Cannondale Cujo - User Manual

Bicycle
Owner‘s Manual
CANNONDALE BICYCLE OWNER’S MANUAL
131264 (07/18)
FOLLOW THIS CHECKLIST BEFORE EVERY RIDE. IF YOU HAVE ANY REASON TO SUSPECT
THAT YOUR BICYCLE IS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, DO NOT RIDE IT. Have it inspected
by an Authorized Cannondale Retailer. To locate your nearest Authorized Cannondale Retailer
call the 1-800-BIKE-USA. Failure to follow this checklist and to have any potential problem
inspected could lead to an accident, with risk of serious injury, paralysis or death.
Are you wearing a helmet and other
appropriate equipment and clothing, such as
protective glasses and gloves? Do not wear
loose clothing that could become entangled in
the bicycle (See PART I, Section 2.A The Basics).
Are your seatpost and stem securely
fastened? Twist the handlebars rmly from side
to side while holding the front wheel between
your knees. The stem must not move in the
steering tube. Similarly, the seatpost must be
secure in the seat tube (See PART I, Section 3.
Fit).
Are you visible to motorists? If you are riding at
dusk, dawn or at night, you must make yourself
visible to motorists. Use front and rear lights
and a strobe or blinker. Reectors alone do
not provide adequate visibility. Wear reective
clothing (See PART I, Section 2.E Night Riding
and PART II, A. Important Safety Information).
Is it raining or wet? If so, be more cautious.
Your braking distances will increase, and
your tires’ grip on the road will decrease.
Remember that motorists’ visibility decreases
with bad weather (See PART I, Section 2.D Wet
Weather Riding and PART II, A. Important Safety
Information).
Are your tires properly inated? Tires must
inated to the recommended pressure. (See
PART I, Section 4.G Tires and Tubes).
Are your wheels true? Lift each end of the bike
and spin each wheel. Does the space between
the rim and the brake pads, or the tire and
the frame, remain nearly the same size as the
wheel turns? Are your spokes tight? (See PART I,
Section 1.C Mechanical Safety Check).
Are your wheels’ quick-releases properly
fastened? Be sure to read the section on proper
operation of quick-release skewers (See PART I,
Section 4.A Wheels).
Are your front and rear brakes functioning
properly? With V-brakes, the quick release
“noodle” must be properly installed. With
cantilever brakes, the quick release straddle
cable must be properly attached. With caliper
brakes the quick release lever must be closed.
With any rim brake, the brake pads must make
rm contact with the rim without the brake levers
hitting the handlebar grip (See PART I, Section
4.C Brakes).
With hydraulic disc brakes, check that the lever
feels rm, does not move too close to the
handlebar grip, and there is no evidence of
leaking brake uid. With cable actuated disc
brakes, check that the lever feels rm and does
not move too close to the handlebar grip. With
any disc brakes, the brake pads must make rm
contact with the rotor without the brake levers
hitting the handlebar grip (See PART I, Section
4.C Brakes).
How do your clipless pedals work today?
Clip in and out of your pedals before you begin.
Experienced cyclists do. The connection between
cleat and pedal is affected by dozens of factors
including dirt, mud, lubrication, spring tension
and wear. By clipping in and out you will check
the function and have a fresh memory of how
they feel (See PART I, Section 4.E Pedals).
How recently were your frame, fork and
components inspected? Never ride a frame,
fork or components with any crack or damage.
(See PART II, Section D. Inspect For Safety).
PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY,
PERFORMANCE AND SERVICE INFORMATION.
Read it before you take the rst ride on your new
bicycle, and keep it for reference.

Summary

PART I

GENERAL WARNING

Discusses risks of bicycling, importance of safe riding, and defines warnings/cautions.

A SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS

SECTION 1. FIRST

Guides on initial setup and checks before the first ride.

1.A - BIKE FIT

1.B - SAFETY FIRST

Covers essential safety checks and equipment for the first ride.

1.C - MECHANICAL SAFETY CHECK

Details pre-ride checks for nuts, bolts, tires, wheels, brakes, and retention systems.

SECTION 2. SAFETY

Outlines legal compliance, traffic laws, and general safety rules for riding.

2.A - THE BASICS

Covers helmet use, safety checks, bike controls, protective gear, and speed.

2.B - RIDING SAFETY

Details rules of the road, defensive riding, traffic laws, and hazards.

2.C - OFF-ROAD SAFETY

2.E - NIGHT RIDING

2.F - EXTREME, STUNT OR COMPETITION RIDING

Warns about high risks of extreme riding and equipment stress.

SECTION 3. FIT

Explains the importance of bike fit for safety, performance, and comfort.

3.A - STAND OVER HEIGHT

3.B - SADDLE POSITION

3.C - Handlebar Height And Angle

SECTION 4. TECH

4.A - Wheels

Covers wheel types, securing methods, and safety checks for wheels.

4.B. SEAT POST CAM ACTION CLAMP

4.C - BRAKES

Explains different brake types, controls, features, and operation.

4.D - SHIFTING GEARS

Covers how derailleurs and internal gear hubs work and shifting techniques.

4.E - PEDALS

4.F - BICYCLE SUSPENSION

4.G TIRES AND TUBES

Covers tire selection, pressure, and safety warnings related to tires and rims.

SECTION 5. SERVICE

Provides guidance on bicycle maintenance, service intervals, and when to seek professional help.

5.A - SERVICE INTERVALS

Outlines recommended service intervals for various checks and maintenance tasks.

5.B - IF YOUR BICYCLE SUSTAINS AN IMPACT

PART II

SECTION A. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Covers inherent risks of cycling, protective gear, and general safety advice.

RIDING IN TRAFFIC, COMMUTING

Discusses hazards of riding in traffic and suggests resources for safe commuting.

RIDING AT NIGHT, DUSK, DAWN

Highlights increased risks and essential precautions for low-visibility riding.

MODIFICATIONS

Advises against modifying bike frames or components due to safety risks.

TOE OVERLAP OR TOE CLIP OVERLAP

TIRE & RIM PRESSURE COMPATIBILITY

HOW TO CHECK WHEEL RIM WEAR

UNDERSTANDING DISC BRAKES ON ROAD BIKES

SECTION B. INTENDED USE

Explains how to choose the correct bike for specific purposes and understand limitations.

HIGH-PERFORMANCE ROAD

GENERAL PURPOSE RIDING

All Cyclocross

All Street and Mountain Tandems

CROSS-COUNTRY, MARATHON, HARDTAILS

Details intended use for cross-country and marathon riding, including limitations.

ALL MOUNTAIN, OVERMOUNTAIN

Explains intended use for all-mountain riding, capabilities, and limitations.

GRAVITY, FREERIDE, DOWNHILL, DIRT JUMP

Covers extreme riding conditions, inherent dangers, and required precautions.

All CHASE dirt jump models

SECTION C. MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDING

Discusses the complexities and challenges of off-road riding.

BIKE TYPES

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ROUTINES

SUSPENSION

JUMPING

STAY IN CONTROL

Highlights the importance of riding in control to prevent accidents and injuries.

DOWNHILL AND LIFT SERVICED RIDING

Warns about the extreme risks of downhill riding and required safety gear.

FREERIDING & DOWNHILL

Details the extreme dangers and fundamental risks of freeriding and downhill biking.

SECTION D. INSPECT FOR SAFETY

Provides guidelines for inspecting bicycle components for safety and potential breakage.

1. UNDERSTANDING METALS

Metal Fatigue 101

2. UNDERSTANDING COMPOSITES (CARBON FIBER)

Composite Frame, Fork, and Component Inspection

Details inspection procedures for cracks and delamination in composite parts.

3. UNDERSTANDING COMPONENTS

Guides on inspecting key bicycle components like stem, handlebars, seat post, and pedals.

■ Brake Track of Wheel Rim

BICYCLE LIFESPAN

SECTION E. MAINTENANCE

Provides guidance on cleaning, corrosion prevention, and lubrication.

LUBRICATION

TIGHTENING TORQUES

SECTION F: LIMITED WARRANTY

Details Cannondale's limited warranty terms, coverage, and conditions.

APPENDICES

APPENDIX B. MAXIMUM FORK LENGTH (Mountain Bikes)

APPENDIX C. CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF CARBON FIBER SEAT POSTS

APPENDIX D. CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF CARBON FIBER FORKS & STEM

SI Compression Assembly KP017; Instructions

APPENDIX G. BIKE LIGHTS

APPENDIX H. FOREIGN OBJECTS ARE VERY HAZARDOUS

PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST

A comprehensive checklist for pre-ride safety inspections.

Cannondale Cujo Specifications

General

Brand	Cannondale
Model	Cujo
Category	Bicycle
Language	English