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1. 1.1 1.2 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.5.1 1.5.2 1.5.3 1.5.4 User Manual for GHOST Bikes Version 11/15 Fundamental Information on your new Bike and this User Manual ................................................................................... 7 2. For Your Safety ............................................................................................11 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.3.1 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4 3. Permitted temperatures and permitted total weight .................................................
4.4.1 4.4.2 4.4.3 4.5 4.6 4.6.1 4.6.2 4.6.2.1 4.6.2.2 4.7 5. Frame Sets.................................................................................................. 38 6. Before Using for the First Time.................................................................. 38 7. Before Every Use........................................................................................ 38 7.1 7.1.1 7.1.2 7.1.2.1 7.1.2.2 7.1.2.3 7.1.2.4 7.1.2.5 7.1.2.6 7.1.2.7 7.1.3 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 7.8.1 7.8.
13. 14. Transporting the Bike................................................................................. 83 Dear Customer, 13.1 13.1.1 13.1.2 13.1.3 13.1.4 13.1.5 13.1.5.1 13.1.5.2 13.1.5.3 13.1.5.4 13.1.5.5 13.1.5.6 13.2 13.2.1 13.2.2 We wish to congratulate you on your choice of a bike from our company, and to thank you for the faith placed in us. 1. Your servicing and maintenance plan ..............................................................................
• New technical developments may result in changes to the models, their technical data and documentation at short notice. If these changes are relevant to handling the bike and your safety, the associated user information is enclosed as a separate document and is referred to in the delivery certificate. • Please consult your specialist retailer concerning the up-to-dateness of the technical data. 1.5 Conventions 1.5.1 Symbols and signal words Symbol and signal word 1.
1.5.3 1.5.4 Technical terms Technical Term Representation In this user manual we use the following representation rules: Meaning • Safety instructions are represented with a symbol, a signal word and in bold, see section 1.5.1, Symbols and signal words. Wobble Colloquial term for radial eccentricity of the rim Torque Also tightening torque. This states how much a screw should be tightened.
(such as forks or spring elements with a greater or lower installation height/length/travel, braking systems with larger brake discs, wider tyres, etc.). NOTE: Even after providing advice and carrying out the final assembly, your bike dealer is still very important to you. He or she is your contact person for all types of servicing and maintenance, conversions and repairs. Please contact your specialist bicycle dealer if you have any questions concerning your bike. 2.3 2.3.
NOTE: Designation Definition Road Asphalt-covered routes • Children and youths must be able to operate the bike safely. The type of bike, size and operating elements (e.g. brake levers) must be suitable for children’s hands. Please contact your specialist dealer on this. He or she will be pleased to advise you. Paved paths Paths with a solid surface such as sand, gravel or similar items (e.g.
Paved paths Cross-Country All Montain Tour All Mountain Trail Enduro Freeride Downhill Dirt Sports park Jumps Riding Conditions / Category Road Model Nivolet Race, Nivolet Tour, Nivolet Tour Disc X* - - - - - - - - - - SQUARE Trekking, SQUARE Urban X, SQUARE Cross X X SQUARE Cross, SQUARE Urban, Sona, Lawu, Powerkid X* X - - - - - - - - - LECTOR, HTX, HTX EBS, Nila, Lanao, Kato X, Tacana, Tacana X X* X X - - - - - - - - ASKET, AMR, Lanao FS, Kato FS X* RI
4. Design and Function 4.1 Types, categories, ranges 4.1.1 No equipment according to German Highway Code, dérailleur, rim or disc brakes, wheels with rim diameters of 559 mm, 584 mm or 622 mm and a minimum tyre width of 52 mm. We produce various types of bikes. We have divided up these types into different categories and product ranges. NOTE: The categorisation can be found in section 2.3.4, Where are you allowed to ride your bike? Type Mountain bike (Fully + Hardtail) Product range • AMR 4.1.1.
• FR AMR, PathRIOT: Series: • HTX, HTX EBS, NILA, KATO X, TACANA X, LECTOR, ASKET Series: • Fullies: with 160-170 mm of travel in the front and 150-170 mm of travel in the rear. Excellent riding profiles both downhill and uphill. But overall, there is a stronger focus on the downhill characteristics. 4.1.1.2 Hardtail: • SONA, KATO, TACANA, LAWU, LANAO Series: • Hardtails with 100 – 120 mm of travel in the front.
4.1.3 Road bike / fitness bike (NIVOLET RACE, NIVOLET TOUR DISC, NIVOLET TOUR DISC, SQUARE URBAN Series) No equipment in accordance with German road traffic regulations (StVZO), derailleur, rim or disc brakes, wheels with 622 mm rim diameter. NIVOLET RACE, NIVOLET TOUR DISC, NIVOLET TOUR DISC Series: -Road bikes without frame suspension and rigid fork for fast, athletic riding on the road -Road bike handlebar -Rim or disc brakes like mountain bikes -Tire width: 23-25 mm 4.1.
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• Hardtail with suspension: Frame without suspension, but suspension fork 4.3 Brakes 4.3.1 Brake assignment • Your bike has one or two brakes which are independent of one another. • On some models the rear brake is operated by “pedalling backwards” (backpedal brake). • In the standard case the brake lever attached to the left handlebar operates the front brake and the righthand brake lever the back brake. This may vary, however, depending on requirements and the local legal regulations.
• Rim brake of the racing bike • Rim brake –– Hydraulic rim brake (Magura HS11 and HS33) • Backpedal brake (only on the rear wheel) • Mechanical rim brake (V-brakes) 28 29
4.4 Gears The following switching devices are installed on our bikes: • Derailleur 4.4.1 Derailleur A derailleur provides you with the optimum gear for every speed and makes it easier to climb hills, for example. When the gear is changed, the chain is moved to a different cog. On the crankset these cogs are referred to as “chainrings”, and on the geared ring as “sprockets”. • Hub gear The gear can only be changed while the bike is moving. The crankset must turn in the direction of the drive.
various cogs mesh with one another and thereby change the gear ratio. For bikes with a hub gear we use the Shimano Alfine 8 and 11-speed gear hub with freewheel, i.e. without a backpedal brake. 4.4.
4.5 Clamping systems for wheels and saddle post On our bikes we use the following axle clamping systems for wheel and saddle post attachment: 4.6 Materials 4.6.1 Breakdown • Quick-release axles For our bike frames we use aluminium alloys and carbon materials. Our brand bikes with carbon frames are marked with the name “LECTOR” in the type designation. All other bikes are manufactured with an aluminium frame. 4.6.
4.6.2.2 Proper handling of carbon parts 1. Under no circumstances should you install clips, screw connections, clampings or other elements which exert mechanical forces on the carbon tube. Excluded from this are the areas of components e.g. handlebars and saddle posts which are explicitly designated as such. Nevertheless, it is important here to comply exactly with the tightening torques! 2.
5. Frame Sets NOTE: Photographs you take yourself can be helpful in this. WARNING Danger from falls and accidents • Contact your dealer immediately if the inspection reveals faults of any kind. You may correct small defects yourself if the appropriate measures are described below.
Field of application: All categories • Tubeless tyres: Special rims (with or without spoke holes that are sealed to be airtight) and tyres are sealed to be airtight and make a tube superfluous. Nevertheless, in the case of a breakdown such a tyre can be mounted. Field of application: Mountainbikes, crossbikes, racing bike/street • Tube tyres: The tube is sewn into the tyre. The tyre, including the tube, is adhered during assembly on to the specially built rim.
NOTE: 2. Remove any foreign bodies (thorns, small stones, pieces of glass or similar items) by hand or carefully with a small screwdriver. Check if air is then leaking out. The required air pressure can vary by manufacturer and the model of tyre. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the correct tyre air pressure on the tyre side wall. If you have any questions, please contact your specialist bicycle dealer. He or she will be pleased to advise you.
1. Carry out a visual inspection of the saddle post. The “STOP” or “MAX” mark must not be visible. WARNING Danger from falls and accidents Incorrectly mounted or damaged handlebars and handlebar stems may result in dangerous riding situations, falls and accidents. • If you discover damage to these parts or have any doubt about their integrity, you must not use your bike again. • Contact an approved workshop immediately. 1. Perform a visual check of the stem and handlebars.
• None of the parts must twist or move. • No cracking or grinding noises should be heard. A quill stem is mounted on the following models. • POWERKID 12" • POWERKID 16" 3. Try to turn the gear lever with your other hand. 6. Carry out a visual inspection of the stem shaft. The “Stop” or “MAX” mark must not be visible. 4. Try to pull the handlebar grips off the handlebars with your other hand. 5. If your bike has been retrofitted with a bell, try to twist this with light hand pressure.
• As a precaution you should carry brake linings for your brakes with you. If you do this you will avoid having to break off your tour if the specialist workshop does not have your type of brake linings in stock. 7.8.1 Checking general functions How to check the function of your braking system: 1. Pull on both brake levers completely with the bike at a standstill. The smallest distance between the brake lever and handlebar grip must be at least 10 mm. 7.6 Inspecting the spring fork 1.
Carry out a visual inspection from the brake lever along the lines up to the brakes. No hydraulic fluid should escape at any point. Moreover, the resistance/pressure point on the lever must not fall. 5. Carry out a visual inspection of the brake blocks. The brake blocks must not be worn beyond the wear indicator. 4. Inspect the brake disc for damage. It must not exhibit any dents, cracks, deep scratches or other mechanical damage. 5. Raise the front and rear wheels alternately and turn the wheel by hand.
3. Try to pull the brakes out of the shoes with your hands. It must not be possible to pull the brakes blocks out of the shoes by hand. A slight backlash is normal. 1. Carry out a visual inspection of the brake cables and their clamping. 4. Press both brake levers. • All brake shoes must contact the rim flank with practically their whole surface area. • The brake cables must not be damaged or corroded. • The brake cables of cable brakes must be clamped over their full width. • In no position, i.e.
5. Carry out a visual inspection of the brake blocks. The brake blocks must not be worn beyond the wear indicator. • You should not feel any bearing play. • No cracking or grinding noises should be heard. 3. Inspect the chain for damage. The chain must not be damaged at any point, e.g. by bent chain links, protruding chain link pins, etc. or jammed and immobile chain links. 4.
ing in serious falls. Use your bike again only when the luggage rack has been properly secured in an approved workshop. 1. Shake the luggage rack at right angles to the direction of travel with your hands. • The luggage rack mountings must not come loose. • The luggage rack or parts of it must not touch the tyre. 7.12 Inspecting the mudguards WARNING Danger from falls and accidents Loose or hanging parts of the mudguards can injure you, jam the wheels and result in serious falls. 1.
NOTE: In the following sections the adjustments for the standard equipment of all GHOST bikes are described. Some sections only apply if your bike has the listed equipment. This can be found in section 4, Design and Function. If you have any questions, please contact your specialist bicycle dealer. He or she will be pleased to advise you. 8.
loaded with the rider’s weight. NOTE: Various bikes have the possibility of almost completely blocking the suspension of the fork by means of a lever on the handlebars. The fork can then only move in and out to a small extent. WARNING Danger from falls and accidents At a high speed, particularly when riding downhill on unpaved terrain, riding behaviour with the suspension switched off is very poor. The front wheel may lose contact with the ground.
8.4.1.1.4 Shimano brake/gear lever combination for racing bike 1. Pedal in the direction of the drive. 2. Press gear lever A past the first click position until an audible click is heard and then release it again. 3. To skip several gears, keep pressing the lever. The number of clicks corresponds to the number of further connected gears. 8.4.1.1.2 Sram gear lever for MTB 1. Pedal in the direction of the drive. 2.
• Pedal in the direction of the drive. • Operate lever B until you feel an engagement and then release the lever again immediately. 8.4.1.1.7 Shimano twist grip gear change for MTB 1. Pedal in the direction of the drive. 2. Seen from the right-hand side, rotate the gear switch handle in an anticlockwise direction until you hear a clear click. 3. To skip several gears, keep turning the gear switch handle accordingly. 8.4.1.2 Switching to a smaller chainring/sprocket: 8.4.1.2.
8.4.2.1 Switching to a lower gear NOTE: Here, a lower gear means a lower gear ratio. This makes it easier to climb gradients. 8.4.2.1.1 Shimano Alfine 1. While riding: Reduce your pedalling power. 2. Press gear lever A past the first click position until an audible click is heard and then release it again. 8.4.1.2.6 Sram brake/gear lever combination for racing bike 1. Pedal in the direction of the drive. 3. To skip several gears, keep pressing the lever.
brake pads by your specialist dealer. NOTE: About 65% of the total braking power is provided by the front brake. Maximum braking power is reached by simultaneously pressing both levers. 1. Pull the lever towards the handlebar to actuate the brake. 8.5 Using the brakes WARNING Danger from falls and accidents If you operate the brakes too firmly this can lock the wheels and cause the bike to skid or roll over.
NOTE: Make sure that you do not lose the springs. 8.6.1.2 Closing the quick-release axle 1. If the quick-release axle has been completely removed from the hub, push it through the hub from the left-hand side (as seen in the riding direction) with the spring attached. 2. Place the second spring and screw nut on to the quick-release axle. 3. Turn the nut in a clockwise direction on to the right-hand end of the quick-release axle, which is protruding out of the hub. 4.
–– Open the quick-release lever. –– Loosen the nut slightly in an anticlockwise direction. –– Close the quick-release lever. 8. Check the tightness of the wheels as described in section 7.1.1, Checking the position and tight fit. 8.6.2 Opening and closing the thru axle on the wheel 8.6.2.2 Closing the thru axle 1. Push the thru axle from the left-hand side through the dropout and the hub. 2. Rotate the axle with the lever open in a clockwise direction into the opposite thread of the dropout. 1. Axle 2.
2. If the saddle post cannot be moved in this position, turn the knurled nut a little in an anticlockwise direction (as viewed from the left side). 8.6.3.2 Closing the quick-release axle on the saddle post clamping NOTE: Connect the saddle post clamping only if the saddle post is located in the saddle tube. Closing without an inserted saddle post may cause irreparable damage to the frame. 1. Check the tightness of the clamp. The clamp must sit flush on the saddle tube. 8.6.
If the lever does not close tightly enough: NOTE: WARNING Danger from falls and accidents If the lever is too loose when closed, the saddle post may suddenly slip down a long way while the bike is being ridden. This can lead to dangerous riding situations, falls and accidents. Connect the saddle post clamping only if the saddle post is located in the saddle tube. Closing without an inserted saddle post may cause irreparable damage to the frame. –– Open the lever. 1. Check the tightness of the clamp.
• Adapt your riding to the more difficult riding behaviour of the bike. • Do not use your bike for transporting goods, but only as an item of sports equipment and for moving from one location to another. • Never use your bike with a bicycle trailer. • Do not transport any bulky luggage or other adults on a luggage rack (optional). • Children should only be transported in child seats. Install child safety seats only on luggage racks which are suitable for this purpose.
10. Riding the Bike Rotating wheels can injure hands and other parts of the body. WARNING Danger from falls and accidents Your riding safety depends on your speed. The higher your speed, the greater your risk! • Keep your hands and other parts of the body away from rotating wheels and brake discs! • Please ensure that your child's hands and other parts of their body cannot come into contact with the revolving wheels or brake discs.
NOTE: If you have any questions after falls and accidents, you can also contact a bicycle specialist. In Germany you can obtain corresponding contact addresses from your local Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK). 2. With the bike stationary, use your right foot to fold the kickstand down until it clearly locks in place. 3. Turn the handlebars so that they point slightly to the left. 4. Lean your bike carefully on its left side until it is in a stable position. 11.2 Carbon frame 5.
the rim and brake disc. If after the above period it still feels hot, wait a few minutes and repeat the test until the braking surface has completely cooled down. WARNING Danger from falls and accidents The use of bicycle racks can damage bicycle parts which are relevant to safety. The failure of these parts can lead to dangerous riding situations, falls, accidents and material damage.
13.1.3 13.1.2 Installing the front wheel Dismantling the rear wheel 1. On the rear wheel, switch to the smallest sprocket of the sprocket assembly (see section 8.4.1.2, Switching to a smaller chainring/sprocket). 1. If your bike has a disc brake, remove the transport lock from the brake pistons. 2. Pick up the bike with the handlebars. 3. Position the hub of the front wheel under the fork ends of the front-wheel fork. 4.
6. If your bike has a disc brake, insert the enclosed transport lock between the brake pistons. 7. After removing the wheels, lay the bike carefully on its left side. 13.1.4 Installing the rear wheel 1. If your bike has a disc brake, remove the transport lock from the brake pistons. 2. Raise the bike at the rear. 3. Place the rear wheel under the frame so that the chain fits over the smallest pinion. 4.
13.1.5.2 Closing the Magura HS 33 hydraulic rim brake 1. Install any spacer washers on to the brake holders with the arrows pointing upwards. 2. Place the brake on the brake holder. 3. Close the clamping lever. 13.1.5.4 Closing the MTB and Trekking (V-Brake) rim brake 1. Use one hand to press the brake shoes together. 2. Hook the cable guide into the bracket with the other hand. 13.1.5.3 Opening the MTB and Trekking (V-Brake) rim brake 1.
13.1.5.5 Opening the rim brake of the racing bike 1. Rotate the lever upwards as far as it will go. NOTE: 13.1.5.6 Closing the rim brake of the racing bike Do not operate the saddle post clamping when it has been dismantled. Otherwise, the frame may be damaged. 1. Rotate the lever downwards as far as it will go. Depending on the frame and saddle post material, there is grease or carbon assembly paste on the saddle post, which might soil your vehicle interior or other items.
14.1 Your servicing and maintenance plan Work NOTE: Interval Cleaning the bike See section 14.2, How to clean and care for your bike. whenever you have ridden the bike on muddy or dirty surfaces • every 200 km at the latest Adjusting the air pressure of the suspension fork See section 8.2.1.
NOTE: Cleansers, lubricants and corrosion inhibitors are chemical products. Some of these agents can damage your bike. • Use only products that are expressly suitable for bikes. Spray wax or other preservatives on the brake discs or rims may reduce the braking effect. Other parts may become slippery and lead to dangerous riding situations, falls and accidents. These parts must not be treated with preserving agents. • Ensure that this agent does not attack paintwork or rubber, plastic or metal parts etc.
15. Faults When Riding Malfunction Chain jumped off sprocket WARNING Danger from falls and accidents Incorrectly performed troubleshooting can lead to dangerous riding situations, falls and accidents. Possible cause(s) • Incorrect operation of the gearshift • Maladjusted or damaged gear shift mechanism • You should only carry out work to your bike which you are permitted to perform according to the following table.
Malfunction Possible cause(s) Remedy Problem Possible causes Remedy Brakes do not work Brakes not correctly installed Contact your specialist bicycle dealer immediately. Saddle post slips into the frame or twists Tightening torque too low Brakes damaged Contact your specialist bicycle dealer immediately. Check and increase the clamping force See section 8.6.3, Opening and closing the quickrelease axle on the saddle post clamping and 8.6.
15.4 Mudguards, luggage rack, lights 15.5.1 WARNING Danger from falls and accidents Defects and faults in the luggage rack and lights can lead to dangerous riding situations, falls, accidents and material damage. • Contact your specialist bicycle dealer immediately if you notice the slightest malfunction. • You should only use your bike again when it has been properly repaired by the specialist bicycle dealer. Problem Possible causes Remedy Noises: Cracking, banging, grinding, etc.
• Hold the inner tube next to the rim with a tyre, as it was mounted. Check the area of the tyre where the hole is located in the inner tube. Often there is a thorn, a small stone or glass splinter in the tyre. 16. NOTE: CAUTION Danger of cuts If you feel the inside of the tyre with your thumb or finger, you might cut yourself on sharp-edged objects if these are still in the tyre. Incorrect storage of your bike can damage the bearings and your tyres, as well as promoting corrosion.
The following guarantee periods apply: 19. Overviews showing all of the Bicycle Components 1. The 3-year guarantee is available for the following models: • 2015: RIOT LT, CAGUA, NORTHSHORE, DOWNHILL (DH), THE HOOD, THE HOOD FS, THE HOOD PRO • 2016: PathRIOT, FR AMR, DREAMR, TERU FS X 2. The 5-year guarantee is available for all frames that are not in the above categories. The guarantee applies only to the frame construction and not to the paintwork and decoration.
DETAILED VIEW (Rim brake of the racing bike) DETAILED VIEW (wheel) Chain stud Brake cable or brake line (Magura) Rim brake (racing bike) / Rim brake (Magura) / Rim brake (MTB) Chain link / chain side bar Brake calibre / brake boss / brake shoe / brake lining / brake block / brake pad Valve cap / dust cap Valve Valve nut Tyres Rim Rim edge Fork Wear indicator DETAILED VIEW (Magura rim brake) DETAILED VIEW (Handlebars) Dip tube Handlebar stem / stem Brake booster Brake line Fork crown Gear lever
DETAILED VIEW (Head tube) DETAILED VIEW (Hub, rear) Brake disc Disc brake Front headlamp Fork steering tube (not visible, in the head tube) Hub, rear Head tube Headset Sprocket assembly / sprocket cassette / pinion set (consisting of individual pinions / tooth crowns) Dérailleur DETAILED VIEW (Saddle) DETAILED VIEW (Hub, front) Quick-release axle / Quick-release lever / Quick-release skewer Saddle Dynamo / hub dynamo Fork Plug-in connection Saddle clamp bolt Saddle support Dropout Saddle post
20. Imprint Manufacturer: GHOST-Bikes GmbH An der Tongrube 3 95652 Waldsassen Germany Tel.: +49 9632 92550 Fax: +49 9632 925516 www.ghost-bikes.com info@ghost-bikes.de Consulting: Andreas Zauhar, Graduate Engineer, University of Applied Sciences Assessor for bike damage and valuations officially approved and certified by the Chamber of Trade and Industry for Munich and Upper Bavaria Horner Straße 12d 83329 Waging – Tettenhausen Germany Tel.: + 49 8681 4779284 Fax: + 49 8681 4779285 www.andreas-zauhar.
