Yuba Singlespeed - 6-speed Owner'S Manual Download

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YUBA : Sarrazin und Schroeder GbR

Estermann Str 43 Bonn-53117

Germany – E.U.

+49(0)228-967-6192

[email protected]

www.yubaride.com

Summary of Contents for Singlespeed - 6-speed

Page 1: ...Bicycle Owner s Manual Mundo Utility Bicycle Models Singlespeed 6 speed ...

Page 2: ... you choose to perform these tasks you should purchase a detailed repair manual from a bicycle dealer Register your bicycle Bicycle registration is the only record we have of who owns this bike If there is ever a need to communicate with the owner such as providing updated safety information your registration is crucial There are two easy ways to register your new bicycle By mailing the warranty c...

Page 3: ...her obstacles 10 Wear a helmet and proper cycling clothes 10 Change your riding to be safe in variable conditions 10 Riding instructions 13 Use your brakes carefully 13 Use good shifting techniques 13 TAKE CARE OF YOUR BIKE 14 Protect your bike when parking or storing it 14 Carry repair items 14 Only install and use approved accessories 14 Keep the bike clean 15 Avoid clamping the frame during tra...

Page 4: ...5 CARRYING LOADS WITH YOUR UTILITY BICYCLE 31 About carrying a load by bicycle 31 Getting to know your Utility Bicycle 31 Seating on carrier seat 31 Children 31 Use good judgment 31 Pre ride checklist 31 Maximum payloads 32 Loading platforms 32 Carrier loading platform 1 32 Sideloaders lateral loading platforms 2 32 Loading tips 32 Bike loading 32 Using the kickstand 32 Using a pole 33 Carrying lo...

Page 5: ...on 1 bike types Drop type handlebars including touring bikes but not cyclocross bikes Triathlon time trial or speed bikes Tandems of any design Cruisers with wide 26 tires and swept back handlebar Any bike that folds Weight limit 275 lbs 125 kg Tandems 550 lb 250 kg Condition 2 Bikes designed for riding Condition 1 plus smooth gravel roads and improved trails with moderate grades where the tires d...

Page 6: ... how the bicycle performs The features of your bicycle if misused may cause you to lose control of the bike Before riding fast or in more difficult conditions learn the function and performance of all the mechanisms of your bike by riding at slower speeds in a flat empty parking lot If you want your bicycle to perform differently or if you have special needs that require different parts for the sa...

Page 7: ... are experiencing a shimmy slow down immediately Take your bicycle directly to a dealer for inspection and repair Check the bike before every ride Before every ride inspect the bike with the following check list If any part of the bicycle fails the inspection repair the bicycle by following the information provided by this manual or take the bike to your dealer for service Never ride a bike with a...

Page 8: ... or move from side to side Further tests are provided in Check the tire inflation Inflate the tires to the air pressure recommended on the tire sidewalls Check the brakes Follow the inspection instructions for the type of brake on your bike Hand rim brake a hand lever connected to the brake by a cable causes the brake pads to squeeze the rim When the brakes are not applied the brake pads should be...

Page 9: ...tions if you exceed the limit of strength of your bicycle or a given part it may fail if overloaded After any high force load thoroughly inspect all the parts of your bike High force loads include crashes but you don t have to crash to put a high force load on your bike For example hitting a large hole in the road or a sharp bump such as a railroad track can put large forces on your bike The manne...

Page 10: ...slip When crossing railroad tracks or drain grates do so carefully at a 90 angle Figure 8 If you are not sure of riding surface conditions walk your bike If a car suddenly enters your lane or someone unexpectedly opens the door of a parked car you could be involved in a serious accident Mount a horn or bell on your bicycle and use it to alert others of your approach Wear a helmet and proper cyclin...

Page 11: ...any poorly lighted conditions consult your dealer to find appropriate products to aid your vision and make you more visible Do not use unsafe riding practices Many cycling accidents could be avoided by using common sense Here are a few examples Do not ride no hands Do not ride with loose objects attached to the handlebar or any other part of the bicycle Do not ride while intoxicated or while using...

Page 12: ...er without proper lighting and reflectors may not have good vision and may not be visible to others Use front and rear bicycle lights and reflectors when riding in poor visibility conditions Failure to do so will increase your chances of being involved in an accident in low light conditions Avoid riding too fast Higher speeds create higher risks and greater forces in the event of a crash At higher...

Page 13: ...werful for your riding needs take your bike to your dealer for adjustment or replacement of the braking system Use good shifting techniques Shifting gears allows you to choose the gear combination most comfortable for riding conditions one that allows you to maintain a constant rate of pedaling Shifting systems are of two types derailleur external and internal Shifting a bike with a derailleur The...

Page 14: ...ou may bend the rear derailleur or get dirt on the drivetrain Don t let the bike fall down as this may cut the handlebar grips or tear the seat Incorrect use of bike racks may bend your wheels Store your bike carefully When not riding keep your bike where it will be protected from rain snow sun etc Do not store the bike near electric motors as ozone from motors destroys rubber and paint Rain or sn...

Page 15: ...id clamping the frame during transportation or repair Never clamp the bike frame by its finished or painted surfaces This type of clamp this may damage the paint or even dent crush or break the light weight tubing used in high performance bicycle frames Protect your bicycle during shipping If you have to ship your bike make sure it is properly padded and protected to avoid damage Ask your dealer a...

Page 16: ...ikes should be thoroughly serviced once a year even if they have not been ridden much Every ride Check the wheels Check the tire inflation Check the brakes Check the handlebar and stem Check the seat and seatpost Check the suspension adjustments Check the lights and reflectors Check frame fork and components Weekly Wipe off your bicycle with a damp cloth Check for loose spokes Lubricate suspension...

Page 17: ...bottom bracket bearings Re grease wheel bearings Re grease headset bearings Lubricate wheel quick releases Re grease suspension forks Recommended tools for proper bicycle maintenance Torque wrench with lb in or N m gradations 2 4 5 6 8 mm allen wrenches 9 10 15 mm open end wrenches 15 mm box end wrench Socket wrench 14 15 and 19 mm socket T25 Torx wrench No 1 phillips head screwdriver Bicycle tube...

Page 18: ...ge or failure of a part Always perform the simple function tests listed in this chapter to make sure a part is properly tightened whether or not the part was tightened with a torque wrench If a part fails inspection at the recommended torque take the bike to your dealer Handlebar To adjust the angle of the handlebar 1 Loosen the handlebar clamp bolt s on the stem Figures 11 12 just enough that the...

Page 19: ...To change the angle of an adjustable rise stem 1 Loosen the angle adjustment bolt Figure 12 until the stem angle can be changed 2 Position the stem to the desired angle 3 Tighten the angle adjusting bolt to 150 170 lb in 17 20 3 N m Saddle The correct adjustment of the seat angle is largely a matter of personal preference With proper adjustment the right bike seat will be reasonably comfortable ev...

Page 20: ...14 1 N m Single bolt using a 13 or 14 mm open end wrench 180 220 lb in 20 3 24 9 N m Single bolt using a 6 mm allen wrench 150 250 lb in 17 28 3 N m Double bolts using a 4 mm allen wrench 45 60 lb in 5 6 8 N m To adjust the seat height of a bicycle 1 Sit on the seat in riding position without shoes while someone holds the bicycle up 2 Position the crank arms so they are parallel to the seat tube 3...

Page 21: ...ings the bearings need to be adjusted or re greased by your dealer Crank arms Some bicycles offer adjustable crankarm length To change the crank length remove the pedals and install them into the second set of holes Tighten by following the instructions for Pedals Pedals The left pedal is left hand threaded while the right pedal is right hand normal threaded Tighten pedals into the crankarms to 35...

Page 22: ...eur is approximately 0 5 mm from the chain 4 Pull on the cable end and down shift the left shift lever several times so that it is in the small chainring position 5 On the shifter or down tube turn the shift cable adjusting barrel to its most clockwise position 6 Insert the cable in the groove found next to the derailleur cable clamp bolt pull the cable taut andtighten the bolt Front derailleur ca...

Page 23: ...ain and the two derailleur pulleys are in line 4 If they are not aligned turn the high gear adjusting screw usually marked H until this line is established 5 While pulling on the cable up shift until the shifter is in the small cog position 6 On the shifter or down tube turn the adjusting barrel all the way clockwise Turn the adjusting barrel on the rear derailleur all the way clockwise and then o...

Page 24: ...m allows you to slow or stop your bike a function critical to your safety The brake system is difficult to adjust properly without the proper tools and training It is strongly recommended that adjustment of a brake be done by your dealer If you need more specific information regarding your brake system contact your dealer To adjust the position of a lever 1 Locate the lever clamp bolt Figures 26 2...

Page 25: ...r out counter clockwise For most direct pull Figure 28 or cantilever systems the barrel adjuster is on the lever 2 If the brake pads cannot be adjusted properly loosen the cable clamp bolt and re attach the cable To center a V type cantilever or road brake 1 Rotate the centering screw Turn in small increments and check for centering 2 If the brake has two centering screws adjust the overall spring...

Page 26: ... in the cog joint bracket Remove the cable Wheels Inspect tires for wear and damage Make sure rims are clean and check for wear if the small indentations on the braking surface disappear replace the rim Make sure there are no loose damaged or broken spokes Check that hub bearings are properly adjusted Make sure a rim strip is in place and all spoke holes are completely covered To adjust and instal...

Page 27: ... release adjustment Pick up the bike and sharply hit the top of the tire Figure 39 The wheel must not come off be loose or move from side to side Make sure the quick release lever cannot be rotated parallel to the wheel Figure 40 NOTE If it requires more than 45 pounds 200 Newton force to completely close the quick release lever open the lever and slightly loosen the quick release adjusting nut If...

Page 28: ...area until you are familiar with its performance Sag is the compression of a shock that occurs when the rider sits on the bike in a normal position For an all round ride set the forks at about 15 sag and a rear shock at about 25 sag Experiment with the adjustment in small increments to find your preference If the suspension is fully compressed its movement will stop abruptly and could cause you to...

Page 29: ...he method for your frame and seatpost material Aluminum seatpost in a metal frame 1 Loosen the seatpost binder bolt or open the quick release and remove the seatpost from the frame 2 Wipe any old grease off the seatpost and clean if necessary 3 Apply a thin layer of grease to the section of the seatpost that will be inside the frame 4 Insert the seatpost into the frame 5 Adjust the seat to the pro...

Page 30: ...e Installing a cable in a cantilever brake requires special tools and training so should only be done by your dealer 1 Note the path of the old cable loosen the cable anchor bolt and remove the worn cable 2 Grease the new cable and reinstall feeding it along the same path as the old cable including through the cable anchor bolt 3 Make sure the leaded cable end is seated properly in the lever and t...

Page 31: ...s Seating on carrier seat Standing kneeling or sitting backwards or sideways both legs on the same side of the bike on the carrier seat while the bike is moving or stopped can easily result in broken limbs loss of control of the bike destroyed rims a destroyed bike frame or worse Children The user of this product acknowledges both an understanding and an assumption of the risks involved in cycling...

Page 32: ...loads For the carrier 200kg 440lbs Behind axle 50kg 110 lbs Side platform 50kg 110lbs eachside Loading platforms Carrier loading platform 1 The carrier is where you want to transport boxes baskets cartons Center the load and securely attach it to the carrier using a rope cam straps or bungee cord Sideloaders lateral loading platforms 2 These horizontal racks provide a perfect platform for carrying...

Page 33: ...you will want to place a block foam for example to keep the load away from the pedal Carrying groceries or shopping For carrying groceries or errands you will need to strap or attach a basket or a container to your Mundo Utility Bicycle figure b Users like to use custom made flat steel aluminum pieces to bolt the side of the a case so they can easily place such case on the bike Carrying passenger ...

Page 34: ...ials and workmanship subject to the conditions and limitations set forth below Yuba s sole obligation under this warranty is to repair or replace the product s at Yuba s option The components and parts assembled on the Mundo bicycle are not covered under this warranty This warranty does not cover damage due to wear and tear overloading misuse abuse or anything else beyond Yuba s direct control A p...

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