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Attachment of an incorrect pedal into a crank arm can
strip pedal threads and cause irreparable damage. Before
your first ride, please check to insure your pedals are
attached correctly.
Pedals & Crank Set
Look for the letters “R” for right, and “L” for left, stamped on each pedal
spindle. Start threading each pedal by hand to avoid stripping the threads.
Tighten with a 15mm narrow open ended wrench. Note that the right
hand pedal attaches to the chainwheel side crank arm with a right-hand
(clockwise) thread. The left pedal attaches to the other crank arm and has
a left-hand (counter-clockwise) thread. It is very important that you check
the crank set for correct adjustment and tightness before riding your
bicycle. New cranks may become loose with initial use, refer to pages 107-
109 for proper crank set adjustment and maintenance. Once the pedals
have been installed, remove the dust caps from the center of each crank
arm. Tighten the spindle nuts securely (approx. 350 in. lbs.) with a 14mm
socket wrench or an 8mm Allen wrench, depending on style, then replace
the dust caps.
Dust
Cap
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Seat and Seat Post
Your bicycle may come equipped with either a
standard or a micro-adjustable seatpost.
Standard Seatpost
Attach the seat to the seat post by first loosening
the nuts on the seat clamp. Insert the tapered end
of the seat post into the seat clamp until it is at the
top of the clamp. Partially tighten the nuts on the
seat clamp, then insert the seat assembly into the
frame of the bicycle and adjust the seat to the proper
height. The seat post must be inserted to at least
the “Minimum Insertion” line. Move the quick release
lever to the closed position. You should feel considerable resistance while moving the lever. If not, re-open and tighten the
lever, then move it to the closed position. See the section in this manual regarding quick releases for more detailed instructions.
Adjust the seat to be centered in the clamp and generally level with the ground, then re-tighten the clamp nuts evenly before
riding. Avoid riding the bike with a loose saddle.
Micro-Adjustable Seatpost
Loosen the seat fixing bolt, then slide the seat into the clamp. The two seat rails should fit into the corresponding channels
in the clamp. There is usually no need to completely remove the fixing bolt, but it may be necessary in some cases. Partially
tighten the seat fixing bolt, then insert the seat assembly into the frame of the bicycle and adjust the seat to the proper height.
The seat post must be inserted to at least the “Minimum Insertion” line. Move the quick release lever to the closed position.
You should feel considerable resistance while moving the lever. If not, re-open and tighten the lever, then move it to the closed
position. See the section in this manual regarding quick releases for more detailed instructions. Adjust the seat to be centered
in the clamp and generally level with the ground, then re-tighten the seat fixing bolt before riding. Avoid riding the bike with a
loose saddle.
NOTE: Some models of bicycles may be equipped with a suspension seat post (See diagram on next page). Some suspension
posts can be adjusted for stiffness using the preload adjusting screw. Turning the 6mm Allen screw Clockwise will make the
suspension stiffer, while turning the 6mm Allen screw Counter-clockwise will make the suspension softer.
Seat Clamp Nuts
Standard Seat Post
The seat post must be inserted so that the minimum insertion mark cannot be seen. The
quick release mechanism must be tightened securely to prevent a sudden shift of the
seat when riding. Failure to do this may cause loss of bicycle control.
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Attach
Seat Here
Boot
Minimum
Insertion
Mark
Preload adjusting
screw on underside
Suspension Seatpost
Quick Release lever
(same on both seat
post types)
Micro-Adjustable
Seat Post
Seat Fixing Bolt
Proper Seat Position
Seat is level with ground
and centered in clamp