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InstructIon Manual
Bicycle suspension
Some Mountain Bikes come equipped with suspension systems that are desinged to provide a smoother more comfortable riding experience by lessening some of
the shocks or jarring effects encountered when riding on roads with irregular surfaces such as unsealed gravel, or those with undulating surfaces. There are many
different types of suspension systems - too many to deal with individually in this manual.
suspension can increase the handling capabilities and comfor tof your bicycle. this enhanced capability may allow your to ride faster; but you must not confuse
the enhanced capabilities of the bicycle with your own capabilites as a rider.
Bicycling can be a potentially hazardous activity. We recommend that you do not use your bicycle in the following manner; competitive events, bicycle racing, dirt
biking, ramp riding, jumping, stunt riding, downhill racing or similar activites or training for such competitive actitives or events.
Increasing your skill will take time and practice. Proceed carefully until you are sure you are competent to handle the full capabilities of your bike.
If your bicycle has a suspension system of any kind, refer to the separate leaflet(where supplied) or ask your specialist dealer to provide you with the appropriate
adjustment and maintenance instructions.
Suspension systems may include suspension seat posts and suspension handlebar stems that are designed to provide a more comfortable ride.
WARNING;
Failure to check and properly adjust the suspension system may result in suspension malfunction, which may cause you to lose control and fall. Exposed
moving protions of suspension system must be kept clean.
CAUTION:
Changing suspension adjustment can change the handling and braking characteristics of your bicycle. never change suspension adjustment unless you are
thoroughly fmiliar with the suspension system manufacturer’s instrctions and recommendations. always check for changes in the handling and braking characteristics of
the bicycle ofter a suspension adjustment by taking a careful test ride in a hazard-free area.
CAUTION:
not all bicycles can be safely retrofitted with some types of suspension systems. before retrofitting a bicycle with any suspension, check with the bicycle’s
manufaturer to make sure that what you want to do is compatible with the bicycle’s deisgn. Note that any change from makers specifications may void your bicycle
warranty.
WARNING:
If your bike has suspension, the increased speed you may develop also increases your risk. When braking, the front a suspended bike dips. You could lose
control and fall if your skill is not up to handling this system. get to know how to handle your suspension system safely before trying any downhill or very fast riding.
Detailed maintenance
