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17 Quick release saddle height adjustment
17.1
Your Wisper bike has been fitted with a quick release saddle post collar to
facilitate the movement of the saddle to remove the battery or to change the
riding position.
17.2
It is important that the nut on the collar is tightened so the post will move in
the bike tube firmly. Make this adjustment with the quick release lever in the
open position.
17.3
Adjust the seat to the correct height and close the lever. When you sit on the
saddle there should be no vertical movement at all in the saddle post.
18 Saddle post suspension
18.1
For your comfort your bike has been fitted with saddle post suspension it has
been set for a person weighing 75kg. If you are lighter than this you may not
feel any benefit and if you are heavier you may feel the suspension bottoming
out.
18.2
The suspension post can be adjusted by removing the whole post with saddle
attached from the bike. On the bottom of the post you will find an alan key
adjuster simply turn it clockwise to tension the spring for heavier people and
anticlockwise to release tension for lighter people.
IMPORTANT never raise the saddle past the point where the maximum marks on the
saddle post are visible above the quick release collar
19 Rims and spokes
19.1
It is essential to get your spokes checked and tightened after 300 miles. This is a
free service provided by your supplier. If this service has not been undertaken at
the correct time this may cause damage to the wheels and spokes that will not
covered under our guarantee.
20 Chain and drive wheel
20.1
The chain and drive wheel are made from rust proof materials.
20.2
Lightly oil with bicycle chain oil the chain at least once a month.
20.2
Because your bike has a rear derailleur the chain will be automatically adjusted.
21 Derailleur maintenance and adjustment
21.1
Required Tools
You’ll need a dry cloth, a Phillips screwdriver, a 5mm Allen
wrench, and a light lubricant.