To achieve an optimal riding position, the saddle can be adjusted forward or
backward. We recommend asking your dealer to set the saddle in your
optimal position and demonstrate how to make adjustments. If you choose
to make the adjustment yourself, ensure that the clamp mechanism is
securely fastened to the straight part of the saddle rails and not touching
the curved part. Use the recommended torque specific to your bike model.
2. STEP-THROUGH FRAME BICYCLES:
Standover height does not apply to bicycles with step-through frames.
Instead, the limiting dimension is determined by the range of saddle
height. You should be able to adjust your saddle position without
exceeding the limits set by the height of the top of the seat tube and the
"Minimum Insertion" or "Maximum Extension" mark on the seat post.
Correct saddle adjustment is an important factor in getting the most
performance and comfort from your bicycle. If the saddle position is not
comfortable for you, see your dealer.
The saddle can be adjusted in two directions:
1. UP AND DOWN ADJUSTMENT TO CHECK OR CORRECT SADDLE HEIGHT:
B. SADDLE POSITION
To adjust your saddle height, follow these steps:
1. Sit on the saddle.
2. Place one heel on a pedal.
3. Rotate the crank until the pedal with your heel on it is in the down
position and the crank arm is parallel to the seat tube.
4. If your leg is not completely straight, your saddle height needs to be
adjusted. If your hips rock to reach the pedal, the saddle is too high. If
your leg is bent at the knee with your heel on the pedal, the saddle is
too low.
5. If you choose to make your own saddle height adjustment, follow
these steps:
a. Loosen the seat post clamp.
b. Raise or lower the seat post in the seat tube.
c. Make sure the saddle is straight and tighten the seat post clamp
to the recommended torque.
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6. If your frame has a sight hole on the seat tube, the seat post must be
visible through the sight hole and must not project from the frame
beyond the minimum/maximum mark. Use the sight hole in
conjunction with the min/max mark on the seat post. If the seat post
is at the min/max mark but not visible through the sight hole, it
needs to be lowered until it can be seen.
7. Do not cut the seat post short if it doesn't meet the requirements
mentioned above.
8. If your seat post is at the minimum/maximum mark and/or not
visible through the sight hole, and the saddle is not high enough, you
need to replace the seat post with a longer one.
9. For bikes with an interrupted seat tube, ensure that the seat post is
far enough into the frame so that you can touch it through the
bottom of the interrupted seat tube with the tip of your finger
without inserting your finger beyond its first knuckle.
If the seat post is not inserted correctly into the seat tube as
explained in section B.1, it may break, causing you to lose control
and fall. Therefore, ensure proper insertion.
WARNING
2. SADDLE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT:
Most riders prefer a horizontal saddle, but some may prefer a slight
upward or downward angle. Your dealer can assist with adjusting the
saddle angle, or you can do it yourself if your seat post has a single
bolt saddle clamp. In that case, make sure to loosen the bolt enough
to disengage any serrations before changing the angle. Then, fully
re-engage the serrations before tightening the bolt to the recom-
mended torque specific to your bike model.
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