Dual Suspension - Dynacraft MOUNTAIN BIKE Owner's Manual

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9. DUAL SUSPENSION

Dual suspension bikes are equipped with a front fork as well as a rear
suspension generally located below the seat (see Figure 38). The rear
suspension unit is a combination of a piston that works in conjunction
with a spring to allow the rear swing arm to rotate on a pivot point. Ensure
all attaching hardware is secured and there is no lateral movement of the
rear triangle (see Figure 39). The amount of Rear Suspension travel can
be adjusted by turning the adjusting plate. Clockwise will increase spring
tension and decrease travel, while turning counterclockwise will decrease
spring tension and increase travel. There are many different types of
suspension systems, too many to deal with individually in this manual.
WARNING:
There must be enough tension on the spring to hold the
spring plate in place. Failure to do this may cause the mechanism to fail. Failure to
maintain, check and properly adjust the suspension system may result in
suspension malfunction, which can cause you to lose control and fall. Changing
suspension adjustment can change the handling and braking characteristics of
your bicycle. Always check for changes in the performance of your bicycle by
taking a careful test ride in a hazard free area. If your bike has suspension
equipment, the increased speed you may develop also increases your risk. When
braking, the front of a suspended bike dips. You could lose control and fall if your
skill is not up to handling this system. Get to know how to handle your suspension
system safely before trying any downhill or very fast biking.
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Rear
Suspension
Figure 38
Anchor
Bolt
Spring
Spring Plate
Anchor Bolt
Figure 39
Front
Fork
Adjusting
Plate
Piston