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Bic
y
cle
Owner‘
s Manual
THIS MANUAL CONT
AINS IMPORTANT SAFETY
,
PERFORMANCE AND SERVICE INFORMA
TION.
Read it
before you take the first ride on y
our new bicycle, and
keep it for refer
ence.
138692 Rev 0 (04/22)
2
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
General Warning
9
A Special Note for Parents
10
Section 1. First
10
A Bike Fit
11
B Safety First
11
C Mechanical Safety Check
12
D First Ride
16
Section 2. Safety
17
A the Basics
17
B Riding Safety
18
C Off-Road Safety
20
D Wet Weather Riding
21
E Night Riding
21
F Extreme, Stunt, or Competition Riding
23
G Changing Components
24
Adding Accessories
24
Section 3. Fit
25
A Stand over Height
25
B Saddle Position
26
Handlebar Height and Angle
30
D Control Position Adjustments
32
E Brake Reach
32
A Wheels
33
B Seat Post Cam Action Clamp
42
C Brakes
43
Coaster Brakes
48
D Shifting Gears
49
E Pedals
53
F Bicycle Suspension
56
G Tires and Tubes
57
Section 5. Service
60
A Service Intervals
62
B Impact Damage
65
Appendix A. Teaching Your Child the Rules
66
Important Safety Information
69
Are Possible
69
Bicycles Cannot Protect You
69
Bicycling Inherent Risk
70
Warning Label
71
Riding in Traffic, Commuting
71
Riding at Night, Dusk, Dawn
72
Understanding E-Bikes
74
E-Bike Drive System ID
75
Operating an E-Bike
76
E-Bike Batteries
80
And Chargers
80
E-Bike Drive Maintenance
82
E-Bikes - Restricting Use
83
Required Safety Devices
83
No Modifications
84
Regulations
85
Kickstands
86
Trailers
86
Racks
86
Child Carriers
87
Distracted Attention
87
Foreign Objects
88
Be- Seen Bike Lights
89
Maximum Fork Length
90
Rear Tire
91
Clearance (Full Suspension)
91
Refinishing
92
Sharp Surfaces
93
Bar Ends
93
Installing Accessories
93
Aerodynamic Handlebars
94
About Shimmy
95
Toe Overlap
96
Tire Size
97
Tire & Rim Compatibility
97
Checking Wheel Rim Wear
98
Understanding Disc Brakes on Road Bikes
98
Brake Power Modulators
99
Aftermarket Brake Systems
100
Aftermarket Power Systems
100
Riding Off-Road
101
About Bicycle Suspension
102
Bicycle Reflectors
103
Carbon Fiber Seat Posts
104
Periodic Seat Post Inspection
105
Seat Post Insert Limit
106
Frame Minimum Seat Post Insert
108
Carbon Fiber Forks & Stems
109
Section B. Intended Use
115
Intended Use
116
Condition
117
High-Performance Road
117
Condition
119
General Purpose Riding
119
Cross-Country, Mararthon, Hardtails
121
All-Mountain, Overmountain
122
Condition 5
123
Dirt Jump
124
Mountain Bike Riding
125
Off-Road Riding
125
Bike Types
125
Freeriding & Downhill Riding
126
Suspension
128
Jumping
128
Stay in Control
128
Downhill and Lift-Serviced Riding
128
Inspect for Safety
129
Understanding Metals
130
Understanding Composites(Carbon Fiber)
137
Understanding Components
141
Bicycle Lifespan
144
Useful Life of Lightweight Frames
144
Maintenance
145
Maintenance Routine
145
Basics of a Good
146
Maintenance Schedule
146
Cleaning Your Bike
149
Tightening Torques
150
Bicycle Repair/Workstands
151
Section F
152
Water Bottles
152
Carbon Bikes/Temperature Extremes
152
Riding through Water
153
Shifting Gears While Pedaling
153
Bicycle Car Racks
154
Using Bicycle Trainers
157
Applying Frame Protection
158
Introduction
161
Consulting Resources
161
Tools and Working Area
162
Step
162
Getting Your Bike Ready for Assembly
163
Installing Seatpost and Saddle
164
Installing Handlebar and Stem
167
Bikes with Disc Brakes-Install Rotor to Hub
174
Install Front Wheel
176
Install Pedals
205
Security Checks
208
Mountain Bike
210
Components and Set up
210
Electric Bikes
212
Other Types of Bikes, Special Components
213
Final Inspection
213
Test Ride and 50 Mile Tune up
214
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GT Grade Specifications
General
Fork
Carbon
Groupset
Shimano 105
Brakes
Hydraulic Disc
Drivetrain
2x11
Gears
22
Tire Size
700c
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