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READ THE MANUAL BEFORE TAKING YOUR FIRST RIDE ON YOUR NEW BICYCLE, AND KEEP THE MANUAL HANDY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. ® THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY, PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION.
READ THE MANUAL BEFORE TAKING YOUR FIRST RIDE ON YOUR NEW BICYCLE, AND KEEP THE MANUAL HANDY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. ® THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY, PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION.
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... complete or comprehensive manual of all aspects of the serial number) Serial number locaƟon (Opposite side of maintaining and repairing your bicycle. The following manual is only a guide to assist you choose to write or call us concerning missing parts, service questions, operating advice...locaƟon (Bike shown upside down) ©2010 3 SERVICE CALL TOLL FREE 1.800.626.2811 Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. The bicycle you have purchased is a complex object. Central Time 4902 Hammersley Road Madison, WI 53711 Customer Service 1-800-626-2811 P.O. We recommend that you...
... complete or comprehensive manual of all aspects of the serial number) Serial number locaƟon (Opposite side of maintaining and repairing your bicycle. The following manual is only a guide to assist you choose to write or call us concerning missing parts, service questions, operating advice...locaƟon (Bike shown upside down) ©2010 3 SERVICE CALL TOLL FREE 1.800.626.2811 Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. The bicycle you have purchased is a complex object. Central Time 4902 Hammersley Road Madison, WI 53711 Customer Service 1-800-626-2811 P.O. We recommend that you...
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... a hazardous activity even under the best of injury. Please make sure that your child always wears an approved bicycle helmet when riding. 4 ©2010 GENERAL WARNING Bicycling can result in good repair and safe operating condition; This manual contains many "Warnings" and "Cautions" concerning ...enjoyment from cars, obstacles, and other cyclists. Among these responsibilities are to make sure that the bicycle which your child is riding is properly fitted to understand your new bicycle. Many of the warnings and cautions say "you to the child; that your first ride on...
... a hazardous activity even under the best of injury. Please make sure that your child always wears an approved bicycle helmet when riding. 4 ©2010 GENERAL WARNING Bicycling can result in good repair and safe operating condition; This manual contains many "Warnings" and "Cautions" concerning ...enjoyment from cars, obstacles, and other cyclists. Among these responsibilities are to make sure that the bicycle which your child is riding is properly fitted to understand your new bicycle. Many of the warnings and cautions say "you to the child; that your first ride on...
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1 PARTS IDENTIFICATION 6-7 Single Speed Bicycle • Multi Speed Bicycle 2 BEFORE YOU RIDE ...8-24 Warning, Note to parents • Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security ...
1 PARTS IDENTIFICATION 6-7 Single Speed Bicycle • Multi Speed Bicycle 2 BEFORE YOU RIDE ...8-24 Warning, Note to parents • Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security ...
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... contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Seat Rear reflector Seat post binder bolt or quick-release skewer Seat stay Training wheel bracket Rear sprocket Spokes Handlebar grip ...
... contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Seat Rear reflector Seat post binder bolt or quick-release skewer Seat stay Training wheel bracket Rear sprocket Spokes Handlebar grip ...
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... greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Gear control cable Freewheel Wheel ...
... greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Gear control cable Freewheel Wheel ...
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... correct height for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that while riding you are able to safely mount and dismount the bicycle, and that some guidelines that riding is not comfortable with not being able to the separate adjustment areas of clearance. to - It is a ...range of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Make sure that will help you may put the rider in a position where their feet can operate the brakes, steering and pedal without any...
... correct height for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that while riding you are able to safely mount and dismount the bicycle, and that some guidelines that riding is not comfortable with not being able to the separate adjustment areas of clearance. to - It is a ...range of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Make sure that will help you may put the rider in a position where their feet can operate the brakes, steering and pedal without any...
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... frame beyond its lowest point, place the ball of the seat can cause you to tighten the saddle adjusting mechanism properly. posiƟon the bicycle with one pedal at boƩom to adjust the seat clamp.) (Fig. 2.3, 2.4) 2.3 2.4 ©2010 9 If the rider then places the heel of that ..., the position of your foot on how to lose control and fall . A loose saddle clamp or seat post binder can cause damage to the bicycle or can be altered in relation to the seat post. (Refer to p.30 on that the saddle adjusting mechanism is properly tightened. While sitting on...
... frame beyond its lowest point, place the ball of the seat can cause you to tighten the saddle adjusting mechanism properly. posiƟon the bicycle with one pedal at boƩom to adjust the seat clamp.) (Fig. 2.3, 2.4) 2.3 2.4 ©2010 9 If the rider then places the heel of that ..., the position of your foot on how to lose control and fall . A loose saddle clamp or seat post binder can cause damage to the bicycle or can be altered in relation to the seat post. (Refer to p.30 on that the saddle adjusting mechanism is properly tightened. While sitting on...
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... compromise steering action, which could cause you to lose control and fall. 2 1/2" (64mm) Failure to lose control and fall. Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to the height of the seat. If the stem is equal to twist the handlebar/stem assembly using a reasonable amount...
... compromise steering action, which could cause you to lose control and fall. 2 1/2" (64mm) Failure to lose control and fall. Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to the height of the seat. If the stem is equal to twist the handlebar/stem assembly using a reasonable amount...
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...; be wearing a helmet. Many states require specific safety devices. Reflectors are important safety devices which covers the forehead when riding a bicycle. Incorrect 2.7 ©2010 11 Make sure you ride and to be worn at all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself and... your states helmet laws. Federal regulations require every bicycle (over 16") to comply with all times when riding your children. When riding with the laws of your bicycle. These reflectors are designed to familiarize yourself with a child carrier...
...; be wearing a helmet. Many states require specific safety devices. Reflectors are important safety devices which covers the forehead when riding a bicycle. Incorrect 2.7 ©2010 11 Make sure you ride and to be worn at all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself and... your states helmet laws. Federal regulations require every bicycle (over 16") to comply with all times when riding your children. When riding with the laws of your bicycle. These reflectors are designed to familiarize yourself with a child carrier...
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...to cover knees and elbows, backs and shoulders and more. 2.8 Use of the bicycle. Avoid wearing all black, or dark clothes. If protective gear is always recommended for the weather keeping in a bicycles moving parts and cause an accident. Reflective clothing is worn, be sure that when.... (Fig. 2.8) Dress for cycling. Choosing to wear protective gear is the riders or parents responsibility and is a great way to ride a bicycle, the riders should be colder than just walking or standing. Any loose clothing parts or strings can be tied or tucked into a sock. A...
...to cover knees and elbows, backs and shoulders and more. 2.8 Use of the bicycle. Avoid wearing all black, or dark clothes. If protective gear is always recommended for the weather keeping in a bicycles moving parts and cause an accident. Reflective clothing is worn, be sure that when.... (Fig. 2.8) Dress for cycling. Choosing to wear protective gear is the riders or parents responsibility and is a great way to ride a bicycle, the riders should be colder than just walking or standing. Any loose clothing parts or strings can be tied or tucked into a sock. A...
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If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are properly positioned and tightened. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra .... • 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 quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position.
If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are properly positioned and tightened. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra .... • 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 quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position.
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These bicycles should not be mounted so that they are within 5 degrees of the bike, while the bike is found. ...reflector should aim forward (when viewed from above), and the rear reflector should be ridden on level ground). All other bicycles are considered "sidewalk bicycles", and may not be kept clean. 2.10 BEFORE YOU RIDE ©2010 15 Wheel reflectors should be checked to ...streets, at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of verƟcal Reflectors 16" and under bicycles are supplied with reflectors. +/- 5 degrees of wear or damage.
These bicycles should not be mounted so that they are within 5 degrees of the bike, while the bike is found. ...reflector should aim forward (when viewed from above), and the rear reflector should be ridden on level ground). All other bicycles are considered "sidewalk bicycles", and may not be kept clean. 2.10 BEFORE YOU RIDE ©2010 15 Wheel reflectors should be checked to ...streets, at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of verƟcal Reflectors 16" and under bicycles are supplied with reflectors. +/- 5 degrees of wear or damage.
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.... • Wear proper riding attire and avoid open toe shoes. • Don't carry packages or passengers that will interfere with all the bicycle's features. For further information, contact the Road Traffic Authority in a straight line. Avoid pot holes, gravel, wet road markings, oil, curbs..., speed bumps, drain grates and other obstacles. • Cross train tracks at a 90 degree angle or walk your bicycle across. • Expect the unexpected such as all other road vehicles, including giving way to indicate turning or stopping. • Ride defensively....
.... • Wear proper riding attire and avoid open toe shoes. • Don't carry packages or passengers that will interfere with all the bicycle's features. For further information, contact the Road Traffic Authority in a straight line. Avoid pot holes, gravel, wet road markings, oil, curbs..., speed bumps, drain grates and other obstacles. • Cross train tracks at a 90 degree angle or walk your bicycle across. • Expect the unexpected such as all other road vehicles, including giving way to indicate turning or stopping. • Ride defensively....
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... regarding night riding; Many areas require the use of lights for night riding in addition to a full set comprising of CPSC compatible reflectors. • Ensure bicycle is equipped with street lighting, if possible. ©2010 17 Slow down and use familiar roads with a full set of correctly positioned and clean reflectors...
... regarding night riding; Many areas require the use of lights for night riding in addition to a full set comprising of CPSC compatible reflectors. • Ensure bicycle is equipped with street lighting, if possible. ©2010 17 Slow down and use familiar roads with a full set of correctly positioned and clean reflectors...
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.... Do not ride on safety from an early age. BEFORE YOU RIDE Rules for traffic. If riding downhill, be made aware of small wheel diameter bicycles at night. 5. Obey all possible riding hazards and correct riding behavior before they take your hands off the handlebars, or your feet off the pedals...
.... Do not ride on safety from an early age. BEFORE YOU RIDE Rules for traffic. If riding downhill, be made aware of small wheel diameter bicycles at night. 5. Obey all possible riding hazards and correct riding behavior before they take your hands off the handlebars, or your feet off the pedals...
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...else, the rider needs to be careful to operate them at a controllable speed. The rider should also be careful as this will decelerate the bicycle quickly, it will also cause unnecessary wear on the tire, and terrain, and can cause a loss of steering control. It is also ...rear brake simultaneously, and avoid locking up " (stop . Some models may have control over how quickly the bicycle comes to the rear wheel. See hand operated brakes (p. 20) for bicycles; Foot Operated Brakes Foot operated brakes allow extra stopping distance, and slow down before turning. Foot operated and ...
...else, the rider needs to be careful to operate them at a controllable speed. The rider should also be careful as this will decelerate the bicycle quickly, it will also cause unnecessary wear on the tire, and terrain, and can cause a loss of steering control. It is also ...rear brake simultaneously, and avoid locking up " (stop . Some models may have control over how quickly the bicycle comes to the rear wheel. See hand operated brakes (p. 20) for bicycles; Foot Operated Brakes Foot operated brakes allow extra stopping distance, and slow down before turning. Foot operated and ...
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...the front and rear brakes simultaneously, while shifting your body weight back slightly to stop turning resulting in a front pitch over or cause the bicycle to lose steering function leading to front brakes locking up; Remember that as you apply the brakes your style, comfort, and riding conditions, however..., be careful to pay close attention to a crash. As terrain changes, the rider must practice and learn how each bicycle will react differently if it is wet, or if there is applied too quickly or too hard, the front wheel can stop . The same...
...the front and rear brakes simultaneously, while shifting your body weight back slightly to stop turning resulting in a front pitch over or cause the bicycle to lose steering function leading to front brakes locking up; Remember that as you apply the brakes your style, comfort, and riding conditions, however..., be careful to pay close attention to a crash. As terrain changes, the rider must practice and learn how each bicycle will react differently if it is wet, or if there is applied too quickly or too hard, the front wheel can stop . The same...
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... of control or a crash. The shifter will either "low to "high" or a series of clothing being caught in loss of the bicycle. This is recommended to start off in this is one where the gears are not needed , or comfortable. See Assembly and Maintenance for ...easier pedaling. GEAR OPERATION Multi speed bicycles can have internal or derailleur gear systems. 1 2 WARNING: Improper shifting can cause premature wear to the drivetrain. avoid "Cross Chaining", which ...
... of control or a crash. The shifter will either "low to "high" or a series of clothing being caught in loss of the bicycle. This is recommended to start off in this is one where the gears are not needed , or comfortable. See Assembly and Maintenance for ...easier pedaling. GEAR OPERATION Multi speed bicycles can have internal or derailleur gear systems. 1 2 WARNING: Improper shifting can cause premature wear to the drivetrain. avoid "Cross Chaining", which ...
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...Rear de railleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal 2.15 External Gears (derailleur equipped bicycles) Derailleur equipped bicycles all have a front derailleur offering more gear choices. When shifting gears, make sure you pedal forward until the gear ... to start to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on derailleur bikes because the chain can be avoided on any bicycle with derailleurs. This is the lowest gear. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2....
...Rear de railleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal 2.15 External Gears (derailleur equipped bicycles) Derailleur equipped bicycles all have a front derailleur offering more gear choices. When shifting gears, make sure you pedal forward until the gear ... to start to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on derailleur bikes because the chain can be avoided on any bicycle with derailleurs. This is the lowest gear. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2....