Colorado FS 2026492 Instruction manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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DESCRIPTION TORQUE
1 A-Head Steerer Clamp Bolts 20Nm
(where fitted)
2 Stem Binder Bolt 15Nm
3 Brake Fixing Bolt (non disc) 5Nm
Applies to both front and rear brake
4 Axle Nut 30Nm
QR Axle 5Nm
5 Chain Wheel Securing Bolt 38Nm
6 Pedal 40Nm
7 F/Derailleur Cable Fixing Bolt 4Nm
8 R/Derailleur Cable Fixing Bolt 4Nm
9 Seat Pin (Allen Head) 20-35Nm
10 Saddle Clamp Bolt 30Nm
11 F/Derailleur Clamp Bolt 5.5Nm
TABLE OF RECOMMENDED TORQUE VALUES
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Roux bikes are guaranteed against material defects or faults of manufacturing from
the date of the original purchase as follows.
Frame & forks.
Roux frames and forks are warranted against failure or defects for a period of fo l-
lowing years.
1 year on double suspension frames.
1 year on suspension forks.
Lifetime on alloy frame & forks.
5 years on rigid carbon frame & forks.
Component Parts
Component parts are warranted against failure or defects for a period of up to one
year.
Note:
1. This warranty applies only to the original owner and is not transferable.
2. Claims under this warranty must be made through the original place of
purchase or an authorised dealer. Proof of purchase is required.
3. This warranty does not apply to damage or failure due to accidents, misuse,
abuse or neglect. Modification of the frame or components shall void this
warranty.
4. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, improper assembly by a
third party or poor maintenance or installation of parts or accessories not
originally intended or compatible with the cycle.
This bicycle has been designed to meet or exceed the requirements relevant to its
intended use and categorization within the CEN standard. As part of
bicycle has been assigned to one of the specific categories.
misuse, modification, or misunderstanding the intended purpose of the bicycle
could result in component failure and potentially serious injury. For your safety and
your warranty vaildation you must use your bicycle correctly and as intended by the
manufacturer.
If you are in any doubt as to the intended use of your cycle you must clarify it with your
retailer before riding.
We recommend a total rider + bike + luggage weight that does not exceed 120Kg.
Although exceeding this may not necessarily be unsafe we do advise you to check your
intended use with your retailer for clarification.
This warranty does not affect the statutory rights of the consumer, in itself this
warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damage.
We recommend you record your cycle serial number stamped on the frame but a fa r
TABLE OF RECOMMENDED TORQUE VALUES
TABLE OF RECOMMENDED TORQUE VALUES
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
10
9
3
11
2
1
4
5
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DESCRIPTION TORQUE
1 A-Head Steerer Clamp Bolts 20Nm
(where fitted)
2 Stem Binder Bolt 15Nm
3 Brake Fixing Bolt (non disc) 5Nm
Applies to both front and rear brake
4 Axle Nut 30Nm
QR Axle 5Nm
5 Chain Wheel Securing Bolt 38Nm
6 Pedal 40Nm
7 F/Derailleur Cable Fixing Bolt 4Nm
8 R/Derailleur Cable Fixing Bolt 4Nm
9 Seat Pin (Allen Head) 20-35Nm
10 Saddle Clamp Bolt 30Nm
11 F/Derailleur Clamp Bolt 5.5Nm
Warranty
Roux bikes are guaranteed against material defects or faults of manufacturing from
the date of the original purchase as follows.
Frame & forks.
Roux frames and forks are warranted against failure or defects for a period of fo l-
lowing years.
1 year on double suspension frames.
1 year on suspension forks.
Lifetime on alloy frame & forks.
5 years on rigid carbon frame & forks.
Component Parts
Component parts are warranted against failure or defects for a period of up to one
year.
Note:
1. This warranty applies only to the original owner and is not transferable.
2. Claims under this warranty must be made through the original place of
purchase or an authorised dealer. Proof of purchase is required.
3. This warranty does not apply to damage or failure due to accidents, misuse,
abuse or neglect. Modification of the frame or components shall void this
warranty.
4. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, improper assembly by a
third party or poor maintenance or installation of parts or accessories not
originally intended or compatible with the cycle.
This bicycle has been designed to meet or exceed the requirements relevant to its
intended use and categorization within the CEN standard. As part of
this process this
bicycle has been assigned to one of the specific categories.
misuse, modification, or misunderstanding the intended purpose of the bicycle
could result in component failure and potentially serious injury. For your safety and
your warranty vaildation you must use your bicycle correctly and as intended by the
manufacturer.
If you are in any doubt as to the intended use of your cycle you must clarify it with your
retailer before riding.
We recommend a total rider + bike + luggage weight that does not exceed 120Kg.
Although exceeding this may not necessarily be unsafe we do advise you to check your
intended use with your retailer for clarification.
This warranty does not affect the statutory rights of the consumer, in itself this
warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damage.
We recommend you record your cycle serial number stamped on the frame but a fa r
Warranty
COLORADO
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Frame
COLORADO
period of fol
1 year on double suspension frames.
1 year on suspension forks.
Lifetime on alloy frame & forks.
5 years on rigid carbon frame & forks.
C
omponent Parts
Component parts are warranted against failure or defects for a period of up to one
year.
No
1. This warranty applies only to the original owner and is not transferable.
2. Claims under this warranty must be made through the original place of
purchase or an authorised dealer. Proof of purchase is required.
3. This warranty does not apply to damage or failure due to accidents, misuse,
abuse or neglect. Modification of the frame or components shall void this
warranty.
4. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, improper assembly by a
third party or poor maintenance or installation of parts or accessories not
originally intended or compatible with the cycle.
This bicycle has been designed to meet or exceed the requirements relevant to its
intended use and categorization within the ISO4210 standard. As part of this process
this bicycle has been assigned to one of the specific categories.
misuse, modification, or misunderstanding the intended purpose of the bicycle
could result in component failure and potentially serious injury. For your safety and
your warranty vaildation you must use your bicycle correctly and as intended by the
manufacturer.
If you are in any doubt as to the intended use of your cycle you must clarify it with your
retailer before riding.
We recommend a total rider + bike + luggage weight that does not exceed 120Kg.
Although exceeding this may not necessarily be unsafe we do advise you to check your
intended use with your retailer for clarification.
This warranty does not affect the statutory rights of the consumer, in itself this
warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damage.
We recommend you record your cycle serial number stamped on the frame but a far
bikes are guaranteed against material defects or faults of
the date of the original purchase as follows.
& forks.
frames and forks are warranted against failure or defects for a
lowing years.
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manufacturing
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PARTS DESCRIPTION
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND LUBRICATION OF TYPICAL BICYCLE
Seat and Stem Nuts
Be sure seat and
stem nuts are tight.
Disc Brake
(Routine maintenance by your
dealer recommended).
Gears
Front - Rear - Lightly
oil moving parts. Maintain
adjustments of front and
rear derailleurs.
Half Yearly
Remove and clean, lubricate
chain, derailleur gears and all
cables. Check and replace as
required.
Bottom Bracket
Clean, regrease yearly
checking for wear.
Wheels
Check that axles are sealed
and secured properly. Rims
should be kept free from
wax, oil, grease and glue.
Check for loose or missing
spokes.
Chain
Keep lightly oiled, clean and lubricate regu-larly or as condition dictates (at least every
4th ride).
Cranks
Grease bearings monthly.
Check that axle bolts or
cotterpin bolts are tight.
Check for free play in
bottom bracket.
Yearly, remove, clean and
regrease hub axles, bottom
bracket set and headset.
Reflectors (pedal)
Check all fittings are secure.
Pedals
Lightly oil bearings
monthly.
Wheel Hubs
Grease bearings monthly.
Adjust cones to avoid free
play from side to side.
Disc Brakes
(Routine maintenance by your
dealer recommended.)
Reflectors
Check monthly.
Securely fixed.
Tyres
Check for cuts and wear.
Maintain pressure indicated
on tyre wall for maximum
efficiency.
Front Suspension unit
(Dealer adjustment only)
Reflectors (front & rear)
Ensure reflectors are secure and
undamaged. Replace if necessary.
Brakes
Lightly oil exposed cables monthly.
Maintain adjustment and replace
brake blocks when worn, brake cables
when frayed.
Handlebars
Check handlebar bolt is tight. Check
brake levers securely mounted to
bars and brakes stop smoothly and
efficiently.
Stem Nuts
Ensure stem nuts
and bolts are tight.
Headset
Remove, clean and
regrease bearings
yearly, checking
if replacements
required.
NB
Wash cycle weekly with warm soapy water and polish dry with
a soft cloth
Frame
Number.
Owner’s Responsibility and Important Points
Point 1 Carefully and thoroughly read this manual and follow the
instructions.
Point 2 Any major service or adjustments on your bicycle should be carried
out by a professional repairer; however if this service is not available
and you wish to make adjustments yourself, this manual contains
important tips on how to do it.
Point 3 CAUTION: Any adjustments you make are entirely your own risk.
Caution: To use your bicycle for freestyle and stunt riding,
competitive events, off-road use or any similar activities can be
dangerous and you are warned that you assume the risk for personal
injury, damages or losses incurred from such use. The Retailer shall
not be liable to the purchaser of the bicycle or to third parties for
consequential or special damages.
Point 4 Bicycles are built with a variety of equipment and accessories, and
you should familiarise yourself with their function and purpose, to
make sure you can operate them correctly.
This manual is not intended as a comprehensive service or maintenance manual, see your
dealer for all service, repair or maintenance queries.
SAFE CYCLING AND SAFETY TIPS
Before you ride your bicycle at any time make sure it is in a safe operating condition.
Particularly check that your:-
• Bicycle’s nuts, bolts and parts are tight and not worn or damaged.
• Riding position is comfortable.
• Brakes are operating effectively.
• Steering is free with no excessive play.
• Wheels run true and hub bearings are correctly adjusted.
• Wheels are properly secured and locked to frame/fork.
• Tyres are in good condition and inflated to correct pressure.
• Pedals are securely tightened to pedal cranks.
• Gears are correctly adjusted.
• All reflectors are in position.
• Before riding please note that the right hand brake lever operates the
front brake (in the U.K), and the left lever operates the rear brake (in the
U.K).
After you have made any adjustments to your bicycle, check that all nuts, bolts are
securely tightened and cables are free from kinks and fixed securely to the bicycle
frame.
if fitted
if fitted
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YOUR BICYCLE — OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY
Owner’s Responsibility and Important Points
Point 1 Carefully and thoroughly read this manual and follow the
instructions.
Point 2 Any major service or adjustments on your bicycle should be carried
out by a professional repairer; however if this service is not available
and you wish to make adjustments yourself, this manual contains
important tips on how to do it.
Point 3 CAUTION: Any adjustments you make are entirely your own risk.
Caution: To use your bicycle for freestyle and stunt riding,
competitive events, off-road use or any similar activities can be
dangerous and you are warned that you assume the risk for personal
injury, damages or losses incurred from such use. The Retailer shall
not be liable to the purchaser of the bicycle or to third parties for
consequential or special damages.
Point 4 Bicycles are built with a variety of equipment and accessories, and
you should familiarise yourself with their function and purpose, to
make sure you can operate them correctly.
This manual is not intended as a comprehensive service or maintenance manual, see your
dealer for all service, repair or maintenance queries.
SAFE CYCLING AND SAFETY TIPS
Before you ride your bicycle at any time make sure it is in a safe operating condition.
Particularly check that your:-
• Bicycle’s nuts, bolts and parts are tight and not worn or damaged.
• Riding position is comfortable.
• Brakes are operating effectively.
• Steering is free with no excessive play.
• Wheels run true and hub bearings are correctly adjusted.
• Wheels are properly secured and locked to frame/fork.
• Tyres are in good condition and inflated to correct pressure.
• Pedals are securely tightened to pedal cranks.
• Gears are correctly adjusted.
• All reflectors are in position.
• Before riding please note that the right hand brake lever operates the
front brake (in the U.K), and the left lever operates the rear brake (in the
U.K).
After you have made any adjustments to your bicycle, check that all nuts, bolts are
securely tightened and cables are free from kinks and fixed securely to the bicycle
frame.
YOUR BICYCLE — OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY
Owner’s Responsibility and Important Points
Point 1 Carefully and thoroughly read this manual and follow the
instructions.
Point 2 Any major service or adjustments on your bicycle should be carried
out by a professional repairer; however if this service is not available
and you wish to make adjustments yourself, this manual contains
important tips on how to do it.
Point 3 CAUTION: Any adjustments you make are entirely your own risk.
Caution: To use your bicycle for freestyle and stunt riding,
competitive events, off-road use or any similar activities can be
dangerous and you are warned that you assume the risk for personal
injury, damages or losses incurred from such use. The Retailer shall
not be liable to the purchaser of the bicycle or to third parties for
consequential or special damages.
Point 4 Bicycles are built with a variety of equipment and accessories, and
you should familiarise yourself with their function and purpose, to
make sure you can operate them correctly.
This manual is not intended as a comprehensive service or maintenance manual, see your
dealer for all service, repair or maintenance queries.
SAFE CYCLING AND SAFETY TIPS
Before you ride your bicycle at any time make sure it is in a safe operating condition.
Particularly check that your:-
• Bicycle’s nuts, bolts and parts are tight and not worn or damaged.
• Riding position is comfortable.
• Brakes are operating effectively.
• Steering is free with no excessive play.
• Wheels run true and hub bearings are correctly adjusted.
• Wheels are properly secured and locked to frame/fork.
• Tyres are in good condition and inflated to correct pressure.
• Pedals are securely tightened to pedal cranks.
• Gears are correctly adjusted.
• All reflectors are in position.
• Before riding please note that the right hand brake lever operates the
front brake (in the U.K), and the left lever operates the rear brake (in the
U.K).
After you have made any adjustments to your bicycle, check that all nuts, bolts are
securely tightened and cables are free from kinks and fixed securely to the bicycle
frame.
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Every six months (more frequently if high mileage or subject to heavy use) your bicycle
should be professionally checked to ensure that it is in correct and safe working order.
But remember, it is the responsibility of the rider to ensure all parts are in working
order, prior to riding the bike.
When Riding:
• Be aware of and obey current traffic regulations.
• Always obey all traffic regulations.
• Know and observe all local laws and rules for bicycles.
• Give clear hand signals in good time to warn other road users of
your intentions.
• Be aware of vehicles pulling in or out of traffic and for doors
being opened on parked cars.
• Always keep both your hands on the handlebars and your feet on
the pedals and also sit correctly on the seat at all times.
• Wear a protective cycling helmet and make sure no loose clothes can
catch in your wheels or chain.
• Take care to ride at a speed to suit the conditions and extra care
should be taken when riding on uneven surfaces, loose sand or gravel. Be alert
and avoid potholes, drain covers and grates or other road hazards.
Do Nots
• Do not ride on same side of road as oncoming traffic.
• Do not ride two abreast.
• Do not carry a passenger unless cycle is equipped to do so.
• Do not swerve in and out of traffic.
• Do not hang items over the handlebars to impede steering or catch in
the front wheel.
• Do not hold on to another vehicle.
• Do not ride too close behind another vehicle.
Caution: Wet Weather Riding
No brakes work as well under wet or icy conditions as they do under dry conditions.
In wet weather special precautions must be taken to assure safe stopping. Ride slower
than normal and apply your brakes well in advance of anticipated stops.
Caution: Night Riding
If you intend to ride on public roads, especially in the dark hours you should ensure
that your cycle is equipped with any legally required parts such as reflectors and
lights.
Check that the reflectors are firmly secured in their correct position and clean and not
obscured. Damaged reflectors must be replaced immediately.
5
General Suspension Units Notes
Your cycle may be fitted with suspension units built into parts of the frame and forks
We recommend these are serviced by your dealer as required. More information may be
found in the suspension manufacturers details supplied with your cycle.
Riding Position
It is important that you and your bicycle are fitted to each other, not only for
comfort and riding ease but for control and safety. Normally your Dealer will custom
fit your bicycle to you but the following few pages should help you to find your most
comfortable, safe and efficient position.
SEAT
Seat Adjustment
Loosen the nut on the seat-post clamp enough to allow the saddle to move forward and
back. The seat can then be aligned forward and back and the angle can also be adjusted
(it is recommended that the seat be parallel to the ground).
To adjust the seat up and down, loosen the binder-bolt on the seat tube, position the seat
and re-tighten the binder-bolt.
To adjust the saddle height for comfortable, safe riding you should release the seat pin
clamp mechanism with the tool provided and slide the seat post up and down to a position
whereby the riders leg is not quite fully extended at the lowest point of the pedal stroke.
This will give you the most efficient pedalling action. You may wish to tailor this to allow for,
the use of various footwear, personal mobility, and the ease of mounting and dismounting.
Retighten the seat pillar clamp mechanism so that the saddle is securely held in position
before riding.
CAUTION
The seat pillar has a minimum insertion mark and
this should not be visible. Always ensure this mark is
within the frame. Component and /or frame failure
can occur if the seat post is not inserted far enough
and serious injury could result.
If in doubt contact your retailer.
Warning: Bicycle should not be ridden if seat
adjustments are not properly tightened.
Every six months (more frequently if high mileage or subject to heavy use) your bicycle
5
should be professionally checked to ensure that it is in correct and safe working order.
But remember, it is the responsibility of the rider to ensure all parts are in working
order, prior to riding the bike.
When Riding:
• Be aware of and obey current traffic regulations.
• Always obey all traffic regulations.
• Know and observe all local laws and rules for bicycles.
• Give clear hand signals in good time to warn other road users of
your intentions.
• Be aware of vehicles pulling in or out of traffic and for doors
being opened on parked cars.
• Always keep both your hands on the handlebars and your feet on
the pedals and also sit correctly on the seat at all times.
• Wear a protective cycling helmet and make sure no loose clothes can
catch in your wheels or chain.
• Take care to ride at a speed to suit the conditions and extra care
should be taken when riding on uneven surfaces, loose sand or gravel. Be alert
and avoid potholes, drain covers and grates or other road hazards.
Do Nots
• Do not ride on same side of road as oncoming traffic.
• Do not ride two abreast.
• Do not carry a passenger unless cycle is equipped to do so.
• Do not swerve in and out of traffic.
• Do not hang items over the handlebars to impede steering or catch in
the front wheel.
• Do not hold on to another vehicle.
• Do not ride too close behind another vehicle.
Caution: Wet Weather Riding
No brakes work as well under wet or icy conditions as they do under dry conditions.
In wet weather special precautions must be taken to assure safe stopping. Ride slower
than normal and apply your brakes well in advance of anticipated stops.
Caution: Night Riding
If you intend to ride on public roads, especially in the dark hours you should ensure
that your cycle is equipped with any legally required parts such as reflectors and
lights.
Check that the reflectors are firmly secured in their correct position and clean and not
obscured. Damaged reflectors must be replaced immediately.
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General Suspension Units Notes
Your cycle may be fitted with suspension units built into parts of the frame and forks
We recommend these are serviced by your dealer as required. More information may be
found in the suspension manufacturers details supplied with your cycle.
Riding Position
It is important that you and your bicycle are fitted to each other, not only for
comfort and riding ease but for control and safety. Normally your Dealer will custom
fit your bicycle to you but the following few pages should help you to find your most
comfortable, safe and efficient position.
SEAT
Seat Adjustment
Loosen the nut on the seat-post clamp enough to allow the saddle to move forward and
back. The seat can then be aligned forward and back and the angle can also be adjusted
(it is recommended that the seat be parallel to the ground).
To adjust the seat up and down, loosen the binder-bolt on the seat tube, position the seat
and re-tighten the binder-bolt.
To adjust the saddle height for comfortable, safe riding you should release the seat pin
clamp mechanism with the tool provided and slide the seat post up and down to a position
whereby the riders leg is not quite fully extended at the lowest point of the pedal stroke.
This will give you the most efficient pedalling action. You may wish to tailor this to allow for,
the use of various footwear, personal mobility, and the ease of mounting and dismounting.
Retighten the seat pillar clamp mechanism so that the saddle is securely held in position
before riding.
CAUTION
The seat pillar has a minimum insertion mark and
this should not be visible. Always ensure this mark is
within the frame. Component and /or frame failure
can occur if the seat post is not inserted far enough
and serious injury could result.
If in doubt contact your retailer.
Warning: Bicycle should not be ridden if seat
adjustments are not properly tightened.
Saddle
Seat Post
Minimum
Insertion mark
General Suspension Units Notes
Your cycle may be fitted with suspension units built into parts of the frame and forks
We recommend these are serviced by your dealer as required. More information may be
found in the suspension manufacturers details supplied with your cycle.
Riding Position
It is important that you and your bicycle are fitted to each other, not only for
comfort and riding ease but for control and safety. Normally your Dealer will custom
fit your bicycle to you but the following few pages should help you to find your most
comfortable, safe and efficient position.
SEAT
Seat Adjustment
Loosen the nut on the seat-post clamp enough to allow the saddle to move forward and
back. The seat can then be aligned forward and back and the angle can also be adjusted
(it is recommended that the seat be parallel to the ground).
To adjust the seat up and down, loosen the binder-bolt on the seat tube, position the seat
and re-tighten the binder-bolt.
To adjust the saddle height for comfortable, safe riding you should release the seat pin
clamp mechanism with the tool provided and slide the seat post up and down to a position
whereby the riders leg is not quite fully extended at the lowest point of the pedal stroke.
This will give you the most efficient pedalling action. You may wish to tailor this to allow for,
the use of various footwear, personal mobility, and the ease of mounting and dismounting.
Retighten the seat pillar clamp mechanism so that the saddle is securely held in position
before riding.
CAUTION
The seat pillar has a minimum insertion mark and
this should not be visible. Always ensure this mark is
within the frame. Component and /or frame failure
can occur if the seat post is not inserted far enough
and serious injury could result.
If in doubt contact your retailer.
Saddle
Seat Post
Warning: Bicycle should not be ridden if seat
adjustments are not properly tightened.
Minimum
Insertion mark
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HANDLEBARS AND STEMS
As your cycle may be fitted with a standard ‘quill’ stem or an A-Head stem, you must always
check that all the bolts are tight before cycling.
Standard Stem: Loosen expander bolt so that expander wedge is not tight in bottom of
handlebar stem. Gently tap the top of the expander bolt to further loosen the wedge if
necessary. When the expander wedge is loose, move the handlebars up or down until you
find the optimum height at which you can easily reach the brake levers and comfortably
grasp the handlebars. Usually this height is level with, or slightly lower than, the top of the
saddle. Be sure the stem is in line with the front wheel.
When desirable height has been achieved, align the handlebar with the front wheel and
securely tighten expander bolt.
Caution: It is extremely important to tighten the expander bolt sufficiently, so that when
the wheel is held between your legs and the handlebars are twisted, the handlebars do not
move. Do not over tighten, as it may increase risk of injury to the rider. Position grip portion
of handlebars horizontally and securely tighten the binder bolt.
Note: Whenever the handlebar stem is removed from the head tube then the expander bolt
should be lightly greased.
A-Head stem: The height of the extension on A-head systems can be altered in 2 ways
either by disassembly of the bars and flipping the extension over. This gives a simple up or
down position of the extension angle or move the position of the extension spacers.
1. Remove compression cap and bolt.
2. Loosen clamp bolts that secure the extension to the steerer.
3. Remove the extension from steerer fit extra spacer washers or remove
them under the extension. This adjustment is limited as the compression bolt
must be able to engage the thread inside the steerer. Also the clamp bolts
must act onto the steerer directly.
4. If lowering the extension put the spacers you remove back on top of the
extension and under the compression cap. this saves re cutting the steerer.
5. Re tighten the compression cap to take slack up from the headset bearings.
6. Re tighten the steerer clamp bolts to lock everything in position.
Caution: Do not over tighten the top compression bolt, this should be pre-set to eliminate
bearing play, overtightening will cause premature wear.
If in doubt contact your retailer for service.
BRAKES
WARNING
For safe riding it is important to completely understand the operation of your bicycle’s
brake system. Improper use of your bicycle’s brake system may result in a loss of
control or an accident, which could lead to severe injury. Because each bicycle may
handle differently, be sure to learn the proper braking technique (including brake lever
pressure and bicycle control characteristics) and operation of your bicycle. This can
be done by consulting your professional bicycle dealer and this owner’s manual, and by
practicing your riding and braking technique.
There are two brake mechanisms working independently. One on the front wheel and
the other on the rear wheel. The brakes are operated by hand levers fastened to the
handlebars. The right lever controls the front brake and the left lever controls the rear
brake.
To stop with safety:
1. Operate the rear brake (left lever) slightly before the front brake (right lever).
2. Apply firm pressure to both front and rear brake levers.
Caution: If the front brake is applied with too much pressure, the rider may
be thrown off the bicycle.
3. Never apply the front brake on a turn. This is especially dangerous when
cornering or riding on slippery or loose surface roads.
4. Brakes are less effective in wet weather. Ride slower and allow more distance
for stopping.
5. Do not ride your bicycle if the braking system is not working correctly. If you are
in doubt, take your bicycle to your dealer.
HANDLEBARS AND STEMS
As your cycle may be fitted with a standard ‘quill’ stem or an A-Head stem, you must always
check that all the bolts are tight before cycling.
Standard Stem: Loosen expander bolt so that expander wedge is not tight in bottom of
handlebar stem. Gently tap the top of the expander bolt to further loosen the wedge if
necessary. When the expander wedge is loose, move the handlebars up or down until you
find the optimum height at which you can easily reach the brake levers and comfortably
grasp the handlebars. Usually this height is level with, or slightly lower than, the top of the
saddle. Be sure the stem is in line with the front wheel.
When desirable height has been achieved, align the handlebar with the front wheel and
securely tighten expander bolt.
Caution: It is extremely important to tighten the expander bolt sufficiently, so that when
the wheel is held between your legs and the handlebars are twisted, the handlebars do not
move. Do not over tighten, as it may increase risk of injury to the rider. Position grip portion
of handlebars horizontally and securely tighten the binder bolt.
Note: Whenever the handlebar stem is removed from the head tube then the expander bolt
should be lightly greased.
A-Head stem: The height of the extension on A-head systems can be altered in 2 ways
either by disassembly of the bars and flipping the extension over. This gives a simple up or
down position of the extension angle or move the position of the extension spacers.
1. Remove compression cap and bolt.
2. Loosen clamp bolts that secure the extension to the steerer.
3. Remove the extension from steerer fit extra spacer washers or remove
them under the extension. This adjustment is limited as the compression bolt
must be able to engage the thread inside the steerer. Also the clamp bolts
must act onto the steerer directly.
4. If lowering the extension put the spacers you remove back on top of the
extension and under the compression cap. this saves re cutting the steerer.
5. Re tighten the compression cap to take slack up from the headset bearings.
6. Re tighten the steerer clamp bolts to lock everything in position.
Caution: Do not over tighten the top compression bolt, this should be pre-set to eliminate
bearing play, overtightening will cause premature wear.
If in doubt contact your retailer for service.
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