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the kind of shoes which you are going to wear while riding, and
bounce energetically on your heels. Your crotch touching the
frame means that the bike is too big for you. You should not
ride the a bike. The minimum stand over height clearance for
the bike should be at least 5cm (approx. 2 inches). Stand over
height does not apply to bicycles with stepthrough frames. In
such bicycles the range of the saddle height determines the
limiting dimension. Make sure you are able to adjust the position
of your saddle as shown in this manual herein above without
exceeding the limits set by the height of the top of the seat tube
and the minimum insertion or maximum extension mark on the
seat post. Remember that toe clearance may vary according to
any modifications introduced to tires or cranks.
The steering system includes: handle bar, stem, headset and
fork. All elements should be connected firmly for riding safety.
WARNING: Proper assembly and functioning of the steering
system is critical for your safety!
Your dealer is responsible for proper assembly of the steering
system for you. If you wish to make any adjustments yourself,
be warned that incorrect setup can be very dangerous and we
always advise you to seek professional advice for this! Check
the connection between the handlebars and stem. Try pushing
the handlebars up and down there should be no movement
between these two elements. If there is any, it is necessary to
tighten the stem bolts. Check the headset for play (stand next
ENG
to the bicycle, apply the front brake and push forwards and
backwards. There should be no play between the frame and
fork). If any play is found contact your local bike shop. Do not
attempt to make any adjustments yourself. If you are confident
that you can do this yourself then adjust the steering system
according to the following instructions: loosen the steer clamp
binder bolts. Adjust preload until no binding or looseness are
present in the headset. Align the stem with the front wheel and
now tighten the steer clamp binder bolts alternately, in small
increments. Once again, check for headset play. If play exists,
loosen the steer clamp, pinch bolts, and tighten the top cap
anchor bolt 1/16th of a turn.
Align the stem, and retighten the pinch bolts Remember to
tighten both bolts alternately. Repeat until proper adjustment
made. All parts of the stem should be regularly checked for
damage or cracks. If you find anything suspicious, contact an
experienced bike mechanic immediately. A defective steering
system can cause serious injury or death. Check if the wheels
are straight (lift the bike and spin each wheel the rim should
not move more than around 1 mm to each side). Check if all the
spokes are tight by running your hand around each wheel on both
sides. Contact your bicycle dealer to resolve any problems. Do
not attempt to ride a bicycle with wheels that are not straight
or with spokes that are loose, as it is a danger to your health
and life.
Check if the tires are properly inflated (see the prints on the
side walls for instructions about the optimum pressure). Use
STEERING SYSTEM
a proper bicycle pump with a pressure gauge to achieve the
correct pressure. Check the overall conditions of the tires, if
they are damaged, torn or worn out you should replace them
before riding. Using worn or damaged tires is dangerous to your
health and life. Make sure tires are correctly inflated and are
in good shape. Spin each wheel slowly and look for cuts in the
tread and sidewall. Replace damaged tires before riding the bike.
Fork proper maintenance is essential for long life and optimal
fork function. Lack of maintenance may result in faster wear
and may lead to malfunction causing serious injury or death.
If you are not sure how to maintain the fork, you should consult
your dealer to help you with your maintenance requirements.
Things to check before each ride:
a) Check wheel axle to fork connection,
b) Check brake clamp to fork connection,
c) Check headset looseness,
d) Check stem to handlebar connection,
e) Check general fork condition (take special note of any cracks
or deformations).
DO NOT RIDE IF ANY DEFECTS NOTICED!
Reference bolt tightening torque values (please always refer to
the manufacturer's instruction manual first, the values shown
below do not apply to ALL types of components that may be
mounted on the bicycle):
Stem steer tube bolt - 5-6Nm.
Stem handlebar bolts - 5-6Nm.
Crankset to bottom bracket bolts - 40Nm.
Seat binder, Seat post clamp, bolts M5 - 5-6Nm.
Seat binder, Seat post clamp, bolts M6 - 8-10-Nm.
Pedals - 35Nm.
Brake calliper screws to frame and fork - 10Nm.
Shifting lever, brake lever - 3Nm.
Disc brake screws to hub - 6Nm.
Rear derailleur: main fixing bolt - 10Nm.
Rear derailleur: cable fixing bolt - 5Nm.
ADJUSTMENTS
It is possible to make some adjustments to your bicycle that will
influence your riding position. These adjustments can make a
great difference to riding pleasure, speed and safety so unless
you are a very competent cyclist and mechanic, do not attempt
to execute any of these adjustments yourself. Seek advice at
your local bicycle shop. The basic adjustment points are as
below: Adjusting saddle height. This should be carried out using
an 5mm hex wrench. Unscrew the seat binder bolt, set the saddle
at a certain height, then retighten the bolt and sit on the bicycle.
Repeat until you find the best position. The tightening torque of
the seat binder should be around 5-6Nm.
WARNING: Never extend the seat post above the minimum
insertion mark that can be found on the lower part of the seat
post!
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