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Bicycle Owner’s Manual

9th Edition, 2007

This manual meets EN Standards 14764, 14766 and 14781.

IMPORTANT:

This manual contains important safety, performance and service information.

Read it before you take the first ride on your new bicycle, and keep it for

reference.

Additional safety, performance 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

dealer has given you all the manufacturers’ literature that was included with

your bicycle or accessories. In case of a conflict between the instructions in this

manual and information provided by a component manufacturer, always follow

the component manufacturer’s instructions.

If you have any questions or do not understand something, take responsibility for

your safety and consult with your dealer or the bicycle’s manufacturer.

NOTE:

This manual is not intended as a comprehensive use, service, repair or maintenance

manual. Please see your dealer for all service, repairs or maintenance. Your dealer

may also be able to refer you to classes, clinics or books on bicycle use, service,

repair or maintenance.

Summary of Contents for Amsterdam Series

Page 1: ...ler has given you all the manufacturers literature that was included with your bicycle or accessories In case of a conflict between the instructions in this manual and information provided by a component manufacturer always follow the component manufacturer s instructions If you have any questions or do not understand something take responsibility for your safety and consult with your dealer or th...

Page 2: ...Suspension p 30 G Tires and Tubes p 30 5 Service A Service Intervals p 32 B If your bicycle sustains an impact p 35 Appendix A Intended Use p 35 Appendix B Lifespan of your bike and its components p 42 Appendix C Coaster Brakes p 49 Appendix D Fastener Torque Specifications p 51 Appendix E Townie Specific Fitting Guidelines p 52 Appendix F Ticino Handlebar Brake Lever Instalation and Set up p 53 A...

Page 3: ...f the 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 CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a situation which if not avoided could result in serious damage to the bicycle or the voiding of your warranty Many of the Warnings and Cautions ...

Page 4: ...cle is too large or too small for you you may lose control and fall If your new bike is not the right size ask your dealer to exchange it before you ride it 2 Is the saddle at the right height To check see Section 3 B If you adjust your saddle height follow the Minimum Insertion instructions in Section 3 B 3 Are saddle and seat post securely clamped A correctly tightened saddle will allow no saddl...

Page 5: ... too hard can lock up a C Mechanical Safety Check Routinely check the condition of your bicycle before every ride Nuts bolts screws other fasteners Because manufacturers use a wide variety of fastener sizes and shapes made in a variety of materials often differing by model and component the correct tightening force or torque cannot be generalized To make sure that the many fasteners on your bicycl...

Page 6: ...led in the moving parts of the bicycle 11 Never hitch a ride by holding on to another vehicle 12 Don t do stunts wheelies or jumps If you intend to do stunts wheelies jumps or go racing with your bike despite our advice not to read Section 2 F Downhill Stunt or Competition Biking now Think carefully about your skills before deciding to take the large risks that go with this kind of riding wheel wh...

Page 7: ...e device or light source that moves will help you get the attention of approaching motorists pedestrians and other traffic Make sure your clothing or anything you may be carrying on the bicycle does 13 Don t weave through traffic or make any moves that may surprise people with whom you are sharing the road 14 Observe and yield the right of way 15 Never ride your bicycle while under the influence o...

Page 8: ...ht not obstruct a reflector or light Make sure that your bicycle is equipped with correctly positioned and securely mounted reflectors While riding at dawn at dusk or at night Ride slowly Avoid dark areas and areas of heavy or fast moving traffic Avoid road hazards If possible ride on familiar routes If riding in traffic Be predictable Ride so that drivers can see you and predict your movements Be...

Page 9: ...engage before you tighten the clamp bolt to the recommended torque Appendix D or the manufacturer s instructions WARNING When making saddle angle adjustments with a single bolt saddle clamp always check to make sure that the serrations on the mating surfaces of the clamp are not worn Worn serrations on the 1 Diamond frame bicycles Standover height is the basic element of bike fit see It is the dis...

Page 10: ... angle adjustment be sure to re tighten the clamp fasteners to the recommended torque Appendix D or the manufacturer s instructions clamp can allow the saddle to move causing you to lose control and fall Always tighten fasteners to the correct torque Bolts that are too tight can stretch and deform Bolts that are too loose can move and fatigue Either mistake can lead to a sudden failure of the bolt...

Page 11: ...cycle We urge you to ask your dealer how to do the things described in this section before you attempt them yourself and that you have your dealer check your work before you ride the bike If you have even the slightest doubt as to whether you understand something in this section of the Manual talk to your dealer See also Appendix A B C and D A Wheels Bicycle wheels are designed to be removable for...

Page 12: ...step 4 If your front fork has an integral secondary retention device and a traditional cam action system fig 8a loosen the tension adjusting nut enough Your bicycle may be equipped with a different securing method for the front wheel than for the rear wheel Discuss the wheel securing method for your bicycle with your dealer It is very important that you understand the type of wheel securing method...

Page 13: ...o allow removing the wheel from the dropouts If your front wheel uses a cam and cup system fig 8b squeeze the cup and cam lever together while removing the wheel No rotation of any part is necessary with the cam and cup system You may need to tap the top of the wheel with the palm of your hand to release the wheel from the front fork b Installing a disk brake or rim brake Front Wheel CAUTION If yo...

Page 14: ...the fork blade for leverage and the lever should leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand 9 With a through bolt or bolt on system tighten the fasteners to the torque specifications in Appendix D or the hub manufacturer s instructions NOTE If on a traditional cam action system the lever cannot be pushed all the way to a position parallel to the seat stay or chain stay return the lever to the ...

Page 15: ...ection 4 F Practice braking and weight transfer techniques where there is no traffic or other hazards and distractions Everything changes when you ride on loose surfaces or in wet weather It will take longer to stop on loose surfaces or in wet weather Tire adhesion is reduced so the wheels have less cornering and braking traction and can lock up with less brake force Moisture or dirt on the brake ...

Page 16: ... Your multi speed bicycle will have a derailleur drivetrain see 1 below an internal gear hub drivetrain see 2 below or in some special cases a combination of the two 1 How a derailleur drivetrain works If your bicycle has a derailleur drivetrain the gear changing mechanism will have a rear cassette or freewheel sprocket cluster a rear derailleur usually a front derailleur one or two shifters one t...

Page 17: ...nd be sure to follow the pedal manufacturer s setup and service instructions If you do not have the manufacturer s instructions see your dealer or contact the manufacturer one front sprocket called a chainring a drive chain a Shifting internal gear hub gears Shifting with an internal gear hub drivetrain is simply a matter of moving the shifter to the indicated position for the desired gear ratio A...

Page 18: ...y bicycles are equipped with suspension systems There are many different types of suspension systems too many to deal with individually in this Manual If your bicycle has a suspension system of any kind be sure to read and follow the suspension manufacturer s setup and service instructions If you do not have the manufacturer s instructions see your dealer or contact the manufacturer WARNING Failur...

Page 19: ...e and rock the bike forward and back Everything feel solid If you feel a clunk with each forward or backward movement of the bike you probably have a loose headset Have your dealer check it Lift the front wheel off the ground and swing it from side to side Feel smooth If you feel any binding or roughness in the steering you may have a tight headset Have your dealer check it 2 Tire Valves There are...

Page 20: ...l rim squarely Time to have the dealer adjust or replace them Carefully check the control cables and cable housings Any rust Kinks Fraying If so have your dealer replace them Squeeze each adjoining pair of spokes on either side of each wheel between your thumb and index finger Do they all feel about the same If any feel loose have your dealer check the wheel for tension and trueness Check the tire...

Page 21: ...sion travel and use components that fit the intermediate intended use 5 cover a fairly wide range of intended use and within this range are models that are more or less heavy duty High Performance Road CONDITION 1 Bikes designed for riding on a paved surface where the tires do not lose ground contact INTENDED To be ridden on paved roads only NOT INTENDED For off road cyclocross or touring with rac...

Page 22: ...ntry bikes for riding more difficult terrain All Mountain bikes are heavier and harder to ride uphill than cross country bikes All Mountain bikes are lighter more nimble and easier to ride uphill than Freeride bikes All Mountain bikes are not as rugged as Freeride bikes and must not be used for more extreme riding and terrain MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT RIDER LUGGAGE TOTAL lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg 300 136 5 ...

Page 23: ...ke size wheels are faster than the smaller mountain bike wheels but not as strong MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT RIDER LUGGAGE TOTAL lbs kg lbs kg lbs kg 300 136 30 13 6 330 150 Road Tandems CONDITION 1 Bikes designed for riding on a paved surface where the tires do not lose ground contact INTENDED Are designed to be ridden on paved roads only They are not designed for mountain biking or off road use NOT IN...

Page 24: ...ension and the down tube buckled Hit harder and the top tube may be broken the down tube buckled and broken leaving the head tube and fork separated from the main triangle When a metal bike crashes you will usually see some evidence of this ductility Appendix B The lifespan of your bike and its components 1 Nothing Lasts Forever Including Your Bike When the useful life of your bike or its componen...

Page 25: ... the lack of ductility of carbon fiber means that in a crash scenario you can expect some bending or bucking in the metal but none in the carbon Below some load the carbon fork may be intact even though the frame is damaged Above some load the carbon fork will be completely broken The basics of metal fatigue Common sense tells us that nothing that is used lasts forever The more you use something a...

Page 26: ... momentum carrying you over the front of the bike You cannot and will not stay on the bike and what happens to the frame fork and other components is irrelevant to what happens to your body What should you expect from your carbon frame It depends on many complex factors But we can tell you that if the impact is hard enough the fork or frame may be completely broken Note the significant difference ...

Page 27: ...coaster brake ride conservatively A single rear brake does not have the stopping power of front and rear brake systems 2 Adjusting your coaster brake Coaster brake service and adjustment requires special tools and special knowledge Do not attempt to disassemble or service your coaster brake Take the bicycle to your dealer for coaster brake service likely it is that lighter components may be suitab...

Page 28: ... can lead to a sudden failure of the bolt Always use a correctly calibrated torque wrench to tighten critical fasteners on your bike Carefully follow the torque wrench manufacturer s instructions on the correct way to set and use the torque wrench for accurate results FASTENER RECOMMENDED TORQUE WHEELS FRONT WHEELS 350 400kg cm 45 52kg cm 45 52kg cm 40 50kg cm 40kg cm 40kg cm 70kg cm 150kg cm 70kg...

Page 29: ...NG When setting up the bar end brake levers on the Ticino models identifed above ensure that the levers are positioned almost straight down under the handlebar grip The upward angle of the brake lever is not to exceed 10 degrees from straight down position Do NOT position like conventional brake levers Do NOT position as depicted in photograph on the right INCORRECT BRAKE LEVER POSITION ...

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