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Page 2: ...2 SERVICE CALL TOLL FREE 800 222 5527 Monday Friday 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m Pacific Standard Time...

Page 3: ...your responsibility to consult with your local authorized Raleigh dealer or place of purchase before riding your bicycle The following guide is provided to assist you and is not intended to be a compl...

Page 4: ...cs 04 07 Before Riding 08 21 Assembly Instructions 22 56 TABLE OF CONTENTS WARNING CAUTION Take notice of this symbol throughout this guide and pay particular attention to the instructions blocked off...

Page 5: ...The wider handlebars and convenient shift lever position make them very easy to control Wider rims and tires give them a softer ride with more traction on rough surfaces The frame and fork on mountai...

Page 6: ...H BICYCLES This style of bicycle is a popular general purpose type most suited for young riders They are valued because of their sturdy simple construction and low maintenance PARTS IDENTIFICATION GRA...

Page 7: ...eat Post Clamp Rear Reflector Seat Stay Rear Brake Wheel Reflector Cassette Stem Headset Seat Tube Down Tube Gear Control Cable Front Derailleur Head Tube Top Tube Handlebar Hood Brake Lever Shifter B...

Page 8: ...CLES Full Suspension bicycles are designed to be ridden over fairly to moderately aggressive terrain Their combined suspension and wider rims and tires allow them to easily roll over obstacles PARTS I...

Page 9: ...to prepare your bicycle for years of enjoyable cycling For more details on inspection lubrication maintenance and adjustment of any area please refer to the relevant sections in this manual If you hav...

Page 10: ...tice the rules of safe and responsible riding and of proper use and maintenance Proper use and maintenance of your bicycle reduces risk of injury This guide contains many Warnings and Cautions concern...

Page 11: ...l clearance will vary between types of bicycles and rider preference This makes straddling the frame when off the saddle easier and safer in situations such as sudden traffic stops Women can use a men...

Page 12: ...gth Frame Size feet inches inches centimeters Bike Frame Size name 4 ft 10 in 5 ft 1 in 25 in 27 in 42 cm 5 ft 1 in 5 ft 5 in 27 5 in 28 in 46 cm 5 ft 5 in 5 ft 9 in 28 5 in 31 in 50 cm 5 ft 9 in 6 ft...

Page 13: ...NDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE SEAT POST PROJECT MAXIMUM EXTENSION MARK IF YOUR SEAT POST PROJECTS FROM THE FRAME BEYOND THESE MARKINGS THE SEAT POST OR FRAME MAY BREAK WHICH COULD CAUSE YOU TO LOSE...

Page 14: ...USE YOU TO LOSE CONTROL AND FALL PLACE THE FRONT WHEEL OF THE BICYCLE BETWEEN YOUR LEGS AND ATTEMPT TO TWIST THE HANDLEBAR STEM ASSEMBLY USING A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF FORCE IF YOU CAN TWIST THE STEM IN...

Page 15: ...re correctly adjusted and tightened and allow proper steering Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel Check that the headset locking mechanism...

Page 16: ...t is strongly advised that a properly fitting ANSI approved bicycle safety helmet be worn at all times when riding your bicycle In addition if you are carrying a passenger in a child safety seat they...

Page 17: ...DESIGNED AS AN INTEGRAL PART OF YOUR BICYCLE FEDERAL REGULATIONS REQUIRE EVERY BICYCLE TO BE EQUIPPED WITH FRONT REAR WHEEL AND PEDAL REFLECTORS THESE REFLECTORS ARE DESIGNED TO PICK UP AND REFLECT ST...

Page 18: ...amp screw and open the clamping reflector bracket Place clamping reflector bracket around the handlebar or seatpost If the clamp is too loose insert the shim inside of the clamp Tighten the clamp scre...

Page 19: ...ms to move the drive chain between different sized driving gears or cogs The purpose of gears is to let you maintain a constant steady pedaling pace under varying conditions Bicycles come with a varie...

Page 20: ...ure For a smooth gear change when approaching a hill shift to a lower gear BEFORE your pedaling speed slows down too much When coming to a stop shift to a lower gear first so it will be easier when yo...

Page 21: ...through multiple gears by continued twisting By twisting the left shifter forward or away from you a smaller chainwheel can be selected To select a higher gear twist the right shifter forward or away...

Page 22: ...with your thumb to engage a larger rear cog One firm push shifts the chain one cog continuing to push will move the chain over multiple cogs Pulling the smaller upper left shifter with your index fing...

Page 23: ...the protective cap from the handlebar stem wedge and loosen the hex key bolt using the 6mm hex key Some models may use a 13mm hexagonal bolt instead of an hex key bolt Place the handlebar stem into t...

Page 24: ...d in front of the stem bolt Failure to do this may cause loss of steering control TIGHTENING PRELOADING THREADLESS HEADSETS Stem Installation Should be assembled on the bike already 1 Insert the compr...

Page 25: ...binder clamp Insure the lip on the binder clamp is fitted completely against the top of the seat tube of the frame With the seat post inserted tighten the binder bolt securely Position the top of the...

Page 26: ...each pedal spindle Start each pedal spindle by hand to avoid stripping the threads Tighten with a 15mm narrow open ended wrench Note that the right hand pedal attaches to the chainwheel side crank ar...

Page 27: ...turn the adjusting nut so that the locking lever is moved to the closed position with a firm action At the halfway closed position of the quick release lever you should start to feel some resistance...

Page 28: ...ween the end of the lead and the start of the anchor bolt Once the cable is secured to the brake arms engage the brake lever several times checking the position of the brake shoes at the rim The brake...

Page 29: ...h the link fixing bolt 5 mm hex key Washer Link fixing bolt Stopper pin Spring hole 2 While holding the shoe against the rim adjust the amount of shoe protrusion by interchanging the position of the B...

Page 30: ...ce of 1mm between each brake pad and the rim tighten the cable fixing bolt 5 Adjust the balance with the spring tension adjustment screws 6 Depress the brake lever about 10 times as far as the grip to...

Page 31: ...NOUGH ON THE RIMS TO STOP THE BIKE THE BRAKE PADS SHOULD BE ADJUSTED SO THEY ARE 1 MM TO 2 MM AWAY FROM THE RIM WHEN THE BRAKES ARE NOT APPLIED BRAKE PADS SHOULD BE CENTERED ON THE RIM AND TOED IN SO...

Page 32: ...e lever rotate the barrel adjuster and lock nut so the slots no longer line up Ensure the cable housing seats appropriately into the end of the barrel adjuster and check for any kinks or damage Slide...

Page 33: ...lt inside DISC BRAKES REQUIRE A BREAK IN PERIOD RIDE AND USE THE BRAKES GENTLY FOR 15 MILES BEFORE USING THE BRAKES IN DOWNHILL CONDITIONS FOR SUDDEN STOPS OR ANY OTHER SERIOUS BRAKING PLEASE BE AWARE...

Page 34: ...n If necessary use the barrel adjuster to fine tune each gear by turning it the direction you want the chain to go For example turning clockwise will loosen the cable tension and move the chain away f...

Page 35: ...hainwheel turn the high limit screw in 1 4 turn increments counter clockwise until the chain engages the largest chainwheel If the chain falls off the largest chainwheel and into the pedals you will n...

Page 36: ...NT THE INCREASED SPEED YOU MAY DEVELOP ALSO INCREASES YOUR RISK WHEN BRAKING THE FRONT OF A SUSPENDED BIKE DIPS YOU COULD LOSE CONTROL OF HE BICYCLE AND FALL GET TO KNOW HOW TO HANDLE YOUR SUSPENSION...

Page 37: ...rom damage To install remove the rear wheel axle nut on the drive side install the rear derailleur guard over the axle with the U shaped guard pointing down and retighten the axle nut The guard will s...

Page 38: ...front wheel from your bicycle Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on the rear of the fork and slide the brake assembly from the fork Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the...

Page 39: ...he fender bracket holes line up with those in the frame Attach the fender by using two screws to directly mount the fender onto the frame The mounts are located below the seat post and near the rear o...

Page 40: ...nd make any necessary adjustments Check the tire pressure and inflate each tube to the recommended psi as stated on the sidewall of the tire If your bicycle is equipped with a kickstand check that the...

Page 41: ...mplete to insure that no required parts are accidentally discarded Assemble your bicycle following the steps that pertain to your model HANDLEBARS Remove the protective cap from the stem wedge and loo...

Page 42: ...binder clamp Insure the lip on the binder clamp is fitted completely against the top of the seat tube of the frame With the seat post inserted tighten the binder bolt securely Position the top of the...

Page 43: ...tamped on each pedal spindle Start each pedal spindle by hand to avoid stripping the threads Tighten with a 15mm narrow open ended wrench Note that the right hand pedal attaches to the chainwheel side...

Page 44: ...y 6 Turn the bicycle upright using the kickstand to support it if your bicycle is equipped with one Axle Nut Axle Hub Cone Nuts Fork Drop Out Retaining Washer Step Retaining Washer BRAKES Determine wh...

Page 45: ...h the link fixing bolt 5 mm hex key Washer Link fixing bolt Stopper pin Spring hole 39 mm or more A 3 mm washer B 6 mm washer B Washer A Shoe fixing link Washer A Washer Shoe fixing nut 2 While holdin...

Page 46: ...shoe fixing nut 4 Pass the inner cable through the inner cable lead Set the cable with a clearance of 1mm between each brake pad and the rim tighten the cable fixing bolt 5 Adjust the balance with th...

Page 47: ...looking at the bike from the front For brake adjustments use a 13mm box end wrench and a 5mm hex wrench Loosen the 5mm hex bolt For the drive side left of the bike turn the spring tension nut with a...

Page 48: ...wrench and a 5mm hex wrench and loosen the 5mm hex bolt For the drive side right of the bike turn the spring tension nut with a 13mm open end wrench counter clockwise to increase tension on the sprin...

Page 49: ...this time NOTE Check to make sure all 11 cable casing ends on the upper and lower cables are seated correctly and that the spring tension of the rear brake is pulling the bearing down Adjustment 1 Scr...

Page 50: ...sh adjusting the rear brakes Cable End Single Cable Casing Cable Adjuster Cable Splitter Upper Cable short casing Upper Cable long casing Upper Plate Bearing Football Ends Lower Plate Lower Cable Adju...

Page 51: ...ockwise until the peg fits snugly against the frame or fork Repeat for all the remaining pegs Threaded This style of peg is threaded to fit the axle Make sure the axle nut is tight with a 15mm wrench...

Page 52: ...a hex nut onto the shoulder bolt Insert the shoulder bolt through the wheel brace and set the washer on the shoulder bolt Lock the training wheel into place by screwing another hex nut onto the should...

Page 53: ...ape Brace Remove the axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle Place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align the washer so that the notch on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out...

Page 54: ...ce stabilizer washer onto the axle and align it so that the notch fits into the rear frame drop out Replace the washer and axle nut Tighten the axle nut securely making sure that the wheel brace stays...

Page 55: ...asher secure tightly The elongated hole on the brace allows for raising and lowering the training wheel to the proper height NOTICE Not all bicycles will accept training wheels If your bike did not co...

Page 56: ...is supplied with pads wrap the foam inner cushion around the appropriate bar Place the outer cover over the inner cushion and press the hook loop closure together securely Turn the pad so the closure...

Page 57: ...brackets to the bicycle using the hardware provided For some models the front reflector bracket will be mounted on the front brake assembly bolt that fits through the fork It is important to make sure...

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