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General
User Manual
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Raleigh Univega GmbH 2012
1 The bike and its components
1 Handlebar
2 Handlebar stem
3 Bell
4 Headset
5 Front light
6 Mudguard
7 Fork
8 Front wheel brake
9 Tyres
10 Wheels
11 Bottom bracket
12 Pedals
13 Chain
14 Rear derailleur
14 a Front derailleur
14 b Rear derailleur
15 Rear light
16 Reector
17 Pannier rack
18 Saddle
3
19 Frame
18
2
4
17
15
16
6
10
14b
13
9
14a
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19
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2 Preface
Your bike has been delivered to you lly assembled.
If parts of your bike have not been installed, please consult your specialist cycle shop.
The purpose of this User Manual is to help you use your
bike safely in the manner for which is is intended, and enjoy all its benets for many years to come. We assume that
you have general knowledge on the handling of bikes.
Every person who uses, cleans, maintains or disposes of
this bike must have read and understood the entire content of this User Manual.
In addition to texts, tables and lists, the User Manual contains the following symbols that denote important information or dangers.
WARNING about possible physical injury,
increased risk of falls or other injuries
IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION or
special information on using the bike
NOTE about possible damage to property or
the environment
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3 Content
1 The bike and its components 2
2 Preface 3
3 Content 4
4 Safety information 7
4.1 Basic safety information 7
4.2 For your own safety 7
4.3 Information for parents and legal guardians 7
4.4 Safety in road trac 7
4.5 Bike safety 8
5 Legal provisions 8
5.1 Applicable road trac licensing regulations 8
6 Intended use 9
6.1 General information 9
9.2.4 Adjusting the saddle angle 15
9.2.4.1 With a two-bolt seatpost 15
9.2.4.2 With a seatpost saddle clamp 15
9.2.4.3 With a suspension seatpost 16
9.3 Adjusting the handlebar position 16
9.3.1 Adjusting / aligning the handlebar height
with a conventional handlebar stem 16
9.3.2 Adjusting the handlebar height with
A-head systems 17
9.3.3 Aligning handlebars with A-head systems
in relation to the ont wheel 17
9.3.4 Adjusting the handlebar position by
turning the handlebar 17
9.3.5 Adjusting the handlebar height with
an adjustable handlebar stem 18
6.2 Trekking bike / all-terrain bike (ATB), if
equipped in accordance with the applicable
road trac licensing regulations 9
6.3 City, touring, sports, child's and
youngster's bike, if equipped in accordance
with the applicable road trac licensing
regulations 9
6.4 Mountain bike (MTB) / cross bike 10
6.5 Road bike / tness bike 10
6.6 BMX 10
7 Before the rst ride 11
8 Before every ride 12
9 Setting up the bike for the rider 12
9.1 Fitting the pedals 12
9.2 Adjusting the seat position 13
10 Frame 18
11 Headset 19
12 Fork 19
13 Suspension ame and suspension elements 20
13.1 Frame with rear suspension 20
13.2 Care and maintenance 20
14 Bottom bracket and cranks 21
15 Checking the bottom bracket 21
16 Wheels 21
16.1 Checking the wheels 21
16.2 Checking the hubs 21
16.3 Checking the rims 22
17 Tyres and inner tubes 22
9.2.1 Adjusting the bike saddle 13
9.2.2 Operating the quick-release device 13
9.2.3 Determining the correct saddle height 14
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17.1 Tyres 22
17.2 Tubeless tyres 23
17.3 Tubed tyres 23
17.4 Inner tubes 23
18 Repairing a puncture 24
20 Bike chain 40
18.1 Opening the brake 24
18.1.1 Opening the cantilever or V-brake 24
18.1.2 Removing the hydraulic rim brake 24
18.1.3 Opening the side-pull calliper brake 25
18.1.4 Releasing the hub gears, roller, drum
or back-pedal brakes 25
18.2 Removing the wheel 25
18.2.1 Removing the ont wheel 25
18.2.2 Removing the rear wheel 25
18.3 Removing the tyre and inner tube 26
18.4 Mending the inner tube 26
18.5 Fitting the tyre and inner tube 27
18.6 Fitting the wheel 27
18.6.1 Inserting the ont wheel 27
18.6.2 Inserting the rear wheel 27
18.6.2.1 Bikes with derailleur gears 27
18.6.2.2 Bikes with hub gears 27
19 Bike gears 30
19.1 Derailleur gears 30
19.1.1 Operating the shiing lever 31
19.1.1.1 Shiing lever on road bike 31
19.1.1.2 Shiing lever on MTB, trekking
and touring bike 35
20.1 Maintenance of bike chains 40
21 Brake, brake levers and brake systems 41
21.1 Important information and precautionary
measures 41
21.2 Brake lever 42
21.2.1 Standard brake lever 42
21.3 Hub brakes 42
21.3.1 Drum and roller brakes 42
21.3.2 Back-pedal brake 43
21.4 Rim brakes 44
21.4.1 Readjusting the brake 44
21.4.2 Adjusting the brake-pad clearance
in relation to the rim 44
21.4.3 Wear of brake pad 45
21.5 Disc brakes 45
21.5.1 Hydraulic disc brake 46
21.5.2 Vapour bubble formation 47
21.5.3 Cleaning the brake system 47
21.5.4 Fitting/removing the wheel 47
22 Lighting system 48
22.1 Specications for lighting system 48
22.2 Special regulations for road bikes 48
22.3 Generator / dynamo 48
19.2 Hub gears 38
19.2.1 Operating the hub gears 38
19.2.1.1 Shimano 7/8-speed shi lever 38
19.2.2 Adjusting gears with Shimano
hub gears 39
22.3.1 Sidewall dynamo 48
22.3.1.1 Switching the sidewall dynamo
on and o 48
22.3.2 Hub dynamo 49
22.4 Failure of the lighting system 49
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23 Add-on components 50
27.5 Brake pads 58
23.1 Pannier rack 50
23.1.1 Front pannier rack 50
23.1.2 Rear pannier rack 50
23.2 Wheel guards / mudguards 51
23.2.1 Re-engaging the safety-release
mechanism 51
24 Accessories and equipment 52
24.1 Child seat 52
24.2 Bike stand 53
24.3 Bike trailer 53
24.4 Bike basket 53
24.5 Bar ends 53
25 Bike carriers for mounting on roof and rear of car 54
26 Carbon components 54
27.6 Brake discs 58
27.7 Bike chains or toothed belts 58
27.8 Chainrings, sprocket wheels and jockey
wheels 58
27.9 Lamps of lighting set 58
27.10 Handlebar tapes and handle grips 59
27.11 Hydraulic oils and lubricants 59
27.12 Gear-shi and brake cables 59
27.13 Paint nishes 59
27.14 Bearings 59
27.15 Sliding bearings and bearings for llsuspension ames, suspension forks
or other suspension elements 59
28 Regular inspections 60
28.1 Inspection schedule 60
26.1 Properties 54
26.2 Torques 54
26.3 Visual inspection 55
26.4 Carbon ame 55
26.5 Carbon handlebar 55
26.6 Carbon handlebar stem 55
26.7 Carbon wheels 56
26.8 Carbon fork 56
26.9 Carbon seatpost 56
26.10 Splinters 56
26.11 Fastening in mounting stand 56
26.12 Transportation by car 56
27 Care and maintenance of the bike 57
28.1.1 Maintenance / checks 60
29 Link list 61
30 Technical data 62
30.1 Maximum permitted gross weight of bike 62
30.2 Maximum permitted loading of pannier rack
63
30.3 Tightening torques for screw connections 63
30.3.1 General tightening torques for screw
connections 65
30.4 Tyres and tyre pressure 65
30.5 Lighting set 65
31 Warranty conditions 66
31.1 Prerequisites for the validity of warranty
claims 66
27.1 Care 57
27.2 Wear parts 57
27.3 Tyres 58
27.4 Rims in conjunction with rim brakes 58
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31.2 Warranty exclusions 66
4 Safety information
4.1 Basic safety information
Please read all the warnings and information in this User
Manual carelly before using the bike. Keep this User
Manual near your bike for ready reference.
If you hand this bike over to someone else, don't forget to
give them the User Manual as well.
4.2 For your own safety
› Always use a suitable bicycle helmet and wear it
correctly.
4.3 Information for parents and legal
guardians
› Make sure that your child has been taught, and
also understands, how to handle the bike safely
and responsibly in the environment in which it is
going to be used.
› Explain to your child how to operate all the
brakes, and also how they work and any special
features. For rther important information on
this matter, refer to ➠
levers and brake systems".
› As the legal guardian, you are responsible for the
safety of your child and any damage he/she may
cause when cycling. You should therefore make
absolutely sure that the bike is in technically
sound condition and adjust it regularly to the
size of the child.
Chapter 21 "Brake, brake
› Wear bright clothing or reective elements so
that other road users can see you in good time.
› Wear shoes with a sti, and whenever possible,
non-slip sole.
› Wear close-tting clothing on your legs, or wear
trouser clips.
› Wear protective clothing such as robust shoes
and gloves.
4.4 Safety in road trac
› Observe the applicable trac regulations.
› Never ride with no hands!
› In some countries children below a certain age
must ride on the pavement and must also dismount when crossing the road. Please familiarise
yourself with the applicable regulations.
› Adjust your handling on wet or slippery roads;
ride more slowly and brake carelly and in good
time as you will require a much greater braking
distance.
› Adopt a speed that reects the terrain as well as
your riding ability.
› Do not listen to music through headphones when
cycling.
› Do not cycle when using a mobile phone.
› Use designated cycle paths when not using pub-
lic roads.
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› Be ready to brake, especially if you are not sure
what lies ahead or are riding downhill.
4.5 Bike safety
› Only bikes that have been approved for use in
public places, as per the applicable regulations
(e.g. StVZO in Germany), may be used.
› Observe the maximum permitted gross weight of
the various bike types, as this could otherwise
lead to breakage or failure of safety-relevant
components. The brake system is also only designed for the maximum permitted gross weight
of the bike. For a list of the maximum permitted
gross weights, refer to ➠
data".
The gross weight is the sum of the weight
of the bike + weight of the rider + weight of the
luggage. The gross weight also includes towed
weights such as trailers.
› If you notice that a part is damaged or warped,
do not use the bike until you have had the part
replaced as otherwise parts that are important to
operation of the bike may fail.
› Observe the maximum load-carrying capacity of
the pannier rack. This is marked on the pannier
rack directly (also refer to ➠
cal data").
Chapter 30 "Technical
Chapter 30 "Techni-
Bear in mind that with intensive use of your bike wear
increases accordingly. Many bike parts, particularly
on light sports bikes, are only designed for a specic
period of use. If this is exceeded, there is a considerable risk that components could fail.
Perform care and maintenance on your bike regularly.
In doing so, check important components, particularly
the ame, fork, wheel suspension, handlebar, handlebar stem, seatpost and brakes for warping and damage. If you notice changes such as cracks, bulges or
warping, have your bike checked by a specialist cycle
shop before using again.
5 Legal provisions
If you wish to use your bike in road trac, make sure that
your bike complies with the road trac regulations. If
necessary, observe ➠
road bikes".
5.1 Applicable road trac licensing
regulations
Before you take your bike on the road, nd out what the
relevant national regulations in your country are – in
Germany, these are the Road Trac Licensing Regulations
(StVZO) and the Road Trac Ordinance (StVO).
In Switzerland, the applicable regulations can be found
in the Ordinances relating to Technical Requirements for
Road Vehicles, Articles 213 to 218.
Chapter 22.2 "Special regulations for
› Have maintenance and repairs carried out by a
professional bike workshop (for maintenance
intervals, refer to ➠
tions").
› If you make technical changes to your bike, take
the national trac regulations and applicable
standards into account. Bear in mind that this
could render your warranty invalid.
› Only replace electrical components on your bike
with type-tested parts.
› Only ride with suitable lighting in unfavourable
lighting conditions such as fog, rain, dawn/twilight or in the dark.
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Chapter 28 "Regular inspec-
If you wish to ride in road trac in Austria, you must observe Ordinance 146 / Bicycle Ordinance.
Make sure each time you use your bike that it actually is
in the prescribed roadworthy condition, that the brakes
are properly adjusted and that the bell and lighting set
comply with the relevant regulations in your country, in
Germany these are the Road Trac Licensing Regulations
(StVZO).
In some EU countries, battery-operated ont lights and
rear lights may only be used by road bikes weighing less
than 11 kg. They must always be carried and have an ocial approval (sinuous line and K number). All other bikes
must use dynamo lighting sets. Every component of the
system must carry the ocial test mark which identies it
as "approved". The applicable regulations in your country
apply in this regard, e.g. the Road Trac Licensing Regu-
lations (StVZO) in Germany. When performing technical
modications, bear in mind that electrical components
must only be replaced by type-tested components.
6 Intended use
6.1 General information
Bikes are a means of transportation for one person. In
some countries, regulations exist governing the carrying
of passengers, such as the Road Trac Ordinance (StVO)
in Germany (tandem or bike child seat).
6.2 Trekking bike / all-terrain bike
(ATB), if equipped in accordance
with the applicable road trac
licensing regulations
If you wish to carry luggage, you will require a suitable
xture on your bike. Bear in mind the maximum loadbearing capacity of the carrier (see ➠
cal data").
Not every bike type is suitable for every surface. Bikes are
not designed to cope with extreme stresses such as jumping or riding over steps.
You must not take part in competitions with your bike. The
only exceptions to this are bikes that are oered explicitly
for use in competitions.
The information in this User Manual applies for all bike
types.
Any deviations for individual bike types are identied
accordingly.
Observe the relevant user manual om the individual
component manufacturers which can be found on the CD
or in the Internet. If you have any questions once you
have read the documentation, your specialist cycle shop
will be pleased to provide assistance.
Chapter 30 "Techni-
You may use these bikes on surfaced routes and in road
trac, providing they are equipped accordingly. They are
also suitable for gentle ooad riding, such as on country
lanes.
The manufacturer and cycle shop will not accept liability
claims
should the bike not be used as intended
ticularly applies for non-observance of the safety information and damage resulting for example om:
• overloading or
• incorrect repairs.
. This par-
6.3 City, touring, sports, child's and
youngster's bike, if equipped in
accordance with the applicable road
trac licensing regulations
Intended use also includes compliance with the operating,
maintenance and repair instructions provided in this User
Manual.
The manufacturer and cycle shop will not accept liability
claims should the bike not be used as intended.
You can use these bikes in road trac and on surfaced
routes.
The manufacturer and cycle shop will not accept liability
claims
should the bike not be used as intended
ticularly applies for non-observance of the safety information and damage resulting (for example) om:
• ooad use,
• overloading or
• incorrect repairs.
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. This par-
6.4 Mountain bike (MTB) / cross bike
The bike is exempt om these requirements for the duration of ocially approved cycling events.
The manufacturer and cycle shop will not accept liability
claims should the bike not be used as intended. This particularly applies for non-observance of the safety information and damage resulting for example om:
• ooad use,
• overloading,
You can use these bikes ooad. You must not use these
bikes in road trac or competitions. If you wish to use
your bike on public roads, it must have the requisite
equipment features (see ➠
The manufacturer and cycle shop will not accept liability
claims should the bike not be used as intended
This particularly applies for non-observance of the safety
information and damage resulting for example om:
• use in competitions,
• overloading,
• incorrect repairs.
• riding over steps,
• jumping,
• riding through deep water
• extreme stresses on non-designated MTB routes or
MTB courses.
Chapter 5 "Legal provisions").
.
• incorrect repairs or
• use in competitions,
6.6 BMX
These bikes are designed for BMX routes and/or BMX practice facilities.
In some EU countries, they are not approved for use in
road trac, e.g. by the Road Trac Licensing Regulations
(StVZO) in Germany, and in this case must not be used for
this purpose (see ➠
wear a helmet and protective clothing, such as elbow and
knee pads.
The brakes normally installed on BMX bikes produce a
less eective braking action. You should therefore bear in
mind that this increases the braking distance, especially
in wet conditions. Please test this thoroughly in a safe
location and always adjust your handling accordingly.
The manufacturer and cycle shop will not accept liability
claims should the bike not be used as intended
Chapter 5 "Legal provisions").Always
.
6.5 Road bike / tness bike
You may use these bikes on public roads for training purposes. You may use road bikes weighing up to 11 kg without permanently tted dynamo lighting. If you choose to
do so, you must carry a battery-operated ont light and a
rear light. If the light has the required approval, there will
be an embossed sinuous line and K-number on it.
When using road bikes that weigh more than 11 kg in road
trac, the required equipment features must be installed.
Please familiarise yourself with the applicable regulations.
This particularly applies for non-observance of the safety
information and damage resulting for example om
• use in competitions,
• overloading,
• incorrect repairs.
• riding over steps or
• jumping.
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7 Before the rst ride
Make sure that your bike is ready for use and is set up
for your body size.
Check the following:
• Positioning and secure fastening of saddle and
handlebar
• Installation and correct adjustment of the brakes
• Secure fastening of wheels in ame and fork
Adjust the handlebar and stem until you nd a safe
and comfortable riding position. Instructions on how
to adjust the handlebar are provided in ➠
"Adjusting the handlebar position".
Adjust the saddle until you nd a safe and comfortable riding position. Instructions on how to adjust the
saddle are provided in ➠
seat position".
Chapter 9.2 "Adjusting the
Chapter 9.3
Never inate the tyres to less than the minimum or
more than the maximum specied tyre pressure. As a
rule of thumb, e.g. when on the road, you can check
the tyre pressure as follows: If you press your thumbs
into the inated tyre, there should not be much give
in the tyre even if you press hard.
Check the tyres and rims for damage, foreign bodies,
e. g. glass agments or sharp stones and deformation.
If cuts, cracks or holes are visible, do not ride o. Instead, take your bike to a professional bike workshop
and have it checked.
Make sure the brake levers are always within easy
reach and that you know how to operate the right/
le brake levers and where to nd them. Make a note
of which brake lever operates the ont and which the
rear wheel brake.
Modern brake systems can have a far more powerl
and dierent braking eect than those you are already
familiar with. Before setting o, familiarise yourself
with the eects of the brakes on a safe trac-ee
area.
If you are using a bike with carbon-bre rims, bear
in mind that the braking behaviour of this material is
much poorer than aluminium rims.
Make sure that the wheels are securely fastened in the
ame and forks. Check that the quick-release device
and all important fastening screws and nuts are securely fastened.
➠
Chapter 9.2.2 "Operating the quick-release device"
contains instructions on how to operate quick-release
devices safely and ➠
tains a table of the tightening torques for important
screws and nuts.
Chapter 30 "Technical data" con-
Check the tyre pressure. Information on the prescribed tyre pressure appears on the tyre sidewall.
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8 Before every ride
Although a great deal of care has been taken during
production and assembly, parts may still come loose
or change nction during transportation for example.
You should therefore always check the following before every ride:
• Bell and lighting are working properly and se-
curely fastened
• Brake system is working properly and securely
fastened
• If a hydraulic brake is tted to your bike, make
sure the lines and connections are tight
• Check the tyres and rims for damage and foreign
bodies and check the wheel runs true, especially
aer riding ooad
9 Setting up the bike for the rider
Road bikes or mountain bikes can also be supplied without pedals.
Proceed as follows if you wish to t pedals to your bike
yourself:
9.1 Fitting the pedals
› Coat both pedal threads with lubricant (grease).
The le pedal has a le-handed thread which is normally indicated by an "L" embossed on the axle. The
right pedal has a right-handed thread which is normally indicated by an embossed "R".
• Sucient tread depth on the tyres
• The suspension elements are in working order
and are securely fastened
• Screws, nuts and quick-release devices are se-
cure
• Frame and fork for deformation and damage
• Handlebar, handlebar stem, seatpost and saddle
in the correct position and safely and properly
secured
If you are not sure whether your bike is in a technically sound condition, do not ride it and have it checked
by a professional bike workshop instead.
Axle with right pedal thread Axle with le pedal thread
› Screw the le pedal anticlockwise into the le
crank.
› Screw the right pedal clockwise into the right crank
(on the side of the bike chain).
› Tighten both pedals using a suitable size15
open-ended spanner or Allen key. Tighten all
screws to the prescribed torque (➠
"Technical data"). If you do not do this, the pedals may come loose.
Chapter 30
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Make sure you t or screw in the pedals straight, as
otherwise you could damage the thread in the crank
arm beyond repair.
1
1 MTB system pedals
2 Touring or sports pedals
3 Road bike system pedals
2
3
9.2 Adjusting the seat position
9.2.1 Adjusting the bike saddle
The seat position is decisive for your well-being and cycling performance.
› Do not remove or change the seatpost or saddle
clamp. If you change or modi components, this
renders the warranty invalid.
› Tighten all screws to the prescribed torque as
otherwise screws could shear o and components could come loose or detach altogether (see
➠
Chapter 30 "Technical data").
Only use the designated cleats and shoes for MTB,
racing and system pedals. If you use other cleats/
shoes you may slip out of the pedals.
Riders who are inexperienced in the use of MTB system
pedals or road system pedals, also referred to as click
pedals, are vulnerable to falls with potentially serious
consequences. If you use system pedals, practise clicking
into the pedal and releasing the shoe om the pedal when
the bike is stationary. Never practise this in road trac.
Read the user manual of the pedal and shoe manufacturer.
You can also nd more information on this subject in
the Internet. A list of links is provided in ➠ Chapter 29
"Link list" .
Only work on the bike if you have the correct tools
and requisite knowledge. Always have complex or
safety-relevant work carried out by a specialist cycle
shop.
9.2.2 Operating the quick-release device
› All quick-release devices must be tightened se-
curely before you set o. Check this before every
journey.
› If you leave your bike unattended, check that all
quick-release devices are correctly secured before setting o again.
› When closing the quick-release lever to lock it,
it must be necessary to apply a force that causes
you to make a st with your hand as otherwise
the quick-release device could come loose.
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Quick-release device
2
1
1 Quick-release lever
2 Adjusting nut
To open the quick-release device, proceed as follows:
› Throw back the quick-release lever so that its inner
face or the lettering OPEN is visible.
› Open the quick-release device as far as possible.
› When closed, quick-release levers must lie at
against the ame, fork and saddle clamp. Make
sure that quick-release devices for the hubs point
backwards when closed as otherwise they could
snag on obstructions when the bike is moving
and open. This could lead to serious accidents.
9.2.3 Determining the correct saddle height
› Sit on the bike saddle.
› Try to reach the pedal with your heel when it is in
the bottom position. Your knee should be more or
less lly straightened out.
› Place the balls of your feet on the centre of the
pedal. If your knee is now slightly bent, the saddle
height is correct.
› Turn the adjusting nut anticlockwise to rther
slacken the quick-release device.
To close the quick-release device, proceed as follows:
› Adjust the clamping strength by turning the adjust-
ing nut.
› If the quick-release device closes too easily, open
it again and turn the adjusting nut clockwise.
› If the quick-release device still closes too easily,
repeat the previous step.
› If the quick-release device is too dicult to close,
turn the adjusting nut anticlockwise.
› Turn back the quick-release lever om the OPEN
position so you can see the outer side of the lever
or the lettering CLOSE.
Never tighten the seatpost if the maximum mark or
stop mark is above the top of the seat tube as otherwise you could injure yourself or damage the seatpost. Always observe the specied tightening torques.
In ll-suspension mountain bikes the seat tube is also
open at the bottom, so the seatpost should only be inserted a certain distance downwards to ensure the rear swing
arm and suspension element never come into contact
when the bike is in use.
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9.2.4.1 With a two-bolt seatpost
The minimum insertion depth is marked on the seatpost. If this is not the case, the minimum insertion
depth must be 7.5 cm. In ames with long seat tubes
that project beyond the top tube, the minimum insertion depth is 10 cm.
Observe stop
mark.
9.2.4 Adjusting the saddle angle
› Your bike saddle should be as close as possible to
horizontal.
› You can make use of longer bike rides to nd out
what your most comfortable seat position is. If you
want to tilt the saddle, try tilting it very slightly
forwards. If you tilt the saddle back, this can quickly lead to pain or physical injury.
Some seatposts have two screws for adjusting the saddle angle, one in ont of and one behind the seat tube.
If you want to tilt the saddle forwards, loosen the rear
screw with an Allen key and tighten the ont screw by the
same number of revolutions. To tilt the saddle backwards,
loosen the ont screw and tighten the other to the same
degree. Then retighten both screws observing the correct
tightening torque (see ➠
Chapter 30 "Technical data").
Two-bolt seatpost
9.2.4.2 With a seatpost saddle clamp
If the saddle is attached to the seatpost by a clamp, the
clamping nut will be at the side. Adjust the saddle angle
as follows:
› Turn the clamping nut anticlockwise to loosen it.
You may need to counter the nut on the other side
using another wrench.
Adjust the saddle angle as follows:
› Turn the clamping screw anticlockwise to loosen it.
› Tilt the bike saddle to the required angle.
› Turn the clamping screw clockwise to tighten it.
(For tightening torques see ➠
data").
Chapter 30 "Technical
Adjusting the saddle angle
› Tilt the bike saddle to the required angle.
› Turn the clamping nut clockwise to tighten it. You
may need to counter the nut on the other side using another wrench. Use the correct tightening
torque (see ➠
Chapter 30 "Technical data").
Seatpost saddle clamp
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9.2.4.3 With a suspension seatpost
Suspension seatposts reduce vibrations caused by uneven
roads thereby reducing stress on the spinal column.
If you need to adjust the suspension elements in the seatpost, consult your specialist cycle shop.
Suspension seatpost
› Bend your upper body towards the handlebar until
you have found a position that is comfortable for
your back.
› Stretch out your arms towards the handlebar.
› Note the approximate position of your hands and
set the handlebar at this height.
9.3.1 Adjusting / aligning the handlebar
height with a conventional handlebar
stem
To release the stem sha in the head tube, proceed as
follows:
› Release the stem expander bolt to loosen the han-
dlebar stem. Turn it anticlockwise by two or three
revolutions using an Allen key.
9.3 Adjusting the handlebar position
Tighten all screws to the prescribed torque as otherwise screws could shear o and components could
come loose or detach altogether (see ➠
"Technical data").
You can also inuence your riding position by changing
the handlebar height.
The lower you set the handlebar, the rther you will have
to lean forwards. This increases the strain on your wrists,
arms and upper body and you will need to bend your back
rther.
The higher the handlebar is, the more upright your riding
position will be. This increases the stress on your spinal
column due to jolting.
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› Clamp the ont wheel between your legs to pre-
vent the bike fork om turning with the stem sha.
› Holding the handlebar by the handles, turn it om
right to le and vice-versa.
› If it is not possible to do this, tap lightly on the
stem expander bolt with a plastic hammer to loosen the clamping xture inside the stem.
› Set the handlebar stem to the required height.
› Align the handlebar so that it is exactly at right
angles to the ont wheel.
› To secure the stem sha again, turn the stem ex-
pander bolt clockwise using an Allen key until it is
tight (see ➠
Chapter 30 "Technical data").
You can determine a handlebar height that best suits your
body size as follows:
› Sit on the bike saddle.
› Ask another person to hold the bike steady if
required.
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Never tighten the handlebar stem if the maximum
mark or stop mark is above the top of the sha. If you
cannot nd a mark, insert the handlebar stem into
the head tube to a depth of at least 6.5 cm. If you do
not do this, the handlebar stem could come loose or
break.
9.3.2 Adjusting the handlebar height with
A-head systems
With the A-head stems shown here, the handlebar height
must be adjusted by a professional bike workshop.
9.3.3 Aligning handlebars with A-head
systems in relation to the ont wheel
To align the handlebar with the ont wheel, proceed as
follows:
› Loosen the hexagon socket screws on the rear of
the handlebar stem by turning them anticlockwise
with an Allen key.
9.3.4 Adjusting the handlebar position by
turning the handlebar
Loosen the hexagon socket screws on the ont of the
stem. Turn the handlebar until you nd the position that
is comfortable for you. Make sure that the handlebar is
always exactly in the centre of the stem. Now retighten the
hexagon socket screws by turning them clockwise. If the
tightening torque is stamped on the stem, use this value,
and if not, use the tightening torques in ➠
"Technical data".
Once you have adjusted the handlebar, you will also need
to adjust the brake levers and gear-shi handles. Loosen
the hexagon socket screws on the handle grips. Sit on
the saddle and put your nger on the lever. Turn the lever until your hand and lower arm are in a straight line.
Retighten the screws in the handle grips by turning them
clockwise. (For tightening torques see ➠
nical data").
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Chapter 30 "Tech-
› Turn the handlebar so that it is exactly at right
angles to the ont wheel.
› Tighten the hexagon socket screw by turning it
clockwise with an Allen key (see ➠
"Technical data").
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9.3.5 Adjusting the handlebar height with an
adjustable handlebar stem
With some types of handlebar stems, you can vary the
handlebar tilt. The stem angle can be adjusted via the
clamping screws which are on the side of the articulation
or the top/bottom of the stem. Models equipped with additional stop notches or adjusting screws are available.
Adjusting screw
Hexagon socket screw
(integrated stop notch)
Adjust the handlebar tilt as follows:
10 Frame
The form of the ame depends on the bike type and nction. Frames are manufactured om dierent materials
– steel or aluminium alloys or carbon (carbon bre), for
example.
The ame number of the bike is stamped on the seat
tube, the dropout or the bottom bracket housing.
› Undo the clamping screw by turning it anticlock-
wise through two or three revolutions using an
Allen key.
› If you own a model that is also equipped with
detents, continue turning the clamping screw anticlockwise to disengage the detents.
› If you own a model with integrated stop notch,
loosen the screw of the stop notch. In many stem
types this is located on the underside of the stem.
› Tilt the handlebar stem to the required angle.
› To fasten the handlebar stem, tighten the clamping
screw clockwise using an Allen key . If tightening
torques are specied on the stem, use exactly these
torques, and if not, refer to the table of tightening
torques in ➠
› In models with an integrated stop notch, tighten
the screw of the stop notch carelly clockwise.
In doing so, the stop notch must engage with the
teeth.
Chapter 30 "Technical data".
It may also be found on the motor suspension in Pedelecs. The bike can be identied by the ame number if it is stolen. To identi the bike properly, it is
important to note down the whole number in the right
order.
Never ride your bike if the ame is warped or
cracked. On no account should you attempt to repair
damaged parts. This can lead to accidents. Replace
defective parts before you ride the bike again.
Aer an accident or crash, have your bike checked by
a professional bike workshop before riding it again. If
defects on the ame or components go unnoticed this
can lead to accidents.
If your bike does not roll forwards easily in a straight
line, this could mean that the ame is warped. In this
case, have the steering stability checked by a professional bike workshop.
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11 Headset
12 Fork
Headset
The headset is the bearing for the bike fork in the ame. If
the headset has been properly adjusted, it will turn easily.
In doing so, no play should be evident.
The headset is subject to a large amount of stress due to
impacts with the road surface. This can cause it to come
loose or aect its setting. Have the play and ease of movement of the headset checked regularly by your specialist
cycle shop (for inspection intervals see ➠
"Inspection schedule").
Checking the headset
Chapter 28.1
The ont wheel is held in place by the bike fork. The bike
fork consists of two fork blades, the fork crown and steering tube.
Carbon fork Suspension fork
The suspension fork is a feature of most mountain bikes,
trekking bikes and city bikes. They can be adjusted in
dierent ways and provide a greater degree of riding comfort.
For information on the nction, maintenance and care of
suspension elements, refer to ➠
ame and suspension elements". Specic information on
your suspension fork is provided in the manufacturer's
operating instructions which you can nd on the CD or the
manufacturer's website.
Chapter 13 "Suspension
If you do not adjust the headset properly or tighten
it too tightly, this could cause breakages. This should
therefore always be carried out by a professional bike
workshop.
If you ride with the headset loose, this could damage
the bearing shells or fork.
Never ride with a damaged bike fork. Do not attempt
to repair a defective bike fork. This can lead to serious
accidents. If you notice that the bike fork is warped or
otherwise damaged, replace it before using the bike
again.
Avoid sudden changes in ground level and riding o
high kerb stones. This can damage the fork and lead
to serious accidents.
Check regularly that the screws on the bike fork are
securely fastened. If screws are allowed to come
loose, this can cause serious accidents.
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13 Suspension ame and suspension
elements
response, but does not strike through if you ride over an
obstruction. It must give slightly when you sit on your
bike.
13.1 Frame with rear suspension
If you wish to ride ooad in a particularly sporty manner
or with a high degree of comfort, you may have opted for a
ll-suspension model. In this case, the rear triangle of the
main ame is not rigid; instead it can move and is spring
mounted and damped by a shock absorber.
Full-suspension ame
Dierent types of suspension elements are used. These
are mainly shock absorbers equipped with a steel spring
or an air chamber whose air is compressed due to the
action of the suspension. In high-quality shock absorbers,
the damping action, that regulates the speed of compression and rebound, can be adjusted. This task is performed
by a system of oil chambers and ducts.
Although this type of shock absorber oers a higher degree of riding safety and comfort, it requires special handling. This User Manual contains only general information
in this regard. Detailed information and advice is provided
in the instructions om the shock absorber manufacturer
enclosed with the CD and can also be obtained om your
specialist cycle shop.
13.2 Care and maintenance
You can clean your ll-suspension MTB in the usual manner. Hot water with a little washing-up liquid or a gentle
detergent which you can obtain om your specialist cycle
shop are suitable for this.
You should avoid using a high-pressure cleaner to
clean your bike as the cleaning uid can also enter
sealed bearings due to the high pressure and damage
them beyond repair.
You should carelly wipe down the piston of the shock absorber and the seal with a so cloth as part of your regular
bike maintenance. If you spray a little spray oil, e.g. om
Brunox, on the running surface of the shock absorber and
the seal, this increases its performance and service life.
You should regularly check the articulations of the rear
triangle for play. To do this, li the wheel and try to move
the rear wheel sideways.
You can detect play in the mounting bushes of the shock
absorber by liing the rear wheel up and setting it back
down quickly. If you sense play or hear a rattling noise,
have your bike checked immediately by a professional
bike workshop.
Your safety depends to a large extent on whether the
suspension elements are securely fastened and are
working correctly. You should therefore regularly look
aer and inspect your ll-suspension bike.
The website of the relevant suspension element
manufacturer may also prove to be a valuable source
of information. Informative and helpl links are provided in ➠
Your specialist cycle shop should have adjusted the suspension for you before handing over your new bike. Your
bike and the seat position may look dierent to what you
are used to, and may also feel dierent when you are riding. The spring strut must be tuned so that it has a so
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Chapter 29 "Link list".
› Tighten all screws to the prescribed torque as
otherwise screws could shear o and components could come loose or detach altogether (see
➠
Chapter 30 "Technical data").
14 Bottom bracket and cranks
Chainrings are wear parts. Their service life depends on
various factors, e.g.
• maintenance and care,
• type of use and
• distance travelled.
15 Checking the bottom bracket
16 Wheels
16.1 Checking the wheels
The wheels connect the bike with the surface you are riding on. The wheels are subject to a particularly high level
of stress due to unevenness of the riding surface and the
weight of the rider.
The wheels are carelly checked and trued prior to delivery. However, the spokes may settle when you ride the
rst kilometres on your bike.
› Have the wheels checked again and trued if neces-
sary aer the rst 100 kilometres by a specialist
cycle shop.
The cranks must be securely fastened as this could
otherwise damage the crankset.
› The cranks can come loose which is why you should
regularly check whether they are securely fastened
by attempting to rock them to and o.
› If there is play in the cranks, have the bike checked
and the cranks fastened securely by a professional
bike workshop .
If your bike has a carbon ame and a bottom bracket
housing for a BB30 bottom bracket please note the
following:
In this case you can t an adapter so that a bottom
bracket with conventional BSA thread can be used.
However, bear in mind
• You can only install the adapter if the ame is
completely undamaged. Repairing a defective
BB30 housing serves no purpose. If it is not
installed correctly, the bottom bracket housing
may be damaged which would render the warranty void. This kind of adapter should only be
tted by a specialist cycle shop.
› You should subsequently regularly check the ten-
sion in the spokes and have loose or damaged
spokes replaced, and/or have the wheel trued, by a
specialist cycle shop.
The wheel can be attached to the ame and fork in a number of dierent ways. In addition to the standard systems
in which the wheel is held on by axle nuts or quick-release
devices, dierent types of oating axles exist. These can
be held in place by a screw connection or dierent types
of quick-release devices. If your bike has a oating axle,
please also refer to the enclosed manufacturer's user manual or visit the web pages of the relevant manufacturer in
the Internet.
Tighten all screws to the prescribed torque as otherwise screws could shear o and components could
come loose or detach altogether (see ➠
"Technical data").
Chapter 30
• Once the adapter has been tted in the carbon
ame it cannot be removed.
16.2 Checking the hubs
To check the hub bearings, proceed as follows:
› Li the wheel and spin it.
› Check whether the wheel continues to turn through
several revolutions before it stops moving. If it
stops suddenly, the bearing is damaged. This does
not apply for ont wheels with hub dynamos.
› To determine whether there is play in the hub bear-
ing, try rocking the wheel in the bike fork or rear
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triangle backwards and forwards perpendicular to
the direction of travel.
17 Tyres and inner tubes
› If you notice that there is play between the bear-
ings or if you encounter resistance when turning
the wheel, have the hub bearing adjusted by a specialist cycle shop.
16.3 Checking the rims
If you are using a rim brake, the rim is subject to a higher
degree of wear.
If a rim is worn it loses stability which makes it
more susceptible to damage. If the rim is deformed,
cracked or broken this can lead to serious accidents.
If you notice changes in a rim on your bike, do not
ride on it. Have the problem checked by a professional bike workshop.
17.1 Tyres
A large number of dierent tyre types exist. The bike's
ooad capability and rolling resistance depend on tread
prole.
Only inate the tyre to the maximum permissible tyre
pressure as otherwise it may burst.
Inate the tyre at least to the specied minimum air
pressure. If the tyre pressure is too low, the tyre may
detach om the rim.
The maximum permissible tyre pressure, and normally
also the minimum permissible pressure, can be found
on the tyre sidewall.
Always replace the tyre with a tyre of the same type,
dimension and prole as otherwise the ride characteristics may be adversely aected. This can lead to
accidents.
Rims for bikes with wheel sizes greater than 24" are
supplied with a rim wear indicator. These rims have
a characteristic curve or groove that runs round the
entire circumference.
Replace the rim as soon as you notice marks (grooves,
coloured spots) in one location on the rim, if an
embossed marking has disappeared or if a coloured
marking has worn down.
If the marking consists of a groove or several points
on the rim side wall, have the rim replaced as soon as
it wears o.
Tyres are wear parts. Check the tread depth, tyre pressure and condition of the tyre sidewalls regularly.
Replace worn tyres before using the bike.
Note the dimension of the tted tyre. Standard designations are used when stating the tyre dimension.
• Example 1: "46-622" means the tyre is 46mm
wide and the rim diameter is 622mm.
• Example 2: "28 × 1.60 inches" means that the tyre
diameter is 28 inches and the tyre width is 1.60
inches.
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The tyre pressure is equently stated in PSI. ➠ Chap-
ter 30 "Technical data" contains a table which you can
use to convert tyre pressures om PSI into bar.
17.2 Tubeless tyres
Tubeless tyres are also used nowadays, especially with
modern mountain bikes, but also with road bikes to a lesser extent. Although the oer a number of benets, they
must be used and handled with caution.
Only use tubeless tyres on suitable rims. These are
identied accordingly, e.g. using the abbreviation
"UST".
Only use tubed tyres on the designated rims. These do
not have turned-up edges (rim anges) and instead
have a smooth inwards-curving surface onto which
the tubed tyre is glued.
Only use the tubed tyres of the prescribed type and in
the prescribed manner with the correct tyre pressure.
Special skills and a great deal of experience are
required to glue on tubed tyres. Always have tubed
tyres replaced at a professional bike workshop. Find
out how to handle tubed tyres correctly and how to
replace them safely.
Only use tubeless tyres of the prescribed type and in
the prescribed manner, with the right tyre pressure
and, if applicable, using the recommended sealing
uid.
Tools must not be used to remove tubeless tyres om the
rim as otherwise leaks may subsequently occur. If the
sealing uid does not remedy the defect, the valve can be
removed and a normal inner tube used.
17.3 Tubed tyres
Tubed tyres are also used, particularly on bikes used in
sports competitions. With this tyre type, the inner tube
is sewn into the casing and this unit is glued rmly to the
designated rim using special adhesive. Tubed tyres oer
enhanced safety in the event of a puncture and improved
emergency-running characteristics
17.4 Inner tubes
The inner tube is necessary to maintain the pressure inside the tyre. It is inated via a valve.
Three valve types exist:
1
1 Sclaverand or road valve
2 Schrader or car valve
3 Dunlop or Woods valve
2 3
All three have a cap to protect them om ingress of dirt.
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To inate an inner tube with a Sclaverand or road valve,
proceed as follows:
18 Repairing a puncture
To repair a puncture, you will need the following equipment:
• Plastic tyre lever
• Patches
• Rubber solution
• Sandpaper
• Spare inner tube, if required
› Unscrew the valve cap anticlockwise with your
ngers.
› Unscrew the knurled nut anticlockwise.
› Push the knurled nut with your nger briey into
the valve until air escapes.
› Inate the inner tube using a suitable tyre pump.
› Screw the knurled nut back down.
› Screw the cap clockwise back onto the valve.
Ask a specialist cycle shop for advice on which tyre
pump is suitable for your valve.
To inate an inner tube with a Dunlop/Woods valve or
Schrader/car valve proceed as follows:
• Spare valve, if required
• Open-ended spanner (if your bike is not equipped
with a quick-release device)
• Tyre pump
We recommend you remove the defective wheel rst. Open
or remove the brake beforehand. The procedure for this
depends on the type of bike brake that is installed.
Read the chapter on brakes before removing the brake
as otherwise you could damage the brake system and
this could lead to accidents.
18.1 Opening the brake
› Unscrew the valve cap anticlockwise.
› Inate the inner tube using a suitable tyre pump.
› Screw the cap clockwise back onto the valve.
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18.1.1 Opening the cantilever or V-brake
› Grip the wheel with one hand.
› Squeeze the brake pads or brake arms against the
rim.
› Detach the brake cable at one of the brake arms.
18.1.2 Removing the hydraulic rim brake
› If quick-release brake mechanisms are tted, re-
move a brake unit (see ➠
the quick-release device").
› If no quick-release brake mechanisms are tted,
deate the tyre.
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18.1.3 Opening the side-pull calliper brake
18.2.2 Removing the rear wheel
› Open the quick-release lever on the brake arm or
brake lever.
› If no quick-release brake mechanisms are tted,
deate the tyre. The wheel can now be pulled out
between the brake pads.
18.1.4 Releasing the hub gears, roller, drum
or back-pedal brakes
› Undo the cable clamping screw or quick-release
device on the brake arm.
› With back-pedal brakes, the screw connection of
the brake arm on the chain stay must be released.
18.2 Removing the wheel
Please note that the work steps described here are for a
specic example.
Please observe the information by the relevant manufacturer or consult your specialist cycle shop.
› If your bike is equipped with derailleur gears, shi
down to the smallest sprocket. The rear derailleur
does not prevent the wheel om being removed in
this position.
› If quick-release devices are tted to your bike,
open them (see ➠
Chapter 9.2.2 "Operating the
quick-release device").
› If axle nuts are tted to your bike, release these
by turning them anticlockwise using a suitable
spanner.
› Fold the rear derailleur backwards slightly.
› Li the bike up slightly.
› Pull the wheel out of the ame.
› If the rear wheel still does not come out, open the
quick-release device rther by turning the lock nut
anticlockwise.
› Strike the wheel om above gently with the palm
of your hand to shi it.
› The wheel should drop out.
18.2.1 Removing the ont wheel
› If quick-release devices are tted to your bike,
open them (see ➠
quick-release device").
› If axle nuts are tted to your bike, release these
by turning them anticlockwise using a suitable
spanner.
› If the dropouts are specially formed to prevent the
ont wheel om falling out, continue loosening
the nuts by turning them anticlockwise. Once the
washers and nuts are clear of the dropouts, pull the
ont wheel out of the fork.
› If your bike is equipped with metal wheel locking
devices, continue loosening the nuts by turning
them anticlockwise.
› Pull the metal locking devices apart until they are
clear of the dropout.
› Now pull the ont wheel out of the fork.
Chapter 9.2.2 "Operating the
The example here shows the removal of a Shimano hub gear:
Disconnect the shiing cable to remove the rear wheel
› Disconnect the cable om the cassette joint to
remove the rear wheel om the ame
Cassette joint
› 1. Set the Revo-shi lever to 1.
Set to 1
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› 2. Pull the outer casing out om the outer casing
holder of the cassette joint, and then remove the
inner cable om the slit in the bracket.
Bracket
Outer casing holder
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2
1 Pull out om outer casing holder
2 Remove om the slit
› 3. Remove the inner cable xing bolt unit om the
cassette joint pulley.
Inner cable xing bolt unit
Cassette joint pulley
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› 5. Undo the wheel nuts and put them to one side.
Remove the lock washers om the wheel axle.
› 6. Pull the rear wheel out of the dropout slits.
18.3 Removing the tyre and inner tube
› Unscrew the valve cap, fastening nut and the cap
nut (if installed) om the valve. Remove the valve
insert om Dunlop or Woods valves.
› Allow the remaining air to escape om the inner
tube.
› Place the tyre lever on the inner edge of the tyre
opposite the valve.
› Lever the tyre sidewall over the rim ange.
› Push the second tyre lever between the rim and
tyre approx. 10 cm away om the rst one.
› Continue levering the tyre o the rim until the tyre
has detached round the entire circumference.
› Take the inner tube out of the tyre.
If it is dicult to pull the outer casing out om the
outer casing holder of the cassette joint, insert a
2mm Allen key or # 14 spoke into the hole in the
cassette joint pulley, and then turn the pulley to
loosen the inner cable. Then remove the inner cable xing bolt unit om the pulley rst, and aer
this remove the outer casing om the outer casing
holder.
2
Remove the inner
cable xing bolt unit
1
Turn the
pulley
Pulley hole
2 mm Allen key
or # 14 spoke
3
Pull out om
the outer casing
holder
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18.4 Mending the inner tube
› Pump up the inner tube.
› Put the inner tube in a container lled with water
to locate the puncture.
› Push the inner tube below the surface of the water.
Air bubbles will be visible at the point where the
inner tube is torn or perforated.
› If you start losing air om the tyre on the road and
cannot nd the hole, simply inate the inner tube
hard. The hole will then get bigger as the air will
escape with greater force and you will be able to
hear more easily where it is coming om.
› Allow the inner tube to dry.
› Carelly roughen the inner tube in the area around
the puncture using the sandpaper.
› Coat this area with rubber solution.
› Wait for several minutes until the rubber solution
is touch dry.
› Press the rubber patch rmly onto the damaged
area.
› 4. Undo the screw of the brake arm and remove it.
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› Leave the rubber patch to dry for several minutes.
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18.5 Fitting the tyre and inner tube
Make sure that foreign bodies do not enter the inside
of the tyre. Make sure that the inner tube is creaseee and not pinched at all times. When tting the
tyre, bear in mind the running direction. If the tyre
has a running direction, this will be indicated on the
tyre sidewall.
18.6 Fitting the wheel
Please note that the work steps described here are for a
specic example.
Please observe the information om the relevant manufacturer or consult your specialist cycle shop.
18.6.1 Inserting the ont wheel
› Make sure that the rim tape covers the spoke nip-
ples and is undamaged.
› Put the rim with one edge inside the tyre.
› Push one side of the tyre completely into the rim.
› Insert the valve through the valve hole in the rim
and t the inner tube inside the tyre.
› Push the tyre over the rim sidewall.
› Pull the tyre forcelly into the centre of the rim.
The area that has already been tted will slip into
the base of the rim.
› Check once again that the inner tube is seated
correctly.
› Push the other side of the tyre completely over the
rim ange using the heel of your hand.
› With Dunlop or Woods valves: Put the valve insert
back into position and screw the cap nut tight.
› Inate the inner tube slightly.
› Check that the tyre is correctly seated and is true
using the indicator ring on the rim sidewall. Adjust
the seating of the tyre by hand if it does not run
straight.
Bear the running direction of the tyre in mind when
tting the ont wheel.
If your bike is equipped with a disc brake, make sure
that the brake discs are correctly positioned between
the brake pads.
18.6.2 Inserting the rear wheel
18.6.2.1 Bikes with derailleur gears
› If your bike is equipped with derailleur gears, put
the chain back onto the smallest sprocket when
tting the rear wheel.
› Insert the wheel as far as it will go so it sits cen-
trally in the dropouts.
› Tighten the hub nut, or rmly close the quick-
release device (see ➠
quick-release device").
Chapter 9.2.2 "Operating the
› Inate the inner tube up to the recommended tyre
18.6.2.2 Bikes with hub gears
pressure.
Fitting a wheel with gear hub in the ame
› 1. Fit the chain on the sprocket and oer up the
hub axle to the dropouts.
Hub axle
Dropout
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› 2. Fit the xing washers onto both sides of the hub
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axle. Turn the shiing arm until the projections on
the xing washers engage with the slits in the
dropouts. In this case the shiing arm can be
mounted more or less parallel to the ame fork.
Locking washer (le-hand side)
Shiing arm
Dropout
Counter the clamp nut with a 10 mm spanner when
tightening the clamp screw for assembly of the brake
arm clamp.
Tightening torque
2
– 3Nm
Locking washer
(right-hand side)
Frame fork
› The projecting part must be on the dropout side.
› Fit the xing washers so the projections precisely
engage in the slits in the dropouts on the ont or
rear of the hub axle.
› 3. Take up the slack in the chain and fasten the
wheel onto the ame with the cap nuts.
Tightening torque
30 – 45 Nm
Cap nut
Locking washer
› 4. Fit the brake arm with brake arm clamp correctly
onto the ame fork.
Clamp nut
Brake arm
Clamp screw
Once you have installed the brake arm clamp, make
sure the clamp screw projects roughly 2 to 3mm beyond the clamp nut.
Brake arm
Clamp nut
2 – 3 mm
Brake arm clamp
Clamp screw
(M6 × 16mm)
› 5. Before using the back-pedal brake, make sure
the brake is working properly and the wheel turns
easily.
Tighten all screws to the prescribed torque as otherwise screws could shear o and components could
come loose or detach altogether (see ➠
Chapter 30.3
"Tightening torques for screw connections").
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› Thread in the brake cable and secure it or close the
Brake arm clamp
Frame fork
quick-release brake mechanism.
› Check that the brake pads make contact with the
brake contact surfaces.
› Check that the brake arm is securely fastened.
› Test the brakes.
Installing the shiing cable with hub gears
CJ-8S20
JAPAN
LOCK
› Bring the cable around to the cassette joint pulley,
hold so that the inner cable xing nut is facing to
the outside (toward the dropout), and then slide
the ats part of the inner cable xing washer into
the gap in the pulley.
Flats part of the inner
cable xing washer
Gap in pulleyInner cable
xing nut
Pulley
› Attach the inner cable to the pulley as shown in the
illustration, pass the inner cable through the slit in
the cassette joint bracket, and then insert the end
of the outer casing securely into the outer casing
holder.
LOCK
CJ-8S20
JAPAN
Inner cable
Pulley
Bracket
Bracket
Outer casing holder
CJ-8S20
JAPAN
› Turn the cable 60° anticlockwise and attach it on
the hook.
Hook
LOCK
CJ-8S20
Turn the
JAPAN
cable 60°
2
Slit
1
1 Pass through the slit
2 Insert into the outer casing holder
› If rst inserting the outer casing into the outer
casing holder is easier, then rst insert the outer
casing into the outer casing holder, and the insert a
2mm Allen key or a # 14 spoke into the hole in the
cassette joint pulley, and then turn the pulley so
that the inner cable xing bolt unit ts into the gap
in the pulley.
1
3
LOCK
CJ-8S20
JAPAN
2
Hole in pulley
2 mm Allen key
or # 14 spoke
1 Insert into the outer casing holder
2 Turn the pulley
3 Insert the inner cable xing bolt unit
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