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PART 3

STEP 5. Installing the Seatpost And Saddle

Assembling Your Bike

GT Bicycle Owner’s Manual

Hidden Clamp Bolt

Clamp Bolt Seat Clamp

Quick-Release Seat Clamp

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Table of Contents5
General Warning9
A Special Note for Parents10
Section 1. First10
A Bike Fit11
B Safety First11
C Mechanical Safety Check12
D First Ride16
Section 2. Safety17
A the Basics17
B Riding Safety18
C Off-Road Safety20
D Wet Weather Riding21
E Night Riding21
F Extreme, Stunt, or Competition Riding23
G Changing Components24
Adding Accessories24
Section 3. Fit25
A Stand over Height25
B Saddle Position26
Handlebar Height and Angle30
D Control Position Adjustments32
E Brake Reach32
A Wheels33
B Seat Post Cam Action Clamp42
C Brakes43
Coaster Brakes48
D Shifting Gears49
E Pedals53
F Bicycle Suspension56
G Tires and Tubes57
Section 5. Service60
A Service Intervals62
B Impact Damage65
Appendix A. Teaching Your Child the Rules66
Important Safety Information69
Are Possible69
Bicycles Cannot Protect You69
Bicycling Inherent Risk70
Warning Label71
Riding in Traffic, Commuting71
Riding at Night, Dusk, Dawn72
Understanding E-Bikes74
E-Bike Drive System ID75
Operating an E-Bike76
E-Bike Batteries80
And Chargers80
E-Bike Drive Maintenance82
E-Bikes - Restricting Use83
Required Safety Devices83
No Modifications84
Regulations85
Kickstands86
Trailers86
Racks86
Child Carriers87
Distracted Attention87
Foreign Objects88
Be- Seen Bike Lights89
Maximum Fork Length90
Rear Tire91
Clearance (Full Suspension)91
Refinishing92
Sharp Surfaces93
Bar Ends93
Installing Accessories93
Aerodynamic Handlebars94
About Shimmy95
Toe Overlap96
Tire Size97
Tire & Rim Compatibility97
Checking Wheel Rim Wear98
Understanding Disc Brakes on Road Bikes98
Brake Power Modulators99
Aftermarket Brake Systems100
Aftermarket Power Systems100
Riding Off-Road101
About Bicycle Suspension102
Bicycle Reflectors103
Carbon Fiber Seat Posts104
Periodic Seat Post Inspection105
Seat Post Insert Limit106
Frame Minimum Seat Post Insert108
Carbon Fiber Forks & Stems109
Section B. Intended Use115
Intended Use116
Condition117
High-Performance Road117
Condition119
General Purpose Riding119
Cross-Country, Mararthon, Hardtails121
All-Mountain, Overmountain122
Condition 5123
Dirt Jump124
Mountain Bike Riding125
Off-Road Riding125
Bike Types125
Freeriding & Downhill Riding126
Suspension128
Jumping128
Stay in Control128
Downhill and Lift-Serviced Riding128
Inspect for Safety129
Understanding Metals130
Understanding Composites(Carbon Fiber)137
Understanding Components141
Bicycle Lifespan144
Useful Life of Lightweight Frames144
Maintenance145
Maintenance Routine145
Basics of a Good146
Maintenance Schedule146
Cleaning Your Bike149
Tightening Torques150
Bicycle Repair/Workstands151
Section F152
Water Bottles152
Carbon Bikes/Temperature Extremes152
Riding through Water153
Shifting Gears While Pedaling153
Bicycle Car Racks154
Using Bicycle Trainers157
Applying Frame Protection158
Introduction161
Consulting Resources161
Tools and Working Area162
Step162
Getting Your Bike Ready for Assembly163
Installing Seatpost and Saddle164
Installing Handlebar and Stem167
Bikes with Disc Brakes-Install Rotor to Hub174
Install Front Wheel176
Install Pedals205
Security Checks208
Mountain Bike210
Components and Set up210
Electric Bikes212
Other Types of Bikes, Special Components213
Final Inspection213
Test Ride and 50 Mile Tune up214

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