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- Page 1 Porsche Driver’s Selection Assembly instructions for the Porsche Bike RX, the Porsche Bike RS and the Porsche Bike...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Proper clothing Brake pads Quick releases or quick release axles Securely mounting the wheels and Derailleur Positioning the SR Suntour NCX D-Lo Fork Bike helmets Questions on assembly, adjustments and use 76 Wheels and tyres seat post Changing gears Negative spring travel Earphones Porsche Bikes contact and services Brakes Proper use Checking and adjusting the derailleur When riding Glasses Maintenance and service plan Pedals Legal requirements regulating Gear hubs Special ‘Lock Out’ function Additional information Recommended tightening torques... -
Page 5: Introduction
Dear customer, Because our bikes undergo continuous development, also observe the legal regulations of your country The following types of safety notes are used in this This owner’s manual complies with the following the shape, specification, configuration and engineering when using your bike off-road. We would also like owner’s manual. standards: Congratulations on your purchase of the new of your bike may not be as illustrated or described in to remind you to treat the environment with care and Porsche Driver’s Selection bike. It is a high-end product. this manual. Parts on the bike are sometimes optional only travel on paved paths and roads. – EN 14764, 14765, 14766, 14872 DANGER PLEASE NOTE or vary depending on legal requirements or on the – CPSC 16 CFR 1512 This owner’s manual provides information on the safe country in which the bike is sold. Should your bike be Your bike should only be used in accordance with Severe injury or death. Failure to observe safety There is a risk of damage to property. Failure to – AS/NZS 1927... - Page 6 In Detail: The Porsche Bike RX/RS Brake lever Shifter lever Brake calliper [ rear ] Brake disc [ rear ] Rear quick release Pedal crank Brake calliper [ front ] Brake disc [ front ] Bike RX suspension fork/Bike RS rigid fork Rear fork Rims Tyres Seat Seat post Seat quick release Stem Handlebars Headset Front wheel quick release Chain rings Derailleur Chain Rear derailleur Sprocket Pedals Inside bearing Seat tube Top tube Seat stay Chainstays Downpipe Steerer tube Dropouts...
- Page 7 In Detail: The Porsche Bike Brake lever Shifter lever Brake calliper [ rear ] Brake disc [ rear ] Pedal crank Brake calliper [ front ] Brake disc [ front ] Suspension fork Rear fork Rims Tyres Seat Seat post Seat quick release Stem Handlebars Headset Front wheel quick release Front pulley [ front ] Belt Pulley [ rear ] Pedals Gear hub Side/center kickstand Eccentric inside bearing Seat tube Top tube Seat stay Chainstays Downpipe Steerer tube Dropouts...
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Page 8: Important Notes On The Frame
Important notes on the frame Porsche Bike frames are hand made from high-end Avoid exposing the carbon components to extreme WARNING WARNING aluminium alloys or carbon and can handle loads heat such as sunlight inside a vehicle. Do not have typical for their intended use [ see ‘Proper use’, p. 27 ]. your frame or front forks repainted or powder coated Material fatigue of carbon components. Heavily Use of damaged carbon components. If carbon as this produces excessive temperatures, which may stressed carbon components such as the handlebars, frames, forks or other carbon components produce damage or destroy the components. stem and seat post are subject to material fatigue cracking sounds or if white cracks, indents, dents just like other components made of metal work or discoloration can be seen, they may no longer be WARNING materials. Replace the carbon components according used. Damaged carbon components can suddenly fail Damage to the frame due to excess stress, to the specifications in the maintenance and service and cause a crash. Immediately replace any damaged... -
Page 9: Every Time Before You Use Your Bike
Check to make sure the wheels are securely mounted PLEASE NOTE and that the seat cannot be twisted. For this reason, you should be absolutely sure to inspect your bike each time before using it. Wheels and tyres Check that the tyres and wheels are in good condi- shipped such that the left brake lever controls the Hydraulic disc brakes are very effective and it is easy Quick release tion. Check the tyre pressure with a pressure gauge. front wheel brake and the right the rear wheel brake. to overestimate how much pressure is needed to The air pressure may drop if the bike is not used for In countries with left-hand traffic, Porsche Bikes are activate them. For this reason, you should test their Please check the quick releases or quick release axle prolonged periods or as the result of transport. shipped such that the right brake lever controls the effectiveness on a level, non-slip track that is removed [ B ike RX ] on the front wheel axle, the rear wheel axle front bike brake and the left brake lever the rear wheel from road traffic. Please read the chapter ‘Brakes’ and on the seat post. Make sure that both wheels spin freely and check brake. Determine the location of the front and rear on p. 33 carefully. the wheels’ radial run-out. Wheel run-out may be wheel brake levers. attributed to defects in the tyres, the spokes or hub. -
Page 10: Pedals
Every time before you use your bike Pedals Handlebars, stem and suspension fork Seat height and position Biking on public roads Porsche Bikes are supplied with different pedal You have the option of adjusting the handlebars, the You have the option of adjusting your seat height and If you intend to use public roads, you must equip systems as standard. Either flat or click pedals are stem and the suspension fork to your needs. The seat position to your body size or your preferred your bike to comply with the legal requirements of used. chapters ‘Suspension fork’ on p. 55 and ‘Adjusting position over the bottom bracket. A detailed description your country. the handlebars and stem’ on p. 61 describe in detail is provided in the Chapter ‘Adjusting the seat height’ how to make a djustments. Read these chapters on p. 57. INFORMATION... - Page 11 Replace the rubber grips and plugs if they are damaged in snow or icy conditions. Avoid cycling in extreme or worn. If you find any signs of damage or wear, weather conditions. WARNING contact your Porsche Centre or the Porsche Bike Incorrect or incomplete setup of the bike. hotline. Incorrect or incomplete setup of the bike may result in serious accidents. Do not use the bike before working through each of the points listed in this chapter. Contact the Porsche Bike hotline with any questions WARNING or if you are unsure how to set up the bike. Safety precautions when riding at night or in the dark. If you are cycling with your lights on at night or in poor visibility conditions, ensure that your lights comply with the applicable regulations in your country.
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Page 12: What To Check After A Crash
What to check after a crash A crash may negatively affect the functioning of the Handlebars and front fork WARNING bike and result in damage. It is possible that your bike is rendered unusable. For this reason, please perform Check the handlebars and front fork for any damage Bent rear derailleur. Contact between the rear the following checks: and cracks. Check to make sure the handlebars and derailleur and the spokes poses a risk of crashing. front fork are not twisted against one another in the Do not use a bike with a bent rear derailleur. Contact assembly. To do so, hold the front tyre between your a bike specialist or the Porsche Bike hotline. Wheels and tyres knees and attempt to twist the handlebars. Please check your wheels. They must be firmly p ositioned in the wheel mounts by means of the quick Derailleur CAUTION releases/quick release axles or screwed connections and be centred in the front fork and rear fork. They Please check that your chain is located on the front Twisted front derailleur. A twisted front derailleur must revolve smoothly and without any runout. Check chain rings and rear cassette. A crash on the rear may cause the chain to slip off the chain wheel. -
Page 13: Further Steps
What to check after a crash Further important instructions for your Porsche Bike Further steps WARNING WARNING INFORMATION WARNING INFORMATION – M ake sure that your seat has not been bent by Bent parts. Do not bend bent parts back into their Defective parts. Parts damaged in an accident Porsche only recommends use of original Porsche Deficient technical condition. Deficient technical You can find the current version of the the crash. To do so, compare the seat alignment... -
Page 14: Handling The Quick Releases Or Quick Release Axles
Handling the quick releases or quick release axles Quick releases or quick release axles [ B ike RX ] on the WARNING CAUTION front and rear wheel and on the seat post allow you to mount and dismount wheels easily and adjust the seat Loose components. If quick releases or quick Hot brake disc. The brake disc may heat up when height to the height of the cyclist. You should check r elease axles are not secured properly, components the brake is applied. There is a burn risk. Avoid coming that the quick releases or quick release axles are firmly may become loose and cause you to crash. Check to into contact with the brake disc. Let the brake disc tightened before each trip and the wheels and seat make sure all quick releases or quick release axles cool off before using the wheel quick releases. post are firmly mounted on the bike. are secure and tighten them if necessary. When closed, the quick release exerts the clamping To close the quick release, move either both and/or force needed to fix the components in place using Securely mounting the wheels and seat post one lever to the locking position at the same time. -
Page 15: Proper Use
Handling the quick releases or quick release axles Proper use For this, open the quick release again and tighten Your Porsche bike has been developed to meet the This owner’s manual was compiled for the WARNING the nut more in a clockwise direction. Close the requirements of a mountain bike. If you intend to use Porsche Bike RX, the Porsche Bike RS and quick release and again check that it is securely your Porsche bike on the public roads, you should the Porsche Bike, but does not describe every Overloading the bike. Overloading the bike may positioned. ensure that is equipped to comply with the legal detail of your bike. Please consult the enclosed cause components crucial to safety to fracture or fail requirements of the country in which you intend to owner’s and assembly manuals from the [ e.g. frame, front fork, handlebars, stem, seat post, If the quick release closes stiffly, proceed as above, use the bike. component manufacturers, which are enclosed etc. ]. Do not in any case exceed the maximum but loosen the nut counterclockwise until the release with your bike and/or the owner’s manuals on permissible weight of 120 kg. The bike may only be is securely seated. Your bike is intended for travel on paved and unpaved the websites of the component manufacturers. -
Page 16: Legal Requirements Regulating The Use On Public Roads
Legal requirements regulating the use on public roads If you would like to use your bike on public roads, it Please also consider that the Porsche Bike RX and must be equipped in accordance with the valid legal Bike RS do not include spoke reflectors for France regulations of your country. Familiarise yourself with and Australia. If you would like to use your bike the valid regulations in your country before using your in these countries, we ask that you subsequently bike on a public road. mount spoke reflectors which comply with the local regulations of your country. Please note that bike lights are required in most coun- tries. In most cases, the lights are powered by a dynamo on the bike. Battery-powered lights are often not per- Mounting the reflectors mitted. Familiarise yourself with the valid regulations in your country. The Porsche bikes include reflector sets which comply with international regulations for reflectors [ e xcept Please also consider other requirements of your local spoke reflectors for the Porsche Bikes RX und RS for legislative body. Some regulations also require a bike Crankbrothers Cobalt wheels for France and Australia ]. bell or other signal. The required mounting materials are also included. Once the clamp is securely positioned on your The following table indicates which spoke reflectors Proceed as follows to mount the spoke reflectors on... -
Page 17: Notes On Safe Use On Public Roads
Legal requirements regulating the use on public roads Notes on safe use on public roads Country Position Number Reflector code As a cyclist, you are at a disadvantage on the road. Tips for using public roads – Y ou should turn on your bike lights when riding USA/Canada/UK/Japan Front [ handlebars ] RR-180-SLW Please be aware of this. A bike does not have any in adverse weather conditions and conditions with Rear [ seat post ] RR-180-SLR crumple zones. An accident may cause serious – C heck your bike is functioning properly and in a poor visibility. -
Page 18: Notes On Off-Road Cycling
Only ride on designated paths and roads. Protect the ling downhill. When possible, apply both brakes at the animal and plant world. Do not ride across pastures, same time. Practice braking on different surfaces in fields or waterways, nor directly through the forest. an area without traffic. Be aware of reduced braking Please familiarise yourself with the location of the WARNING Do not apply full brakes and do not leave any braking effectiveness in wet weather conditions and also that left and right brake lever for the front and rear wheel tracks. the grip on your tyres becomes less effective over time. brake. In countries with right-hand traffic, Porsche Reduced braking effectiveness. Debris such as Reduce your speed. Bikes are shipped such that the left brake lever wax, grease or oil on brake pads and discs reduces Adjust your speed to suit the terrain and your riding controls the front wheel brake and the right the rear the friction coefficient and braking effectiveness abilities. Hydraulic disc brakes are installed on the front and wheel brake. In countries with left-hand traffic, as a result. Make sure that the brakes are free of wax, rear wheel of your bike. Prolonged braking or continual Porsche Bikes are shipped such that the right brake grease and oil. Be aware of pedestrians and hikers. Reduce your chafing may cause the brakes on your front fork to lever controls the front bike brake and the left brake speed particularly in areas with reduced visibility and overheat. This may reduce the braking effectiveness or... -
Page 19: Checking Your Brakes
– T he brakes have not been completely broken in. they are installed securely and that the wheels are brakes are broken in. immediately contact a bike specialist or an authorised also secure. Porsche Centre. Do not ride your Porsche Bike if the – T he wheel may not be centred in the axle mounts brake components are leaking. of the frame and/or the front forks. Re-centre the Checking your brakes wheels. PLEASE NOTE The width of the brake lever can be adjusted to your – T he wheels may not be securely positioned in the Risk of damage to brake components due to WARNING hand size for improved ergonomics. You will find more... -
Page 20: Derailleur
Derailleur The components of your bike that convert pedalling Derailleur Changing gears WARNING power to propel the wheel forward are referred to as the derailleur. These parts include the inside bearing, With a derailleur, you should consider the diagonal Chain and chain ring. Trousers with wide legs may With Shimano derailleurs, the shift levers are mounted pedal crank, pedals, cassette, gearhub and chain position of the chain. Attempt to avoid combinations of catch in the chain or the chain ring and cause a crash. so that the lever for controlling the front derailleur and/or pulleys and belts. a small chain ring and small sprocket and/or large chain Wear trousers with tight-fitting legs or use leg bands is located on the right handlebar and the lever for ring and a large sprocket. This reduces the lifetime of or clips. controlling the rear derailleur is located on the left With the derailleur, you can adjust your gear ratio and your chain and/or the chain rings and sprocket. handlebar. thereby change the distance travelled by the wheel per crank revolution. With a derailleur, a small front For countries with right-hand traffic: Shift levers for WARNING chain wheel and a large rear sprocket correspond to the front derailleur is located on the left handlebar. an easy gear ratio that is ideal for uphill travel. A large Sudden loss of power and propulsion. Shifting Shift levers for the rear derailleur is located on the gear ratio is achieved with a large front chain wheel under a load may cause the chain to slip or fall off... -
Page 21: Checking And Adjusting The Derailleur
Please observe frame. Exercise utmost care when setting the limit damage the frame. When shifting, continue to pedal is adjusted by an experienced bicycle mechanic. the additional instructions of the shifter manufacturer. stops or have this done by a bike specialist. WARNING without applying excessive force. If you want to adjust your derailleur yourself, consult Set the front derailleur so that the chain is able to Contact the Porsche Bike hotline if you have ques- Failure to remain alert on public roads. Practicing the additional owner’s manuals of the derailleur manu- run through the derailleur cage without chafing on tions. shifting on public roads may distract one’s attention facturer. If in doubt, contact the Porsche Bike hotline. the lateral guide plates. Pay attention to the diagonal To set the limit stops for your gears, shift to the highest from traffic and potential risks, which may result in position of the chain [ chain line ]. gear, that is, the smallest rear sprocket, using the small PLEASE NOTE an accident or crash. Only practice shifting when on... -
Page 22: Gear Hubs
Derailleur INFORMATION Gear hubs Adjusting gear hubs WARNING Location of the limit stop screws to the inner and Improperly adjusted shifter. Incorrect shifting on outer stop position may differ with the shifter. For this The advantage of gear hubs lies in their enclosed Gear hubs must rarely be set or adjusted. Normally, public roads may distract one’s attention from traffic reason, please be absolutely sure to observe additional construction. In most cases, you can switch through settings are only made using two marks on the hub and potential risks, which may result in an accident or instructions of the shifter manufacturer. all gears with one shift operation. A thumb shift is and their position by means of an adjusting screw on crash. Check the settings of the shifter during a test used to change gears. By pushing the large shifter the shifter. drive away from road traffic. with your thumb, you will change to a higher gear. By pushing the small shifter with your index finger, WARNING INFORMATION you will change to a lower gear. To make adjustments to your front derailleur, use the Bent shifter components. After a crash, the shifter, Observe the owner’s manual of the gear hub adjusting screw on your shifter to set the free chain derailleur hanger or front derailleur may be bent. -
Page 23: Chain
Lubricants enter the environment when cycling. the belt tension. WARNING To protect the environment, only use biodegradable INFORMATION Crank play. Crank play may indicate damage to the lubricants. Make sure you use a base that collects any – P ull the belt off the front pulley. seats of the crankset. There is a risk of the crank arms dripping oil. Only use original Porsche spare parts when replacing fracturing. It may be necessary to tighten the crank the chain and select the right chain for your derailleur. – Y ou can now run the belt through the open seat arms. If tightening the crank arms does not resolve the stay. problem, contact a bike specialist or the Porsche Bike WARNING hotline. – T urn the crank so that it is parallel to the chain stay WARNING Reduced braking effectiveness. Lubricants on and pull the belt over the front pulley. - Page 24 Derailleur – R un the belt through the open seat stay and place PLEASE NOTE WARNING it on the back belt pulley. Risk of damage due to incorrect belt tension. Sudden loss of power and propulsion. If the belt – T hen engage the seat stay lock by applying If the belt tension is insufficient, the belt may tension is insufficient, the belt may slip over the pulley tightening torque of 2.7 Nm. slip over the pulley and be damaged. Excessive and be damaged. The loss of power and propulsion belt tension may damage the bearings causing may cause a crash. Have a bike specialist change and...
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Page 25: Wheels And Tyres
Sharp and pointy irregularities or obstacles pose cracked tyres. – T he Schrader valve or auto valve is adopted from WARNING an authorised Porsche Centre or the Porsche Bike a risk of damage to the tyre. Check the condition of automobiles and mainly used with mountain bikes. hotline. Overload due to incorrect tyre size. Using tyres the tyres on a regular basis. that do not correspond to the factory recommended – T he Dunlop valve or blitz valve is the classic valve If a tyre change is necessary, use original spare size may overload the frame and front fork. There... -
Page 26: Mounting The Wheels
The wheels are mounted in the frame and the front Loose wheels. A loose wheel may cause a crash or your flat tyre quickly in most cases. forks by means of the quick releases, quick release accident. Check whether the wheels are secure every Now check the belt tension. For more details, consult axles or nuts [ P orsche Bike rear wheel ] . time before using the bike. Chapter ‘Handling the quick releases or quick release chapter ‘Bike belt drive’ on p. 43. axles’ on p. 24 describes how to properly mount and The chapter ‘Handling the quick releases or quick remove wheels; if necessary, you should also observe To remove the rear wheel of the Porsche Bike RX/ release axles’ on p. 24 describes how to mount your the notes under ‘Mounting the wheels’ on p. 48. Porsche Bike RS with a derailleur, shift to the smallest wheels without tools. sprocket on the cassette. If your bike has a gear hub [Bike], you must first If your wheel needs to be mounted with nuts [ B ike ] , remove the gear cable in order to completely remove Pull the derailleur back in order to easily remove the then use the designated tool to do so [ o pen-end the wheel from the frame. wheel by pulling it down. wrench SW 15 ] . Tighten the nuts by applying 30–45 Nm. -
Page 27: Removing Tyres
Flat tyres INFORMATION Removing tyres CAUTION Please consult the instructions provided by the brake Hot brake components. The brake disc and brake manufacturer. To dismount tyres, deflate the tube by opening the calliper heat up when braking. Under these conditions, valve. Loosen the tyre by gradually pushing it away there is a burn risk if your skin comes in contact with from the rim side wall around the circumference. these components. Let the brake components cool off before you remove the wheel. You will need a tyre lever to remove a tyre. Lift the tyre over the rim edge with a tyre lever. With a second tyre lever, reach under the tyre and pull the entire tyre over the rim edge. PLEASE NOTE Risk of damage to the brakes when wheels are You can now remove, replace or repair the tube. removed. Do not in any case apply the brake lever. Mount the transport guard for the disc brake in the If you would like to replace your tyre, you can simply lift brake calliper. the second tyre side wall over the rim edge by hand. -
Page 28: Mounting The Wheel
Flat tyres Headset INFORMATION Check the position of the valve. It must be located The headset is a rotatable interface between the front within the wheel with its tip pointing to the hub. A valve forks in the steerer tube. During use, the headset is Only specialists should adjust the headset. which has been installed in a diagonal position could subjected to considerable forces and torques, which Special tools may be required in certain cases. tear off and result in sudden loss of pressure. may loosen the bearing. Have the headset adjusted by a bike specialist. Before the tube is fully inflated, you should probe the entire circumference of the tube with both hands WARNING WARNING to ensure that it is properly positioned in the tyre. Loose headset. A loose headset may increase Loose stem. A loose stem may cause a crash. Once you have checked the position of the valve and stress on the bearing and the front fork, which Check to make sure the stem is securely positioned the tube in the tyre, you can inflate the tyre to the air may result in a fracture. Check the headset play... -
Page 29: Adjusting Ahead-Set Headsets
Headset Suspension fork Adjusting Ahead-set headsets Your Porsche Bike RX and Porsche Bike is fitted with Positioning the SR Suntour NCX D-Lo Fork PLEASE NOTE a suspension fork to provide you with the greatest All Porsche Bikes feature an Ahead-set headset. With Risk of damage to the headset bearing if set too possible comfort and safety on different surface condi- You can adjust the suspension stiffness by regulating Ahead-set headsets, the stem rests on the fork shaft tight. Carefully adjust the headset play in quarter tions. Impact on the wrist joints caused by uneven the spring pre-load. To do so, turn the cap on the and is clamped onto it. The stem clamp secures the revolutions. Do not in any case excessively tighten the surfaces is reduced significantly and your bike is left-hand fork leg; the overall adjustment range com- headset setting. -
Page 30: Special 'Lock Out' Function
Suspension fork Adjusting the bike to the user INFORMATION Riding When you purchased the bike, you already decided When adjusting screw connections, please be sure Suspension fork manufacturers provide com- on a frame size that suits you. to never exceed the designated tightening torques! Find suitable terrain to check the suspension fork set- prehensive operating instructions, which give For the tightening torques, consult the chapter ting. In doing so, ensure that you try out the complete full details on setting options. Read these ‘Recommended tightening torques’ on p. 80 and/or INFORMATION suspension travel range for the fork. The fork should operating instructions carefully before making any the instructions of the part manufacturers and/or on only use its full travel for extreme impacts. adjustments. With small frame sizes, make sure that there is no risk their website. - Page 31 Adjusting the bike to the user INFORMATION Once you have determined the correct height of Check whether you are still able to safely reach The minimum insertion depth of the seat post your seat post, straighten the seat by inspecting the ground from the seat. If this is not the case, is indicated either on the seat post or the frame. it in relation to the top tube. you should at least set the seat lower until you feel If the frame and seat post indicate different comfortable with your bike. insertion depths, use the larger of the two.
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Page 32: Adjusting The Handlebars And Stem
WARNING Now tighten the seat clamping screws again with a torque wrench. The seat should not turn in the Changes to the handlebars and stem. The handle- process. Check to make sure that the seat is secure bars and stem are components which are essential for Stem by attempting to pull it up and down. bike safety. Modifying them may endanger the safety of the bike. Consult a bike specialist if you are not You can adjust the height of the stem with the spacer sure how to set them correctly. Only use original spare rings between the headset and stem. parts approved by Porsche. Make sure that the stem handlebar combination has been approved by the To change the stem height, you must first loosen the respective manufacturers. stem clamping screw. Unscrew the M5 Allen screw from the headset cap and remove it. You can now take the stem off the fork shaft. Remove the spacer rings under the stem to lower the position of the stem. WARNING Please note that at least one spacer ring must be Loose screwed connections. Screwed connections located between the stem and headset. You can also on the handlebars and stem which have not been adjust the height of the headset by turning it. tightened properly may become loose when cycling and cause a crash or accidents. Please consult the chapter ‘Recommended tightening torques ’... -
Page 33: Handlebars
Adjusting the bike to the user Install the stem by placing it on the fork shaft. Place Handlebars WARNING the spacer rings you removed over the stem onto the fork shaft. Loose screwed connections. Screwed connections You have the option of adjusting the incline of your on the stem may become loose when cycling and handlebars to suit your gripping position. To do so, This is absolutely necessary in order to properly adjust cause a crash or accidents. Please consult the chapter loosen the handlebar clamping screw [ M4 Allen key/ the headset play without having to shorten the fork ‘Recommended tightening torques’ on p. 80 or the Torx T25 ]. shaft. instructions of the component manufacturers and/or their website. You can now turn the handlebars in the stem and align Screw the headset cap back in and proceed as it to suit your needs. Position it so that your wrists are described in the chapter ‘Adjusting Ahead-set headsets’ relaxed and are not twisted too far to the outside. INFORMATION on p. 54. Have adjustments to the stem performed by a bike Once you have found the right gripping position, specialist. tighten the handlebar clamping screw by applying the specified tightening torque. Make sure that the han- WARNING dlebars are centred in the stem clamp. Attempt to turn Brake and shifter grips reach, make sure there is adequate space for applying... -
Page 34: Transporting Gear/Children
Cycling with a load. Overloading your bike may Use of child seats and child bike trailers. influences and dirt. Make sure dirt does not end up Transporting the bike in the vehicle boot without Vehicle load limit, lights and license number. elements, including gear. Do not exceed this fracture components relevant to safety or cause them Porsche Bikes are not approved for mounting child in the boot [ trunk ] of your car. If necessary, place securing it. Braking, changing direction or an A load extending above the vehicle and blocking of weight when transporting gear. to fail. The handling changes when the bike is loaded seats or for cycling with child bike trailers. Do not use something under the bike. You can also use an interior... -
Page 35: Transporting The Bike By Air
Transporting the bike by car Transporting the bike by air INFORMATION When purchasing a bike rack, make sure it complies When transporting your bike on a flight, you should WARNING with the legal and safety requirements of the country pack your bike in a special bike case or box. Take along any necessary tools and this owner’s in which it will be used. Air in the brakes. Transporting a bike with hydraulic Bike bags often do not adequately protect your bike. manual for proper assembly of the bike at your disc brakes upside down may cause air to enter the destination. Read the owner’s manual for your bike rack and comply brakes, which may cause them to fail. Do not transport Use special wheel bags for your bike wheels to with the permissible loading capacities and prescribed bikes with hydraulic disc brakes upside down. guarantee protection. maximum speed. PLEASE NOTE Risk of damage to the bike [ brake, rear fork PLEASE NOTE INFORMATION and front fork ] when transporting wheels in a... -
Page 36: Proper Clothing
Proper clothing Inspections INFORMATION Bike helmets Earphones Wear noticeable colours to make sure you are The initial inspection of your bike is due after the WARNING highly visible on roads. You can also use clothing first 5–15 hours of use or 100–300 kilometres/ Only use approved original Porsche spare parts We strongly recommend the use of a bike helmet even Do not use earphones when cycling; otherwise with reflective strips. 60–185 miles, as the cables, for example, may Improper inspections and repairs. Many inspec- when replacing brake components. Contact the if this is not prescribed by law in your country. When you may fail to recognise warning noises and may be have elongated during this time, which may affect tions and repairs should be performed by specialists Porsche Bike hotline for more information on Porsche buying a bike helmet, have your bike specialist advise distracted from road traffic. You could cause an acci- Wear sports shoes with adequate pedal grip shifting accuracy. and require special tools and expertise. Improper original spare parts. Consult the ‘Maintenance and you and make sure that the helmet fits firmly, but dent as a result, which could endanger you and other when cycling. maintenance and adjustments may cause bike service plan’ on p. 78. comfortably. -
Page 37: Care Instructions
Read the instructions printed on the agents. INFORMATION PLEASE NOTE When cleaning, look for damaged parts and immedi- not apply any care products or chain oil to the brake ately replace them. If in doubt, contact the Porsche pads and brake discs. Even with optimal care, a rust film may result. Improper cleaning poses a risk of damage Bike hotline. This is not an indication of inferior quality. A rust film Additional care instructions for carbon to the bike. Cleaning the bike with a pressure can generally be removed by cleaning the components. washer or steam blaster may cause water Maintain the bike with commercially-available Use car wax to polish the surface. You should... -
Page 38: Theft Protection
Theft protection Storing your bike Your Porsche Bike is equipped with a theft protection No special steps are necessary if you use your PLEASE NOTE system from CODE-No.com. The company offers free bike regularly and care for it properly and it is not address registration at www.CODE-No.com for left unused for prolonged periods. You only need If you do not use your bike for a longer period, use clearly identifying a bike’s owner. A label with a to ensure that your bike is kept in a well ventilated, this time to have a full check-up performed by a bike unique product code adhered to the paint is located dry area. specialist. on your bike’s downpipe next to the bottom bracket. If you want to store your bike for a prolonged period of time, please consider that your tyres will gradually deflate. To prevent damage to your tyres, you should hang your bike on a bike rack or check the tyre pres- sure regularly. Make sure your bike is clean when storing it. Protect parts mounted on your bike from corrosion. For example you can remove the seat tube from the If your bike is stolen, you can mark it as stolen in your frame to allow moisture in the frame to dry up. Shift account on www.CODE-No.com. Resale is virtually the front derailleur to the smallest chain ring and the impossible as anyone is able to access the status of a rear derailleur to the smallest sprocket. This relieves bike on a computer or phone with internet access using the shifting components and chains. the QR code application. -
Page 39: Warranty Terms
Settlement of warranty claims If the warrantor delivers a new bike on the basis 1. i mproper handling, overloading of the bike or use Furthermore, no warranty obligations exist if the frame warrantor may, at its sole discretion, choose to correct of a warranty claim, it may demand the return of the of the bike in athletic competitions; or number of the bike is modified, removed or rendered As the manufacturer of the bike, the defect [ subsequent performance ] or replace the Warranty claims may only be asserted at the defective bike and payment of appropriate compensa- illegible. ADP Engineering GmbH bike. In the event of subsequent performance, the premises of the authorised Porsche Centre who tion for the use of the returned bike as prescribed 2. t he bike undergoing improper repairs, improper Waldstraße 23/B10 warrantor may, at its sole discretion, choose to repair sold the bike to the customer. by the regulations of the Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch maintenance or improper care performed by the If the warrantor cites the exclusion of warranty claims, 63128 Dietzenbach or replace the defective part. [ G erman Civil Code ] governing rescission pursuant warranty holder or a third party which is not an the warranty holder shall carry the burden of proof Germany The original invoice and/or original receipt must be to §§ 346-348 BGB. The return of the defective... -
Page 40: Warranty, Wear, Brake Pads
Warranty, wear, brake pads Porsche Bikes contact and services Warranty Wear Brake pads You can find additional information on after-sales service and the contact information for the Porsche Bike The legal warranty of the bike seller for material Based on their function, some parts of your bike are Due to their function, the disc brake pads are subject to hotline on the internet at: www.porsche.com/bike defects must be differentiated from the above subject to wear. Normal wear is not covered by the wear. Athletic use or trips on mountainous terrain may manufacturer’s warranty. current warranty nor does it qualify legally as a material reduce the replacement intervals for the pads. Check defect. The amount of wear depends on the care the pad condition on a regular basis and if necessary, and maintenance of the bike and the way it is used have them replaced at a specialised workshop. [ handling while cycling, exposure to rain, dirt, salt, Using a worn part is dangerous and may result in etc. ]. Bikes which are often left outside might also be accidents. Using a worn part may also cause damage subject to additional weather-related wear. One exam- to other parts of the bike. ple of this is sea air, which has a high salt content. Wearable parts require regular maintenance and care; Questions on assembly, adjustments and use however, depending on the intensity and terms of use, they will eventually reach the end of their lifecycle. -
Page 41: Maintenance And Service Plan
WARNING Tyres Check air pressure Tyres Check profile height and side walls Inspections and repairs which are not performed You can find the current version of the operating Brakes Stationary check of brakes properly. The tasks described in the service and instructions for your bike at www.porsche.com/bike Brakes Clean the pads and discs maintenance schedule may require professional expertise and special tools. Have work requiring a Brakes Check for wearing of the brake pads Brakes Change the brake fluid [ DOT fluids ] bike specialist performed by the same. If in doubt, contact the Porsche Bike hotline. Never perform work... -
Page 42: Recommended Tightening Torques
Recommended tightening torques Porsche Bike RX Porsche Bike RS Component Manufacturer Description Tightening torque Component Manufacturer Description Tightening torque Frame Inlays dropouts 2 – 3 Nm Frame Inlays dropouts 2 – 3 Nm Bottle holder 2 – 3 Nm Bottle holder 2 – 3 Nm Cable hanger clamps, down tube 2 – 3 Nm Cable hanger clamps, down tube 2 – 3 Nm Rear derailleur Shimano XTR-RD-M780 Fastening screw 8 – 1 0 Nm Rear derailleur... -
Page 43: Screw Tightening Torques [ General ]
Recommended tightening torques Screw tightening torques [ general ]* Porsche Bike Component Manufacturer Description Tightening torque Threading Allen key Torx Tightening torque Frame Inlays dropout 2 – 3 Nm [ N m ] Bottle holder 2 – 3 Nm Cable hanger clamps, down tube 2 – 3 Nm Seat stay opening 4 – 6 Nm Alfine SG-S501 Axle nut 30 – 45 Nm Crank FC-S500 Adjusting screw left crank arm 0,7 – 1 ,5 Nm... -
Page 44: Component Manufacturer Websites
Component manufacturer websites http://bike.shimano.com http://www.crankbrothers.com http://www.magura.com http://www.ergon-bike.com http://www.carbondrivesystems.com http://www.fizik.it http://www.schwalbe.com http://www.cateye.com/de http://www.CODE-No.com... - Page 45 Porsche, Porsche Design, the Porsche Crest, 911, Carrera, Targa, Boxster, Cayenne, Cayman, Panamera, Spyder and Speedster are registered trademarks of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. Porsche reserves the right to alter specifications and other product information without prior notice.
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