Cannondale Bicycle, Owner'S Manual

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seCtion C.
moUntain Bike RidinG ..................... 60-63
Off-Road Riding ...................................................................60
Bike Types ...............................................................................60
Inspection and Maintenance Routines........................60
Suspension ............................................................................61
Jumping ..................................................................................61
Stay In Control ......................................................................61
Downhill and Lift-Serviced Riding ................................61
Shifting Gears While Pedaling ........................................61
Freeride and Downhill Riding .........................................64
seCtion d.
insPeCt foR safety .......................... 66-76
1. Understanding Metals ..................................................67
2. Understanding Composites (
Carbon fiber
) ........72
3. Understanding Components ......................................73
Bicycle Lifespan ....................................................................76
Useful Life of Lightweight Frames .................................76
seCtion e.
maintenanCe ..................................... 77-81
3
0 Day Service ......................................................................77
Cleaning ..................................................................................77
Preventing Corrosion .........................................................77
Lubrication .............................................................................78
Tightening Torques .............................................................78
Repair/Work Stands ............................................................79
Protect From Extreme Temperatures ...........................79
RIding Through Water ........................................................79
Applying Frame Protection ..............................................80
seCtion f.
Cannondale limited WaRRanty .......82
Warranty Registration ........................................................83
Serial Number .......................................................................83
seCtion G.
PRe-Ride CheCklist .............................
95-96
Cannondale
aUthoRized distRiBUtoRs ...................84
aPPendiCes
APPENDIX A.
Cannondale BB30 Bicycle Frames .................................86
APPENDIX B.
Maximum Fork Length ......................................................87
APPENDIX C.
Carbon Fiber Seat Posts ....................................................88
APPENDIX D.
Carbon Fiber Forks and Stems ........................................90
APPENDIX E.
Bicycle Racks .........................................................................92
APPENDIX F.
Bicycle Trainers .....................................................................94