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Page 3: ...nual for your bike You can download Adobe Acrobat PDF versions of any Cannondale Owner s Manual or Owner s Manual Supplements or Tech Notes from our website Go to http www cannondale com bikes tech Ot...

Page 4: ...and Tubes 34 Section 5 service 38 41 5 A Service Intervals 39 5 B If Your Bicycle Sustains an Impact 41 PART II Section A Important safety info 42 50 A Wide Range of Injuries Are Possible 42 Bicycles...

Page 5: ...eight Frames 76 Section E Maintenance 77 81 30 Day Service 77 Cleaning 77 Preventing Corrosion 77 Lubrication 78 Tightening Torques 78 Repair Work Stands 79 Protect From Extreme Temperatures 79 RIding...

Page 6: ...t is impossible to anticipate every situation or condition which can occur while riding this Manual makes no representation about the safe use of the bicycle under all conditions There are risks assoc...

Page 7: ...erate your new bicycle If not before your first ride have your dealer explain any functions or features which you do not understand 1 B Safety First 1 Always wear an approved helmet when riding your b...

Page 8: ...e and the fastener can strip threads stretch deform or break Either way incorrect tightening force can result in component failure which can cause you to loose control and fall Make sure nothing is lo...

Page 9: ...t your brakes need adjustment Do not ride the bike until the brakes are properly adjusted by a professional bicycle mechanic Wheel Retention System Make sure the front and rear wheels are correctly se...

Page 10: ...urself with how the suspension responds to brake application and rider weight shifts See paragraph B 6 above and SECTION 4 F Practice shifting the gears see SECTION 4 D Remember to never move the shif...

Page 11: ...4 C pedals SECTION 4 E shifting SECTION 4 D 4 Be careful to keep body parts and other objects away from the sharp teeth of chainrings the moving chain the turning pedals and cranks and the spinning wh...

Page 12: ...ve the right of way 6 Use approved hand signals for turning and stopping 7 Never ride with headphones They mask traffic sounds and emergency vehicle sirens distract you from concentrating on what s go...

Page 13: ...off road help may not be close 7 Before you attempt to jump do stunt riding or race with your bike read and understand SECTION 2 F Off Road Respect Obey the local laws regulating where and how you can...

Page 14: ...on the tire tread if the cable jumps out of its yoke or breaks WARNING DO NOT REMOVE THE FRONT OR REAR REFLECTORSORREFLECTORBRACKETSFROM YOUR BICYCLE They are an integral part of the bicycle s safety...

Page 15: ...hieved by motorcycles and therefore face similar hazards and risks Have your bicycle and equipment carefully inspected by a qualified mechanic and be sure it is in perfect condition Consult with exper...

Page 16: ...is your responsibility 2 G Changing Components Or Adding Accessories There are many components and accessories available to enhance the comfort performance and appearance of your bicycle However if y...

Page 17: ...kind of shoes in which you ll be riding and bounce vigorously on your heels If your crotch touches the frame the bike is too big for you Don t even ride the bike around the block A bike which you ride...

Page 18: ...re the saddle is straight fore and aft re tighten the seat post clamp to the recommended torque See manufacturer s instructions Once the saddle is at the correct height make sure that the seat post do...

Page 19: ...ou tighten the clamp bolt to the recommended torque See manufacturer s instructions NOTE If your bicycle is equipped with a suspension seat post periodically ask your dealer to check it Small changes...

Page 20: ...outside of the steerer tube or with a quill stem which clamps inside the steerer tube by way of an expanding binder bolt If you aren t absolutely sure which type of stem your bike has ask your dealer...

Page 21: ...LOSE CONTROL AND FALL Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar stem assembly If you can twist the stem in relation to the front wheel turn the handleb...

Page 22: ...when installing or removing a through axle wheel If you don t know what a through axle is ask your dealer Wheels are secured in one of three ways A hollow axle with a shaft skewer running through it...

Page 23: ...ith your dealer It is very important that you understand the type of wheel securing method on your bicycle that you know how to secure the wheels correctly and that you know how to apply the correct c...

Page 24: ...loose control and fall resulting in serious injury or death 2 Wheels With Cam Action Systems There are currently two types of over center cam wheel retention mechanisms the traditional over center ca...

Page 25: ...ion move the cam lever from the locked or CLOSED position to the OPEN position figs 8a b If your bike has through bolt or bolt on front wheel retention loosen the fastener s a few turns counter clockw...

Page 26: ...lever to the OPEN position Then turn the tension adjusting nut counterclockwise one quarter turn and try tightening the lever again 6 With a through bolt or bolt on system tighten the fastenerstothet...

Page 27: ...e dropouts and pull it all the way in to the dropouts 5 On a single speed or an internal gear hub replace the chain on the chainring pull the wheel back in the dropouts so that it is straight in the f...

Page 28: ...3 Before you ride the bike first check that the seat post is securely clamped Adjusting The Seat Post Cam Action Mechanism The action of the cam squeezes the seat collar around the seat post to hold...

Page 29: ...ed use Be careful not to touch a disc brake until it has had plenty of time to cool 6 See the brake manufacturer s instructions for installation operation and care of your brakes If you do not have th...

Page 30: ...s causes a transfer of weight to the front wheel or under heavy braking around the front wheel hub which could send you flying over the handlebars A wheel with more weight on it will accept greater br...

Page 31: ...29 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Figure 15 OPEN OPEN OPEN PUSH...

Page 32: ...e more downward pressure you apply the more braking force up to the point where the rear wheel stops rotating and begins to skid WARNING Before riding make sure that the brake is working properly If i...

Page 33: ...ifting the chain in towards the centerline of the bike is for accelerating and climbing and is called a downshift Moving the chain out or away from the centerline of the bike is for speed and is calle...

Page 34: ...O THE LARGEST ORTHE SMALLEST SPROCKET IFTHE DERAILLEUR IS NOT SHIFTING SMOOTHLY The derailleur may be out of adjustment and the chain could jam causing you to lose control and fall e What if it won t...

Page 35: ...ome bicycles come equipped with pedals that have sharp and potentially dangerous surfaces These surfaces are designed to add safety by increasing grip between the rider s shoe and the pedal If your bi...

Page 36: ...l manufacturer s setup and service instructions If you do not have the manufacturer s instructions see your dealer or contact the manufacturer 4 F Bicycle Suspension Many bicycles are equipped with su...

Page 37: ...ler can help you select the most appropriate design The size pressure rating and on some high performance tires the specific recommended use are marked on the sidewall of the tire see fig 17 The part...

Page 38: ...ealer to recommend the best tire pressure for the kind of riding you will most often do and have the dealer inflate your tires to that pressure Then check inflation as described in SECTION 1 C so you...

Page 39: ...ounterclockwise the valve stem lock nut and push down on the valve stem to free it up Then push the pump head on to the valve head and inflate To inflate a Presta valve with a Schrader pump fitting yo...

Page 40: ...our dealer how to properly complete them Improper adjustment or service may result in damage to the bicycle or in an accident which can cause serious injury or death If you want to learn to do major s...

Page 41: ...C 3 AFTER EVERY LONG OR HARD RIDE If the bike has been exposed to water or grit or at least every 100 miles Clean the bike and lightly oil the chain Wipe off excess oil Lubrication is a function of cl...

Page 42: ...NISMS WEAR OR FATIGUE FROM STRESS AT DIFFERENT RATES AND HAVE DIFFERENT LIFE CYCLES IF A COMPONENT S LIFE CYCLE IS EXCEEDED THE COMPONENT CAN SUDDENLY AND CATASTROPHICALLY FAIL CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY...

Page 43: ...te components including fames wheels handlebars stems cranksets brakes etc which have sustained an impact must not be ridden until they have been disassembled and thoroughly inspected by a qualified m...

Page 44: ...ily thrown off for many reasons including overly hard use of the front brakes See PART I SECTION 4 C Brakes or striking an obstacle Bicycling Inherent Risk WARNING BICYCLING IS AN ACTIVE SPORT WITH IN...

Page 45: ...c laws Riding in traffic is hazardous We cannot teach you about all of these hazards We suggest Effective Cycling ISBN 0 262 06159 7 by John Forester And www bicyclesafe com by Michael Bluejay How to...

Page 46: ...ing at night is risky Take the challenges outlined in SECTION C and add another level of difficulty and risk Seeing the terrain is much more difficult at night Mountain biking at night is only for ski...

Page 47: ...mage IF YOU DECIDE TO REFINISH suggestions Understand that your Cannondale warranty will be voided Go to a professional bicycle repainter often a frame builder Ask about the professional s experience...

Page 48: ...de the line of the bicycle whenmakingturns Childrenshouldalwayswear helmets when riding in a child carrier or trailer Use of bicycle helmets on children is required by law in many areas Bicycles Have...

Page 49: ...rue will likely mean choosing a rear tire that provides even more clearance than the CPSC recommends ASK YOUR CANNONDALE DEALER FOR THE RIGHT TIRES FOR YOUR BIKE AND ITS PARTICULAR COMPONENTS YOU CAN...

Page 50: ...der If you ride with clipless pedals attach your riding shoes to the pedals and check for front tire clearance Figure 20 Toe clip overlap is common on small frame size bicycles It is simple to avoid a...

Page 51: ...er control Unlike an ABS system in a car you cannot just jam on the brakes and let the system take over There is no system to think or act for you Some people including sales people may try to explain...

Page 52: ...power systems from many different manufacturers We simply can t predict what all can go wrong by installing one We can say that installing an aftermarket power system represents a MAJOR modification...

Page 53: ...of a touring bike the quick handling of a racing bike but are not well suited for carrying heavy loads on a tour For that purpose you want a touring bike Within each of type of bicycle one can optimi...

Page 54: ...ntended to give an aggressive racer or competitive cyclist a performance advantage over a relatively short product life 2 a less aggressive rider will enjoy longer frame life 3 you are choosing light...

Page 55: ...NDED For off road or mountain bike use or for any kind of jumping Some of these bikes have suspension features but these features are designed to add comfort not off road capability Some come with rel...

Page 56: ...s dirt embankments requiring long suspension travel or heavy duty components Cross country and marathon equipment tires shocks frames drive trains are light weight favoring nimble speed over brute for...

Page 57: ...hat fit the intermediate intended use 5 cover a fairly wide range of intended use and within this range are models that are more or less heavy duty Talk to your retailer about your needs and these mod...

Page 58: ...Gravity Freeride and Downhill bikes are 1 heavier and have more suspension travel than All Mountain bikes allowing them to be ridden in more difficult terrain over larger obstacles and larger jumps 2...

Page 59: ...Chase INTENDED For man made dirt jumps ramps skate parks other predictable obstacles and terrain where riders need and use skill and bike control rather than suspension Dirt Jumping bikes are used mu...

Page 60: ...mountain bike use The relatively large road bike size wheels are faster than the smaller mountain bike wheels but not as strong MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT RIDER lbs kg LUGGAGE lbs kg TOTAL lbs kg 300 136 3...

Page 61: ...anual The added challenges of tandem riding mean that you should limit off road tandem riding to easy moderate terrain Please read your Cannondale Tandems Owner s Manual Supplement It contains importa...

Page 62: ...TAIN BIKE RIDING IS VERY DIFFERENT FROM RIDING A BIKE ON THE ROAD For starters it is almost certain you will fall off Get training Join a club and find experienced people to teach you It is likely tha...

Page 63: ...Riders who insist on jumping their bikes risk serious damage to their bicycles as well as themselves Stay In Control WARNING FAILURE TO RIDE IN CONTROL COULD RESULT IN A FALL LEADING TO SERIOUS INJURY...

Page 64: ...treme pedaling pressure puts a great amount of stress on components While most components can withstand an occasional power shift continual power shifting will most assuredly damage some part of your...

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Page 66: ...in Dew commercials to the X Games to the Red Bull Rampage riders are grabbing big air and sticking sick drops And it sure looks fun But what the videos and bike magazines and ads don t always tell you...

Page 67: ...oing to last forever They re not The warranty certainly doesn t mean that the bicycle can in any way protect you from injury Use of Specialized Protective Gear Cannondale has long urged the use of hel...

Page 68: ...depends upon you You therider owner havecontrolandknowledge of how often you use your bike how hard you use it and where you use it Cannondale does not We design rugged and light bicycles and test th...

Page 69: ...ductile titanium less ductile followed by aluminum Metals vary in density Density is weight per unit of material Steel weighs 7 8 grams cm3 grams per cubic centimeter titanium 4 5 grams cm3 aluminum 2...

Page 70: ...So what kind of damage are we talking about On a microscopic level a crack forms in a highly stressed area As the load is repeatedly applied the crack grows At some point the crack becomes visible to...

Page 71: ...pect and investigate any staining to see if it is associated with a crack SIGNIFICANT SCRATCHES GOUGES DENTS OR SCORING CREATE STARTING POINTS FOR CRACKS Think about the cut surface as a focal point f...

Page 72: ...hen product life Smooth fluid riding style No hits crashes jumps other shots to bike Low mileage Lower body weight Less aggressive rider Non corrosive environment dry salt free air Clean riding enviro...

Page 73: ...l supplement get one now For important inspection and safety information see your owner s manual supplement or visit http www cannondale com bikes tech index html Other Suspension Forks If you have a...

Page 74: ...e Limits Of Composites Well designed composite or carbon fiber bicycles and components have long fatigue lives usually better than their metal equivalents While fatigue life is an advantage of carbon...

Page 75: ...urface of an undamaged composite you will hear a consistent sound usually a hard sharp sound If you then tap a delaminated area you will hear a different sound usually duller less sharp Unusual Noises...

Page 76: ...your profile very honestly with your retailer Take these choices seriously and understand that you are responsible for the changes A great slogan to discuss with your retailer as you consider changing...

Page 77: ...manufacturer s instructions for information on cleat wear and replacement Crankset Remove both sides from the bottom bracket Clean and inspect all parts carefully for cracks Examine both inside and ou...

Page 78: ...esult in an unpredictable breakage ALL FRAMES AND COMPONENTS SHOULD BE PERIODICALLY CHECKED BY AN AUTHORIZED CANNONDALERETAILER forindicatorsofstressand or potential breakage including cracks deformat...

Page 79: ...om reading the manuals and actually riding your new bike take steps to fine tune your fit and comfort on the bike and add accessories to suit your needs Cleaning Use only water and dishwashing liquid...

Page 80: ...rks See owner s manual supplement Tightening Torques Correct tightening torque for the fasteners bolts screws nuts on your bicycle is very important to your safety Correct tightening torque for the fa...

Page 81: ...tect the seat post finish with a rag Riding Through Water CAUTION Sealed components such as HeadShok and Lefty forks headsets bottom brackets and hubs are effective at keeping mud and grit out of your...

Page 82: ...d material to the shape required 2 Remove the backing and position the guard under the cable line 3 Rub the guard firmly against the frame with your fingers to fix it in place 4 Periodically recheck t...

Page 83: ...ountain bikes placement on the down tube protector 1 on the downtube 2 reduces the potential for damage caused by debris thrown by the wheel Figure 26 Chainstay Protector On mountain or road bikes the...

Page 84: ...use neglect improper repair improper maintenance alteration modification an accident or other abnormal excessive or improper use This limited warranty applies only to bicycles purchased in fully assem...

Page 85: ...ee http www cannondale com privacy for details Serial Number The serial number for your bike is located on a barcoded label which is attached permanently to the underside of the bottom bracket Figure...

Page 86: ...3 Wilnius email pastas umaras com BELARUS DiscoverySport 220030 Minsk Kirova St 23 7 Rep of Belarus tel fax 375 17 220 23 50 website www velo by email discoverysport mail ru EUROPEAN DISTRIBUTORS dist...

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Page 88: ...roved for use by Cannondale may void your warranty Figure 31 BB30 Bottom Bracket Shell CAUTION All Adapters must be installed by a professional bike mechanic No adapter should be used as a frame repai...

Page 89: ...SED ON HEAD TUBE DIAMETER BUT THE CRITICAL FACTOR OF FRAME MAXIMUM FORK LENGTH DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM FORK LENGTH Exceeding the MAXIMUM FORK LENGTH limit can overload the frame causing it to break whil...

Page 90: ...ening 4 Insert the seat post and tighten the seat binder to the specified torque with an accurate torque wrench Consult the seat post manufacturer s instructions for torque information 5 Check tighten...

Page 91: ...t to install there is a serious problem Do not shorten or cut a seat post Ask your Cannondale dealer for help in properly fitting and adjusting your seat post 4 KEEP THE SEAT POST S MINIMUM INSERT BEL...

Page 92: ...posites for information on carbon fiber REPLACETHE FORKWITH A NEW ONE IFTHE DROPOUTTABS ARE MISSING OR DAMAGED The dropout tabs located at the bottom of the fork dropout act as a secondary wheel reten...

Page 93: ...o most carbon forks and handlebar stem systems are shown here Your fork appearance and shape may vary from what is shown If you have any questions about your fork ask your Cannondale Dealer NOTE DROPO...

Page 94: ...d by the clamps and support systems of a bike rack Both carbon and aluminum can suffer serious abrasion damage by the movement of the bike in the rack during transport All damage to your bike is very...

Page 95: ...ssible chafing damage Cleantheclampingareatoeliminateabrasiveparticles pad the clamping area and properly tighten the clamp NON FLOATING FORK MOUNT REAR WHEEL TRAY With this type a mechanism pulls the...

Page 96: ...eavy classic all steel quick release and clamp it tight Relative movement will wear parts weaken and damage your bike Note that many modern quick releases will not fit the clamping cones in this kind...

Page 97: ...t Are you visible to motorists If you are riding at dusk dawn or at night you must make yourself visible to motorists Use front and rear lights and a strobe or blinker Reflectors alone do not provide...

Page 98: ...e actuated disc brakes check that the lever feels firm and does not move too close to the handlebar grip With any disc brakes the brake pads must make firm contact with the rotor without the brake lev...

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