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RIDING POSITION
1. Saddle Height
To ensure pedalling efficiency, safety and rider
comfort it is crucial that the seat is set at the correct
height. The rider’s leg length is used to determine
the appropriate saddle position. When the seat is
positioned correctly the rider’s leg should not strain
from over-extension and the hips should remain
level when pedalling. To establish seat height sit on
the bicycle with one pedal at its lowest point, and
place the ball of the foot on that pedal.
If the knee is slightly bent in this position then the
seat is at its correct height. The leg should be
practically straight when the heel of that foot is
placed on the pedal.
Caution:
Ensure the seat pillar post does not
extend beyond the minimum insertion
mark. (Refer to Page 42 on how to
adjust the seat height). Take special
note if your bicycle is fitted with a
suspension type seat post.
2. Reach
When riding it is important not to overextend one’s
reach. To determine the ideal positioning place
your elbow against the seat and stretch out your
arm toward the handlebars. The distance between
the handlebar and the outstretched fingertips of the
arm should be 20mm – 50mm. This distance can
be adjusted by altering the location of the seat in
relation to the seat pillar. (Refer to Part 5 on how
to adjust the seat clamp)
Arms not over exteneded
Handlebar stem height
about the same as seat height
Pedal at bottom position
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