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The VISION SeatThe VISION Seat

The VISION Seat

The 2002 Vision seat feature a new anti-slip

mechanism on the nose quick release skewer to

prevent accident seat releases. To remove the seat,

you must loosen the seat QR skewer lever, and then

turn the skewer loose an additional several turns

until the side plate disengages from the seat

droppout.

If you have to attach or remove the seat

fabric, follow these directions.

There are two webbing pockets on the seat

fabric top that go over the seat side rail

backs - attach these first, then follow the

illustrations for the seat panel attachment. For the

first few weeks, the seat fabric will stretch a bit and

appear loose. Simply tighten the fabric as needed -

the fabric will stabilize after about 100 miles or so.

Check the seat before each ride for abrasions,

tears and tightness.

To install the seat on your VISION, simply insert the front of the seat frame into the

main frame attachment. Turn the QR Skewer down several turns until the side plate

engages the dropout slot, nd tighten the skewer securely.

Note: on the R40 and R60 series bikes, there are two front

seat mount positions; use the forward one if you are 5' 7" or

shorter, the rear position if you are taller or want to sit further

back on the bike. Slide the rear seat frame attachment fork

into the rear skewer and tighten the rear seat skewer. One of

the unique features of your VISION recumbent is its

adjustable seat back angle - accomplished at the rear seat

attachment. For the first adjustment, set the rear seat back

to the middle of its range, and close the skewer with at least

20 lbs force.

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Sit awhile, rock back and forth and from side to side. Notice how the seat cradles

you, and how comfortably close to the ground you are. Grasp the handlebars and

rock the front wheel from side to side. Squeeze the brake levers. Yodel a few

times. Do whatever it takes to relax. Many first time riders try to sit forward on

the seat, not being used to the relaxed, laid back position. Sit back! Enjoy the

comfort!

Now pick a dominant leg. For most people this is your right leg, but go with

whatever is most comfortable for you. Pick your leg up and swing the crank arm

around so you can easily reach the pedal. If you are using toe straps, flip the pedal

clip over your foot, but keep the strap nice and loose to start with. Swing the

crank around until your foot is in a

“cocked” position; somewhere

close to the top of the pedal

stroke. This spot is different for

everyone, the key is to find the

spot where you feel best about

putting a lot of power into the

pedal. It helps to hold the bike

from rolling with either brake.

When you’re ready, release the

brake, and push forward firmly on

the pedal. As you start moving,

lift your other foot up and keep

peddling. At first you probably will

wobble a little, but don’t panic and

tense up! Just relax and concentrate on making small corrections with the

handlebars. The most common beginners' error is to overcontrol the bike, ending

up steering a set of “S” curves down the lane. If you relax and let your hands sit

lightly on the handlebars, you will find it easier to avoid this syndrome. Lean

back! You are probably trying to lean forward, to mimic that "other" type bike

you've been riding. Another common first time mistake is to stare at your feet —

after all, you’ve never seen them before! Look ahead, see the scenery you’ve been

missing.

Once you’re riding smoothly in a straight line, it’s time to practice looking

around. Now don’t laugh, I’m not being funny nor condescending. Compared to a

traditional bike you will find yourself looking at the world from a whole new

perspective, a comfortable one. The biggest problem you will face is keeping

your mind on the road. Since you are riding in a relaxing reclined position it’s all

too easy to forget about everything except the scenery in front of you. Looking

behind you is not difficult, but it does take practice. As you ride in a straight

Foot Starting Position

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