05/08
moto
Owner’s Manual Supplement
122172.PDF
Please note that the specifications and information in this manual are subject to change for product
improvement. For the latest product information, go to
http://www.cannondale.com/tech_center/
saFety inFormation ............................... 1
about this supplement .......................... 2
important Composites message .......... 2
intended Use ............................................... 3
Building Up a Frameset ........................... 4
Bike stands ................................................... 4
extreme temperatures ............................. 4
inspection and Crash Damage ............. 5
repainting and refinishing ................... 5
maximum Fork Length ............................ 6
minimum seat Post insert ...................... 7
tire size ......................................................... 8
Frame tyPes ................................................... 9
sPeCiFiCations ............................................10
HeaD tUBe ......................................................12
DroPoUts ......................................................13
sHoCK LinK, PUsH LinK,
main PiVot.....................................................14
rear sHoCK ...................................................16
maintenanCe .............................................18
Frame Protection .....................................19
CaBLe roUtinG ..........................................20
CONTENTS
WARNING
this supplement may include procedures beyond the scope of general mechanical aptitude. special
tools, skills, and knowledge may be required. improper mechanical work increases the risk of an
accident. any bicycle accident has risk of serious injury, paralysis or death. to minimize risk we strongly
recommend that owners always have mechanical work done by an authorized Cannondale retailer.
READ THIS SUPPLEMENT AND YOUR CANNONDALE BICYCLE
OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY! Both contain important safety
information. Keep both for future reference.