WARNING
Extended riding with a poorly adjusted saddle or one that does not properly
support your pelvic area can cause injury to your nerves and blood vessels.
If your saddle causes pain or numbness, re-adjust the saddle position. If after
adjustment your saddle still causes pain or numbness, consult your dealer about
further positioning or replacing the saddle with one that better fits you.
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To adjust the seat height of a bicycle
1. Sit on the seat in riding position without shoes, while someone
holds the bicycle up.
2. Position the crank arms so they are parallel to the seat tube.
3. Loosen the seat post binder bolt, or quick-release.
4. Extend the seat post until, with your heel resting on the bottom pedal,
your extended leg is straight.
When wearing your shoes there should be a slight bend in your knee
in a proper riding position; with the ball of your foot on the pedal.
5. Make sure the minimum insertion mark on the seat post is not visible
above the bike frame. A minimum of 21/2” (64 mm) of the seat post must
remain in the frame.
6. Close the seat post quick-release, or tighten the bolt to 85-125 lb•in
(9.6-14.1N•m)
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Cooper
Bicycle Owners Manual
The Seat Height
Leg extension with
correct seat height.
The Seat Post
A - This line must be inside the bike
frame and not visible
A
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