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  • Page 1 WNER'S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 13. Brake Lever 06. Seat Post 14. Fork 07. Saddle 15. Brakes 08. Bolts for Bottle Cage NOTE: This manual is meant to act as a guide only. Dahon recommends that your bicycle is regularly serviced by a qualified bicycle mechanic.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1. Shifting Internal Hub Gears ............... 2. What Gear Should I Be In ....................E. Chains ....................F. Pedals ............... G. Transporting Your Bike Section 5. Service ..................................Service Intervals ................1. Break-in Period ............. 2. After Every Long Hard Ride ....

  • Page 4: Section 1. First

    Correct saddle and handlebar stems should be clamped tight to prevent them from moving out of alignment. • Handlebar Ends (if applicable) - If your bike is equipped with handlebar ends, it is recommended to check that the grips are secure and in good condition. A properly fitted handlebar end should not exhibit excessive movement.

  • Page 5: Section 2. Safety

    • Rules that govern the right-of-way for • Before you ride your bike, always check to make motorists apply to cyclists. A bicyclist sure everything is working and correctly aligned.

  • Page 6: Night Riding

    Night Riding Cyclists should exercise extra caution when • Purchase and install a battery or self power- riding at night. Bicyclists are very difficult for generating head and tail light. Seek advice for motorists and pedestriansto see in the dark local requirements regarding visibility for head and in many cases, night riding can be more and tail lights.

  • Page 7: Section 3. Fit

    Ask your dealer to set the saddle for your legs and attempting to twist the handlebar/stem the best possible outcome while riding.

  • Page 8: Section 4. Tech

    Swing the A secure clamping process of the front and lever toward the front of the bike. To be sure, rear wheels should take considerable force. the lever should be parallel to the frame’s chain When securing the tension of the rear wheels, stay (seat stay) and curved toward the wheel.

  • Page 9: Brakes: Rim Brakes & Disc Brakes

    See the Brakes are designed to stop or control the manufacturer’s instructions for operation and speed of your bike. The maximum braking care for your brakes or call your dealer. force on each wheel will occur right before the wheel “locks up”...

  • Page 10: Shifting Gears

    Moving the chain (an upshift). Two adjustment screws are away from the centerline of the bike is for located on the front derailleur. The first one speed, and is called an upshift.

  • Page 11: What Gear Should I Be In

    WARNING: How an Internal Gear Hub Never shift the derailleur onto the largest Drive Train Works or the smallest sprocket if the derailleur is not shifting smoothly. If a derailleur is out of alignment or not working properly, If your bicycle has an internal gear hub check to see if the chain is jammed.

  • Page 12: Chains

    If chain is too worn, bike shops sell excellent chain wear indicators. The rear wheel undergoes more chain rotation than the front, therefore...

  • Page 13: Transporting Your Bike

    It is perfect to carry your bike on any public compartment, feel confident in knowing that conveyance or in a car (the carry bag is not your bike is ready! approved for airline check in).

  • Page 14: Section 5. Service

    If everything seems fine to you, help minimize the chances of an accident it is still always best to take your bike back to the and possible injury, it is critical that you dealer for a check-up. Typically, dealers suggest have any repairs or maintenance performed you bring the bike in for a 30-day check-up.
  • Page 15 While individual parts from your local authorized Dahon components may be covered by a warranty for dealer. Check the frame, specifically in a specified period of time by the manufacturer, the area surrounding all of the tube joints;...

  • Page 16: Section 6. Warranty

    Dahon dealer. It is only valid contact information for your specific region within the country the bicycle was purchased. and one of our associates will be happy to The warranty does not cover: assist you.

  • Page 17: Section 7. Torque Values

    Torque Values Handlebar, Headset, Saddle, and Seat Post Component in•lbs Newton Meters (Nm) kgf•cm Dahon large hex key 52~87 6.8~11.3 60~100 headset screw (10mm) Dahon handlepost 11.3 clamp screw (6mm) Stem steer tube binder bolts; 115~145 13~16.4 132~167 threadless headset...
  • Page 18 Brake-Rim and Disc and Brake Lever Component in•lbs Newton Meters (Nm) kgf•cm 53~60 6~6.8 Brake lever - MTB type 61~69 Brake lever - drop bar type 55~80 6.2~9 63~92 (including STI & ERO types) 18~35 Disc rotor to hub (M5 bolts) 21~40 Disc rotor to hub 39.5...
  • Page 19 Front and Rear Hubs; QR and Nutted Axles Component in•lbs Newton Meters (Nm) kgf•cm 305~434 34.5~49 Freehub body 35~499 Cassette sprocket lockring; 260~434 29.4~49 299~499 disc brake lockring 20.3 Front axle nuts Rear axle nuts to frame 260~390 29.4~44.1 299~449 (non-quick release type wheels) Handlebar, Headset, Saddle, and Seat Post Component...
  • Page 20 OWNER' S MANUAL Headquarters Dahon Technologies, Ltd. Dahon Europe Dahon North America INC. Dahon Bldg, Furong 6th No.1 P.O. Box 17, 833 Meridian Street Rd., Shajing Goliamokonarsko Shosse Str. Duarte CA 91010 Shenzhen, 518125, P.R.C Tsaratsovo Village, 4027, Bulgaria +1 800 442 3511...

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