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the controls, features and performance of your new bike.
  Familiarize yourself with the braking action of the bike 
(see Section 4.C). Test the brakes at slow speed, putting 
your  weight  toward  the  rear  and  gently  applying  the 

brakes, rear brake first. Sudden or excessive application 

of the front brake could pitch you over the handlebars. 
Applying  brakes  too  hard  can  lock  up  a  wheel,  which 
could cause you to lose control and fall. Skidding is an 
example of what can happen when a wheel locks up.
  If your bicycle has toeclips or clipless pedals, practice 
getting  in  and  out  of  the  pedals.  See  paragraph  B.4 
above and Section 4.E.4.
  If your bike has suspension, familiarize yourself with how 
the  suspension  responds  to  brake  application  and  rider 
weight shifts. See paragraph B.6 above and Section 4.F.
  Practice  shifting  the  gears  (see  Section  4.D). 
Remember  to  never  move  the  shifter  while  pedaling 
backward,  nor  pedal  backwards  immediately  after 
having moved the shifter. This could jam the chain and 
cause serious damage to the bicycle.

  Check out the handling and response of the bike; and 

check the comfort. 
  If  you  have  any  questions,  or  if  you  feel  anything 
about the bike is not as it should be, consult your dealer 
before riding.

2. Safety

A.  The Basics

 

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  WARNING:  Many  states  require  specific  safety 

devices. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with 

the laws of the state where you ride and to comply with 

all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself 

and your bike as the law requires.

  Observe  all  local  bicycle  laws  and  regulations. 

Observe  regulations  about  licensing  of  bicycles,  riding 

on  sidewalks,  laws  regulating  bike  path  and  trail  use, 

helmet  laws,  child  carrier  laws,  special  bicycle  traffic 

laws, and so on. It’s your responsibility to know and obey 

the laws.

1.    Always  wear  a  cycling  helmet  which  meets  the 

latest  certification  standards  and  is  appropriate  for 

the  type  of  riding  you  do.  Always  follow  the  helmet 

manufacturer’s instructions for fit, use and care of your 

helmet. Most serious bicycle injuries involve head injuries 
which might have been avoided if the rider had worn 
an appropriate helmet. 
 

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  WARNING: Failure to wear a helmet when riding may 

result in serious injury or death.

  2.  Always do the Mechanical Safety Check (Section 
1.C) before you get on a bike.
  3.  Be  thoroughly  familiar  with  the  controls  of  your 

bicycle:  brakes  (Section  4.C.);  pedals  (Section  4.E.); 

shifting (Section 4.D.)

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Summary of Contents for None

Page 1: ...and service information for specific components such as suspension or pedals on your bicycle or for accessories such as helmets or lights that you purchase may also be available Make sure that your d...

Page 2: ...safety alert symbol and the word CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or is an alert against unsafe practices The word CAUTI...

Page 3: ...n Adjustments p 15 E Brake Reach p 15 4 Tech A Wheels p 16 1 Wheel Quick Release p 16 2 Removing And Installing Quick Release Wheels p 17 3 Removing And Installing Bolt on Wheels p 19 B Seatpost Quick...

Page 4: ...but also the common sense rules of safe and responsible bicycling As a parent you should read this manual as well as review its warnings and the bicycle s functions and operating procedures with your...

Page 5: ...irst ride have your dealer explain any functions or features which you do not understand B Safety First 1 Always wear an approved helmet when riding your bike and follow the helmet manufacturer s inst...

Page 6: ...e Sections 4 C Squeeze the brake levers Are the brake quick releases closed All control cables seated and securely engaged Do the brake pads contact the wheel rim squarely and make full contact with t...

Page 7: ...have any questions or if you feel anything about the bike is not as it should be consult your dealer before riding 2 Safety A The Basics WARNING Many states require specific safety devices It is your...

Page 8: ...moving parts of the bicycle 10 Never hitch a ride by holding on to another vehicle 11 Don t do stunts wheelies or jumps If you intend to do stunts wheelies jumps or go racing with your bike despite o...

Page 9: ...people know who you are in case of an accident and take along a couple of dollars in cash for a candy bar a cool drink or an emergency phone call 5 Yield right of way to pedestrians and animals Ride i...

Page 10: ...hten any that are bent or loose The mounting brackets of front and rear reflectors are often designed as brake straddle cable safety catches which prevent the straddle cable from catching on the tire...

Page 11: ...a qualified mechanic and be sure it is in perfect condition Consult with expert riders and race officials on conditions and equipment advisable at the site where you plan to ride Wear appropriate saf...

Page 12: ...to confirm compatibility properly install operate and maintain any component or accessory can result in serious injury or death CAUTION Changing the components on your bike may void the warranty Refe...

Page 13: ...pedal the saddle is too high If your leg is bent at the knee with your heel on the pedal the saddle is too low Once the saddle is at the correct height make sure that the seatpost does not project fro...

Page 14: ...which is incorrectly adjusted or which does not support your pelvic area correctly can cause short term or long term injury to nerves and blood vessels or even impotence If your saddle causes you pain...

Page 15: ...tened D Control position adjustments The angle of the brake and shift control levers and their position on the handlebars can be changed Ask your dealer to make the adjustments for you E Brake reach M...

Page 16: ...d and turning the lever like a wing nut with the other hand until everything is as tight as you can get it will not clamp the wheel safely in the dropouts a Adjusting The Quick Release Mechanism The w...

Page 17: ...and go to step 5 If your front fork has an integral secondary retention device loosen the tension adjusting nut enough to allow removing the wheel then go to the next step 5 Raise the front wheel a fe...

Page 18: ...brake s quick release mechanism to open the clearance between the wheel rim and the brake pads see Section 4 C figs 11 through 15 3 Pull the derailleur body back with your right hand 4 Move the quick...

Page 19: ...on Wheels a Removing A Bolt on Front Wheel 1 If your bike has rim brakes disengage the brake s quick release mechanism to open the clearance between the tire and the brake pads see Section 4 C figs 11...

Page 20: ...in on to the smallest sprocket Then insert the wheel into the frame dropouts and pull it completely in to the dropouts The axle nut washers should be on the outside between the frame and the axle nut...

Page 21: ...s or worn brake pads is dangerous and can result in serious injury or death 2 Applying brakes too hard or too suddenly can lock up a wheel which could cause you to lose control and fall Sudden or exce...

Page 22: ...er pressure required for each wheel at different speeds and on different surfaces To better understand this experiment a little by walking your bike and applying different amounts of pressure to each...

Page 23: ...derailleur for details read the instructions on Shifting the Rear Derailleur and Shifting the Front Derailleur below For example you can select a gear which will make pedaling easier on a hill make a...

Page 24: ...ifferent gear combinations At first practice shifting where there are no obstacles hazards or other traffic until you ve built up your confidence Learn to anticipate the need to shift and shift to a l...

Page 25: ...s come equipped with pedals that have sharp and potentially dangerous surfaces These surfaces are designed to add safety by increasing grip between the rider s shoe and the pedal If your bicycle has t...

Page 26: ...ttention and cause you to lose control and fall Practice engaging and disengaging clipless pedals in a place where there are no obstacles hazards or traffic and be sure to follow the pedal manufacture...

Page 27: ...ating and on some high performance tires the specific recommended use are marked on the sidewall of the tire see fig 17 The part of this information which is most important to you is Tire Pressure WAR...

Page 28: ...itting appropriate to the valve stems on your bicycle The Schraeder valve fig 18 is like the valve on a car tire To inflate a Schraeder valve tube remove the valve cap and clamp the pump fitting onto...

Page 29: ...ething and before you ride the bike just to make sure that you did everything correctly Since that will require the time of a mechanic there may be a modest charge for this service A Service Intervals...

Page 30: ...be joints the handlebars the stem and the seatpost for any deep scratches cracks or discoloration These are signs of stress caused fatigue and indicate that a part is at the end of its useful life and...

Page 31: ...don t ride the bike until it has been repaired After any crash take your bike to your dealer for a thorough check WARNING A crash or other impact can put extraordinary stress on bicycle components cau...

Page 32: ...s liability under this limited warranty shall never exceed the amount of the original purchase To obtain service under this warranty you must 1 Return your fully assembled Raleigh America Inc bicycle...

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