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WARNINGS:

WARNINGS:

It is very important that you properly adjust

and firmly close both quick release seat clamp assemblies.
Read and follow the instructions. If they are not properly
adjusted they could slip.

Be sure to position the rear seat clamp quick release lever is
positioned horizontally to maximize clearance with the rear
tire through the full range of suspension travel. See Fig. 4. 
Do not adjust seat assembly further forward than minimum
line. See Fig. 5.

Do not attempt to adjust the seat while riding. 

Failure to follow these instructions could cause loss of
control and injury

.    

2.  The second adjustment is the seat back angle. The seat back may be
adjusted through 17 degrees. This adjustment is made by loosening the two
bolts (one on each side) shown in 

Fig. 6

. Move the seat back to suit your

preference and
retighten the clamp
bolts. They should be
torqued to 

94-130 In-

Lbs (8.7-10.6 Nm)

before riding. As noted
in the “starting off”
section above, start with
a more upright seat
back angle. We suggest
mid position or steeper. 

SET UP AND ADJUSTMENT

Frame sizes:

The following is a good starting point.

Height <5’ 7” (170cm) 

Standard frame  

Height >5’ ‘7” (170cm) & >200Lbs (90Kg)  Large frame 
Height 5’ 9” - 6’10” (175 - 208cm) 

Large frame  

The seat:

The Easy Rider seat assembly is adjustable in five ways. 

1.  The first and most
basic is fore and aft
adjustment of the
whole assembly. 

See

Fig. 2 & Fig. 3

. The

goal of this
adjustment is to fit
the seat to pedal
distance to your own
body size. The
objective is to have
your knee slightly
bent when your foot
is at the forward most part of the pedal rotation. You should not bend your ankle
to reach further forward. As noted in the “starting off” section above, start with a
shorter seat-to-pedal distance. The seat rails are laser etched with a size scale.
Note your preferred setting and save time when sharing a bike or reinstalling
the seat assembly after removing it for transport.  

The seat assembly is
clamped in place with
two quick release
assemblies. See
section 4 B of the
Cannondale Owners
Manual for detailed
instructions on the
proper operation of a
quick release. 

Fig. 2

Fig. 2

5

Fig. 3

Fig. 3

5

Fig. 4

Fig. 4

5

Fig. 5

Fig. 5

5

Fig. 6

Fig. 6

5

8

9

94-130 In-Lbs

(8.7-10.6 Nm)

Summary of Contents for Easy Rider

Page 1: ...1 Suspension Set Up 11 Easy Rider Fork 12 Preload Adjustment 13 HeadShok Scheduled Maintenance 16 HeadShok Warranty 18 Fox Rear Shock Service and Warranty 18 Tire Choice and Pressure 18 Shifter Choice...

Page 2: ...oid serious or fatal injury and to minimize risk you must learn and practice new skills Before riding read this Recumbent Owners Manual Supplement and learn and practice the skills described below Not...

Page 3: ...es You do not SOME RECUMBENT SPECIFIC RIDING CHARACTERISTICS Handling Recumbents have handling characteristics that are different from conventional bicycles and the Cannondale Easy Rider may handle di...

Page 4: ...new sport or new equipment consult with your doctor regarding your fitness start slowly work up progressively cross train stretch and listen to your body If you feel pain work with your retailer on ad...

Page 5: ...e suggest mid position or steeper SET UP AND ADJUSTMENT Frame sizes The following is a good starting point Height 5 7 170cm Standard frame Height 5 7 170cm 200Lbs 90Kg Large frame Height 5 9 6 10 175...

Page 6: ...wn tube you may pinch the cables You may clamp the left hand chainstay or the seat back upright If you clamp the left hand chain stay or the seat back upright get help and be careful as the weight of...

Page 7: ...t suspension spring preload first use a 6mm hex wrench to remove the stem extension tube You will now see a hole in the center of the top of the fork Insert a 4mm hex Spring rate The force needed to c...

Page 8: ...eload resulting in a higher spring rate and less sag Turning the ring counterclockwise decreases preload resulting in a lower spring rate and more sag See Fig 12 With the rear wheel off the ground tur...

Page 9: ...bly and to the top of the fork crown Reattach the boot with two zip ties Make sure that the zip ties are secured tightly For the majority of riders the standard springs once preloaded for a rider will...

Page 10: ...re requires partial disassembly of the suspension fork and therefore must be performed only by an experienced bicycle mechanic at an Authorized Cannondale retailer HeadShok warranty All HeadShok forks...

Page 11: ...ack will be available that attaches to the base of the seat assembly The seat assembly is pre drilled and tapped standard M6 to accept this pannier rack This rack will accept a pair of medium panniers...

Page 12: ...r cargo could fall into the rear wheel and cause an accident with risk of serious injury ACCESSORIES Lighting Must be added if you ever ride at dawn dusk or night See section 2 F of the Cannondale Own...

Page 13: ...nsion parts frame fixtures and finishes paint and decals are warrantied against manufacturing defects in materials and or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase For complete in...

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