Assembly Assembly
Single Speed & BMX
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Foreword: Assembling a bicycle is an important responsibility. Proper
assembly not only gives the rider more enjoyment of the bicycle; it also
offers an important measure of safety.
Getting Started
Open the carton from the top and remove the bicycle. Remove the straps
and protective wrapping from the bicycle. Inspect the bicycle and all
accessories and parts for possible shortages. It is recommended that
the threads and all moving in the parts package be lubricated prior to
installation.
Do not discard packing materials until assembly is complete to insure
that no required parts are accidentally discarded. Assemble your bicycle
following the steps that pertain to your model.
Note: Your bicycle may be equipped with different style components than
the one illustrated.
Handlebars
Remove the protective cap from the stem wedge and loosen the stem
bolt using the 6mm Allen key. Some models may use a 13mm hexagonal
bolt. Place the handlebar stem into the head tube, observing the minimum
insertion mark on the handlebar stem and ensuring that all cables are free
of tangles. Check that the fork and the handlebar are facing forward, and
that they are properly aligned with the front wheel. Tighten the stem bolt.
Rotate the handlebar to the desired position and tighten the Stem Cap
Binder Bolts securely using a 5mm Allen key.
SINGLE SPEED & BMX
Includes 16” and 20” BMX Bikes
Assembly is the same for boy and girl’s bikes.
The handlebar must be inserted so that the minimum
insertion mark cannot be seen. Warning: Over-tightening
the stem bolt or headset assembly may cause damage to
the bicycle and/or injury to the rider.
Stem
Bolt
Minimum
Insertion Mark
Head
Tube
Stem Cap Binder Bolts
Stem Wedge
Seat
Loosen nut on the seat clamp and add 3 or 4 drops of oil onto the threads
of the bolt. Place the smaller end of the seat post into the seat clamp until
it stops with the bolt to the rear of the seat post. Thread the nut on the seat
clamp loosely. Insert the larger end of the seat post into the seat tube of
the bicycle frame observing the minimum insertion mark on the seat post.
Position the top surface of the seat parallel with the ground. The serrations
on the seat clamp must mesh completely with the seat frame serration on
the seat clamp must mesh completely with the seat Securely tighten the
bolts on the seat post clamp. Turn the bicycle upside down and rest it on
the seat and handlebars. If your bicycle is equipped with a quick release
mechanism, please refer to page 24-25.
The seat pillar must be inserted so that the minimum
insertion mark cannot be seen.
Pedals & Crank Set
Look for the letters “R” for right, and “L” for left, stamped on each pedal
spindle. Start each pedal spindle by hand to avoid stripping the threads.
Tighten with a 15mm narrow open-ended wrench. Note the right hand pedal
attaches to the chainwheel side crank arm with a right-hand (clockwise)
thread. The left pedal attaches to the other crank arm and has a left-hand
(counter-clockwise) thread. It is very important that you check the crank set
for correct adjustment and tightness before riding your bicycle. New cranks
may become loose with initial use; refer to p. 74-77 for proper crank set
adjustment and maintenance. Once the pedals have been attached, check
that the crank arm rotates smoothly and that there is no lateral movement.
Attachment of an incorrect pedal into a crank arm will
cause irreparable damage.
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