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PART 1
1.A - Bike Fit
Section 1. First
GT Bicycle Owner’s Manual
1.A - Bike Fit
1. Is your bike the right size? To check, see
SECTION 3.A. If your bicycle is too large or
too small for you, You may lose control and
fall. If your new bike is not the right size, ask
your dealer to exchange it before you ride it.
2. Is the saddle at the right height? To check,
see SECTION 3.B. If you adjust your saddle
height, follow the Minimum Insertion
instructions in SECTION 3.B.
3. Are saddle and seat post securely clamped?
A correctly tightened saddle will allow no
saddle movement in any direction. See
SECTION 3.B.
4. Are the stem and handlebars at the right
height for you? If not, see SECTION 3.C.
5. Can you comfortably operate the brakes? If
not, you may be able to adjust their angle
and reach. See SECTION 3.D and 3.E.
6. Do you fully understand how to operate 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 bike, and follow the helmet
manufacturer’s instructions for fit, use and
care.
2. Do you have all the other required and
recommended safety equipment?
See SECTION 2. It’s your responsibility to
familiarize yourself with the laws of the
areas where you ride, and to comply with all
applicable laws.
3. Do you know how to correctly operate your
wheel quick releases? Check SECTION 4.A.1
to make sure. Riding with an improperly
adjusted wheel quick release can cause the
wheel to wobble or disengage from the
bicycle, and cause serious injury or death.
4. If your bike has toeclips and straps or
clipless (“step-in”) pedals, make sure you
know how they work (see SECTION 4.E).
These pedals require special techniques and
skills. Follow the pedal manufacturer’s
instructions for use, adjustment and care.
