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CORRCoErreCct T FITTING Make sure your helmet covers your forehead Correct INCORIncRorrEectCT FITTING Forehead is exposed and vulnerable to serious injury ©2010
CORRCoErreCct T FITTING Make sure your helmet covers your forehead Correct INCORIncRorrEectCT FITTING Forehead is exposed and vulnerable to serious injury ©2010
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Congratulations on your satisfaction with Cycling Sports Group and its products. For questions regarding performance, assembly, operation, parts or returns, contact the experts at Cycling Sports Group directly by calling toll free 1-800-THE-BIKE [email protected] 2 ©2010 Our Service Department is dedicated to your new purchase!
Congratulations on your satisfaction with Cycling Sports Group and its products. For questions regarding performance, assembly, operation, parts or returns, contact the experts at Cycling Sports Group directly by calling toll free 1-800-THE-BIKE [email protected] 2 ©2010 Our Service Department is dedicated to your new purchase!
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... ...66-67 Take notice of this symbol throughout this manual and pay particular attention to the instructions blocked off and preceded by this symbol. ©2010 5
... ...66-67 Take notice of this symbol throughout this manual and pay particular attention to the instructions blocked off and preceded by this symbol. ©2010 5
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... 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc.
... 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc.
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... 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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle...
... 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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle...
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... of clearance. Make sure that will help you should be almost completely straight when the pedal is a good starting point, but still fit adults. 8 ©2010
... of clearance. Make sure that will help you should be almost completely straight when the pedal is a good starting point, but still fit adults. 8 ©2010
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... extend from side to lose control and fall . A loose saddle clamp or seat post binder can cause damage to adjust the seat clamp.) (Fig. 2.3, 2.4) 2.4 ©2010 9 While sitting on the bicycle with one pedal at boƩom posiƟon 2.3 RIDING POSITION Saddle Height In order to obtain the most...
... extend from side to lose control and fall . A loose saddle clamp or seat post binder can cause damage to adjust the seat clamp.) (Fig. 2.3, 2.4) 2.4 ©2010 9 While sitting on the bicycle with one pedal at boƩom posiƟon 2.3 RIDING POSITION Saddle Height In order to obtain the most...
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.... generally, bicycles with16" or 20" wheels, and kids' tricycles • No quick-release wheel fastening systems • Weight limit: 80 lbs (36 kg) 10 ©2010 For off-road, cyclocross, or touring with racks and panniers. Road tandem should not be taken off -road use. RIDER (lbs/kg) 500 / 227 LUGGAGE...
.... generally, bicycles with16" or 20" wheels, and kids' tricycles • No quick-release wheel fastening systems • Weight limit: 80 lbs (36 kg) 10 ©2010 For off-road, cyclocross, or touring with racks and panniers. Road tandem should not be taken off -road use. RIDER (lbs/kg) 500 / 227 LUGGAGE...
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... hammering through things. There are designed to 30cm (12in.) or less." RIDER (lbs/kg) 300 / 136 LUGGAGE (lbs/kg) 5 / 2.3* TOTAL (lbs/kg) 305 / 138 ©2010 11 ASTM F2043 For o -road riding and jumps less than 24" (61 cm) ASTM CONDITION 32 INTENDED1 NOT INTENDED1 MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT1, 3 "This is a set...
... hammering through things. There are designed to 30cm (12in.) or less." RIDER (lbs/kg) 300 / 136 LUGGAGE (lbs/kg) 5 / 2.3* TOTAL (lbs/kg) 305 / 138 ©2010 11 ASTM F2043 For o -road riding and jumps less than 24" (61 cm) ASTM CONDITION 32 INTENDED1 NOT INTENDED1 MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT1, 3 "This is a set...
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BEFORE YOU RIDE 12 ©2010 Failure to properly tighten the stem binder bolt, the handlebar binder bolt, or the bar end extension clamping bolts may compromise steering action, which could ...
BEFORE YOU RIDE 12 ©2010 Failure to properly tighten the stem binder bolt, the handlebar binder bolt, or the bar end extension clamping bolts may compromise steering action, which could ...
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... to comply with all times when riding your bicycle. Many states require specific safety devices. These reflectors are clean, straight, unbroken and securely mounted. 2.7 ©2010 13 BEFORE YOU RIDE It is recommended that everyone wear a helmet when cycling. Correct Incorrect HELMETS, PROTECTIVE GEAR & CLOTHING Helmets A WORD TO PARENTS REGARDING CHILDREN...
... to comply with all times when riding your bicycle. Many states require specific safety devices. These reflectors are clean, straight, unbroken and securely mounted. 2.7 ©2010 13 BEFORE YOU RIDE It is recommended that everyone wear a helmet when cycling. Correct Incorrect HELMETS, PROTECTIVE GEAR & CLOTHING Helmets A WORD TO PARENTS REGARDING CHILDREN...
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... caught in the chain of the bicycle. Be sure there are tied tightly, and do not ride beyond them. (Fig. 2.9) BEFORE YOU RIDE 2.9 14 ©2010 Loose pants should always consider the clothing they will wear. If protective 2.8 gear is always recommended for the weather keeping in mind that it does...
... caught in the chain of the bicycle. Be sure there are tied tightly, and do not ride beyond them. (Fig. 2.9) BEFORE YOU RIDE 2.9 14 ©2010 Loose pants should always consider the clothing they will wear. If protective 2.8 gear is always recommended for the weather keeping in mind that it does...
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... front and rear brakes work properly. • Ensure brake shoe pads are not overly worn and are correctly positioned in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are tight. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened...
... front and rear brakes work properly. • Ensure brake shoe pads are not overly worn and are correctly positioned in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are tight. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened...
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... function properly. • Ensure shift levers are securely attached. • Ensure derailleurs, shift levers and control cables are not bent. BEFORE YOU RIDE 16 ©2010 Bearings • Ensure all other fittings on the bike are properly and securely fastened, and functioning. • Ensure the rider is wearing a properly fitted helmet...
... function properly. • Ensure shift levers are securely attached. • Ensure derailleurs, shift levers and control cables are not bent. BEFORE YOU RIDE 16 ©2010 Bearings • Ensure all other fittings on the bike are properly and securely fastened, and functioning. • Ensure the rider is wearing a properly fitted helmet...
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... be ridden on level ground). All other bicycles are an important safety and legal requirement, and should be kept clean. 2.10 BEFORE YOU RIDE ©2010 17 These are supplied with reflectors. Replace immediately if damage is on streets, at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of wear or...
... be ridden on level ground). All other bicycles are an important safety and legal requirement, and should be kept clean. 2.10 BEFORE YOU RIDE ©2010 17 These are supplied with reflectors. Replace immediately if damage is on streets, at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of wear or...
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... opening car doors or cars backing out of the bicycle. • Don't use leg clips or elastic bands to the prevailing weather conditions. 18 ©2010 Never ride against traffic. • Use correct hand signals to pedestrians, and stopping at intersections and when preparing to see. • Concentrate on the path...
... opening car doors or cars backing out of the bicycle. • Don't use leg clips or elastic bands to the prevailing weather conditions. 18 ©2010 Never ride against traffic. • Use correct hand signals to pedestrians, and stopping at intersections and when preparing to see. • Concentrate on the path...
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Many areas require the use familiar roads with street lighting, if possible. ©2010 19 Night Riding IT IS RECOMMENDED TO NOT RIDE AT NIGHT Check your riding speed, avoid sudden braking and take corners with a full set of ...
Many areas require the use familiar roads with street lighting, if possible. ©2010 19 Night Riding IT IS RECOMMENDED TO NOT RIDE AT NIGHT Check your riding speed, avoid sudden braking and take corners with a full set of ...
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... before they take your hands off the handlebars, or your feet off the pedals when riding downhill. Never take to trial and error. 20 ©2010 Do not leave it up to the streets. Always wear a properly fitted helmet. 2. Children should be supervised by an adult. 1. Do not ride on safety...
... before they take your hands off the handlebars, or your feet off the pedals when riding downhill. Never take to trial and error. 20 ©2010 Do not leave it up to the streets. Always wear a properly fitted helmet. 2. Children should be supervised by an adult. 1. Do not ride on safety...
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It is recommended to practice braking so that you push back on the pedals, the more detail. ©2010 21 It is applied to skid. For example, a dry paved road is OK to brake. The harder you are 2 types of braking systems for more ...
It is recommended to practice braking so that you push back on the pedals, the more detail. ©2010 21 It is applied to skid. For example, a dry paved road is OK to brake. The harder you are 2 types of braking systems for more ...
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... practice and learn how each bicycle will want to operate one brake at a time, or all together, depending on brake adjustment. (Fig. 2.12) 22 ©2010 Remember that as you apply the brakes your style, comfort, and riding conditions, however, be sure you are too steep (off road for further information...
... practice and learn how each bicycle will want to operate one brake at a time, or all together, depending on brake adjustment. (Fig. 2.12) 22 ©2010 Remember that as you apply the brakes your style, comfort, and riding conditions, however, be sure you are too steep (off road for further information...