3. FIT
Note: correct fit is an essential element of bicycling safety, performance and
comfort. making the adjustments to your bicycle which result in correct fit for
your body and riding conditions requires experience, skill and special tools.
always have a qualified bicycle mechanic make the adjustments on your
bicycle; or, if you have the experience, skill and tools, have a qualified bicycle
mechanic check your work before riding. (see image 1)
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WarNiNg: if yoUr bicycle does NoT fiT ProPerly,
yoU may lose coNTrol aNd fall. if yoUr NeW bicycle
doesN’T fiT, ask aboUT exchaNgiNg iT before yoU ride iT.
A. sTAnDovEr HEIGHT
17. Diamond frame bicycles:
Standover height is the basic element of bicycle fit. It is
the distance from the ground to the top of the bicycle’s frame at that point where your
crotch is when straddling the bicycle. To check for correct standover height, straddle the
bicycle while wearing the kind of shoes in which you’ll be riding, and bounce vigorously
on your heels. If your crotch touches the frame, the bicycle is too big for you. Don’t
even ride the bicycle around the block. A SHINOLA bicycle should give you a minimum
standover height clearance of one inch (2.5 cm). (See Image 2)
18. Step-through frame bicycles:
Standover height does not apply to bicycles with step-
through frames. Instead, the limiting dimension is determined by saddle height range.
You must be able to adjust your saddle position as described in Section 3.B without
exceeding the limits set by the height of the top of the seat tube and the “Minimum
Insertion” mark on the seat post.
B. sADDLE posITIon
Correct saddle adjustment is an important factor in getting the most performance and
comfort from your bicycle. If the saddle position is not comfortable for you, see your
dealer. The saddle can be adjusted in three directions.
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professional bicycle dealer or SHINOLA Customer Service. Be sure to read, understand
and follow the instructions that accompany the products you purchase for your bicycle.
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WarNiNg: failUre To coNfirm comPaTibiliTy, ProPerly
iNsTall, oPeraTe aNd maiNTaiN aNy comPoNeNT or
accessory caN resUlT iN serioUs iNjUry or deaTh.
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WarNiNg: chaNgiNg The comPoNeNTs oN yoUr bicycle
WiTh oTher ThaN geNUiNe rePlacemeNT ParTs may
comPromise The safeTy of yoUr bicycle aNd may
void The WarraNTy. check WiTh yoUr dealer before
chaNgiNg The comPoNeNTs oN yoUr bicycle.
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IMAGE 2
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