Saddle height and starting to ride
A saddle that is too high or too low will make
riding uncomfortable and unstable. Saddle height
is adjusted by using a Quick-Release clamp – for
safety reasons ensure that you know how to operate
this Quick Release lever properly by following the
instruction shown in ‘Things to check every time they
ride – quick releases’.
To find the optimum saddle height, raise or lower
the saddle to offer an approximately-correct position
that allows the child to be seated sit upright ensuring
their feet are flat or almost flat on the floor. If the
saddle height is not correct, re-adjust by a half
inch / 15 mm or so and try again. The child’s feet
should not be on extended tip-toes as this will not
offer stability required. With the saddle at the correct
height, they should be able to walk along and steer
whilst seated comfortably.
Walking is the first step. The child will naturally start
to push themselves along at a brisk speed that then
allows feet-up freewheeling as their confidence grows.
All Scoot beginner bikes are supplied with
an additional, longer seat post (270mm)
to allow for growing room and a wider fit
range. Consult your Ridgeback stockist if
you need to swap the seat post as incorrect
fitting could cause slippage which is
potentially dangerous.
Handlebar Stem
The stem of a Scoot beginner bike is adjustable for
height a and the shape of the handlebars allows
further position adjustment when rotated back or
forth in the stem clamp b . Both of which can easily
be adjusted if required using a 6mm allen key. The
handlebar should be positioned to allow the child to
sit upright in a comfortable and confident position
with easy access to the brake lever.
A loose stem or handlebar can cause a
serious accident – ensure that any loose
bolts are tightened before the bike is ridden
by physically checking the bar and stem
security. Consult your Ridgeback stockist
before riding if there is any doubt that the
stem is done up correctly.
Before they ride Sizing and Fitting
Maximum adjustments
When adjusting the saddle and stem
height bike, for safety reasons ensure
that maximum height / extension markers
(indicated below) are not exceeded.
The Scoot stem a and seat post b have
markers to indicate the maximum height
/ extension level. Do not exceed these
markers – if the marker is visible it means
the stem or saddle is too high.
Pre-Delivery Inspection
Your dealer will have given the bike a thorough Pre-
Delivery Inspection so that you can let your child ride
right away, safe in the knowledge that everything
has been newly adjusted and tightened. Although
unnecessary upon collection, we do recommend that
a Scoot beginner bike is regularly checked before
riding. Mechanical adjustments made in time can
also save repairs in the future.
Before riding Things to check every time they ride
Tightening the stem height bolt
a
Tightening handlebar clamp bolt
b
Seat post maximum height adjustment mark
b
Maximum stem height marker
a
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