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General| Type | Mountain Bike |
|---|---|
| Brake Type | Disc Brakes |
| Number of Gears | 21 |
| Gears | Shimano |
| Suspension | Front Suspension |
| Frame Material | Aluminium Alloy |
| Wheel Size | 26 inches |
Lifetime warranty for rigid frames and forks, excluding suspension types.
One-year warranty for all other components, including suspension parts.
Details warranty conditions, proof of purchase, and exclusions like wear, abuse, and accidents.
Statement affirming statutory rights are not diminished by the warranty terms.
Instructions to complete log sheet for loss/theft and guarantee records.
Importance of the frame number for security and identification purposes.
Recommends 6-monthly servicing for safety, support, and warranty claims.
Read leaflet, use professional repairers for major adjustments, understand risks of freestyle use.
Identifies key bicycle parts and outlines routine checks and lubrication for optimal function.
Checks for nuts, bolts, brakes, steering, wheels, tyres, pedals, gears, and reflectors before riding.
Advises against unsafe practices like riding on the wrong side or carrying passengers.
Cautions for wet weather, night riding, and maintenance of suspension units.
Guides on pre-load adjustment for suspension and achieving an optimal riding position.
Instructions for adjusting seat height and ensuring secure tightening of the seat post.
Guidance on setting saddle angle and fore/aft position for comfort and performance.
Explains how to set saddle height for proper leg extension and knee flex.
Steps for adjusting handlebar height using a standard stem, including insertion depth warnings.
Instructions for aligning and tightening an A-Head stem, with caution against overtightening.
Advice on positioning handlebars for comfortable reach to controls and balanced weight distribution.
Importance of checking cotterless crank nuts periodically for secure tightening.
Table listing critical component torque specifications for safe assembly and maintenance.
Step-by-step guide on stopping safely using both front and rear brakes, emphasizing rear brake first.
Warnings about front brake use in turns, wet conditions, and general braking system integrity.
Detailed steps for adjusting caliper brakes, including setting block clearance and cable tension.
Guidance on maintaining caliper brakes, lubricating parts, and checking wheel alignment.
Procedures for V-brake quick release, cable adjustment, and brake block replacement.
Initial setup and routine maintenance for disc brakes, including lever travel and pad adjustment.
Adjusting lever travel and caliper centering for optimal disc brake performance.
Instructions on checking disc brake pad thickness and procedure for replacing worn pads.
Explains the derailing principle and how gear ratios are determined by sprockets and chainrings.
Emphasizes keeping derailleur gears clean and lubricated for efficient operation and longevity.
Guides on using gear levers, understanding gear ratios, and precautions for smooth gear changes.
Steps for adjusting rear derailleur indexing for top and low gear limits using adjustment screws.
Guide for adjusting front derailleur limit screws to prevent chain rub on adjacent chainrings.
Fine-tuning front derailleur limits for chain clearance on chainrings, especially with biopace chainsets.
Explains how to use the Rapidfire levers (A and B) for shifting gears on the rear cassette.
How to use left-hand levers (A and B) to shift between front chainwheels.
Adjusting front gear cable tension using the outer adjustment bolt for minimum chain clearance.
Procedure for replacing gear inner wires in STI levers and connecting them.
Instructions for mounting STI levers to the handlebar and adjusting grip width.
Steps for installing brake cables into brake levers, including barrel nipple and adjusting screw.
Guidelines for lubricating Grip Shift assemblies, recommending silicone-based grease.
Step-by-step process for replacing the cable in a Grip Shift gear selector.
How to mount the RevoShift lever, ensuring it does not obstruct brake operation, with torque specification.
Explains how pedalling effort changes as gears are shifted with RevoShift levers.
Procedure for replacing the inner cable in a RevoShift gear selector.
Advice on tyre pressure, avoiding damage, checking for wear, and proper inflation methods.
Steps for removing and reinstalling a standard rear wheel, including chain management.
Procedure for using the quick-release mechanism for rear wheel removal and installation.
Instructions for removing and installing the front wheel, emphasizing secure retention.
Detailed steps for removing and installing the front wheel using the quick-release lever, with safety warnings.
Simple instructions for fitting the bicycle bell to the handlebar.
How to identify left and right pedals using the markings on their ends.
Instructions for installing the right pedal, emphasizing clockwise tightening.
Instructions for installing the left pedal, emphasizing anti-clockwise tightening.
