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Buddy Bike BB102-AL - User Manual

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Owner’s Manual
Bike Models: BB102-AL and BB103-AL
V.5 10/06/08
Please read every word of this manual
BEFORE you ride your Buddy Bike!
Because your safety is most important to us.
we strongly recommend that a trained professional
assemble and adjust your Buddy Bike.
BIKE ASSEMBLY SUPPORT CONTACT INFORMATION
Robert A. Gardner 707.456.0468 bob@buddybike.com
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Summary

Helmets and Safety

How to Ride Your Buddy Bike

For the Captain

Instructions for the primary rider (captain) on mounting and starting the bike.

For Both Riders

Procedures for both captain and stoker to start and stop the bicycle safely.

Pedaling Techniques

Fold-Out Foot Pegs

Instructions for installing and using optional fold-out foot pegs for the stoker.

Steering Techniques

Explanation of how the tandem steers with both sets of handlebars moving.

Maximum Weight

Kickstands

Keep Speed Under Safe Control at All Times, Practice Braking

How and When to Shift Gears

Follow These Safe Cycling Procedures

How to Fit Your Buddy Bike to You and Yours

Seat Adjustments

How to adjust seat height, distance from handlebars, and tilt for rider comfort.

Handlebar Adjustments

Adjusting both captain and stoker handlebars for comfortable reach and position.

Brake Lever Adjustments

Two Ways to Remove Cable Stretch

Quick Release Operation

Front Wheel Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the front wheel from the bicycle.

Front Wheel Installation

Instructions for correctly installing the front wheel using the quick release.

Adjusting Quick Release

Steps to adjust the quick release mechanism for proper tightness.

Checking Quick Release Tightness

Methods to verify the front wheel quick release is securely fastened.

Brake Maintenance Steps

Brake Adjustments

Stokers Brake Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the stoker's brake cable tension.

Captains V-Brake Shoe Adjustments

Adjusting the captain's V-brake shoes for proper clearance and alignment.

Brake Shoe Balance

How to ensure even clearance for both brake shoes on the wheel rim.

7-Speed Hub Cable Adjustment

Inspect the Chain for Wear

Wheel Alignment

About Your Tires

Chain Maintenance

Adjusting the Roller Brake Cable

Buddy Bike Maintenance Schedule

Limited Warranty

Parts Warranty

Details on warranty coverage for bicycle parts, including wear and tear exclusions.

Frame Warranty

Warranty period for frames and forks against defects in materials and workmanship.

Warranty Registration

Information on returning the warranty registration form within 60 days of purchase.

Buddy Bike BB102-AL Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frame MaterialAluminum
Wheel Size26 inches
Gears7-speed
Brake TypeV-Brakes
TypeTandem
ColorBlue