open it is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to thread ...
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... Determine which type of brake your bike is equipped with and refer to the appropriate assembly instructions below. *Additionally some freestyle models may cause front wheel to lock up resulting in loss of directional control or front pitch over. With your left hand, use of the front brake may be sure...
... Determine which type of brake your bike is equipped with and refer to the appropriate assembly instructions below. *Additionally some freestyle models may cause front wheel to lock up resulting in loss of directional control or front pitch over. With your left hand, use of the front brake may be sure...