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Your Storm includes a thumb lever bell for you to use to warn other people around you when approaching. The thumb lever bell
can be moved to a more comfortable position if the factory setting is unsatisfactory (you will need to use the Philips screw driver
included with your multi-piece tool kit). On the underside of the bell handlebar clamp there is a small Philips screw. Using the
Philips screw driver, turn the screw counter clockwise 4 rotations to loosen the clamp. This will allow the bell to be moved. Move
the bell to the desired position and using your Philips screw driver, tighten the clamp screw by turning clockwise until tight.
e)
Brake lever adjustments
The Storm utilizes an Avid Speed Dial 7 Lever. The following instructions
will explain how to adjust your lever for optimal comfort and performance.
The preferred level of the brake lever assembly itself will vary from rider
to rider. The brake lever can be rotated higher or lower to a desired riding
position. The optimal position can be found by extending your fingers
straight while sitting in the saddle. Your fingers, when extended straight,
should rest on top of the levers or slightly above the levers. The clamp
has a
CLAMP BOLT
accessible from the top of the bracket. Using the
4mm hex key, loosen the brake lever assembly by turning the hex bolt
counter clock wise 3 full turns. The lever assembly will now be loose and
you can rotate it up or down to establish the preferred position to apply
the brakes while riding. The brake lever assembly on the right side of the
handlebar may require the throttle clamp to be loosened to allow the
brake lever assembly to rotate. The brake lever assembly and throttle
mount together and at a certain point of rotation,
one will not rotate
further without the other requiring to be rotated. A compromise may be required when attempting to align the brake levers and
establishing the preferred throttle position. Your brake lever should be located at the point where your fingers extend straight out
from your arms. Upon finding preferred brake lever height, tighten hex bolt using 4mm key.
Brake lever clamp bolts should be
tightened to 80 lb*in.
If you have small hands, you can adjust the reach of the lever by adjusting the
REACH ADJUSTMENT
bolt. The speed dial 7
brake lever also incorporates a
SPEED DIAL
which sets the feel you want from softer (greater modulation) to a firmer feel. Turn
counter clockwise for a softer feel and clockwise for a firmer feel.
The Cable adjustment can be tightened via the
BARREL ADJUSTER
. The Barrel Adjuster
removes slack in the cable and can tighten the outboard pad of the brake caliper. The Barrel
Adjuster however is strictly reserved for cable slack removal on the fly. The adjustment of the
pads should be done at the caliper itself.
f)
Suspension fork adjustment
The Storm uses a dual pre-
load adjustable suspension fork. The fork’s dual adjustment
offers either a softer of firmer ride for smoothing out the bumps in your path. The pre-load
can be adjusted according to your weight and liking. You can easily adjust the
suspension performance by rotating the knobs at the top of each leg at the crown.
Chapter 6: Tire, Tube, Wheel and Axle Repair
The Storm was designed for ease of servicing. Repairs are no more difficult than on a traditional bicycle. Any
neighborhood bicycle shop should be able to repair a flat, change a tire or replace a wheel. Please review the following
chapter on how to remove and replace the front and rear wheel of your Storm.
a)
Removing the front motor wheel
The front motor wheel incorporates a quick disconnect motor wire harness for removing the wheel. To remove the wheel
following these instructions, it will only take a few minutes. Read the instructions before first attempting to remove the wheel.
First, turn the battery ignition key to the ―UNLOCK‖ position and remove the battery.
To work on your bicycle, it may be easier to turn the bicycle upside down by placing blankets on the ground and
resting the bicycle on the saddle and handlebar.
Locate the motor disconnect weather proof plug on the left side of the bike frame 6 inches from the motor axle and
separate the connector.
Locate the cable tie which ties the motor wire to the frame. Cut the cable tie with snips.
On each axle nut there is a rubber nut protector, remove these protectors simply by pulling on them. On the wired side
of the axle, slide the rubber protector up the wire only a few inches.
Using an 18mm wrench, turn counter clockwise each axle nut until the axle nuts and washers are clear from the fork.
Remove the wheel from the fork by pulling on the wheel while making sure the washer
b)
Installing the front motor wheel
The front motorized wheel easily installs onto the fork dropouts within a few minutes. Follow the instructions below on installing
the front motor wheel. Additional cable ties are included with the Storm. One cable tie will be needed to install the motor. Read
the instructions fully before attempting to install the wheel. (SEE PHOTOS NEXT PAGE)
Slide the motor into the fork drop outs by aligning the axle into the dropouts. The axle has flat edges which require the
axle to enter the dropouts with the flat edges facing front and back. The axle with the motor wire protruding is to enter the
left side dropout (the left side is when standing behind the fork).
Each axle side has 2 washers and a nut. Slide the washers into the fork dropout safety flange and tighten nuts by hand.
Using an 18mm wrench, fully tighten axle nuts. Axle nuts should be tightened to 250 lb*in.
Plug motor connection by aligning arrows on each end of the connector and slide together.
Once connectors are plugged, you must test connection. Install the battery as described in Chapter 8 ―Battery Management‖
section c ―Installing and locking the battery‖. Turn the ignition key to ―ON‖ at the battery base. LED lights on throttle will light
up displaying power to the motor. Pull the front motor wheel off the ground (if the bicycle is not turned upside down) and turn
the throttle to test the motor. If the motor turns, the connection is solid. If motor does not turn, turn key to ―OFF‖ position at
battery and then check the motor connector to ensure a solid connection has be made. Test again after checking.
After confirming a solid connection, use the cable tie to connect the motor cable to the side of the suspension fork and
once tightened, cut off the extended amount.
