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Cannondale TANDEM Owner's Manual Supplement

Cannondale TANDEM Owner's Manual Supplement

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  • Page 2: About This Supplement

    If you need a manual or supplement, or have a MAIntenAnCe ...........16 question about your bike, please contact your Cannondale Dealer immediately, or call us at one of the telephone numbers listed on the inside cover of this supplement. Your Cannondale Dealer You can download Adobe Acrobat PDF versions of any Cannondale Owner’s Manuals or Supplements...

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    One of the reasons it is much WARNING stronger is that braking a tandem subjects the frame and fork to tremendous stresses. Ordinary forks can TANDEMS ARE BIGGER, HEAVIER, AND LESS buckle or fold under tandem braking conditions.
  • Page 4 130594 Checking the stoker Handlebar system “MINIMUM INSERT” mark SADDLE CLAMP BOLT See post. STEM SEATPOST CLAMP BOLTS 8 Nm, 71 In Lbs CAPTAIN’S SEATPOST HANDLEBAR CLAMP BOLTS SEAT BINDER BOLT EXTENSION BOLTS 6 - 8 Nm 8 Nm, 71 In Lbs STOKER HANDLEBAR STEM 6 Nm, 53 In Lbs...

  • Page 5: Tandem Riding

    Also, be aware that tandems attract attention. People will stare, wave, shout. Passing cars, temporarily distracted, will often swerve in or out. The presence of a tandem can make people act differently on the road. A bell or airhorn can be very handy in traffic.
  • Page 6 : the Best seat in the House The back seat on a tandem is the fun seat. You have this person in front of you who’s giving all his/her attention to making you feel comfortable. The view is terrific out to the sides, just like on a train ride. The view to the front may be a bit bland, but the captain’s jersey pockets are a great place to put your fruit bars,...
  • Page 7 This document is meant to offer hints and suggestions but only scratches the surface of tandem setup. The best configuration for any pair of cyclists on a tandem will be the result of experimentation. You should investigate the pros and cons of any setup decisions by first consulting with people or publications which are knowledgeable about tandem bicycles.
  • Page 8 GOOD COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE CAPTAIN AND STOKER INCREASES THE SAFETY AND ENJOYMENT OF THE RIDE. MIS-COMMUNCIATION OR POOR COORDINATION INCREASES THE CHANCE OF BEING INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. NEW TANDEM RIDERS: Before riding on a more challenging course, choose an open area free of hazards to practice and develop good Tandem communication skills.

  • Page 9: Riding At Night

    Tandem riding is more mentally demanding than single riding. A tandem at night adds up to too much demand, and too small a margin for error. A tandem is a pleasure vehicle, so use it during day—the most pleasant time to ride.

  • Page 10: Technical Information

    130594 teCHnICAL InFoRMAtIon Geometry ROAD 700C MOUNTAIN 29R SIZES (IN/CM) 73.0° 73.0 Seat Tube Angle 73.0° 73.0 Head Tube Angle 71.0° 72.5 22.5/57.1 23.0/58.5 23.6/60.0 24.6/62.5 23.2/59.0 24.4/62.0 Horizontal Top Tube Length 28.5/72.5 H 29.1/73.8 28.5/72.5 29.1/73.8 18.0/45.7 19.0/48.3 21.0/53.3 22.0/55.9 18.5/47.0 20.0/50.8 Measured Size...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    Front Derailleur 34.9mm Dropout Spacing Front 100 mm, Rear 145 mm Rear Brake 74mm POST MOUNT Please read your Cannondale Bicycle Owner’s Manual for more WARNING information on the following specifications: ASTM CONDTION 1, ASTM CONDTION 2, Intended Use High-Performance Road...
  • Page 12 130594 Rear Derailleur Hanger KF051/ 5.0 Nm, 44 InLbs Loctite™ 242 Rear BB Parts KF086/ Rear Brake Housing Guide KB6180/ QC616/ circlip groove KP320/ Front Derailleur Rear Brake (not used) Housing Guide Rear Derailleur KF086/...
  • Page 13 Bottom Bracket eccentric Your tandem’s has either, a standard 68mm English threaded BB eccentric, or a BB30 Eccentric assembly (shown next page) depending on the model. Both eccentric types are available from Cannondale. See Replacement Parts. The purpose of an eccentric is to enable rotation of the crankset within the shell for the adjustment of the timing chain, the chain that connect the front BB with the rear BB.
  • Page 14 130594 eccentric Maintenance Annually, as part of your regular maintenance schedule, the crankset should be removed from the eccentric and the eccentric assembly removed from the frame. At this time, the eccentric should be disassembled, cleaned and re-greased. The inside the frame BB shell should be cleaned and re-greased as well.
  • Page 15 1. CLeAn AnD LUBRICAte tHe tIMInG CHAIn. Cleaning and lubricating the chain will give result in the best measurement. Ask your Cannondale Dealer about chain care and available products (tools, cleaners, lubricants). 2. MeAsURe tHe tensIon - On the upper length of the chain in the middle of the front and rear timing chainrings, move the chain up and down.
  • Page 16 130594 TIMING CHAIN FRONT INCREASE TENSION TIMING CHAINRING ALLEN KEY HOLES WEDGE DECREASE TENSION FIXING BOLT Loctite 242 (blue) 13 Nm, 115 In Lbs Correct place to inspect tension is at the midpoint between the front and rear timing chainrings. Figure 5.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    The following table lists only supplemental maintenance items. Please consult your Cannondale Bicycle Owner’s Manual for more information on basic bike maintenance. Consult with your Cannondale Dealer to create a complete maintenance program for your riding style, components, and conditions of use. Follow the maintenance recommendations given by the component manufacturers for the various non-Cannondale parts of your bike.
  • Page 18 n e r ’s m a n u a a le b ic y c le o w o u r c a n n o n d r e f e r e n c e . le m e n t a n d y t h f o r f u t u r e a d t h is s u p p t io n .

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