adjustment and you have a singl e bolt saddle clamp on your seat post, it is critical that you loosen the clam p bolt sufficiently to
allow any s errations on the mechanism to dise ngage bef ore chan ging the sadd le’s an gle, and th en that the serrati ons full y
re-engage before you tighten the clamp bolt to the recommended torque (Appendix D or the manufacturer’s instructions).
WARNING: When making saddle angle adjustments with a si ngle bolt saddle clamp, always check to make su
re
le
on
seat post, the suspension mechanism may require periodic service
best saddle position,
mak
justment, b e su re th at the sad dle adju sting mech anism is p roperly se ated a nd
se
any di
nee
many different shapes, sizes and resilience. Your dealer can help you select a saddle which,
whe
a saddle which is incorrectly adjusted or which
e
readless” stem, which clamps on to the outside of the steerer tube, or with a “quill” stem,
that the serrations on the mating surfaces of the clamp are not
worn. Worn serrations on theclamp can allow the
to move, causing you to lose control and fall. Always tighten fasteners to the correct torque. Bolts that are too
tight can stretch and deform. Bolts that are too loose can move and fatigue. Either mistake can lead to a sudden failure
of the bolt, causing you to lose control and fall.
Note: If your bicycle is equipped with a suspensi
sadd
or maintenance. Ask your dealer for recommended service intervals for your suspension seat post.
Small changes in saddle position can have a substantial effect on performance and comfort. To find your
e only one adjustment at a time.
WARNING:
After an y sad dle ad
tightened b efore rid ing. A lo ose sad dle clamp o r seat post clamp can cau se d amage to th e seat p ost, o r can
you
to lose control and fall. A correctly tightened saddle adjusting mechanism will allow no saddle movement in
rection. Periodically check to make sure that the saddle adjusting mechanism is properly tightened.
If, in spite of careful ly adjusting the saddle height, tilt and fore-and-aft position, your saddle is still uncomfort able, you may
cau
d a different saddle design.
Saddles, like p
eople, come in
n correctly adjusted for your body and riding style, will be comfortable.
WARNING: Some people have claimed that extended riding with
does not support your pelvic area correctly can cause short-term or long-term inj
ury to nerves and blood vessels,
n impotence. If your saddle causes you pain, numbness or other discomfort, listen to your body and stop riding
until you see your dealer about saddle adjustment or a different saddle.
C. Handlebar height and angle
or ev
Your bike is equipped either with a “th
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