7
Connecting the seat to the post
Your bike includes a saddle that is not already connected to seat post, the saddle
must be secured to the post.
Insert the seat post into the bike frame with the tapered end on top. The seat post is
inserted into the plastic shim. Please make sure the seat post quick release is open
before inserting the seat post. Insert the post to a level
that leaves the tapered end of the seat post visible to
allow sufficient space to connect the saddle.
Close the quick release to lock the seat post in position.
The quick release should close with sufficient force to
lock the seat post into position.
To tighten the quick release mechanism, open the quick
release, hold the nut opposite the lever with one hand
and rotate the quick release lever clockwise a complete
rotation while holding the nut firmly. This will tighten the
entire quick release mechanism. Now close the quick
release lever. You will notice that the quick release lever
is more difficult to tighten.
If the quick release requires more tightening, unlock the
quick release and continue to rotate the quick release
lever while holding the bolt opposite the lever until the
quick release mechanism is appropriately tightened.
Repeat if necessary.
Place your saddle on top of the post by placing the seat post connector onto the
tapered end of the seat post. The seat post connector should be completed
inserted onto the seat post so that the tapered end rests on the triangular stop on
the seat post connector.
Angle the saddle so that it is parallel to the
ground or at a preferred angle for comfort when
seated on the bicycle.
Tighten the bolts on opposite sides of the seat
post connector with a 14mm or adjustable
wrench. Alternate sides after each rotation to tighten evenly: tighten one side a full
rotation, then the opposite side a full rotation, and vice-versa until each bolt is
completely tight and there is no movement in the saddle angle.
