Diamondback Bicycle - Changing Components or Adding Accessories

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When riding fast down hill, you can reach speeds seen on motorcycles, and therefore face similar
hazards and risks. Have your bicycle and equipment carefully inspected by a qualied mechanic
and be sure it is in perfect condition. Consult with expert riders and race officials on conditions and
equipment advisable at the site where you plan to ride. Wear appropriate safety gear, including an
approved full face helmet, full nger gloves, and body armor. Ultimately, it is your responsibility to
have proper equipment and to be familiar with course conditions.
WARNING:
although many catalogs, advertIsements and artIcles aBout BIcyclIng depIct rIders engaged In
extreme rIdIng, thIs actIvIty Is extremely dangerous, Increases your rIsk of Injury or death, and Increases the
severIty of any Injury. rememBer that the actIon depIcted Is BeIng performed By professIonals wIth many years
of traInIng and experIence. know your lImIts and always wear a helmet and other approprIate safety gear.
even wIth state-of-the-art protectIve safety gear, you could Be serIously Injured or kIlled when jumpIng,
stunt rIdIng, rIdIng downhIll at speed or In competItIon.
CAUTION: BIcycles and BIcycle parts have lImItatIons wIth regard to strength and IntegrIty, and thIs type of rIdIng
can exceed those lImItatIons. see appendIx B.
We recommend against this type of riding because of the increased risks; but if you choose to
take the risk, at least:
• Take lessons from a competent instructor rst.
• Start with easy learning exercises and slowly develop your skills before trying more difcult or
dangerous riding.
• Use only designated areas for stunts, jumping, racing or fast downhill riding.
• Wear a full face helmet, safety pads and other safety gear.
• Understand and recognize that the stresses imposed on your bike by this kind of activity may
break or damage parts of the bicycle and void the warranty.
• Take your bicycle to your dealer if anything breaks or bends. Do not ride your bicycle when any
part is damaged.
If you ride downhill at speed, do stunt riding or ride in competition, know the limits of your skill
and experience. Ultimately, avoiding injury is your responsibility.
G. Changing Components or Adding Accessories
There are many components and accessories available to enhance the comfort, performance and
appearance of your bicycle. However, if you change components or add accessories, you do so at
your own risk. The bicycle’s manufacturer may not have tested that component or accessory for
compatibility, reliability or safety on your bicycle. Before installing any component or accessory,
including a different size tire, make sure that it is compatible with your bicycle by checking with
your dealer. Be sure to read, understand and follow the instructions that accompany the products
you purchase for your bicycle. See also Appendix A and Appendix B.
WARNING:
faIlure to confIrm compatIBIlIty, properly Install, operate and maIntaIn any component or
accessory can result In serIous Injury or death.
WARNING: changIng the components on your BIke wIth other than genuIne replacement parts may compromIse
the safety of your BIcycle and may voId the warranty. check wIth your dealer Before changIng the components
on your BIke.