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counterclockwise until the preload ring is not touching the spring. Now turn the
preload ring until it firmly contacts the coil spring but does not compress it. This
is your starting point for adjustment. Now turn clockwise per the chart, 

Fig. 13

wrench to engage the preload
adjusting screw. Turn the screw
clockwise to increase preload,
resulting in a higher spring rate and
less sag. Turn the screw
counterclockwise to reduce
preload, resulting in a lower spring
rate and more sag. 

See Fig. 10

.

The preload screw puts pressure
on the spring. Turn the screw
counterclockwise to the point where you feel that the screw is not compressing
the spring. This is your starting point for adjustment. Now count turns clockwise
per the chart, 

Fig. 13

. After adjustment is made, reinstall the stem extension

tube, making sure that it is seated flush against the headset seal with the bolts
on the left side. Torque to 

77-94 In-

Lbs (8.7-10.6 Nm). See Fig. 11

WARNING:

WARNING:

Do not use the

stem extension tube to
adjust handlebar height.
The stem extension tube
must always be clamped in
place fully seated against
the headset top seal with
the bolts on the left side. If
the stem extension tube is not properly clamped, it may
break with risk of serious injury to the rider. 

The rear suspension uses a coil-
over shock, meaning that a steel
coil spring surrounds the oil
damper, also known as a shock
absorber. To adjust the rear
suspension spring preload, you will
turn the spring preload ring. Turning
the ring clockwise increases
preload, 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, turn the spring and preload ring

Fig. 10

Fig. 10

6

Fig. 11

Fig. 11

5

Fig. 12

Fig. 12

6

Approximate number of turns of spring preload required for the
recommended 40% sag (About 25mm sag front and 30mm sag rear). 

Note: this will vary with rider height due to change in weight distribution.
This is a very 

soft & compliant

setup for use on uneven surfaces - riders on

smooth roads may  favor a harder suspension set up. If so, increase the number
of turns of spring preload.                     

 

Rear shock 

 

 

Fork 

    

Bike size 

 Standard   Large  

Standard    Large   

Rider Lbs       

Rider Kg  

<140  

* * *  

1

* * * * *  

<64  

140-160 

1

* * *  

* * * * *  

64-73  

160-180  

1  

1  

73-82  

180-200  

1  

3  

82-91  

200-220  

5  

91-100 

220-240  

* * 

* * * * 

100-109  

240-260  

* * 

3  

* * * * 

9  

109-118  

260-280  

* * 

* * * * 

11  

118-127

* Use 700 lb/in x 1.57 spring - available from Fox         
* * Use 1050 lb/in x 1.60 spring or go to LARGE size bike providing you are 

over 5’7” (170cm)         

* * * Use 900 lb/in x 1.60 spring or STANDARD size bike providing you are 

under 6’0” (180cm)

Warning  - Do not exceed 5 turns of preload on the Fox rear shock

—————————————————————————————————---——  

* * * * Use blue spring (available from your Cannondale retailer) in fork or go to 

large size bike providing you are over 5’ 7’’ (170cm)        

* * * * * Use green spring (available from your Cannondale retailer) in fork or go 

to standard size bike providing you are under 6’ 0’’ (180cm)

Note: A firmer red fork spring is also available for the fork from authorized
Cannondale retailers   

Cannondale Part #

Description

Spring Color

HD110/GRE  

Soft fork spring     

Green

HD110/BLU

Medium fork spring

Blue

HD110/RED

Hard fork spring

Red

Fig. 13

Fig. 13

5

14

77-94 In-Lbs

(8.7-10.6 Nm)

Note!

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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