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Practice is required to learn to engage and disengage the foot safely. Until engaging and dis-
engaging the foot becomes a reflex action, the technique requires concentration which can dis-
tract your attention and cause you to lose control and fall. Practice engaging and disengaging
clipless pedals in a place where there are no obstacles, hazards or trac; and be sure to follow
the pedal manufacturer’s setup and service instructions. If you do not have the manufacturer’s
instructions, see your dealer or contact the manufacturer.
F. Bicycle Suspension
Many bicycles are equipped with suspension systems. There are many dierent types of sus-
pension systems — too many to deal with individually in this Manual. If your bicycle has a sus-
pension system of any kind, be sure to read and follow the suspension manufacturer’s setup
and service instructions. If you do not have the manufacturer’s instructions, see your dealer or
contact the manufacturer.
If your Silverback is a dual suspension bicycle, it has a very advanced multi-link suspension
design. Proper care and maintenance is critical to your safety and also to ensure long lasting
performance. All maintenance and repairs should be performed by your Authorized Silverback
dealer.
WARNING: Failure to maintain, check and properly adjust the suspension system
may result in suspension malfunction, which may cause you to lose control and fall.
If your bike has suspension, the increased speed you may develop also increases your risk of
injury. For example, when braking, the front of a suspended bike dips. You could lose control
and fall if you do not have experience with this system. Learn to handle your suspension system
safely. See also Section 4.C.
Setup & Maintenance
For proper set up and maintenance please consult the owner’s manual for the suspension fork
and/or rear shock that you received with your bicycle. If you did not receive the manual(s)
please contact the fork or shock manufacturer and they can send you one, or download one
from their website.
Inspection of Front and/or Rear Suspension
Before every ride ensure that the suspension fork and/or rear shock is operating properly.
After every 10 hours of use inspect the front fork to make sure there is no hydraulic oil leaking
from the fork and that it is operating properly. On the rear suspension, check shock mounting
bolts and pivot bolts for tightness. For other areas that should be checked, consult your owner’s
manual for your front fork and/or rear shock.
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