Lubrication and Adjustment – Three Piece Cranks (Cot-
terless Cranks)
To adjust:
• Turn the lockring on the left side anti-clockwise.
• Turn the adjusting cup until appropriately set.
• Carefully re-fasten the lockring without disturbing the
cup adjustment.
To disassemble:
1. Remove the cranks from the axle.
2. Turn the left side lockring anti-clockwise and remove.
3. Turn the adjusting cup anti-clockwise and remove.
4. Remove the left ball retainer and slide the axle out of
the frame to the left.
5. Turn the right side fi xed cup anti-clockwise and remove,
as well as the right ball retainer.
Once the crank is dismantled clean all bearing surfaces and
the ball retainers and check for wear. Replace any damaged
parts and pack grease into the ball bearing retainers. Re-
assemble the crank in the reverse order of the procedure
listed above.
Three Piece Crank Removal
To remove Cotterless cranks you will need to use a spe-
cifi c removing tool. Follow the outline below to guide you
through the process.
1. Use a coin or a screwdriver to remove the dust cap.
2. Remove the fl ange nut or bolt and washer after loosen-
ing.
3. Attach the removing tool into the crank and tighten.
4. Turn the screw bolt until the crank comes away from the
axle.
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Pedaling Technique
• Place the ball of your foot on the centre of the pedal.
• Ensure your knees are parallel to the bicycle frame when
pedaling.
• Keep your elbows slightly bent. This will help to absorb
shock.
• Learn how to use the gears correctly
Hill Technique
• Prior to a climb, gear down and continue gearing down
as necessary in order to sustain pedaling speed.
• By standing up on your pedals you will be able to gener-
ate greater power from each turn of the pedal. This is
useful if you are straining and are using the lowest gear.
• Use the high gears on a descent to prevent rapid pedal-
ing.
• Take extra care when descending. Do not exceed a com-
fortable speed and maintain control.
Cornering Technique
• Before entering a corner brake slightly and begin to lean
your body into the corner.
• The inside pedal should be held at the 12 o’clock posi-
tion and the inside knee angled slightly in the direction
you are turning. The other leg should be kept straight.
• Avoid pedaling through fast or tight corners.
As suggested by the Consumer Affairs Department
riding bicycles with small wheel diameter at excessive
speeds can lead to instability and is therefore not recom-
mended.
CAUTION:
When riding downhill never take your hands off
the handlebars, or feet off the pedals
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