Giant Bicycles - Bicycle Suspension Systems

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place where there are no obstacles, hazards or trafc; and be sure to follow
the pedal manufacturer’s setup and service instructions. If you do not have
the manufacturer’s instructions, see your dealer or contact the manufacturer.
F. Bicycle Suspension
Many bicycles are equipped with suspension systems. There are many
different types of suspension systems — too many to deal with individually in
this Manual. If your bicycle has a suspension system of any kind, be sure to
read and follow the suspension manufacturer’s setup and service instructions.
If you do not have the manufacturer’s instructions, see your dealer or contact
the manufacturer.
WARNING: Failure to maintain, check and properly adjust the
suspension system may result in suspension malfunction, which may cause
you to lose control and fall.
If your bike has suspension, the increased speed you may develop
also increases your risk of injury. For example, when braking, the front of
a suspended bike dips. You could lose control and fall if you do not have
experience with this system. Learn to handle your suspension system safely.
See also Section 4.C.
WARNING: Changing suspension adjustment can change the handling
and braking characteristics of your bicycle. Never change suspension
adjustment unless you are thoroughly familiar with the suspension system
manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations, and always check for
changes in the handling and braking characteristics of the bicycle after a
suspension adjustment by taking a careful test ride in a hazard-free area.
Suspension can increase control and comfort by allowing the wheels to
better follow the terrain. This enhanced capability may allow you to ride faster;
but you must not confuse the enhanced capabilities of the bicycle with your
own capabilities as a rider. Increasing your skill will take time and practice.
Proceed carefully until you have learned to handle the full capabilities of your
bike.
CAUTION: Not all bicycles can be safely retrotted with some types
of suspension systems. Before retrotting a bicycle with any suspension,
check with the bicycle’s manufacturer to make sure that what you want to
do is compatible with the bicycle’s design.