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General Warning
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A special note to parents
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What kind of bike is it?
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What it’s called?
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1. First
A. Bike fit
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B. Safety first
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C. Mechanical Safety Check
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D. First ride
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2. Safety
A. The Basics
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B. Riding Safety
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C. Off Road Safety
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D. Wet Weather Riding
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E. Night Riding
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F. Extreme stunt or competition riding
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G. Changing Components or Adding Accessories
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3.Fit
A. Standover height
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B. Saddle position
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C. Handlebar height and angle
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D. Control Position Adjustments
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E. Brake reach
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NOTE
: This manual is not intended as a comprehensive use, service, repair or maintenance manual. Please see your dealer for all service, repairs or mainte-
nance. Your dealer may also be able to refer you to classes, clinics or books on bicycle use, service, repair or maintenance.
4. Tech
A. Wheels
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1. Wheel Quick Release
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2. Removing and Installing Quick Release Wheels
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3. Removing and Installing Bolt-On Wheels
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B. Seatpost Quick Release
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C. Brakes
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D. Shifting gears
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E. Pedals
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F. Bicycle Suspension
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1. Dakar series
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2. Dakar XC Series
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3. Dakar XLT Series
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G. Tires and Tubes
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5. Service
A. Service Intervals
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B. If your bicycle sustains an impact
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6. Jamis Dual Suspension Pivot/Replacement Parts
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7. Jamis Replacement Derailleur Hangers
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8. Warranty
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