Owner`s manual

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ASSEMBLY
Dual Suspension
Dual Suspension bikes are equipped with a front fork as well
as a rear suspension generally located below the seat. The
rear suspension unit is a combination of a piston that works in
conjunction with a spring to allow the rear swing arm to rotate
on a pivot point. Ensure all attaching hardware is secured and
there is no lateral movement of the rear triangle. The amount
of Rear Suspension travel can be adjusted by turning the
adjusting plate. Clockwise will increase spring
tension and decrease travel, while turning counter-clockwise
will decrease spring tension and increase travel. There are
many different types of suspension systems-too many to deal
with individually in this manual.
There must be enough tension on the spring to hold
the spring plate in place. Failure to do this may cause
the mechanism to fail. Failure to maintain, check and
properly adjust the suspension system may result in
suspension malfunction, which can cause you to lose
control and fall. Changing suspension adjustment can
change the handling and braking characteristics of
you bicycle. Always check for changes in the perfor-
mance of your bicycle by taking a careful test ride in a
hazard free area. If your bike has suspension equip-
ment, the increased speed you may develop also
increases your risk. When braking, the front of a sus-
pended bike dips. You could lose control and fall if
your skill is not up to handling this system. Get to
know how to handle your suspension system safely
before trying any downhill or very fast biking.
Anchor bolt
Spring plate
Spring
Piston
Adjusting plate
Anchor bolt