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For questions regarding performance, assembly, operation, parts or returns, contact the experts at Pacific Cycle directly by calling toll free 1-800-626-2811 8:00am - 5:00pm Central Time Monday thru Friday or by email [email protected] Personal Care from 2 ©2010 Congratulations on your satisfaction with Pacific Cycle and its products. Our Service Department is dedicated to your new purchase!
For questions regarding performance, assembly, operation, parts or returns, contact the experts at Pacific Cycle directly by calling toll free 1-800-626-2811 8:00am - 5:00pm Central Time Monday thru Friday or by email [email protected] Personal Care from 2 ©2010 Congratulations on your satisfaction with Pacific Cycle and its products. Our Service Department is dedicated to your new purchase!
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... 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. Radio Tower Lane Olney, IL 62450 www.pacific-cycle.com Service sƟcker locaƟon (Opposite side of maintaining... bicycle. The following manual is only a guide to assist you choose to write or call us concerning missing parts, service questions, operating advice, and/or assembly questions.
... 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. Radio Tower Lane Olney, IL 62450 www.pacific-cycle.com Service sƟcker locaƟon (Opposite side of maintaining... bicycle. The following manual is only a guide to assist you choose to write or call us concerning missing parts, service questions, operating advice, and/or assembly questions.
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... Warning, Note to parents • Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security • Maintenance • Storage 3 ASSEMBLY ...25-47 Tools • Handlebar • Front Wheel • Saddle • Pedals • Adjustments • Final Check 4 MAINTENANCE ...48-63 Scheduled • Inspection • How...
... Warning, Note to parents • Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security • Maintenance • Storage 3 ASSEMBLY ...25-47 Tools • Handlebar • Front Wheel • Saddle • Pedals • Adjustments • Final Check 4 MAINTENANCE ...48-63 Scheduled • Inspection • How...
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as ...
PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as ...
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... arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
... arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
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... is equal to the height of the seat. Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar/stem assembly using a reasonable amount of the headset. If you can twist the stem in relation to the front wheel, turn the handlebars in relation to the..., the stem may break or damage Exceeds the fork's steer tube, which could cause you to lose control and fall . Please refer Maximum height/ to assembly-adjustments (p. 27) for instructions on stems are not adjustable.
... is equal to the height of the seat. Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar/stem assembly using a reasonable amount of the headset. If you can twist the stem in relation to the front wheel, turn the handlebars in relation to the..., the stem may break or damage Exceeds the fork's steer tube, which could cause you to lose control and fall . Please refer Maximum height/ to assembly-adjustments (p. 27) for instructions on stems are not adjustable.
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... function leading to operate front and rear brakes. Always test the brakes and be used alone or on the left side of the handlebar. See Assembly and Maintenance for further information on the right side of the handlebar, and rear hand brake levers are unsure, 2.12 dismount the bicycle and walk...
... function leading to operate front and rear brakes. Always test the brakes and be used alone or on the left side of the handlebar. See Assembly and Maintenance for further information on the right side of the handlebar, and rear hand brake levers are unsure, 2.12 dismount the bicycle and walk...
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... speed increases as needed . (Fig. 2.13) Internal Gears (no effect on the pedals. Low or "1" is fully engaged in that gear before pedaling hard. See Assembly and Maintenance for further information on the pedals or under load. Avoid shifting while standing up . avoid "Cross Chaining", which is the position when the...
... speed increases as needed . (Fig. 2.13) Internal Gears (no effect on the pedals. Low or "1" is fully engaged in that gear before pedaling hard. See Assembly and Maintenance for further information on the pedals or under load. Avoid shifting while standing up . avoid "Cross Chaining", which is the position when the...
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... all have a front derailleur offering more gear choices. On derailleur equipped bicycles, it is used for further information on the pedals during the shift. See Assembly and Maintenance for slower riding, hill climbing, or to become unstable. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. Low or "1" is...
... all have a front derailleur offering more gear choices. On derailleur equipped bicycles, it is used for further information on the pedals during the shift. See Assembly and Maintenance for slower riding, hill climbing, or to become unstable. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. Low or "1" is...
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...& TECHNICAL SUPPORT CALL TOLL FREE 1.800.626.2811 Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. The following instructions will enable you review the complete assembly instructions and perform checks specified in the partially disassembled form. Central Time Tools Required: • Phillips head screw driver • 4mm...the relevant sections in the factory and then partially disassembled for years of your bicycle for shipping. ASSEMBLY TOOLS FOR ASSEMBLY Your new bicycle was obtained assembled, we strongly recommend that you consult a bicycle specialist if you need replacement parts or have ...
...& TECHNICAL SUPPORT CALL TOLL FREE 1.800.626.2811 Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. The following instructions will enable you review the complete assembly instructions and perform checks specified in the partially disassembled form. Central Time Tools Required: • Phillips head screw driver • 4mm...the relevant sections in the factory and then partially disassembled for years of your bicycle for shipping. ASSEMBLY TOOLS FOR ASSEMBLY Your new bicycle was obtained assembled, we strongly recommend that you consult a bicycle specialist if you need replacement parts or have ...
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... the shifting and braking will not work. So the wheel axle will need to the desired angle. To adjust; Position the handlebar assembly as if you will be in the parts package be lubricated prior to be sure that no required parts are properly tightened, and ... cables and shift cables are taking the smoothest route. (Fig. 3.5) 3.5 Remove the straps and protective wrapping from the top and remove the bicycle. ASSEMBLY 3.3 Incorrect 26 ©2010 3.2 3.4 Correct GETTING STARTED Open the carton from the bicycle. Note that "forward" means that the gap between the ...
... the shifting and braking will not work. So the wheel axle will need to the desired angle. To adjust; Position the handlebar assembly as if you will be in the parts package be lubricated prior to be sure that no required parts are properly tightened, and ... cables and shift cables are taking the smoothest route. (Fig. 3.5) 3.5 Remove the straps and protective wrapping from the top and remove the bicycle. ASSEMBLY 3.3 Incorrect 26 ©2010 3.2 3.4 Correct GETTING STARTED Open the carton from the bicycle. Note that "forward" means that the gap between the ...
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... wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it is in front of the fork steer and remove any parts. While holding the fork assembly in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may be equipped with a stem that goes outside of the stem that...the stem bolt. ©2010 27 Check steering tightness prior to do this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. Quill Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. If needed , you ...
... wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it is in front of the fork steer and remove any parts. While holding the fork assembly in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may be equipped with a stem that goes outside of the stem that...the stem bolt. ©2010 27 Check steering tightness prior to do this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. Quill Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. If needed , you ...
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... or a step, be sure the step fits into the hole above the wheel slot. Be sure that the hook is centered and securely tightened. (Fig. 3.9) ASSEMBLY 28 ©2010 Repeat if needed to a centered position; Nutted and quick release. If there is centered between the fork dropouts. If the wheel has...
... or a step, be sure the step fits into the hole above the wheel slot. Be sure that the hook is centered and securely tightened. (Fig. 3.9) ASSEMBLY 28 ©2010 Repeat if needed to a centered position; Nutted and quick release. If there is centered between the fork dropouts. If the wheel has...
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... in injury or death. Install spring and then start to feel comfortable. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Try to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to close , open it is properly closed with the fork.... 6. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. With one hand on the handle and one hand on the left side of the bicycle resulting in the "open " and a "closed ...
... in injury or death. Install spring and then start to feel comfortable. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Try to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to close , open it is properly closed with the fork.... 6. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. With one hand on the handle and one hand on the left side of the bicycle resulting in the "open " and a "closed ...
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...after locking the quick release lever, open the lever, and tighten the adjusting nut further, then close the quick release lever again. Locate the saddle assembly and insert into the frame to hide the "Minimum insertion" mark on the rails and level. Bolted Seat Clamp If your bicycle has a seat clamp...sure that the saddle may corrode over time, and not be able to be adjusted again. It is inserted far enough into the frame. SADDLE ASSEMBLY The seat post must be tightened securely to prevent a sudden shift of the seat post. Failure to do this line is dangerous and can ...
...after locking the quick release lever, open the lever, and tighten the adjusting nut further, then close the quick release lever again. Locate the saddle assembly and insert into the frame to hide the "Minimum insertion" mark on the rails and level. Bolted Seat Clamp If your bicycle has a seat clamp...sure that the saddle may corrode over time, and not be able to be adjusted again. It is inserted far enough into the frame. SADDLE ASSEMBLY The seat post must be tightened securely to prevent a sudden shift of the seat post. Failure to do this line is dangerous and can ...
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... narrow open ended wrench. Before your first ride, please check to the other crank arm and has a left pedal attaches to ensure your bicycle. 3.15 ASSEMBLY ©2010 31 The left - cap hand (counter-clockwise thread). PEDALS AND CRANKS Attachment of an incorrect pedal into a crank arm can strip pedal threads...
... narrow open ended wrench. Before your first ride, please check to the other crank arm and has a left pedal attaches to ensure your bicycle. 3.15 ASSEMBLY ©2010 31 The left - cap hand (counter-clockwise thread). PEDALS AND CRANKS Attachment of an incorrect pedal into a crank arm can strip pedal threads...
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... as much as you can by hand. (Fig. 3.17) Brake arm Brake shoe 3.17 Check to be equipped with a wrench. (Fig. 3.18) ASSEMBLY 3.18 32 ©2010 Center bolt (fixing nut in back) Cable head Ferrule 3.16 Cable anchor nut Cable adjusƟng barrel Caliper Brake...hand to lock up resulting in loss of directional control or front pitch over. While holding the brake closed with and refer to the appropriate assembly instructions below. *Additionally some freestyle models may cause front wheel to pull the brake cable tight (through the adjustment barrel, loosen the cable...
... as much as you can by hand. (Fig. 3.17) Brake arm Brake shoe 3.17 Check to be equipped with a wrench. (Fig. 3.18) ASSEMBLY 3.18 32 ©2010 Center bolt (fixing nut in back) Cable head Ferrule 3.16 Cable anchor nut Cable adjusƟng barrel Caliper Brake...hand to lock up resulting in loss of directional control or front pitch over. While holding the brake closed with and refer to the appropriate assembly instructions below. *Additionally some freestyle models may cause front wheel to pull the brake cable tight (through the adjustment barrel, loosen the cable...
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... be sure they are no longer square to rotate the brake caliper back until the brake is released. atbnhedettwbhreeaekrneim • When the brake is applied. ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim surface rim should be parallel Correct 1-2 mm Incorrect 3.19 Rim Centering brake If you can several times squeezing as...
... be sure they are no longer square to rotate the brake caliper back until the brake is released. atbnhedettwbhreeaekrneim • When the brake is applied. ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim surface rim should be parallel Correct 1-2 mm Incorrect 3.19 Rim Centering brake If you can several times squeezing as...
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... Allen bolt To tension spring 3.24 REAR B Brake housing Frame housing stop Brake cable Cable anchor Seat Tube Brake housing Frame housing stop Cable anchor ASSEMBLY To tension spring 5mm Allen bolt To tension spring Spring tension nut 3.25 34 ©2010 FRONT Brake cable Cable anchor bolt Housing barrel Cable...
... Allen bolt To tension spring 3.24 REAR B Brake housing Frame housing stop Brake cable Cable anchor Seat Tube Brake housing Frame housing stop Cable anchor ASSEMBLY To tension spring 5mm Allen bolt To tension spring Spring tension nut 3.25 34 ©2010 FRONT Brake cable Cable anchor bolt Housing barrel Cable...
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... bolt. Check that the brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of the spring tension assembly with a wrench and carefully loosen the center Allen bolt until the brake pad starts to be tightened further. ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned with the rim surface Pad and rim should be parallel Check the brake...
... bolt. Check that the brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of the spring tension assembly with a wrench and carefully loosen the center Allen bolt until the brake pad starts to be tightened further. ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned with the rim surface Pad and rim should be parallel Check the brake...