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Genesis City, Trekking/ATB, Mountain, Racing, Pedelec/E-bike Instruction Manual

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Original instruction manual
City bike, Trekking/ATB bike
Mountain bike, Racing bike
Youth bike
ISO 4210:2014
Pedelec / E-bike
Translation of the Original instruction manual
EN 15194
Frame
1
Top tube
2
Down tube
3
Seat tube
4
Head tube
5
Chain stays
6
Seat stays
Seat
Seat post Seat post clamp
Brake
Bicycle parts/ road bike
1
Headset
Stem
Handlebars with bar tape
Brake/shifter lever
4
Brake cable
Shifter cable
6
Derailleur cassette Dropout
7
Rear derailleur Front derailleur
Chain
Chain ring Crank arm
Pedal
7
Fastening rear wheel (bolted axle / thru axle / quick release)
The Road Racing bike, Triathlon/Time trial bike, Cyclocross bike, Single-speed bike/Fixie, Pedelec/e-bike you purchased may look different. This operating manual only applies to the bicycle with which it was supplied.
3
2
Fork
Disc brake caliper
Brake disc
5
8
Wheel:
Hub
Spoke
Tyre
Rim
Valve
8
Fastening front wheel (bolted axle / thru axle / quick release)
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3in1 E EN 3.0
C4
Contents
Bicycle parts/city and touring bikes C2
Bicycle parts/mountain bike C3
Bicycle parts/road bike C4
Contents 1
Foreword 2
Safety information 3
Before the rst ride 4
Before each ride 5
If you have fallen 5
Legal regulations 6
Intended use 6
Adjusting the bicycle to the rider 10
Using quick releases and through axles 10 Through axles 11 Installing pedals 12 Setting up the seating position 13 Setting up the angle of the seat 13 Setting up the position of the handlebars/stem 14 Setting up the brake levers 15 Back pedal brakes 16
Children 16
Children's bicycle / training wheels 16 Transporting children/child bike trailers 17
Frame 18
Suspension 19
Maintenance/upkeep 20
Chain 20 Belt drive 21 Wheels 22 Rims/tyres 22 Tyres and tyre pressure 23 Tubeless tyres 24 Tubular tyres 24
Dealing with a at tyre 24
Brakes 26 Gear system 29 Inspection plan 31 Lubrication 33 Bolted connections 34
Loose accessories 35
Loose luggage rack 35 Bar ends 35
Attached accessories 36
Accessories/ maintenance/ spare parts 36 Light system 36 Mudguard 37 Rack 37 Triathlon/TT bike 39 Disc wheels, special wheels 39 Electrical/electronic gear shifting system 39
When you have purchased a BMX bicycle 40
How to use carbon components 41
Transporting the bicycle 42
Liability for material defects (warranty) 43
Environmental protection tips 43
What aspects are particularly important to consider when riding a pedelec? 44
Introduction 44 General safety information 44 Different versions of motors and batteries 45 Legal regulations 46
Before the rst ride 47
Notes on electrical and electronic components 47 Charging process 48 Storage of the battery 50 Initial operation 51 Functionality 51 Range 52 Recuperation 52 Riding without motor support 52 Maintenance and care 53 Different guidelines for S-Pedelecs / E-Bikes 54 Bike tuning is not permitted 56 Trailer operation 57 Transporting a Pedelec 57 Liability for material defects and service life 57
Imprint 58
Inspections 58
Hand-over documentation C5
Bicycle identication C6
Notes C7
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Foreword
Dear Customer,
to start with, we’d like to provide you with some important information about your new bicycle.
This will help you make the most of its benets
and avoid any possible risks. Please read this instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference.
Your bicycle has been handed over to you fully assembled and adjusted. If this is not the case, please contact your specialist retailer to ensure that this important work is completed or make sure you carefully read the enclosed assembly instructions and follow all the directions given.
It is assumed that users of this product have
a basic and sufcient knowledge of how to use
bicycles. Everyone that uses
• repairs or services
• cleans
• or disposes of this bicycle has to understand and take note of the content and purpose of this operating manual. If you have any further questions or have not quite understood certain points, you should contact a specialist bicycle retailer for your own safety.
All information contained in this operating man­ual relates to the design, technology as well as care and maintenance of your bicycle. Please take note of this information, as much of it is relevant to safety. Failure to consider this information can cause accidents, falls and damage to property.
As modern bicycle technology is highly com­plex, we have chosen to only describe the most important points.
As modern bicycle technology is highly com­plex, we have chosen to only describe the most important points.
For more specic technical details, please re­fer to the enclosed notes and instructions from the respective manufacturers of the individual components used. If you are unsure about a particular point, please contact your specialist retailer.
Before riding your bicycle on public roads, you should inform yourself about the applicable national regulations in your spe-
cic country.
Firstly, here are a few important pointers as to the rider’s person which are also very important:
• Always wear a suit-
able bicycle hel-
met adjusted to t your head and wear
it for every ride!
• Read the instructions supplied by your hel-
met manufacturer relating to tting the helmet
properly.
• Always wear bright clothing or sportswear with
reective elements when you ride. This is vital
so that other people can SEE YOU.
• Always wear tight clothing on your lower body,
and trouser clips if required. Your shoes should
be grippy and have stiff soles.
• Never ride with your hands off the handlebars
Even if you are an experienced bicycle user,
please take the time to rst read the chapter “Be­fore the rst ride” and then carry out all the impor­tant checks from the chapter “Before each ride”!
Please note that as a bike rider, you are par-
ticularly at risk on public roads.
Ensure that you protect yourself and others
with responsible and safe riding!
Note for parents and legal guardians:
As your child‘s legal guardian, you are respon­sible for your child‘s actions and safety. This in­cludes responsibility for the technical condition
of your child‘s bicycle and adjusting it to t your
child‘s body size.
Please read the “Children‘s bicycles” section for
aspects which you and your child should always consider. In addition, you should also ensure that your child has learnt how to use the bicycle safely. The child should know how to ride the bicycle prop­erly and responsibly in the environment in which it will be used.
• Note that children un­der eight years of age have to ride on the pavement. Children between eight and ten years of age may use the pavement.
• Children must dismount from their bicycle when they have to cross a cycle lane.
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Safety information
Please carefully read all warnings and notes in this operating manual before using the bicycle. We recommend keeping the manual close to your bicycle, so that it is always at hand.
Please ensure you read the chapters “Be-
fore the rst ride” and “Before each ride” be­fore using the bicycle for the rst time!
If you lend your bicycle to a third party, please
give them this operating manual with the bicycle.
This operating manual contains different types of pointers – one providing important information about your new bicycle and how to use it, a second referring to possible damage to property and the environment, and a third type warning against po­tential falls and serious damage, including physical injury. The fourth type of pointer asks you to com­ply with the correct torque in order to prevent com­ponents from coming loose or breaking. If you see this symbol, there is always a risk that the danger described can occur! The text which the warning covers always has a grey background.
The warnings break down as follows:
Information: This symbol pro­vides information about how to use the product or highlights spe-
cic parts of the operating manual
that are particularly important.
Warning: This symbol is aimed at warning you against improper use that could result in damage to property or the environment.
Danger: This symbol indicates possible dangers to your health
and life that could arise if specic
actions are not taken or corre­sponding regulations adhered to.
Important bolted connection!
Please adhere to the exact rec­ommended torque when tighten-
ing this connection. The correct mounting torque is either displayed on the com­ponent or listed in the table of torques on page
34. A torque wrench has to be used to achieve the precise prescribed torque. If you don’t own a torque wrench then you should always leave this work up to a specialist retailer! Parts which do not have the correct torque could fall off or break! This can result in serious accidents!
Check that all quick releases are safe and secure every time you ride after your bicycle was un­used, even for a short period of time! Regularly check that all bolts and components are secure.
Note that components made of composite materials, i.e. carbon bre, often require a low­er tightening torque. See page 34. Common parts made of carbon bre include the handle­bars, stems, seat posts and saddle rails, frames, forks, and cranks. Ask your specialist retailer to instruct you on how to properly use and maintain these materials.
These operating instructions are based on the assumption that you can ride a bicycle. These are not instructions to learn how to ride a bicycle. They are also not intended to provide information on how to assemble or repair the bicycle.
Please be aware that riding a bicycle involves some basic risks. You, the bicycle rider, are ex­posed to particular risk. Always remain aware that you are not as protected as you are, for ex­ample, in a motorcar. You have no airbag and there is no car body. You are nevertheless mov­ing faster and in other parts of the road than a pedestrian. You should therefore pay special at­tention to other road users.
Never use headphones or a mobile phone while riding a bicycle. Never ride when you are not able to keep full control. This applies, in particular, after taking medication or consuming alcohol or drugs.
• Please adapt your riding style
to the conditions when the
road is wet or slippery. Ride
more slowly and brake earlier,
as the braking distance will be
signicantly increased.
• Adapt your speed to the terrain and your rid-
ing skills.
• Never ride with your hands off the handlebars.
Modern bicycle technology is high tech! Working on bicycle parts there-
fore requires special knowledge, ex­perience and specialist tools! Please do not attempt to work on the bicycle yourself! Give your bicycle to a specialist retailer for repair, servicing and maintenance!
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Drive train
Gear system
Suspension
fork
Before the rst ride
Please also consult the additional operating manuals of the individual component manufac­turers, which were supplied with your bicycle or available online.
Your specialist bicycle retailer will be happy to answer any further questions you have after reading this manual.
Please ensure that your bicycle is ready for
use and is adjusted to t your body.
These include:
• Setting the position and xture of the seat and handlebars
• Checking the assembly and settings of the brakes
• Securing the wheels into the frame and fork
To ensure that you enjoy a safe and comfortable riding position, please allow your specialist deal­er to set up your handlebars and stem.
Adjust the seat to a safe and comfortable posi-
tion for you (see page 13).
Allow your specialist retailer to set up the
brakes so that the brake levers are always within easy reach. Ensure that you know which lever operates which brake (right/left)!
The right brake lever operates the rear wheel
brake. The left brake lever operates the front wheel brake. Despite this, however, you should still check if the same rule applies to your bike’s
levers before riding it for the rst time, as this can
sometimes vary.
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Modern braking systems might be more powerful or have a different
functionality than those that you are used to. Please get to know the brakes on a safe piece of land before setting off on your
rst ride with the bicycle!
If you use a bicycle with carbon bre rims,
please note that this material provides a sig­nicantly weaker braking effect in combina­tion with rim brakes than aluminium rims do!
Also remember that the effectiveness of brakes can be different, often worse, than you are used to in wet conditions or on slippery surfaces. Please take the possibility of longer braking distances and slippery surfaces into account when riding!
If you are riding a single speed or a “xie”,
please familiarise yourself with its behaviour
under braking before your rst ride! Single
speed wheels with just one brake are not per­mitted on public roads. Fixie bicycles cannot freewheel, which means that the pedals AL­WAYS turn with bicycle‘s wheels.
Get familiar with the grip of your bicy­cle pedals when they have a rubber
or plastic cage. Rubber and plastic pedals become very slippery under wet con­ditions!
Ensure that the wheels are securely fastened in the frame and fork. Check that all quick release skewers, through axles and all important nuts and bolts are secure (see page 10 and 34).
Lift your bicycle up slightly and drop it onto the ground from about 10 cm in the air. If it rattles or makes another unusual noise, ask a specialist re-
tailer to identify and x the problem before you ride.
Push the wheels forwards with the brakes applied. The back brake should completely pre­vent the back wheel from moving, while the front brake should lift the back wheel off the ground with its braking effect. Please take an initial test ride in a safe place where you can familiarise yourself with the new brakes! Modern brakes can behave completely differently under braking than those that you are perhaps used to. The bicycle‘s steering should not rattle under braking or exhibit any play.
Check the air pressure in the tyres. You will
nd instructions as to the correct tyre pressures
on the sides of the tyres. Please adhere to the required minimum and maximum pressure! If
you cannot nd any recommended pressures,
2.5 bar/36 psi is a suitable pressure for most tyres. If the wheels are thinner than 30 mm or
11/8", the tyre pressure should be lled to 4
bar/58 psi.
As a general rule of thumb when you are out on a ride, you can check the tyre pressure by doing the following: If you place your thumb on a pumped up tyre, you should not be able to sig-
nicantly change its shape by applying pressure.
Check the tyres and rims. Scan them for any damage, cracks or deformations, as well as em­bedded particles, e.g. shards of glass or sharp stones.
If you have fallen
If you should nd any cuts, rips or holes,
please refrain from riding! First have your bicycle checked over by a specialist.
Before each ride
Before every ride, please check that:
• The lights and bell are working and safely se­cured
• The brakes are working safely and are prop­erly secured
• The cables and ttings are not leaking if you have a model with hydraulic brakes
• The tyres are free of foreign objects and dam­age, and the rims are not damaged and run true, particularly after riding off road
• The tyres have a sufcient tread depth
• The suspension components are working properly and are safely secured
• The screws, nuts, through axles and quick
releases are rmely placed (see page 10 and
34).
• There are no deformations or cracks on the frame and fork.
• The handlebars, stem, seat post and seat are both correctly and securely fastened as well as set up in the right position
• The seat post and seat are secure. Try turning the seat or tipping it upwards or downwards. It should not move.
• If you are using clipless/magnet pedals, please check that they are working properly. The ped­als should release easily and smoothly.
• For BMX bicycles: Safe operation of the rotor, safe attachment of the handlebars to the stem and of the axle pegs.
If you are unsure of whether your bi­cycle is in a sound technical condi­tion, take it to a specialist retailer to
be checked instead of riding it!
It is particularly important if you use your bi­cycle a lot, either through sports riding or daily use, that you regularly have all the important parts checked by a specialist retailer.
Frame and fork, suspension components and other parts relevant to your safety such as brakes and wheels are subject to heavy wear, which can impact the operating safety of these parts.
If you use parts for longer than their intended lifetime, these can fail without warning, which can in turn lead to falls and serious injury!
Please make these checks before continuing after a fall or if your bicy­cle falls over!
Aluminium parts cannot be safely bent back into shape, while carbon components can sustain damage which is not recognisable to the eye.
Allow the bike to be checked by a specialist retailer.
Check the entire bicycle for dam­age. It could have dents and cracks in the frame and the fork as well as bent components. When parts of the handlebars or the
seat were shifted or twisted, the respective parts must be checked for functionality and safe attachment.
• Look carefully at the frame and the fork. Defor-
mation can usually be seen quite clearly when you look at the surface from different angles.
• Look whether the seat, seat post, stem or
handlebars are still in their correct position. Do NOT twist or bend the component from its changed position without opening the re­spective screw connection. It is essential that you adhere to the fastening torque prescribed when fastening the components. The appro­priate information can be found on page 34
and in the Chapter “Quick release”, page 10.
• Check whether both wheels are correctly and
securely attached to the frame and the fork.
• Lift the front wheel and turn it and then lift
the rear wheel and turn it. The rim must run straight and centrally through the brakes. The tyre may not touch the brakes. The distance between the frame or the fork and the tyre in­dicates whether a wheel runs in a central posi­tion in bicycles with disk brakes.
• Test whether both brakes have full functionality.
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Legal regulations
Intended use
• Do not start riding before checking whether the chain is safely resting on the chain wheel and the sprocket. It must run fully over the gear wheels. Falls and serious injuries may result if you start off and the chain falls off a gear wheel.
Aluminum components may break suddenly if they have become de-
formed. Do not use deformed or bent components, e.g. after a fall. Always ex­change such components.
Components made of carbon can be se­verely damaged without showing any dam­age. Have all components made of carbon checked by a specialist dealer after a fall.
Do NOT ride on when you notice that something on your bicycle has changed. Check loose parts for functionality and always use a torque spanner to fasten them. Bring your bicycle to a special­ist dealer, describe the fall and have the bicycle inspected!
Before riding your bicycle on public roads, you should inform yourself about the applicable na-
tional regulations in your specic country.
This section provides information on how the
bicycle has to be equipped to be permitted to
participate in public road trafc.
Here you can nd out which light systems
have to be installed or carried with you and which brakes the bicycle has to be equipped with.
There is also an explanation of which age re­strictions apply and what age riders have to be to ride where. The par­ticipation of children in public road
trafc is also addressed here. If
there is an obligation to wear a hel­met, it is stated here.
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Bicycles are intended for transporting one person at a time. Transporting an
additional person on the bike is only permitted in the framework of national legis­lation. A tandem is exempt from this. If you would like to transport baggage, this requires that your bicycle is tted with suitable equip­ment. Children can only be transported in chil­dren‘s seats or trailers intended for this pur­pose. We recommend not taking any chances when it comes to quality in this area!
Ensure that you do not exceed the maxi-
mum permissible weight.
(see page C5)
Permitted overall weight: Rider‘s
weight + Bicycle weight + Baggage
weight
The information in these operating instructions only applies to bicycle types that are listed on the cover.
Information concerning individual bicycle types
is marked appropriately.
Appropriate use includes adherence to the op­erating, maintenance and repair conditions that are described in these operating instructions.
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If your bicycle is equipped in line with national
law, the following is permitted:
Type 1
Trekking bikes
and appropriately equipped pedelecs, youth bicycles, child bicycles and single
speed/xie bicycles can be used on public roads and light off-road conditions, such as eld paths.
Type 2
City and tour bikes
and appropriately equipped pedelecs, youth bicycles, child bi­cycles and single speed/
xie bicycles can be
used on public roads and paved routes.
Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for damage resulting from use outside of intended use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of:
• Using the bicycle on terrain
• Carrying excess weight or
• Making improper repairs to defects These bikes are not designed for extreme impact. This includes riding over steps, bike jumping, ex­treme use in authorised biking competitions, do­ing tricks and performing stunts. Participating in a competition is only permissible if the manufac­turer has designed the bike to do so.
Type 3
Racing bikes
and appropriately equipped Pedelecs/ youth bikes/ single
speed bikes/ xed-gear
bikes should be used on public roads, smooth surfaces and paved streets. Participating in a competition is only per­missible if the manufacturer has designed the bike to do so.
Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for damage resulting from use outside of intended use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of:
• Use on terrain
• Excess load
• Improperly repairing defects These bikes are not designed for extreme im­pact. This includes riding over steps, bike jump­ing, extreme use in authorised biking competi­tions, doing tricks and performing stunts.
Type 4
Triathlon /Time trial bikes
are used on public roads, smooth surfaces and paved streets. Par­ticipating in a competi­tion is only permissible if the manufacturer has designed the bike to do so.
Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for damage resulting from use outside of intended use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of:
• Use on terrain
• Excess load
• Improperly repairing defects These bikes are not designed for extreme im­pact. This includes riding over steps, bike jump­ing, extreme use in authorised biking competi­tions, doing tricks and performing stunts.
Type 5
Cyclocross bikes
and appropriately equipped youth bikes,
single speed/ xed-
gear bikes should be used on public roads and easy terrain, including unpaved pathways and designated cyclocross courses. Participating in a competition is only permissible if the manu­facturer has designed the bike to do so.
Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for damage resulting from use outside of intended use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of:
• Use on challenging terrain and riding over ob-
stacles.
• Excess load
• Improperly repairing defects These bikes are not designed for extreme im­pact. This includes riding over steps, bike jump­ing, extreme use in authorised biking competi­tions, doing tricks and performing stunts.
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Type 6
MTB – spring travel up to approx. 120 mm and appropriately equipped pedelecs, youth bicycles and sin-
gle speed/xie bicycles
can be used on public
roads and light off-road conditions such as eld
paths, trails and cross-country courses. They may be used to ride over small obstacles such as roots, rocks or steps. Appropriate protective equipment (suitable helmet, gloves) should be worn.
Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for damage resulting from use outside of intended use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of:
• Using the bicycle on terrain
• Carrying excess weight or
• Making improper repairs to defects These bikes are not designed for extreme im­pact. This includes riding over steps, bike jump­ing, extreme use in authorised biking competi­tions, doing tricks and performing stunts.
Type 7
All Mountain – spring travel approx. 120-150mm and appropriately equipped pedelecs can be used on public roads and off-road. They may be used to ride over obstacles such as roots, rocks or steps. Small jumps are permitted. Appropriate protective equipment (suitable helmet, gloves, protectors as necessary) should be worn.
Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for damage resulting from use outside of intended use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of:
• Using the bicycle in extreme off-road condi-
tions, for high jumps, steep descents or in bike
parks
• Carrying excess weight or
• Making improper repairs to defects Bicycles are generally not designed to withstand extreme stress, such as steep descents or high jumps, nor heavy-duty use, such as authorised competitive events, tricks or stunts.
Type 8
Enduro – spring travel approx. 150-180mm
and appropriately equipped pedelecs can be used on public roads and off-road. They may be used to ride over obstacles such as roots, rocks or steps. Jumps are permitted. Appropriate pro-
tective equipment (suitable helmet, full-nger
gloves, protectors as necessary) should be worn.
Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for damage resulting from use outside of intended use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of:
• Using the bicycle on rough terrain, for high jumps, steep descents or hard riding in bike parks
• Carrying excess weight or
• Making improper repairs to defects
These bikes are not designed for extreme stress. This includes steep descents or high jumps, ex­treme use in authorised biking competitions, do­ing tricks or performing stunts.
Type 9
Freeride/Downhill – spring travel from 180mm
and appropriately equipped pedelecs can be used on public roads and off-road. They may be used to ride over obstacles such as roots, rocks or steps. Jumps are permitted. Appropriate pro-
tective equipment (full-face helmet, full-nger
gloves, protectors) should be worn.
Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for
damage resulting from use outside of intended use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of:
• Using the bicycle on rough terrain, for very high jumps, steep descents or hard riding in bike parks
• Carrying excess weight or
• Making improper repairs to defects
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These bikes are not designed for extreme stress. This includes extreme use in authorised biking competitions, doing crazy tricks or performing stunts.
Type 10
BMX
and appropriately equipped youth bicycles and
single speed/xie bicycles can be used on public roads and light off-road conditions such as eld
paths, BMX trails, ramps and skate parks. They may be used to ride over small obstacles such as roots, rocks or steps. Appropriate protective equipment (suitable helmet, gloves, protectors) should be worn.
Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for damage resulting from use outside of intended use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of:
• Using the bicycle on rough terrain, for jumps,
steep descents, in bike parks
• Carrying excess weight or
• Making improper repairs to defects These bikes are not designed for extreme stress. This includes steep descents or high jumps, ex­treme use in authorised biking competitions, do­ing tricks or performing stunts.
Type 11
Dirt/Street/Freestyle Bikes
and appropriately equipped youth bicycles and
single speed/xie bicycles can be used on pub­lic roads and off-road such as eld paths, BMX
trails, ramps and dirt lines. They may be used to ride over obstacles such as roots, rocks or steps. Appropriate protective equipment (suitable hel­met, gloves) should be worn.
Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for damage resulting from use outside of intended use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of:
• Using the bicycle on rough terrain, for very
high jumps, steep descents or hard riding in
bike parks
• Carrying excess weight or
• making improper repairs to defects These bikes are not designed for extreme stress. This includes extreme use in authorised biking competitions, doing tricks or performing stunts.
Type 12
Cross bikes/ATBs
and appropriately equipped pedelecs youth bicycles and sin-
gle speed/xie bicycles
can be used on public
roads, and light off-road conditions such as eld
paths. They may be used to ride over small ob­stacles such as roots or rocks.
Manufacturers and dealers are not liable for damage resulting from use outside of intended use. This applies particularly to damage resulting from non-adherence to the safety instructions, e.g., in terms of:
• Using the bicycle on terrain,
• Carrying excess weight or
• Making improper repairs to defects These bikes are not designed for extreme im­pact. This includes riding over steps, bike jump­ing, extreme use in authorised biking competi­tions, doing tricks and performing stunts.
Participating in a competition is only permissible if the manufacturer has designed the bike to do so.
If you are not certain about which kind of bike you have, ask your specialist retailer or the man­ufacturer about its use and limitations. Inform yourself about current legislation before riding your bike on public roads and pathways. Only ride on routes which are permitted for your type of bicycle.
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Adjusting the bicycle to the rider
The seat post, seat, stem and handlebars can only be tightened and secured with quick releas­es or bolted connections.
For detailed information, please read the instructions supplied by the manufacturer. The functionality and
secure t of the suspension parts are vital for
your safety!
Possible positions for adjusting bolted connections
Possible positions of quick releases / through axles
If your bicycle has one or several full oating axles, please read the cor-
responding instructions provided by the component manufacturer on how to oper­ate and service these parts.
Loosening adjusting nuts
Using quick releases and through axles
Quick releases and through axles are systems
installed on the bicycle in place of bolted con­nections. They consist of two parts: The clamp­ing lever, which provides the necessary clamping force, and the locking nut, which allows you to regulate the clamping force. You can change the setup of your quick release when the clamping lever is open.
The quick release closes with the
correct holding force when counter-
pressure is visible at the centre of the lever movement and the force of the ball of your thumb is required to close the lever completely.
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Tightening adjustment nuts
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* see page 34
• All quick releases must be rmly closed before you ride off.
• Make sure that all quick releases
and through axles are properly in place even if the bike was only left unattended for a short period of time.
• The quick release lever must be close to the frame, fork or seat post when it is closed!
• The tip of the quick release lever must always point towards the back when it is closed. This ensures that it cannot open due to contact during the ride.
Please lock down wheels and other parts that are attached with quick re­leases when you park your bicycle.
Inappropriately installed wheels may shift while you are driving or detach
from the vehicle. This may damage the vehicle and expose the driver to severe and life-threatening injuries. It is therefore im­portant to take note of the following instruc­tions:
• Ensure that the axle dropout and quick-
release mechanisms are clean and free of dirt and impurities.
• Let your dealer explain in detail how your
front wheel is correctly fastened using the quick-release system installed.
• Appropriately fasten the front wheel.
• Never use the bicycle unless you are sure
that the wheel has been properly secured and cannot come loose.
Quick-release axle in the fork dropouts, without hub, Rock Shox® fork
3. Fasten the axle in the dropout by placing the fast-release lever into the axle ange and fas­tening the axle in a clockwise direction until it is hand-tight. Close the quick-release lever by folding it over.
Through axles
Through axles that mostly function – and must be handled – like quick releases, are also currently used in chassis in lieu of bolts.
Mostly the through axle is screwed into the dropout on the side opposite the drive and then presses the two parts of the fork against the hub located between them. The hub and the axle are fastened with a quick-release lever.
Systems in which the axle is only inserted or screwed in and then fastened with a screw also exist. Refer to the attached component manufac­turer instructions and allow your dealer to explain the system to you in detail.
The following instructions refer particularly to the quick-release axles of the Rockshox forks, but are also generally applicable to other forks.
Mounting
Place your wheel into the dropout below the fork
leg. The hub must be rmly attached in the dropout.
Disc brakes: Ensure that the brake disk is prop­erly inserted into the brake calliper. Ensure that neither the brake disk nor the hub or the brake disk fastening screws knock against the lower parts of the fork. If you do not know how to adjust disk brakes, please read the instructions provid­ed by your disk manufacturer.
Inserting and fastening
1. Turn the quick-release lever to the open posi­tion. Ensure that the lever grips the appropri­ate slot in the axle.
2. Push the axle from the right side into the hub until it connects to the thread of the left dropout.
During the closing movement, you should feel tension when the quick-release lever is in the horizontal position (90 degrees to the lower part of the fork / axle extension).
The quick-release lever should leave a clear
imprint on your palm.
In case you do not feel resistance in the 90-de-
gree position and the lever does not leave a clear
imprint on your hand, the tension is not sufcient.
Increase the tension as follows: Open the fast-re­lease lever and slowly tighten the quick-release fastening screw until the correct tension has been achieved. In order to increase the tension, open the fast release leaver and insert a 2.5 mm Allen key into the tension adjuster in the middle of the lever tappet.
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Trough axle with allen key for adjustment
Again turn the Allen key in a clockwise direction and again check the lever tension. Repeat the
process until the lever tension is sufcient.
Do not use any other tools to fasten the axle to the lower part of the fork. The axle and/or the lower part of the fork may be damaged when the axle is excessively tightened.
Through axles of other manufacturers
Through axles of other manufacturers can be tightened differently. One possible way is to loos-
en the locknut in the dropout and to x it after
having turned it clockwise.
Fork dropouts
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fork
Adjustment nut
Fox
Installing pedals
If your bicycle was supplied without the pedals pre-installed, these have to be attached with the correct wrench. Please note that the pedals have to be screwed in in different directions and se­cured with a high mounting torque (see page 34). Apply assembly grease to both threads.
Forwards
The quick-release fastener may not be readjusted or turned after closing.
Turning the quick-release fastener may loosen the axle and have a detrimental effect on driving safety. This may lead to se­vere or lethal injuries.
Removal
1. Open the quick-release lever and place it into
the slot in the axle ange.
2. Turn the quick-release lever in an anti-clock­wise direction until the axle exits from the thread of the dropout and then pull the axle out of the hub.
The basic function is the same when your bicycle is equipped with a Fox fork. The quick-release axle is then inserted into the fork from the left side.
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Correctly closed quick­release lever for Fox forks
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Check that all quick-release fasten­ers and quick-release axles are rm-
ly attached, even when your bicycle only remained unsupervised for a short time. You may only start driving when all quick-re-
lease fasteners are rmly closed.
Please read the enclosed instruc­tions from the respective manufac-
turer if you use pedals feature hook or strap systems. Practice taking your feet in and out of the hooks and operating the strap releases in a safe place. Tightened straps do NOT release the feet!
Possible consequences are falling and in-
juries.
* see page 34
Ensure that you read the manu-
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facturer‘s instructions before using magnet or clipless pedals. Practice
clipping your shoes in and out of the pedals‘
locking system before your rst ride in a quiet,
safe place. Clipless pedals which do not prop­erly release are a safety hazard.
Source: Shimano® techdocs
In the case of magnet pedals, you are able to adjust how much force is required to release the shoe from the
pedal. Please test this on your rst ride with
a setting that releases very easily! Regularly clean your magnet pedals and keep them in good condition with a suitable spray lubricant.
Setting up the seating position
Before you use your bicycle for the rst time, the
seating position has to be set up to suit your body size. This is vital for riding safely and securely.
To do this, the seat‘s height, alignment and an­gle have to be set up, as do the height and align­ment of the handlebars with the stem.
Correct seat height
The knee must be above the axle of the front pedal
Knee angle of the upper leg min. 90°, arm angle 90°
Determining the correct seat height
Set the seat to the height you estimate as cor­rect. Sit on the bicycle. Allow somebody to aid you in doing this or lean against a wall or railing.
Place one pedal to its lowest position and put
your heel onto it. Your leg should now be straight.
If you put your foot into the correct riding posi-
tion, your leg should be slightly bent.
Your foot is in the correct position for starting
off when its widest part is above the pedal axis.
When you ride with clipless pedals, the pedal plates should be set to ensure this position. This prevents damage to your musculoskeletal system and ensures maximum transmission of force.
Children and people who do not feel secure when riding a bicycle should
be able to reach the oor with the tip
of their foot. They are otherwise at risk of fall­ing and serious injuries.
Setting up the angle of the seat
When you have set the height of the seat, you have to check that the angle of the seat is suit­able. In general, the upper surface of the seat should be horizontal. You can adjust this by loos­ening the clamping bolts in the seat post.
Patented seat post with two-screw attachment
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Patented seat post with one-screw attachment
STOP
STOP
Attachment with seat clamps
Suspension seat posts:
If your bicycle is equipped with a so-called in-
tegrated xture: or operation and adjustment
please read the enclosed instructions from the respective manufacturer.
Before you start riding, please test to see if your seat post and seat are se-
cure. To do this, grab the seat at the front and back and attempt to turn it. It should not move.
If your mountain bike is equipped with a telescopic seat post, please ensure you read the instructions provided by the manufac­turer before use.
Please ensure that you read the part
manufacturer‘s operating manual
when setting up and operating sus­pension seat posts telescopic seat posts.
When adjusting the height of the seat, never pull the seat post further
out than the maximum extension length marked! If your tube does not have a maximum marking, then you must leave a minimum insertion length of 7.5 cm.
7,5 cm
For bikes with rear suspension, the seat post should never come in contact with any part of the rear suspension.
Setting up the position of the handlebars/ stem
Various types of stem are used on bicycles:
Threadless stem
Integrated Seatpost
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Height adjustment is possible
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* see page 34
Changing the position of the stem also changes the position of the han-
dlebars. You should always be able to safely reach and use grips and controls. Please ensure that all cables and lines are long enough to allow you to turn the handle­bars in every possible way.
Quill stem
The braking force can suddenly in­crease when the brake lever is pulled strongly or at the end of the lever
movement!
Familiarize yourself with this uneven braking effect. Request the manufacturer’s operating instructions and have them explained to you.
Adjustable stem
Height changes are possible by:
• Exchanging the spacer installed below or above the stem
• Turning the stem
• Exchanging the stem
This should only be performed by a specialist dealer
Adjustment of the stem incline is possible
For detailed information, please read the instructions supplied by the manufacturer. The functionality and
secure t of the suspension parts are vital for
your safety!
BMX bicycles are ridden in a stand­ing position. Please ask your special­ised dealer which riding position is
suitable for you.
Setting up the brake levers
Set the brake lever so that you can safely grip it and brake without getting tired. Familiarize your­self with the allocation of the brake levers to the rear and the front wheel brake!
Some brakes are equipped with brake force
limiters (“modulators”). These components are
intended to prevent over-braking and dangerous blocking of the wheels.
The brake levers should be set up so that your hands can safely and comfortably apply them as a straight
extension of your arms.
Check the position of the brake le-
vers before your rst ride.
In hub gear systems, the right brake lever on the handlebars is generally the front brake. However, in chain gear systems, this brake lever is located on the left side of the handlebars.
If you would like to swap the position of the brake levers on the handlebars, please con­tact a specialist retailer to do the work.
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Children
Adjusting screw
Lock nut
Adjusting screw
In order to allow people with smaller hands to safely apply the brakes, the levers can be set up to be closer to the handlebars using an adjusting screw (located in the lever).
In some models it is possible to bring the brake levers closer to the handlebars, using special devices.
Set up the cable tension in such a way that the brake levers do not touch the handlebar grip, even when they are applied to their fullest extent!
Mechanical brakes can usually be readjusted by turning the adjust­ment screw located on the handle. Loosen the adjustment screw from
the handle until the braking function becomes more secure. Secure the adjustment by tighten­ing the locknut on the handle.
Back pedal brakes
If your bicycle is equipped with back pedal brakes, you brake by pushing the pedals backwards in­stead of forwards. This means that your bicycle will not freewheel and you are unable to rotate the pedals backwards freely as you otherwise can!
The safest way to brake using back pedal brakes is when the line of the
pedals is horizontal. If one pedal is at the top and one at the bottom, the poor force output produced is not conducive to effective braking!
The effectiveness of back pedal brakes can deteriorate substantially
on long inclines! This type of braking system can become very hot from continuous braking. You should also use the front brake to slow down on long inclines. Try to give back pedal brakes the chance to cool down and do not touch them.
Children's bicycle / training wheels
As a parent or legal guardian, you have a major responsibility when your child rides a bicycle and therefore wants to ride on public roads!
• Take the time to accompany the child on its
rst ride in a safe and quiet place (car park, eld).
• Explain to the child that it should only ride with a helmet and easily visible, bright clothing.
• Set up the seat and handlebars so that the child is able to put its feet on the ground in unsafe situations – it is important to have a re­laxed seating position if your child is to control the bicycle properly.
• Explain and practice using the front and rear brakes. It is especially important to practice using the backpedal brake and learning how to carefully apply the handbrakes connected to the front wheel.
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If you are using stabilisers, please make sure that you carefully read
the manufacturer‘s assembly instruc­tions! The stabilisers have to be absolutely secure, as your child is relying on their sup­port! If they are not sure whether you have correctly assembled the stabilisers, please ask a specialist retailer for advice!
Using stabilisers can help a child get
used to riding a bicycle. It avoids falls
and helps children to feel safer. How-
ever, rst the child gets used to riding with this “tricycle” style bike. It doesn‘t learn to keep
its balance and make the necessary coun­termovements. That is why you have to be
particularly careful when you rst remove the
stabilisers. This is very unfamiliar for the child
and it rst has to learn this new skill.
Transporting children/child bike trailers
• Please only use safe, certied children‘s seats!
• The child has to wear a helmet, its feet have to be away and protected from any possible con­tact with moving parts, such as spokes.
• A child seat changes the way your bicycle behaves when riding. Take note of the long­er braking distances and the more unstable steering. Practice riding with a child seat in a safe area before taking to public roads.
• Please comply with the manufacturer‘s in­structions supplied with the seat.
Only install children‘s seats on bicy­cles which are suitable for this kind of equipment.
Carbon bre frames and components are
not permitted to carry children‘s seats!
Never attach a children‘s seat to the seat post! Wrap and protect all suspension and moving parts on the seat and seat post. Please ensure that your child cannot trap its ngers anywhere! This would result in a sub­stantial chance of injury!
Find out about the legal regulations which relate to the age of the child and the rider.
If additional equipment was delivered with your bicycle, which was not pre­assembled, please ensure that you
read the manufacturer‘s instructions.
Regarding child bike trailers:
• We recommend not taking any chances when it comes to the quality of child bike trailers!
• Only install children‘s trailers on bicycles which are suitable for this kind of equipment.
• A child bike trailer is easily overlooked in road trafc. Use colorful ags and permitted light­ing to ensure that it becomes more visible. Ask your specialist dealer for safety accessories.
• Take note that with a trailer your vehicle is much longer than you are used to. A bicycle with trailer also behaves differently in bends than one without a trailer. You have to get used
to that when moving in road trafc. First try with an empty trailer in safe, trafc-free terrain before you participate in road trafc.
Check whether the trailer manufac­turers specify a permitted maximum
payload and speed. These values must be adhered to. Children under 16 years of age are legally not permitted to ride a bicy­cle with a trailer.
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