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Contents
GENERAL WARNING
p. 1
A special note to parents
p. 4
1. First
A. Bike Fit
p. 5
B. Safety First
p. 5
C. Mechanical Safety Check
p. 5
D. First ride
p. 6
2. Safety
A. The Basics
p. 7
B. Riding Safety
p. 8
C. Off Road Safety
p. 9
D. Wet Weather Riding
p. 9
E. Night Riding
p. 10
F. Extreme, Stunt, Or Competition Riding
p. 11
G. Changing Components
Or Adding Accessories
p. 12
3. Fit
A. Standover Height
p. 12
B. Saddle Position
p. 13
C. Handlebar Height And Angle
p. 14
D. Control Position Adjustments
p. 15
E. Brake Reach
p. 15
4. Tech
A. Wheels
p. 16
1. Wheel Quick Release
p. 16
2. Removing And Installing
Quick Release Wheels
p. 17
3. Removing And Installing Bolt-on Wheels
p. 19
B. Seatpost Quick Release
p. 20
C. Brakes
p. 21
D. Shifting Gears
p. 23
E. Pedals
p. 25
F. Bicycle Suspension
p. 26
G. Tires and Tubes
p. 27
5. Service
A. Service Intervals
p. 29
B. If Your Bicycle Sustains An Impact
p. 31
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.