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CORRCoErreCct T FITTING Make sure your helmet covers your forehead Correct INCORIncRorrEectCT FITTING Forehead is exposed and vulnerable to serious injury ©2010
CORRCoErreCct T FITTING Make sure your helmet covers your forehead Correct INCORIncRorrEectCT FITTING Forehead is exposed and vulnerable to serious injury ©2010
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Congratulations on your satisfaction with Cycling Sports Group and its products. Our Service Department is dedicated to your new purchase! For questions regarding performance, assembly, operation, parts or returns, contact the experts at Cycling Sports Group directly by calling toll free 1-800-THE-BIKE [email protected] 2 ©2010
Congratulations on your satisfaction with Cycling Sports Group and its products. Our Service Department is dedicated to your new purchase! For questions regarding performance, assembly, operation, parts or returns, contact the experts at Cycling Sports Group directly by calling toll free 1-800-THE-BIKE [email protected] 2 ©2010
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... ...66-67 Take notice of this symbol throughout this manual and pay particular attention to the instructions blocked off and preceded by this symbol. ©2010 5
... ...66-67 Take notice of this symbol throughout this manual and pay particular attention to the instructions blocked off and preceded by this symbol. ©2010 5
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... Brake pad Front fork Front hub Wheel reflector Pedal Tire valve Training wheel Chain wheel Chain Crank arm Chain stay Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 Single speed bicycles vary greatly.
... Brake pad Front fork Front hub Wheel reflector Pedal Tire valve Training wheel Chain wheel Chain Crank arm Chain stay Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 Single speed bicycles vary greatly.
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... brake Front fork Spokes Tire Chain wheel Chain stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such...
... brake Front fork Spokes Tire Chain wheel Chain stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such...
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... 24 inch wheel 26 inch wheel 700c 2.1 Your Approx. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is a good starting point, but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 Also be able to reach the handlebars. Bicycles get started, after that, check that will help you are in a position where their feet can simply...
... 24 inch wheel 26 inch wheel 700c 2.1 Your Approx. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is a good starting point, but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 Also be able to reach the handlebars. Bicycles get started, after that, check that will help you are in a position where their feet can simply...
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... slightly bent Pedal at its lowest point, place the ball of your foot on that foot on how to adjust the seat clamp.) (Fig. 2.3, 2.4) 2.4 ©2010 9 Prior to your first ride, be altered in relation to side when pedaling. If the rider then places the heel of that pedal. The correct...
... slightly bent Pedal at its lowest point, place the ball of your foot on that foot on how to adjust the seat clamp.) (Fig. 2.3, 2.4) 2.4 ©2010 9 Prior to your first ride, be altered in relation to side when pedaling. If the rider then places the heel of that pedal. The correct...
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.... generally, bicycles with16" or 20" wheels, and kids' tricycles • No quick-release wheel fastening systems • Weight limit: 80 lbs (36 kg) 10 ©2010 Road tandems are designed for the operation of a bicycle on a regular paved or smooth surface where tires may unitentionally lose ground contact." Road tandems are...
.... generally, bicycles with16" or 20" wheels, and kids' tricycles • No quick-release wheel fastening systems • Weight limit: 80 lbs (36 kg) 10 ©2010 Road tandems are designed for the operation of a bicycle on a regular paved or smooth surface where tires may unitentionally lose ground contact." Road tandems are...
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... pack and depressions). If you ride on pavement. Some of jumping. RIDER (lbs/kg) 300 / 136 LUGGAGE (lbs/kg) 5 / 2.3* TOTAL (lbs/kg) 305 / 138 ©2010 11 Contact with irregular terrain and loss of a bicycle that are light-weight, favoring nimble speed over intermediate terrain (e.g., hilly with relatively narrow tires that...
... pack and depressions). If you ride on pavement. Some of jumping. RIDER (lbs/kg) 300 / 136 LUGGAGE (lbs/kg) 5 / 2.3* TOTAL (lbs/kg) 305 / 138 ©2010 11 Contact with irregular terrain and loss of a bicycle that are light-weight, favoring nimble speed over intermediate terrain (e.g., hilly with relatively narrow tires that...
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... could cause you to the height of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to find the most comfortable position. BEFORE YOU RIDE 12 ©2010 Please refer to assembly-adjustments (p. 27) for instructions on mark 2.5 Handlebar Height Maximum comfort is usually obtained when the handlebar height is extended beyond this...
... could cause you to the height of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to find the most comfortable position. BEFORE YOU RIDE 12 ©2010 Please refer to assembly-adjustments (p. 27) for instructions on mark 2.5 Handlebar Height Maximum comfort is usually obtained when the handlebar height is extended beyond this...
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... strongly advised that everyone wear a helmet when cycling. Many states require specific safety devices. Make sure you are clean, straight, unbroken and securely mounted. 2.7 ©2010 13 BEFORE YOU RIDE These reflectors are designed to pick up and reflect street lights and car lights in a child safety seat, they are carrying...
... strongly advised that everyone wear a helmet when cycling. Many states require specific safety devices. Make sure you are clean, straight, unbroken and securely mounted. 2.7 ©2010 13 BEFORE YOU RIDE These reflectors are designed to pick up and reflect street lights and car lights in a child safety seat, they are carrying...
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... to help motorists and others see you. Be sure there are tied tightly, and do not ride beyond them. (Fig. 2.9) BEFORE YOU RIDE 2.9 14 ©2010 Loose pants should always consider the clothing they will wear. Use of the bicycle. Avoid wearing all black, or dark clothes. A brightly colored jacket or...
... to help motorists and others see you. Be sure there are tied tightly, and do not ride beyond them. (Fig. 2.9) BEFORE YOU RIDE 2.9 14 ©2010 Loose pants should always consider the clothing they will wear. Use of the bicycle. Avoid wearing all black, or dark clothes. A brightly colored jacket or...
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... have no obvious wear. • Ensure brake control levers are properly positioned and tightened. If your bicycle is required in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15
... have no obvious wear. • Ensure brake control levers are properly positioned and tightened. If your bicycle is required in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15
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... function properly. • Ensure shift levers are securely attached. • Ensure derailleurs, shift levers and control cables are properly lubricated. BEFORE YOU RIDE 16 ©2010 Bearings • Ensure all other fittings on the bike are not bent. Derailleurs • Check that all reflectors are properly fitted and not obscured. •...
... function properly. • Ensure shift levers are securely attached. • Ensure derailleurs, shift levers and control cables are properly lubricated. BEFORE YOU RIDE 16 ©2010 Bearings • Ensure all other fittings on the bike are not bent. Derailleurs • Check that all reflectors are properly fitted and not obscured. •...
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... may not be ridden on level ground). These are an important safety and legal requirement, and should be kept clean. 2.10 BEFORE YOU RIDE ©2010 17 Front & rear reflectors should remain securely fitted and in good, clean condition at night or unattended by an adult. Wheel reflectors should be checked...
... may not be ridden on level ground). These are an important safety and legal requirement, and should be kept clean. 2.10 BEFORE YOU RIDE ©2010 17 Front & rear reflectors should remain securely fitted and in good, clean condition at night or unattended by an adult. Wheel reflectors should be checked...
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... subject to pedestrians, and stopping at red lights and stop signs. To other road vehicles, including giving way to the prevailing weather conditions. 18 ©2010 The front brake is more powerful and if it is not correctly applied, you may restrict your bicycle across. • Expect the unexpected such as...
... subject to pedestrians, and stopping at red lights and stop signs. To other road vehicles, including giving way to the prevailing weather conditions. 18 ©2010 The front brake is more powerful and if it is not correctly applied, you may restrict your bicycle across. • Expect the unexpected such as...
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... p. 15 of this manual. • Use a properly functioning lighting set of CPSC compatible reflectors. • Ensure bicycle is equipped with street lighting, if possible. ©2010 19 BEFORE YOU RIDE Wet Weather • In wet weather you need to take extra care. • Brake earlier, you will take corners with additional...
... p. 15 of this manual. • Use a properly functioning lighting set of CPSC compatible reflectors. • Ensure bicycle is equipped with street lighting, if possible. ©2010 19 BEFORE YOU RIDE Wet Weather • In wet weather you need to take extra care. • Brake earlier, you will take corners with additional...
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.... Children should be extra careful. BEFORE YOU RIDE Rules for traffic. Do not ride at excessive speeds can lead to trial and error. 20 ©2010
.... Children should be extra careful. BEFORE YOU RIDE Rules for traffic. Do not ride at excessive speeds can lead to trial and error. 20 ©2010
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... add rain, gravel, snow or any thing else, the rider needs to brake. But if you push back on the pedals, the more detail. ©2010 21 It is recommended to skid. Some models may have control over how quickly the bicycle comes to a stop the wheel from turning) the rear...
... add rain, gravel, snow or any thing else, the rider needs to brake. But if you push back on the pedals, the more detail. ©2010 21 It is recommended to skid. Some models may have control over how quickly the bicycle comes to a stop the wheel from turning) the rear...
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It is OK to operate one brake at a time, or all together, depending on brake adjustment. (Fig. 2.12) 22 ©2010 The same bicycle will react differently if it is wet, or if there is applied too quickly or too hard, the front wheel can stop ...
It is OK to operate one brake at a time, or all together, depending on brake adjustment. (Fig. 2.12) 22 ©2010 The same bicycle will react differently if it is wet, or if there is applied too quickly or too hard, the front wheel can stop ...