Instructions / Assembly
Owner’s Manual Index
Your Bike
• Owner’s Bicycle Identication Record ............................................................................3
• Fitting the Rider to the Bicycle .......................................................................................... 3
• Warning and Safety Information ...................................................................................... 4
• The Owner’s Responsibility - Rules of the Road ........................................................4-5
Bicycle Assembly
• Parts Assembly .....................................................................................................................6-7
• Introduction to Assembly / Tools Needed ....................................................................8
• Accessories ...............................................................................................................................9
• Handlebar and Stem Installation ................................................................................ 10-12
• Front Wheel Installation .....................................................................................................13
• Quick Release Axle (as equipped) ............................................................................... 14-15
• Testing Stem and Handlebar Tightness ........................................................................16
• Seat Installation ................................................................................................................. 17-18
• Testing Seat Clamp and Post Clamp Tightness ..........................................................18
• Pedal Installation and Three-Piece Cranks (on some models) ..............................19
• Reector Brackets Installation ..........................................................................................20
• Installing Derailleur Guard (as equipped) ....................................................................20
Brake System
• Rim Brake Setup ................................................................................................................ 21-24
• Brake Pad Replacement ......................................................................................................24
• Disc Brake Setup (as equipped) ................................................................................... 25-26
Shift System
• Shift System Setup ........................................................................................................... 27-29
• Rear/ Front Derailleur Adjustments ........................................................................... 30-33
Maintenance and Service
• Repair and Service - Torque Table ...................................................................................34
• Tires ........................................................................................................................................35
• Lubrication/ Lubrication Table .........................................................................................36
• Inspection of the Bearings ................................................................................................37
• Suspension Frame (on some models) ...........................................................................37
Warranty .............................................................................................................................38
IMPORTANT!! BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE:
• Read entire manual, including all safety warnings.
See Maintenance section to:
• Check Tire Pressure.
• Check Brake Adjustment.
• Check Shift/Derailleur Adjustments.