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InstructIon Manual
BEFORE YOU RIDE
Riding Position
saddle Height
In order to obtain the most comfortable riding position, offering the best possible pedaling
efficiency, the seat height should be set correctly in relation to the riders leg length. the
correct saddle height should not allow leg length. the correct saddle height should not allow
leg strain from over-extension, and the hips should not rock from side to side while pedaling.
While sitting on the bicycle with one pedal at its lowest point, place the ball of your foot on
that pedal. the correct saddle height will allow that knee to be slightly bent in this position.
If the rider then places the heel of that foot on the pedal the leg should be almost straight.
reach
To obtain maximum comfort the rider should not overextend his or her reach when riding.
While placing your elbow against the seat and stretching out your arm, the distance between
the outstretched fingertips and the handlebar should be 2cm-5cm.
to adjust this distance the position of the seat can be altered in relation to the seat pillar.
(refer to Page 66 on how to adjust the seat clamp).
Ensure seat pillar does not extend beyond the minimum insertion mark.
(Refer P65 on how to adjust seat height)
Maximum height /
minimum insertion mark.
(Should not be visible)
Arms not over-extended
Handlebar stem
height about the same
as seat height
Pedal at bottom position
