INSTRUCTIONS AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Page 3: ...MMENCAL bicycles comply with the safety standards detailed in the following sections below ISO 4210 2014 Young adult ISO 4210 2014 City trekking ISO 4210 2014 Mountain ISO 4210 2014 Racing ISO 8098 20...
Page 4: ...height of the handlebars and the headset 12 Quick release adjustment 14 Quick release adjustment Maxle type 15 Rear wheel quick release adjustment META AM 16 Rear wheel quick release adjustment SUPRE...
Page 5: ...such as the suspension is also supplied with each of our bicycles or frame kits TUTORIALS In order to help you to mount your bike please visit our website for tutorials http www commencal store co uk...
Page 6: ...6 Caliper Spoke Tyre Quick release Rim Brake disc Crank Fork Chain ring Front mech Chainstay Chain Rear mech Cassette Brake disc Caliper Swing arm Seat clamp Seatpost Saddle Frame Stem Grip Handle ba...
Page 7: ...KE 7 Caliper Spoke Tyre Quick release Rim Disc Brake Crank Fork Chain ring Chainstay Chain Rear mech Cassette Brake disc Caliper Swing arm Seat clamp Seatpost Saddle Frame Stem Grip Handlebar Brake le...
Page 8: ...ing on the road a bicycle is considered as a vehicle it is therefore essential that you respect the various national rules of the road 8 Respect the rules of the road in every circumstance 9 When off...
Page 9: ...OLUT To be used only on specially prepared trails or tracks for an urban or dirt style use such as a skate park BMX track etc TYPE 5 CITY ROAD BABYLON LE ROUTE FCB UPTOWN ACID For use on paved roads o...
Page 10: ...fork Pay attention to the fact that the disc has to be inserted between the brake pads in the Caliper Tighten the quick release UNPACK AND ASSEMBLE YOUR BIKE UNPACK AND ASSEMBLE A video that can help...
Page 11: ...pedal stroke and place your heel on the pedal In this position your leg should be just about straight without tilting your hips fig 1 To adjust the seat tube you will need to loosen the seat tube cla...
Page 12: ...USTING THE HEIGHT OF THE HANDLEBARS AND THE HEADSET 12 WARNING All our bicycles are fitted with a headsets With this system the headset is pre adjusted via the stem so any adjustment to the height of...
Page 13: ...er tube spacers You can position them above or below the stem fig 6 fig 6 5 Once you have adjusted the height of the handlebar reinstall the bolt and stem plug Centre the handlebars using the front wh...
Page 14: ...heel axle systems exist most notably on bicycles used for more aggressive riding QR 20 axles offer an increase in rigidity and require a specific procedure to operate If you have a bicycle with a syst...
Page 15: ...ant When closing the lever there should be resistance in the quick release system When the lever is closed into a horizontal position 90 to the axis it should leave an imprint in the palm of your hand...
Page 16: ...the rear wheel 1 Install the wheel in its housing in the frame Make sure the disk is in place between the pads 2 Insert the aluminum axle through the hub from the left of the frame bracket 3 Tighten...
Page 17: ...well as the brake pads are subject to wear It is therefore essential to replace the rim when it is worn There is a wear indicator on the rim that allows you to visualize the rims state of fatigue If...
Page 18: ...ning in period If the wheel does not turn freely or the sound does not disappear however it would be best to seek professional help WARNING The liquid contained in the hydraulic brake system is harmfu...
Page 19: ...allowing you to build up speed on descents Small chainring spins at a faster rate so is better adapted for climbs For the rear mech Big cog low ratio better adapted for climbing Small cog high ratio b...
Page 20: ...mal sound heard If there is something make sure you check for any play and tighten any assemblies with the correct torque settings where necessary chap VI You can use your bicycle safely when each che...
Page 21: ...tyres are in good shape with the correct pressure as mentioned on the tyre sidewalls 5 The wear of the brake pads 6 There is no play anywhere on your bicycle 7 The various bolted elements and the torq...
Page 22: ...ou limit the range of movement of the mech fig 19 fig 20 To determine the correct adjustment you need to respect the following spacing 0 5mm between the chain and the internal part of the chain guide...
Page 23: ...o so until you have a satisfactory gear change TIP If your gears aren t shifting properly this could be due to the incorrect posi tioning of your front mech The chainguide should be parallel to the ch...
Page 24: ...is the case it is essential that you change the mech hanger fig 24 Adjustment for going up through the gears Place the chain on the smallest cog Work the shifter to move the chain up to the next cog I...
Page 25: ...tact System This system has been put in place so that the shock compresses when you sit on the bike leading to fantastic grip and control To make it easier to understand it is adjusted by measuring th...
Page 26: ...REBOUND ADJUSTEMENT The rebound adjustment manages the extension speed of the shock after it has been compressed To adjust this lift your feet off the ground while remaining seated on the saddle of y...
Page 27: ...ny excess water and then wipe it down with a dry cloth You can also remove the seatpost so that any water in the frame drain WARNING After each wash inspect the welds on your frame to check for any ev...
Page 28: ...a high stress area can indicate that a component has come to an end and therefore needs to be replaced immediately IMPORTANT Any component on the bike needs to be replaced with an identical component...
Page 29: ...handlebars Inner tubes The air pressure should not diminish between rides Rims in the case of broken rims The sidewalls should not be worn Check the rims wear indicator Rim tape Should not be folded o...
Page 30: ...onstant from new To be replaced as soon as the efficiency is inadequate Rim braking system levers and arms The force applied to the lever to brake should be the same as when the bicycle was new There...
Page 31: ...ls should not be deformed Should be comfortable Seatpost AThere should be no signs of cracks or deformation Should be able to freely slide in and out of the frame Don t forget to lightly grease the se...
Page 32: ...the cable passing through the entrance into the tube can often cause friction against the steerer tube and can cause long term damage We urge you to cover this area with a thick adhesive protection A...
Page 33: ...with another metal This results in the chemical welding of the two materials toge ther To avoid any risk of oxidation it is essential to assemble the components with specific anti seize grease for ti...
Page 34: ...M6 9 8 11 7 N m 7 2 8 6 Lb ft Bolt M8 22 24 N m 16 2 17 7 Lb ft Bolt M10 30 35 N m 22 2 25 9 Lb ft WARNING If the torque settings are not respected you run the risk of a sudden break of either one or...
Page 35: ...pted The life of your bike will depend on the way it has been manufactured and the materials used Taking care of the bike cleaning it etc Will prolong its life Putting too much weight on the bike raci...
Page 36: ...the BB showing the serial number In addition pictures of the complete have to be provided so we can see how the bike was assembled A picture of the tag on the box is mandatory for problems on new bike...
Page 37: ...elmet is compulsory regardless of the type of riding you are doing Think about gloves back protection knee pads elbow pads These products are continually improving in quality and performance and they...
