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9. Recommended torque settings: Campagnolo /Shimano /Avid /SRAM components

Component

Bolted connection

Campagnolo*

Shimano**

SRAM***

Rear gear changer Fastening bolt

8 - 10

(rear derailleur)

Cable fixing bolt

4 - 6

4 - 5

Chain roller bolt

3 - 4

Front derailleur

Fastening bolt

3.5

5 - 7

5 - 6.5

Cable fixing bolt

5 - 7

4.5

Brake/shift lever Mounting bracket bolt (Allen bolt)

6 - 8

5 - 7

Mounting bracket bolt (screwdriver)

2.5 - 3

Bolt of cable stop on frame (screwdriver)

1.5 - 2

Shifter fastening bolt (rapidfire)

2.5

Disc brakes

Caliper bolt (fixation to frame)

7 5 - 7 (RW)/ 9 - 10 (FW)

Disc (rotor) fixing bolts

Hub

Quick-release lever

9 - 12

Locknut for adjustment of quick-release hub bearing

3.5

10 - 25

Free-wheel hub

Freewheel body fastening bolt

35 - 49

Freewheel body fastening nut

35 - 44

Sprocket cluster lock ring

29 - 49

Crank set

Crank fixing bolt (cotterless, grease-free)

32 - 38

34 - 44

Crank fixing bolt (octalink) SRAM GXP

35 - 50

48 - 54

Chainwheel bolt

8 - 11

Sealed cartridge Shell

49 - 69

34 - 41

Bottom bracket

Pedal

Pedal axle

31 - 34

Shoe

Cleat bolts

5 - 8

Spike

(

Brake

Fastening bolt (V-brake)

5 - 9

5 - 7

Fastening bolt (racing brake)

8 - 10

Cable fixing bolt

6 - 8

Brake pad fixing bolt

5 - 7

6 - 8

Pad fixing bolt in cartridge brake shoe

1 - 2

(

9. Recommended torques for bolted connections

* From Campagnolo technical specifications ** From Shimano Product Information and Tech Tips, *** From SRAM technical information / Avid installation and operating instructions/Truvativ instructions.

Summary of Contents for All Terrain Bikes

Page 1: ...Please read pages 6 and 7 before your first ride Please go through the check list of the delivery receipt together with your MERIDA dealer Please perform the functio nal check on pages 8 and 9 before...

Page 2: ...andlebar Shift lever Brake lever Headset Suspension fork Drop out Brake Brake disc Wheel Quick release Spoke Tires Rim Valve Hub Saddle Seat post Seat post clamp Rear shock Brake Front derailleur Cass...

Page 3: ...4 Chainstay Stem Handlebar Brake shift lever Headset Brake Fork Drop out Wheel Quick release Tire Spoke Rim Valve Hub Saddle Seat post Seat post clamp Brake Cassette sprockets Front derailleur Rear de...

Page 4: ...ight with reflector Brake Suspension fork Drop out Dynamo Wheel Quick release Spoke Rim Reflector ring Tire Valve Hub Saddle Suspension seat post Seat post clamp Carrier Rear light with reflector Brak...

Page 5: ...your new bike please be sure to read chapter 3 Before your FIRST ride To make sure cycling gives you the greatest possible enjoyment you should always carry out the minimum functional check described...

Page 6: ...ns differ ent types of bikes and riders Therefore this manual focuses on the bike and important notes and warnings not teaching you how to ride and not teaching you the rules of traffic Please be awar...

Page 7: ...is booklet Here you will nd pictures of all types of bikes show ing all the essential components Leave this page unfolded while you read so that you can quickly locate the components referred to in th...

Page 8: ...onal check 34 9 4 2 Vertical adjustment of the brake pads 34 9 4 3 Synchronizing and adjusting the side pull brakes 34 9 5 Characteristics of cantilever brakes 35 9 5 1 Functional check 35 9 5 2 Synch...

Page 9: ...26 Service and maintenance schedule 102 27 Assembling and equipping a MERIDA frame 104 28 Special characteristics of carbon 106 28 1 Carbon special characteristics 106 28 1 1 General notes on care 107...

Page 10: ...ardous to your life and limb Always protect yourself with suitable clothing 3 Before your first ride Only use your bike according to its intend ed purpose as it may otherwise not stand up to the stres...

Page 11: ...10 The gears 5 Are saddle and handlebars properly adjusted The saddle should be set to a height from which you can just reach the pedal in its lowest position with your heel Check whether your toes r...

Page 12: ...ng the brake levers towards the han dlebars The brake pads of calliper brakes must hit the rim with their entire surface without touching the tire You should not be able to pull the lever all the way...

Page 13: ...und from a small height If there is any rattling find out where it comes from Check the bear ings and bolted connections if necessary 7 If your bike is suspended check the frame Lean on your bike and...

Page 14: ...ebars relative to the front wheel Also briefly lean on the brake levers to make sure the handlebars are firmly fixed in the stem For more information see chapter 8 Adapting the bike to the rider and c...

Page 15: ...erial as described in chapter 28 Special characteristics of carbon 5 Lift your bike up a few centimetres and let it bounce onto the ground If this causes any sort of noise search for loose bolt connec...

Page 16: ...blic roads it has to be equipped according to the regula tions of your country This applies in particu lar to the reflectors and the lighting set Ask your MERIDA dealer or the distributor in your coun...

Page 17: ...lever Over the second half of its travel the force you need to move it should increase consid erably Towards the end of its travel the lever should be very hard to move Use the ball of your thumb whi...

Page 18: ...quick release is properly fastened the wheel will remain firmly fixed in the drop outs of the frame If your seat post is equipped with a quick release retention mechanism check whether the saddle is...

Page 19: ...lockwise Close the thru axle quick release lever like a usual quick release lever From the start of the closing movement up to about the first half of its travel the lever should move very easily with...

Page 20: ...y hard to move Use a matching Allen key to adjust the initial tension of the quick release lever Use the palm of your hand while your fingers pull on an immovable part such as the fork leg 7 How to us...

Page 21: ...on 8 1 Adjusting the saddle to the correct height The correct saddle height is the height which provides maximum pedalling comfort and efficiency When pedalling the balls of your big toes should be po...

Page 22: ...the frame using the sad dle nose and the bottom bracket or top tube as a reference point In case of frames with long seat tube stretch ing beyond the top tube the seat post must at least reach below...

Page 23: ...whether you can still reach the ground safely with your feet while sitting on the sad dle If not you should lower the saddle a little at least to begin with The position of the saddle is very individ...

Page 24: ...safety If you are not sure about how to adjust the stem your MERIDA dealer will be pleased to help you 8 2 1 Conventional stems Release the expander bolt by two to three complete turns You should now...

Page 25: ...ble height Check all bolted joints and do a brake test before you set off 8 2 2 Adjustable stems Adjustable stems allow for the handlebar height to be modified by raising or lowering the front part of...

Page 26: ...e position of the stem you have to readjust the bearings see chapter 12 The Headset The vertical setting range is determined by the intermedi ate rings also referred to as spacers In the case of flip...

Page 27: ...an dlebars downwards Also check whether you can twist the handlebars and stem against the fork Do this by holding the front wheel between your knees and trying to twist the handlebars If there is any...

Page 28: ...ion is the so called saddle clamp which usually has two nuts seated on a single through bolt Release one or both bolts at the top of the seat post Turn the bolt two to three turns counter clockwise at...

Page 29: ...urn the screw clockwise and watch how the lever wanders as you do so When you have set the levers to the desired gripping distance be sure to check whether there is still enough free travel for the br...

Page 30: ...em tube and tighten the bolt a little more if necessary Observe the maximum torque for more infor mation see chapter 29 Recommended tor ques for bolted connections After adjusting the handlebar you wi...

Page 31: ...oth sides Retighten the bolts to the required torque See whether the bar ends are firmly fixed by trying to twist them out of position Note that the bolted connections of stem handlebars bar ends and...

Page 32: ...always comfortably rested i e the elbows should project the arm rests a little towards the rear The basic bullhorn handlebar should be aligned parallel to the lane In this position the ends generally...

Page 33: ...volves retaping the handlebars afterwards To adjust the tilt of the handlebars release the Allen bolt s on the underside or front side of the stem Turn the handlebars to the desired position Make sure...

Page 34: ...l and movability on the bike are important Such a seating position does not provide ped alling comfort when riding longer distances In comparison to the conventional seating position riding on a very...

Page 35: ...against a brake surface and the ensuing friction slows down the wheel If water dirt or oil gets in contact with one of the engaging surfaces this changes the coef ficient of friction and deceleration...

Page 36: ...h like which serve as wear indi cator In case parts of this wear indicator are no longer visible the rim must be replaced Be aware of longer stopping distan ces when riding in the rain When replacing...

Page 37: ...nsion Adjust this bolt until the distance between brake pad and rim is the same on either side 9 The brake system To adjust the brakes release the knurled lock ring located at the point where the brak...

Page 38: ...ey are properly adjusted Test the brake in standing after adjus ting it Make sure the brake pads engage fully with the rim when you pull them hard You should not be able to pull the lever all the way...

Page 39: ...he trough pointing to the front This V shaped setting prevents screeching when the brakes are applied When you pull the brake lever both brake arms must contact the rim simultaneously You should not b...

Page 40: ...it all the way to the handlebars even in the event of an emergency stop A correctly adjusted brake will pass on all these points Adjusting the position of the brake pads to the rims requires a conside...

Page 41: ...den cables Another possibility to adjust the brake is by means of an adjusting bolt located at the front brake Release in this area the knurled nut of the bolt through which the cable passes unscrew t...

Page 42: ...er nuts located directly above and two under neath the rotor These adjusting devices allow for a synchronization of the brake cables in pairs so that the rotor moves regularly and does not get jammed...

Page 43: ...After this check the function and make sure the brake pads do not grind on the rims and the wheel turns easily After several adjustments the position of the brake lever may change This can reduce the...

Page 44: ...Drum brakes become very hot during riding For this reason do not touch the brakes shortly after a stop espe cially after riding downhill a long time 9 The brake system 9 8 Back pedalling brakes coast...

Page 45: ...tinuous braking or dragging of brakes can cause the brake system to overheat This may lead to a considerable reduction of the brak ing power or even to a failure of the brake This may cause severe acc...

Page 46: ...ange Check the pads for wear if necessary by inspecting the nose or ear shaped metal lugs protruding from behind the brake calliper When these wear indicators have approached the disc with about a mil...

Page 47: ...eck the function and make sure the brake pads do not drag on the disc when you release the brake lever and let the wheel spin After several adjustments the position of the brake lever may change This...

Page 48: ...ow ever Thee are two types of gears in general use The derailleur and the multi speed hubs For more things to know about operation checking and maintenance see the chapter on your type of gears 10 1 D...

Page 49: ...of the wrist with the twist grip as the case may be Because of the variety of different products your MERIDA bike can be equipped with components which are different in their shift ing directions Ask...

Page 50: ...hermore you can shift more than one gear by one move A short shifter travel results in a one gear change a long shifter travel leads to a double gear jump With the Shimano Dual Control gear and brake...

Page 51: ...ndlebar as well but a bit higher than the big one is pushed with the thumb too and makes the chain move to the smaller chainwheels 10 The gears The principle of twist grips is slightly differ ent Twis...

Page 52: ...the brake lever A short tap to the inward moves the chain to a smaller sprocket Sweeping the shifting lever more in means the derailleur shifts the chain to larger sprockets One tap can shift up to t...

Page 53: ...tinue pedalling smoothly without force as long as the chain is moving between sprock ets or chainwheels Shifting gears under load i e while pedalling hard can cause the chain to slip and considerably...

Page 54: ...changer and chain from colliding with the spokes or the chain from dropping off the smallest sprocket The limit bolts have been adjusted by your MERIDA dealer They do not alter their position during n...

Page 55: ...to find its original posi tion Turn the bolt clockwise to shift the gear chang er towards the wheel and counterclockwise to shift it away from the wheel Shift gears to the largest sprocket Be care fu...

Page 56: ...H and L This adjustment is a job best left to your MERIDA dealer As with the rear gear changer the cable of the front gear changer is subject to lengthen ing which may lead to a reduced precision in...

Page 57: ...edalling backwards The best brak ing power is achieved with the pedals on a horizontal level and in low gears 10 The gears Twist grips from SRAM When shifting gears the bike should roll without being...

Page 58: ...The bolt of the coaster brake bracket must be released by two turns as well After the adjustment of the appropriate chain tension finish by tightening the rear wheel axle bolts with a torque wrench Ti...

Page 59: ...radable lubricants Bear in mind that some of the lubricant will always end up on the ground especially in wet conditions Having cleansed the chain as thoroughly as possible apply appropriate lubricant...

Page 60: ...ck the condition of the chain at regular intervals To do so shift the chain on the large front chainwheel Take the chain between your thumb and index finger and try to lift it off the teeth If you can...

Page 61: ...essure The tires provide the friction needed for carry ing the bike forward on the riding surface At the same time they should afford minimum rolling friction and enhance the rider s com fort by absor...

Page 62: ...r car valve This is an adapted car tire valve MERIDA exclusively uses Sclaverand valves The lower of the two pressure specifications makes for better cushioning and is therefore best for off road cycl...

Page 63: ...pressure at home Treat your tires well in particular do not ever ride over sharp edges Never inflate your tires beyond the maximum per missible pressure otherwise one of them might burst or come off t...

Page 64: ...me to time For this pur pose lift the wheel from the ground and spin it with your hand Watch the gap between the rim and the brake pads or in the case of disc brakes between frame or fork If the gap v...

Page 65: ...a thief will nd this just as easy to do There are special locks available which you can use instead of quick release levers For these you need a specially coded key or an Allen key If in doubt ask you...

Page 66: ...simply disengage the brake cable at the brake pad is only given in the case of a few brakes If this is not the case the easiest way is to deflate the tire in order to be able to pull the tire without...

Page 67: ...give the wheel a light blow with your hand so that it drops out 11 4 2 Dismounting tires Screw the valve cap and the fastening nut off the valve and deflate the tire completely Press the tire from the...

Page 68: ...the whole tire by pulling the other tire edge off the rim If you have a puncture en route do not pull the whole tube out of the tire Leave the valve sticking in the rim Pump up the tube Look for the h...

Page 69: ...k you will have to use the tire levers Make sure the blunt ends point towards the tube and the tube does not get damaged Press the valve deep into the tire so that the tube does not get caught between...

Page 70: ...ot be able to move the chain more than two centimetres up and downwards On no account should the chain sag Fasten the coaster brake bracket again If you have disc brakes check whether the brake pads r...

Page 71: ...lower cup Another way to check the headset is to lift the front wheel off the ground a little and then let it drop A rattling noise tells you that the bearing has play To check the bearing for ease o...

Page 72: ...ring moves easily without play 12 3 Adjusting the threadless headset Aheadset The special feature of this system is that the stem is not encased by but rather clamped onto the fork tube which in this...

Page 73: ...rs and try to twist them against the front wheel A loose stem can cause bad accidents Riding the bike with a loose headset subjects the fork and bearings to extreme stress This can lead to a fork rup...

Page 74: ...amping is usually afforded by oil or by the self damping properties of the elastomers Almost all fork manufacturers include well written instructions in their deliv eries Read these instructions caref...

Page 75: ...u can start optimizing the damping Adjust it in small steps and watch the rebound move ment Do not turn any bolts on your suspen sion fork in the vague hope of adjust ing it somehow You could be loose...

Page 76: ...or fork maintenance Observe your manufacturer s recommendations Forks with pneumatic springs have to be regularly checked for air pressure as the air escapes over time Before and after adjusting the f...

Page 77: ...with an Allen key To relax the spring turn the bolt counterclockwise When turning the bolt counterclockwise as when looking at the bolt from below do not release it beyond the point where it is even w...

Page 78: ...ully before changing any settings or doing any maintenance work Release the bolt for the initial spring tension only so far that it is flush with the seat post If you notice any play get it reduced at...

Page 79: ...ect that should be taken into account when adjusting the tilt of the saddle If you have trouble sit ting try lowering the nose of the saddle a little relative to the usual position Furthermore full su...

Page 80: ...s on the material downhill races free riding dual slalom and trick rides Mission for efficient forward movement in mountainbike races and marathons Slightly limited in stability and durability This mo...

Page 81: ...re a lot of training and expe rience For your own safety s sake do not overestimate your abilities and protect your self with suitable clothing The UMF Freddy bikes are stable dura ble and designed fo...

Page 82: ...he sag to approx 25 to 40 depending on the type of shock absorber As this is in part a matter of taste you can try different versions or vary the adjustment according to the terrain The rear shock sho...

Page 83: ...ear shock absorber To achieve the most favourable riding per formance the rear shock must be adjusted to your weight your seating position and your riding habits For this reason please read the follow...

Page 84: ...hted fields show the recommended adjustment In general a long sag makes for soft riding which is good for freeriders enduro riders and comfort cyclists while a short sag makes for hard riding which is...

Page 85: ...or the respec tive rear shock If you want to reduce the pressure to get a longer sag screw on the special rear shock pump and let a little air escape via the bleed valve Here too it is best to proceed...

Page 86: ...ebound damping this slows down the rebound movement effective ly preventing the rear frame from bobbing up and down Excessive rebound damping however prevents the spring element from rebounding fast e...

Page 87: ...on rags Always make sure the protective caps are screwed onto the valves when cleaning your bike Thinners and aggressive cleaning agents are liable to damage seals and stickers Do not use abrasive cle...

Page 88: ...best left to your MERIDA dealer Wrong assembly may cause damage and serious accidents Lubricate the sliding bearings and the rear base with a resin and acid free grease such as MOTOREX Bike Grease 20...

Page 89: ...ice intervals specified below For more information on how to perform the tests see chapter 15 3 Checks care and mainte nance After every ride Clean the rear shock in particular its functional componen...

Page 90: ...nec tion between shoe and pedal prevents your feet from slipping off when pedalling fast or when riding over rough ground Besides this it enables you not only to push but also to pull on the pedals wh...

Page 91: ...you engage and disengage the shoe from the pedal 16 The pedals Exposed springs and other components that attract dirt have to be cleaned and regreased regularly Squeaking or creaking cleats can often...

Page 92: ...is also dis tinguished by its greater efficiency i e the smaller power input required for producing the same amount of electricity as compared with a tire dynamo 17 The lighting set Tire dynamos are...

Page 93: ...ctors tend to cor rode if exposed to salt and rain Take the con nectors apart and stick them together again If you still cannot find the cause of the trouble ask your MERIDA dealer who will repair you...

Page 94: ...ve pads and gloves Handling you bike is best learned by joining a club Dirt bikes have a shorter wheel base and a lower trail than usual mountain bikes This makes the performance of your bike more ner...

Page 95: ...ge of ten 19 Kids bikes It is essential that your child has good control of his her bike before riding on the road As a rst step in this direction we recommend giving your child a scooter or pedalles...

Page 96: ...DA dealer For more information see the instruc tions given in chapter 18 Dirt bikes special features 19 3 Adjustment of kids bikes Adjusting the bike to the bodily proportions of a child is even more...

Page 97: ...clamp at the top of the seat post by one to two turns Do not unscrew the nut all the way other wise the whole mechanism may come apart Push the saddle into the desired position and tighten the nut ag...

Page 98: ...unted try to do without them as soon as possible otherwise your child will get used to a completely wrong riding technique It is 19 Kids bikes advisable to let your child train beforehand with a three...

Page 99: ...essories for a successful bike tour will always remain an air pump and a small tool kit The tool kit should include two tire levers the most com monly used Allen keys a spare tube a tire repair kit a...

Page 100: ...g and 21 Baggage removal Handlebar bags are particularly suitable for valuables and photo equipment Lowrider bags for the front of the bike are mounted to the fork by means of special hold ers They ar...

Page 101: ...greatest A good way to obviate this dan ger is to use a two legged kick stand to keep the bike stable in standing Do not overload your carrier and be sure to observe the imprinted or engraved permis...

Page 102: ...the trailer and its occupants while riding Trailers should be equipped with all the reflec tors that are also required for bikes If you use it in the dark illuminate the rear end of the trailer with a...

Page 103: ...eed in rainy weather is comparable to the effects of a steam cleaner The water can pass through the seals and penetrate the bearings and bowden cables This leads to the dilution of lubricants and cons...

Page 104: ...and the smooth running of bearings in the long term 24 Cleaning and caring A much more gentle way of cleaning your bike is with a soft water jet or with a bucket of water and a sponge or large brush...

Page 105: ...scribed above 25 Storing the bike Take off the seat post and allow for any moisture that may have entered to dry away Spray a little nely atomized oil into the seat tube except if you have a carbon fr...

Page 106: ...tres or 3 to 6 weeks at the very latest however after three months It is advisable to only use original spare parts or parts approved by the manufacturer Wearing parts of other manu factuers e g brake...

Page 107: ...ce if necessary At the latest after second aluminium set of brake pads Stem seat post Disassemble and regrease if made of carbon clean only D Suspension fork Change oil or grease elastomers D Suspensi...

Page 108: ...shell can be milled as the paint may otherwise give the bearing a bad fit Please protect the metal surfaces against corrosion e g with wax or grease Rear drop out spacing See table further on in this...

Page 109: ...68 135 50 75 CROSSWAY LADY 700 C Cross bike yes 1 yes 100 27 2 68 135 50 75 CROSSWAY TFS 700 C Cross bike yes 1 yes 120 27 2 68 135 50 75 CROSSWAY TFS LADY 700 C Cross bike yes 1 yes 100 27 2 68 135 5...

Page 110: ...department in order to clarify open ques tions Damaged parts made of carbon must never be repaired They must be replaced at once Make absolutely sure that any damaged part will never be used again It...

Page 111: ...cables or stone chip ping Your MERIDA dealer keeps these pads for sale Take particular care to accurately fit the delivered chain stay protection and the chain suck protection plate made of stainless...

Page 112: ...ial in particular in the mountains Check the condition of the brake pads at short intervals as they wear down faster than with aluminium rims Note that your bike s braking power is greatly reduced in...

Page 113: ...e information on mounting a car rier a child carrier or a trailer as well as on the permitted total weight see the table in chapter 27 Assembling and equipping a MERIDA frame Note that many types of b...

Page 114: ...again after some time Never grease the clamping area of the stem and steerer tube of a full carbon fork and the seat tube of the frame if you are using a carbon seat post With MERIDA carbon road race...

Page 115: ...ding compatibility of individual components with the frame All bolted connections on the components of your bike have to be tightened carefully and checked regularly to ensure the safe opera tion of t...

Page 116: ...ons 28 2 6 Chainsuck protection To protect the sensitive surface of the bottom bracket area against rupture through chain suck the chain getting stuck between frame and chainwheel there is a protectio...

Page 117: ...r brazed on type derailleurs The outer diameter of the carbon seat tube in the area of the derailleur clamping is 34 9 mm with all mountain bike models If there are raised dots at the inner side of th...

Page 118: ...torque of 6 8 Nm to clamp the seat post Do not exceed a maximum torque of 8 Nm 28 2 11 Bottle cage Use a torque of 2 3 Nm Do not exceed a maximum torque of 3 Nm 28 2 MERIDA framesets Ask your MERIDA...

Page 119: ...tighten the bolts carefully in steps check ing in between the seat of the component as described in the relevant chapters of this manual Some components have the torque specifications printed on or af...

Page 120: ...increase the torque step by step Never exceed 7 Nm in torque 28 3 Carbon forks Do not file off or remove otherwise the security notch on the dropout of the fork These notches prevent the wheel from f...

Page 121: ...ion and until any gap between bearing and fork head has disappeared Keep the fork in hand during hitting and do not put it down risk of breakage 28 3 Carbon forks Usually the aluminium bearing seat on...

Page 122: ...times the steerer tube is only prop ped up by the upper edge of the stem by a few millimetres and thus is cut into and gets damaged To increase the clamping area place a burr free 5 mm spacer above th...

Page 123: ...torque wrench in 0 5 Nm steps If the torques for two components to be combined differ make it a rule to stick to the lower torque Test the secure seat of the stem to the fork by trying to turn the ha...

Page 124: ...ndlebar is approved to be fitted with these parts Most of the carbon handlebars are not suitable for being fitted with bar ends Ask your bike dealer or the manuf acturer of your handlebar for advice N...

Page 125: ...m in this area If you replace the stem at a full carbon fork check that the steerer tube is in sound condition If you have the slightest doubt ask your MERIDA dealer for advice and replace the part if...

Page 126: ...u reach the upper limit of the torque setting given by the stem manufacturer With regard to the necessary torques see chapter 29 Recommended torques for bolted connections If the torques for two compo...

Page 127: ...d maximum torque of the component manufacturer With regard to the necessary torques see chapter 29 Recommended torques for bolted connections If the torques for two components to be combined differ ma...

Page 128: ...ase the bolts of the seat tube clamp by two to three turns Then pull the seat post upwards or push it down until the saddle height match es your needs During the adjustment avoid any rotating movement...

Page 129: ...act with the saddle rails as soon as the saddle is in a perfect position Never exceed the recommended torque Double bolt clamping Release the fixing bolt you can reach from below and push the saddle b...

Page 130: ...ddle rails do not fit exactly into the clamp grooves do not try to force them in The clamping mech anism or the saddle rail might break thus causing an accident or injury to the rider Retighten all bo...

Page 131: ...ing of the component as described in the relevant chapters Some components have the maximum permissible torque printed on them Observe these limits on the labels and make it a rule to stick to the low...

Page 132: ...ut for adjustment of quick release hub bearing 3 5 10 25 Free wheel hub Freewheel body fastening bolt 35 49 40 Freewheel body fastening nut 35 44 Sprocket cluster lock ring 29 49 Crank set Crank fixin...

Page 133: ...e M8 Cromo 18 All bottom brackets Alloy Cups 39 2 49 Crank bolts ISIS M8 steel 34 40 M12 steel 49 59 M14 steel 49 59 M14 aluminium 44 49 M15 steel 49 59 M15 aluminium 49 59 Crank bolts BB 527 X Drive...

Page 134: ...arbon 2 8 3 4 Cable bolt at lever and brake caliper alu clamping 5 Steel clamping 7 8 Disc brake Formula Caliper bolt fixation to frame fork 9 Brake lever clamp bolt 2 5 Cable bolt at lever and brake...

Page 135: ...your bike use it only for its intended purpose see chapter 3 Before your first ride Make sure to also observe the specifi cations as to the allowable loads Further par ticulars to be observed strictl...

Page 136: ...ke pads but also to the rims Therefore check your rims regularly e g when pumping up the tires Some rims have wear indicators such as rings coloured marks or grooves which become visible when the rim...

Page 137: ...500 km or the first six months after purchase has been fitted with none other than original spare parts or accessories and had its suspension systems serviced by a MERIDA dealer at least once a year T...

Page 138: ...bike from individual parts to repair it or to make a partly assembled bike ready for use Technical details in the text and illustrations of this manual are subject to change This manual is subject to...

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