Instructions / Assembly

CORRECT FRAME SIZE

When selecting a new bicycle, the correct choice of frame size is a very important safety consideration. The ideal clearance will vary

between types of bicycles and rider preference. This makes straddling the frame when off the saddle easier and safer in situations such as

THERE SHOULD BE A CLEARANCE OF NO LESS THAN 1-2 INCHES

BETWEEN THE GROIN AREA OF THE INTENDED RIDER AND THE TOP

TUBE OF THE BICYCLE, WHILE THE RIDER STRADDLES THE BICYCLE

WITH BOTH FEET FLAT ON THE GROUND.

THE SEATPOST “MINIMUM INSERTION” / “MAXIMUM HEIGHT” MARK

SHOULD NOT BE VISIBLE WHEN THE SEAT POST IS INSERTED INTO THE

SEAT MAST OF THE BIKE. DO NOT RAISE THE SEAT POST BEYOND THIS

MARK. THE SEAT POST OR FRAME MAY BREAK CAUSING YOU TO LOSE

CONTROL AND FALL. ALWAYS CHECK TO MAKE SURE SEAT POST

ADJUSTING MECHANISM IS

TIGHTENED SECURELY

BEFORE RIDING.

RIDING POSITION

SADDLE HEIGHT

In order to obtain the most comfortable riding position and offer the best possible pedaling

correct saddle height should not allow leg strain from over-extension, and the hips should

not rock from side to side when pedaling. While sitting on the bicycle with one pedal at it’s

lowest point, place the ball of your foot on the pedal. The correct saddle height will allow

the knee to be slightly bent in this position.

REACH

To obtain maximum comfort, the rider should not over extend his or her reach when riding.

There should be a slight bend in the rider’s elbows. Refer to the section regarding seat and

seat posts to learn how to adjust the seat post height.

Arms not

overextended

Handlebar stem

height about the

same as

seat height

Pedal

bottom position