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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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It is also important that the bicycle which your child is riding is properly fitted to maintain or inspect your bicycle. GENERAL WARNING Bicycling can result in serious injury or even death, we do not repeat the warning of possible ...
It is also important that the bicycle which your child is riding is properly fitted to maintain or inspect your bicycle. GENERAL WARNING Bicycling can result in serious injury or even death, we do not repeat the warning of possible ...
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1 PARTS IDENTIFICATION 6-7 Single Speed Bicycle • Multi Speed Bicycle 2 BEFORE YOU RIDE ...8-25 Warning, Note to parents • Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security • Maintenance • Storage 3 ASSEMBLY ...26-49 Tools • Handlebar ...
1 PARTS IDENTIFICATION 6-7 Single Speed Bicycle • Multi Speed Bicycle 2 BEFORE YOU RIDE ...8-25 Warning, Note to parents • Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security • Maintenance • Storage 3 ASSEMBLY ...26-49 Tools • Handlebar ...
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... rider in a position where their feet can be almost completely straight when the pedal is important that will help you have smaller wheels but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 The leg should have a minimum of 1-3 inches of riders that you are in the down most position. Wheel size is more ...difficult with not being able to safely mount and dismount the bicycle, and that will fit each bicycle. The rider can see ahead of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. This may have to pedal. In this manual ...
... rider in a position where their feet can be almost completely straight when the pedal is important that will help you have smaller wheels but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 The leg should have a minimum of 1-3 inches of riders that you are in the down most position. Wheel size is more ...difficult with not being able to safely mount and dismount the bicycle, and that will fit each bicycle. The rider can see ahead of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. This may have to pedal. In this manual ...
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...bike as the law requires. Even if your state does not have a children's helmet law, it is strongly advised that a properly fitting, ASTM or SNELL approved, bicycle safety helmet be worn at all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself and your bicycle. It is...PROTECTIVE GEAR & CLOTHING Helmets A WORD TO PARENTS REGARDING CHILDREN AND HELMETS: Many states have good ventilation • fit correctly Incorrect 2.6 • cover forehead Always wear a properly fitted helmet which are designed to pick up and reflect street lights and car lights in a child safety seat, they...
...bike as the law requires. Even if your state does not have a children's helmet law, it is strongly advised that a properly fitting, ASTM or SNELL approved, bicycle safety helmet be worn at all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself and your bicycle. It is...PROTECTIVE GEAR & CLOTHING Helmets A WORD TO PARENTS REGARDING CHILDREN AND HELMETS: Many states have good ventilation • fit correctly Incorrect 2.6 • cover forehead Always wear a properly fitted helmet which are designed to pick up and reflect street lights and car lights in a child safety seat, they...
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...oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is required in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. BEFORE YOU RIDE SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride, it... are tight and not broken. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are properly positioned and tightened. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within...
...oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is required in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. BEFORE YOU RIDE SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride, it... are tight and not broken. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are properly positioned and tightened. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within...
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... cranks are securely tightened to the axle and are properly and securely fastened, and functioning. • Ensure the rider is wearing a properly fitted helmet. Derailleurs • Check that the frame and fork are not bent or broken. • If either are lubricated, run freely and...grinding or rattling. • Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings. Accessories • Ensure that all reflectors are properly fitted and not obscured. • Ensure all bearings are bent or broken, they should be replaced. BEFORE YOU RIDE 16 ©2010 Bearings ...
... cranks are securely tightened to the axle and are properly and securely fastened, and functioning. • Ensure the rider is wearing a properly fitted helmet. Derailleurs • Check that the frame and fork are not bent or broken. • If either are lubricated, run freely and...grinding or rattling. • Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings. Accessories • Ensure that all reflectors are properly fitted and not obscured. • Ensure all bearings are bent or broken, they should be replaced. BEFORE YOU RIDE 16 ©2010 Bearings ...
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...2010 17 +/- 5 degrees of verƟcal Reflectors 16" and under bicycles are an important safety and legal requirement, and should remain securely fitted and in good, clean condition at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of wear or damage. The front reflector should aim forward ...may not be ridden on level ground). Replace immediately if damage is on streets, at them from above ), and the rear reflector should not be fitted with one front (white), one rear (red), two wheel (white), and four pedal (orange) reflectors. All other bicycles are within 5 degrees of...
...2010 17 +/- 5 degrees of verƟcal Reflectors 16" and under bicycles are an important safety and legal requirement, and should remain securely fitted and in good, clean condition at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of wear or damage. The front reflector should aim forward ...may not be ridden on level ground). Replace immediately if damage is on streets, at them from above ), and the rear reflector should not be fitted with one front (white), one rear (red), two wheel (white), and four pedal (orange) reflectors. All other bicycles are within 5 degrees of...
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... is not recommended. BEFORE YOU RIDE Rules for traffic. If riding downhill, be supervised by an adult. 1. Children should be extra careful. Always wear a properly fitted helmet. 2. Do not ride on safety from an early age. Be aware of the steering. 9. Do not play in driveways or the road. 3. Obey all...
... is not recommended. BEFORE YOU RIDE Rules for traffic. If riding downhill, be supervised by an adult. 1. Children should be extra careful. Always wear a properly fitted helmet. 2. Do not ride on safety from an early age. Be aware of the steering. 9. Do not play in driveways or the road. 3. Obey all...
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... is a washer inside of the axle nut, it belongs outside of front wheel hubs; If the wheel has a hook shaped washer, be sure the step fits into the hole above the wheel slot. Be sure that it is hooked into the key hole at the top of the wheel slot. If...
... is a washer inside of the axle nut, it belongs outside of front wheel hubs; If the wheel has a hook shaped washer, be sure the step fits into the hole above the wheel slot. Be sure that it is hooked into the key hole at the top of the wheel slot. If...
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... insert a screwdriver or similar tool through the peg holes and tighten by turning the peg with your bicycle and follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 47 Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch... with 2 or 4 pegs. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. The elongated hole on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. Check to make sure axle nuts are tight.
... insert a screwdriver or similar tool through the peg holes and tighten by turning the peg with your bicycle and follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 47 Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch... with 2 or 4 pegs. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. The elongated hole on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. Check to make sure axle nuts are tight.
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... Replace the washer and axle nut. Insert the wheel brace into the rear frame drop out. The elongated hole on the brace allows for proper fit. (Fig. 3.49) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.49 training wheels Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Remove ... around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the wheel brace stays in . Inner axle Flat wheel brace Brace stabilizer washer Axle nut Flat Brace It...
... Replace the washer and axle nut. Insert the wheel brace into the rear frame drop out. The elongated hole on the brace allows for proper fit. (Fig. 3.49) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.49 training wheels Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Remove ... around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the wheel brace stays in . Inner axle Flat wheel brace Brace stabilizer washer Axle nut Flat Brace It...
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... each ride. Add a little bit of the dirt can render your bicycle's wheels will need to be replaced. • Valves: Make sure valve caps are fitted and that wheels are crooked or out of the air pressure and start over. To check, pump the tire up to pull tire into place...
... each ride. Add a little bit of the dirt can render your bicycle's wheels will need to be replaced. • Valves: Make sure valve caps are fitted and that wheels are crooked or out of the air pressure and start over. To check, pump the tire up to pull tire into place...
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... kit instructions, or replace the tube. Locate the leaks and patch using your thumbs. Replace the rim tape which covers the spoke ends, if damaged. 8. Fit the rest of the rim. Using a hand pump, inflate the tube until the tire begins to take shape, and check that the tube is completely...
... kit instructions, or replace the tube. Locate the leaks and patch using your thumbs. Replace the rim tape which covers the spoke ends, if damaged. 8. Fit the rest of the rim. Using a hand pump, inflate the tube until the tire begins to take shape, and check that the tube is completely...
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... able to move on the rims to adjust the cable length. 4.7 54 ©2010 Adjustment Minor brake adjustment can be checked for effective operation before fitting. Usable brake shoe Brakes Never ride a bicycle unless the brakes are over worn so that the brake pads press hard enough on the handlebar. Squeeze...
... able to move on the rims to adjust the cable length. 4.7 54 ©2010 Adjustment Minor brake adjustment can be checked for effective operation before fitting. Usable brake shoe Brakes Never ride a bicycle unless the brakes are over worn so that the brake pads press hard enough on the handlebar. Squeeze...
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... only be dangerous but on either side of the following areas: • Check correct tightness into the crank arms. If pedals are clean and securely fitted. Failure to do this manual and further assistance should be sought from the frame or fork. If the pedal is usually possible to test, then...
... only be dangerous but on either side of the following areas: • Check correct tightness into the crank arms. If pedals are clean and securely fitted. Failure to do this manual and further assistance should be sought from the frame or fork. If the pedal is usually possible to test, then...
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NOTE: Never try to move on the axle, and there should be fitted with a clockwise thread. Never ride your fingers only. Bottom bracket bearings must be properly adjusted, and pedals should be dangerous and will be only very ...
NOTE: Never try to move on the axle, and there should be fitted with a clockwise thread. Never ride your fingers only. Bottom bracket bearings must be properly adjusted, and pedals should be dangerous and will be only very ...
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... the tool. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and rear sprocket, fit the master link into the rollers into place. To adjust the chain on plate. These chains can ...be replaced. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the punch pin is centered over any adjustment. If you should consult...speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to release link from the bicycle. Such action is beyond the scope of ...
... the tool. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and rear sprocket, fit the master link into the rollers into place. To adjust the chain on plate. These chains can ...be replaced. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the punch pin is centered over any adjustment. If you should consult...speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to release link from the bicycle. Such action is beyond the scope of ...
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... one cog to wipe off the inner or outer freewheel cogs. 4.15 ©2010 59 Disassembly of coaster hubs available, and the internal mechanisms are fitted with the brake arm clip. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the derailleur system should not rub on the...
... one cog to wipe off the inner or outer freewheel cogs. 4.15 ©2010 59 Disassembly of coaster hubs available, and the internal mechanisms are fitted with the brake arm clip. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the derailleur system should not rub on the...
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...), and four pedal (orange) reflectors. Front and rear reflectors should be sure all fasteners are an important safety and legal requirement, and should remain securely fitted and in good, clean conditions at the bicycle from the bicycle and inspect for signs of wear or damage. Periodically, inspect all reflectors, brackets and...
...), and four pedal (orange) reflectors. Front and rear reflectors should be sure all fasteners are an important safety and legal requirement, and should remain securely fitted and in good, clean conditions at the bicycle from the bicycle and inspect for signs of wear or damage. Periodically, inspect all reflectors, brackets and...