MINOURA V130M Instruction Manual

Indoor Bicycle Trainer – instructions manual

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(for all customers) (for U.S. residents only)

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Made in Japan

V130M

Read these instructions carefully before use

Tire Size Capacity Range <w/o Z-adapter> 26 x 1.0

(25-559)

– 700 x 45c

(47-622)

<with Z-adapter> 22 x 1-3/8

(37-490)

– 700 x 32c

(32-622)

(ver.1.2 – 2012/1)

remote

If you have any questions about this product or need help, please contact the retailer you originally purchased
the trainer first. For help outside the U.S.A., please refer to the distributor list on our web site.
If you were not able to resolve your issue through the shop or distributor, you can contact us directly at;

IMPORTANT NOTICE

• For use with a normal 2-wheel bicycle only. Do not use a tandem, recumbent, or other.

• Fits tire size between 26x1.0 and 700x45c. 29-inch is not compatible on this model.
To use 26x1.0" or smaller tire, install the Z-shaped Small Wheel Adapter (included).

• Some assembly required. Use correct tools (10mm spanner & M4 hex wrench). Tools

are not supplied in the kit.

• Use the supplied rear quick release skewer for maximum stability.

Minoura is not responsible for any problem caused from using your own skewer.
(* Quick release skewer = A wheel axle device which allows mounting/disengaging the
wheel without any tool)

• If your bike wheel is not equiped with a quick release skewer but a standard hub nut
type axle, remove the black plastic Grommet (F-9) from the Right Side Coupling (F-1)
for a more secure t.
It is not possible to convert a hub nut type wheel axle to a quick rekease skewer type
unless you replace the entire wheel.

• Use on at and level oor or ground for your safety.

• Adjust the roller pressure to the rear tire properly in order to maximize your tire life.
Tire-to-roller contact will eventually wear both your tire and the trainer roller. This is
normal and should be expected with normal use.

• Touching the spinning wheel and/or any other moving parts while training could cause

serious injury. Keep children and pets away from the trainer when in use.

• If you hear any strange noise or smell any odor coming from the V130M, immediately
stop using the trainer and contact the retailer you purchased the trainer from to get
support.

• Any warranty will be void if you use V130M for ANY purpose other than instructed.

Minorua offers a 1-year limited warranty on the resistance unit and a 5-year limited
warranty on the frame from the date of your purchase for any problem caused by
manufacturer's defect.
Any damage or problem other than manufacturer defect is not covered under
warranty.
Any damage from shipping or moving must be made to the shipping company.
Read the enclosed "Minoura Limited Warranty Policy" card for more detail.

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V130M Schematics

F-1: Coupling Tube (Right) GM-2: Alloy Rotor
F-4: Coupliong Cover GM-3: Housing Cover
F-7: Hub Clamp Handle GM-4: Neogymium Magnet
F-9: Skewer Nut Protector (Grommet) GM-5: Main Housing
BF-4: Leg Rubber Cover (Red) GM-6: Drive Roller, Axle & Bearing
BF-6: Leg Rubber GM-7: Drive Roller Holder
BF-10: Main Frame (White) GM-9: Axle End Cap
M5-2: Rubber Foot Cap (29mm) GM-10: Mag Unit Fitting Bracket
MF-3: Micro Adjust Knob Set GM-11: Rubber Shim
GM-12: Mount Base
GM-13: Ruber Washer Set
GM-22: Remote Shifter (White)
GM-25: Flywheel (Silver Painted)

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GM-22

BF-10

F-9

F-4

F-7

M5-2

M5-2

BF-6

BF-4

BF-4

BF-6

MF-3

GM-9

GM-7

GM-6

GM-10

GM-11

GM-12

GM-13

GM-5

GM-4

GM-3

GM-2

GM-25

F-1

This diagram is just for your reference to know how
the trainer is constructed.
Minoura doesn't recommend you to disassemble
this trainer without prior acceptance by Minoura.

3.

Fully open both legs and place the V130M on a

at and level oor.

At this moment, make sure all 4 foot are in

contact with the oor at once so the trainer sits

on the oor evenly. (see Fig. B)

How To Setup Your V130M Trainer

2.

Remove the bolt and nut which are pre-installed to the bracket on the Main Frame. (see Fig. A-1)

Put the Metal Plate Nut into the hole on the bracket of the V130M frame, then screw the Roller Pressure

Adjust Knob (MF-3) with an acorn spring and a at washer to the nut. (see Fig. A-2)

Install the Mag resistance unit to the forwad hole on the bracket of the frame. (see Fig. A-3)

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1.

Replace your rear wheel quick release skewer to the supplied one.

Minoura guarantees the stability only when using the supplied skewer due to the coupling inner shape.

!

If your bike is not equipped with quick release skewer and it's a hub nut type, you
should remove the black plastic Grommet (Skewer Nut Protector) (F-9) from the
right side Coupling (F-1).
Minoura doesn't guarantee the stability if you don't remove the Grommet.

You don't need the supplied quick release skewer if your wheel is a hub nut type.
It's not possible to convert your wheel from the hub nut type to the quick release
skewer type unless you replace the entire wheel.

!

Required Tools: 1 x 10mm Spanner
1 x M4 Hex Wrench

!

Make sure the acorn shaped spring
direction must be as shown in Fig. A-2.
Adjustment is impossible otherwise.

(Fig. A-2)

(Fig. B)

!

Adjust the xing bolt tightening as the

Mag unit moves down slowly with its
own weight when you turn the knob
bolt counter-clockwise.

Do not overtighten the xing bolt or

the unit won't move properly.
Too loose setting may pinch your

nger when you release the unit.

Use caution.

!

Do not bend the remote cable sharply.

(Fig. A-3)

Metal Plate Nut

Knob Bolt

Remove both bolt and nut

(Fig. A-1)

Flat Washer

Acorn Spring

4.

Place your rear wheel in between the couplings.

1)

Turn the Hub Handle counter-clockwise

to open the trainer. You should almost

completely open the coupling using the hub

handle for easier wheel installation.

(see Fig. C)

2)

Insert the left side (quick lever side) skewer into the left side coupling rst.

The quick lever shaft must be inserted into the cut-out on the coupling to hold the bike stable.

Turn the coupling to adjust the cut-out position prior to tightening the Hub Handle.

3)

While keeping this position, slowly lower the bike to align the right side acorn nut to the right side

coupling.

4)

Turn the Hub Handle clockwise to hold the rear wheel.

Once the rear wheel hub is securely clamped between the couplings and you cannot rock the bike in

the coupling at all, stop tightening.

5)

At this point, turn the Hub Handle two more rotations. Do not try to over-tighten the Hub Handle.

Both right and left side couplings are
designed to suit the supplied quick release

skewer. The left side coupling must t

perfectly in the skewer head to get correct
stability. (see Fig. D)

Any skewer type which lever is located on

the end of the axle (see Fig. E) or the lever

will not be bent over right angle (see Fig. F)
cannot be used on V130M.

!

(Fig. D)

(Fig. E)

(Fig. F)

!

Do not try to over-tighten the Hub Handle
to keep the correct thightness of rear hub
clamping.
Too tight of a setting will cause damage to
both the V130M and your bike frame.
Too loose of a setting may cause the bike
to come out of the trainer during use.

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(Fig. C)

!

Be careful not to over-loosen the
Hub Handle. It will loosen the
inside nut and proper tightening

can no longer be expected.

Coupling

6.

The rear tire should sit just off center of the drive
roller without touching any other part of the Mag

unit. (see Fig. I)

If the tire touches the plastic parts (see Fig. K) for

any reason like the rear wheel is not trued correctly

or you have installed a wide tire, you must adjust the

Mag unit position.

To do so, loosen the backside screws with M4 hex

wrench, adjust the roller position side to side, then

tighten the screws again tightly. (see Fig. J)

5.

Contact the Drive Roller to the rear tire by turning the Roller Pressure Adjust Knob clockwise. (see Fig. G)
The best position is that the roller compresses the tire in the depth of 3 – 4 mm. (see Fig. H)

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(Fig. I)

(Fig. K)(Fig. J)

(Fig. G)

(Fig. H)

Please note: Too little or too much tire pressure will cause premature tire wear.
Always check the contact between your tire and the trainer roller and keep your

tires correctly inated.

!

If it's hard to tighten the knob bolt due to the Mag unit weight, lift up the Mag unit by
hand then tighten the knob.

TIPS

How To Install Remote Shifter

!

If the rear tire has touched any other parts than the Drive Roller, that part may be
damaged and your tire will wear out quickly.

5.

To remove the bike from the V130M, loosen the micro adjust knob rst, then loosen the Hub Handle.

If you remove the bike without changing the roller position, the next installation may become difcult

because the rear wheel has been pushed forward by the roller.

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Required Tool: 1 x M4 Hex Wrench

Decrease

Increase

Hook

Lever

1

2

The V130M comes with a convenient remote shifter device.

By installing it on your handlebar or stem, you can adjust the

resistance in 7 different levels without getting off the bike.

The remote shifter should be used in conjunction with the gears

on your bike to achieve maximum efciency in your workout.

How to install the remote shifter

1) Wrap the exible plastic band around the handlebar,

2) Put the hook to the gutter on the plastic shifter base,

3) Flip up the lever to lock.

How to increase the resistance level

Twist the shifter lever toward "H" symbol.

How to reduce the resistance level

Twist the shifter lever toward "L" symbol.

!

"L" is not zero resistance. There is still some resistance
at "L" level due to the roller compression to the tire.

The remote shifter is pre-adjusted to t the standard handlebar size;

22mm (7/8") diameter.

If it becomes loose or too tight, or you need to install the shifter onto

an oversized handlebar or stem, adjust the band length by turning the

plastic screw on the band with an M4 hex wrench (see Fig. N).

(Please be advised that the hex wrench doesn't come in the package)

!

The plastic band and screw are not made to be abused.
Do not over-tighten.
You should take off the hook before adjusting.

(Fig. L)

(Fig. M)

(Fig. N)

(Fig. O)

How To Adjust Resistance Level

If you wish to use a tire size 26x1.0" or smaller, you

need to install the Z-shaped "Small Wheel Adapter"

between Base Plate and Mag unit to raise up the

roller height.

The direction of Z-adapter is xed so follow the

arrow printed on the top and make sure it's pointing

toward the front (toward your bike).

If the drive roller cannot reach the tire even if you

install the adapter, make sure you have been installed

in correct direction.

Use the original cap head bolts for the Base Plate,

and use the supplied hex head bolts for the Mag unit.

How To Use Small Wheel Adapter

Hex Head Bolt

Cap Head Bolt

Z-Adapter

Required Tools: 1 x 10mm Spanner
1 x M4 Hex Wrench

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Why My Remote Shifter Doesn't Work Properly?

(Fig. R)

Rubber Shim

If you have a shifting issue where you can't set the remote at L or H, your cable may be stretched.

To x this problem, follow the adjust the cable tension.

1.

Set your remote shifter at "H" position and remove the shifter from your handlebar, then straighten the

cable as much as possible.

2.

Pull out the plastic cover cap on foot of the remote cable. (see Fig. P)

3.

Hold the inside adjusting screw and push it toward the shifter, then adjust the locking nut to set the cable

tension properly. (see Fig. Q)

4.

Install the cover cap again.

Adjusting Screw

Lock Nut

Cap

Tighten Nut

(Fig. P)

(Fig. Q)