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b)
Frame size
The Outlaw is considered an 18‖ MTB frame. The typical measurement number when choosing a correct frame size for a rider
is the seat tube length. This number usually is between 17‖ to 19‖ for categorizing MTB bicycle measurements. The seat tube
length is measured from the centerline of the crank (bottom bracket) to the top of the seat tube (seat tube clamp). There is
another measurement sometimes forgotten which is actually more important and this is the top tube length (seat tube to the
steering tube). Most manufacturers will proportionally adjust the top tube length according to the seat tube length and with
stems being available in various lengths, fine tuning of this measurement is easily accomplished.
Prodeco Technologies Outlaw’s frame measurement will differ from traditional bicycle frames due to the seat tube being longer
than a traditional bicycle. The addition of the battery mount required an extension to the seat tube by 2 inches; therefore the
measurement is 20‖. The measurement of the top tube and other frame components however follow the principals of an 18‖
MTB frame. The Outlaw’s further has a high rake seat tube angle. With the high angle seat tube, as a tall rider raises their
saddle to accommodate their longer legs, the saddle will pull back offering a longer distance to the steering tube.
c)
Recommended sizing
In today’s bicycle industry, the top tube length is actually more important than the seat tube length. With seat posts now
available over 300mm, the seat tube length is no longer the most important number. The distance of the bottom bracket to
the road should also be taken into consideration when sizing a bike. The top tube length is traditionally the distance from the
center of the seat tube to the center of the steering tube. For purposes of sizing the Outlaw, we will name the distance of the
center of the saddle to the center of the handlebar the steering length (similar to the top tube length).
You can adjust the steering length of your Outlaw by establishing the saddle position and seatpost height. The saddle
position can be adjusted for height and distance from the steering tube via the quick release clamp and the saddle clamp.
Keep in mind by increasing the height of the saddle, this will also increase the steering length due to the high rake angle of
the seat tube. If you choose to use your bicycle as a scooter style vehicle only, you should establish saddle height at a
lower position to reduce the center of gravity. Saddle height can be reduced to just above your inseam. Your inseam is the
measurement of the inside of your leg.
d)
Control position adjustments
The Outlaw includes a variable thumb throttle with an LED battery indicator on
the right side and an 8 Speed twist shifter on the left side of the handlebar. The
throttle can be adjusted on the handlebar to rotate further up or down, using
the 3mm hex key included with your multi-piece tool kit. The shifter can be
adjusted on the handlebar to rotate also using the multi-tool included with the
bicycle. The brake lever assembly and throttle mount together and at a certain
point of rotation, one will not rotate further without the other requiring to be
rotated. If the factory settings on the throttle or shifter are uncomfortable for you
or you cannot view the LED battery, you can loosen the throttle clamp and
move it into a preferred position. As stated above, you may have to loosen the
brake assemble to move the throttle to your desired position. Please see
section e ―Brake lever height adjustments‖ following this section to loosen and
adjust the brake lever assembly and maintain correct brake lever height
adjustments. To loosen and adjust the throttle, locate the 3mm hex bolt at the
front underside of the LED battery indicator on the throttle. Use your 3mm hex
key and insert it into the hex bolt and rotate a minimum of 3 times counter
clockwise. The throttle will now be loose enough to move.
Throttle clamp
bolts should be tightened to 25 lb*in.
e)
Brake lever adjustments
The preferred level of the brake lever assemblies will vary from rider to rider.
The brake lever assemblies can be rotated to a desired riding position. The
optimal position can be found by extending your fingers straight while sitting
in the saddle. Your fingers, when extended straight, should rest on top of the
levers or slightly above the levers.
The brake lever assembly has a clamp bolt (see 1 in photo) accessible from
the top of the bracket. Using the T-25 Torx ® wrench included within your
multi-use tool, loosen the brake lever assembly by turning the T-25 bolt
counter clockwise. The lever assembly will now be loose and you can rotate
it up or down to establish the preferred position to apply the brakes. A brake
lever assembly may require the throttle clamp or shifter clamp to be
loosened to allow the brake lever assembly to rotate. The brake lever
assembly, throttle and shifter mount can prevent each other not to rotate at a
certain point; one will not rotate further without the other requiring to be
rotated. A compromise may be required when attempting to align the brake
levers and establishing the preferred throttle and /or shifter position. The
optimum position to set your brake levers depends on your riding position but
it should be the extension of your arm. Your brake lever should be located at
the point where your fingers extend straight out from your arms. Upon finding
preferred brake lever position, tighten the T-25 Torx ® bolt using your multi-
use tool.
Brake lever clamp bolts should be tightened to 55 lb*in.
The reach can also be adjusted which determines the position of the lever in
relation to the grip. The reach can be reduced or increased. It is important to
note the decrease length of reach will result in reduced brake pad travel.
