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Bicycle Owner's Manual
IMPORTANT: KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Even if you have ridden a bike for years, it is important for you and every
rider to read this manual before riding this bicycle.
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  • Page 1 ® Bicycle Owner’s Manual IMPORTANT: KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Even if you have ridden a bike for years, it is important for you and every rider to read this manual before riding this bicycle.
  • Page 2: Warnings

    If you do not fully understand if not avoided, could cause minor or how to operate the quick release moderate injury. levers, ask a bicycle dealer for assistance, or call Montague’s WARNING Customer Support Team at +1 617-491-7200. In this manual, the WARNING sign...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Warnings Section Two Table of Contents Assembling your Bicycle Section One Packing List Assembly Introduction Installing the Seatpost Installing the Pedals Record Your Serial Number Installing the handlebars Register Your Bicycle Owner’s Responsibility Installing the Front Fender Bicycle Type and Use Conditions Operating RackStand Parts of your Bicycle...
  • Page 4: Section One

    Fig. 1: The serial number are necessary to you and your Montague bicycle avoid is located on the underside make a warranty injury or damage. of your bike on the bottom claim.
  • Page 5: Owner's Responsibility

    If you have any questions about your All quick releases must be securely Montague after reading this manual, or fastened before riding any Montague encounter any problems when folding bicycle. The quick releases are pictured or unfolding your bike, please visit the on page 7 in Fig.
  • Page 6: Bicycle Type And Use Conditions

    Condition 2 bicycles typically feature use are not warranted by Montague flat handlebars and 700c or 26” wheels. Corporation. Montague Corporation These bicycles have “semi slick” tires...
  • Page 7: Parts Of Your Bicycle

    PARTS OF YOUR BICYCLE...
  • Page 8: Before Your First Ride

    Proper Maintenance and Riding Instructions on page 18 before Adjustments section beginning on page attempting to ride your Montague bicycle. 35. Montague bicycles are designed Check the steering as shown in Fig. 7, for a maximum total weight of rider plus page 13.
  • Page 9: Hot Spots, Moving Parts, Sharp Areas, And Pinch Points

    BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE CONTINUED steering unwieldy. On bicycles where this immediately and do not ride the bicycle. distance is short, when the handlebar If your bicycle behaves in an unusual is turned during very slow speeds your manner or makes excessive noise, take foot or toe-clip could overlap or touch the the bicycle to your dealer for service.
  • Page 10: Before Every Ride

    BEFORE EVERY RIDE WARNING This is not a comprehensive maintenance program. Montague recommends that you have your bicycle tuned and safety checked by a bicycle technician on a regular basis but no less than annually. If you notice any irregularities in your bike and/or its performance take it to a bicycle dealer before attempting to ride.
  • Page 11: Examine The Frame And Fork

    BEFORE EVERY RIDE CONTINUED is almost the same). Compare the WARNING sound. Anything unusual, especially a hollow sound, indicates a problem. A carbon fiber part that has damage can break suddenly, causing serious Protect from Extreme injury or death. Temperatures Carbon fiber can conceal damage from an impact or crash.
  • Page 12: Examine The Wheels

    BEFORE EVERY RIDE CONTINUED unsure whether or not to replace a part, each wheel and look at the rim when speak to your local dealer. it goes through the brake pads or the frame. If the rim wobbles up and down or from side to side, repair the wheel.
  • Page 13: Examine The Steering

    BEFORE EVERY RIDE CONTINUED Follow the inspection instructions for the to the handlebar, the brake is too loose. type of brake equipped on your bicycle: When brakes are not applied, the brake pads should be .25-.75mm away from • Hand-rim brake: a cable connects the disc.
  • Page 14: Saddle And Seatpost

    BEFORE EVERY RIDE CONTINUED Make sure that no cables are pulled or WARNING caught on the bicycle when you turn the handlebar. If the handlebar or stem is Without correct lights and reflectors, loose to turn, bring the bike to a local it will not be easy for you to see or for dealer for inspection.
  • Page 15: Riding Safely

    RIDING SAFELY The first rule in safe bicycle riding is • Give pedestrians the right of way. to use common sense. A bicycle is Do not ride too close to pedestrians vulnerable; it cannot protect you in a and alert them if you intend to pass crash, impact, or loss of control the from behind.
  • Page 16: Caution: Wet Weather Riding

    Brake power could • We do not recommend fitting a decrease. Adjust your speed. child-seat to any Montague bicycle. However, if one is fitted, care should Be Seen (Especially at Night) be taken to fit suitable coverings to prevent trapping of children’s fingers.
  • Page 17: Think Safety

    RIDING SAFELY CONTINUED Think Safety you drowsy. • Ride carefully when off-road, staying Think about safety when you ride. You on trails, and not riding over rocks, can prevent many bicycle accidents if branches, or depressions. you think about safety. For example: •...
  • Page 18: Riding Instructions

    RIDING INSTRUCTIONS Using Your Brakes rear brake (note: bicycles manufactured for the United Kingdom and some other Always ride with a safe distance countries switch these and the left brake between you and other vehicles or lever operates the rear brake and the objects.
  • Page 19: Descending

    RIDING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED Weight distribution For easiest pedaling (while going uphill), position the chain over the smallest chainring in front and the largest Keep your weight correctly in balance sprocket in back. For hardest pedaling between the wheels on a steep downhill (while going downhill or quickly), position by moving your weight rearward on the chain over the largest chainring in...
  • Page 20: Obstacles And Impacts

    RIDING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED Obstacles and Impacts Always look well down the road to help you anticipate upcoming obstacles. This distance will vary according to your speed, but remember that the closer you get to an obstacle, the less time you have to react to it.
  • Page 21: Assembling Your Bicycle

    ASSEMBLING YOUR MONTAGUE BICYCLE Assembly Your new bicycle was assembled and tuned in the factory and then partially Note: If you own a Montague bicycle disassembled for shipping. You may purchased prior to 2016, your bicycle have purchased the bicycle already may be assembled differently.
  • Page 22: Installing The Pedals

    ASSEMBLING YOUR MONTAGUE BICYCLE CONTINUED Installing the Pedals 3. When you are satisfied with the height of the seatpost, close the You will find a single pedal in your small seatpost quick release lever. The parts box. This pedal is stamped “R” for tightness of the lever is adjusted by Right.
  • Page 23: Installing The Handlebars

    (some have centerline marks), and replace screws (Fig. 13). Fig. 15: Set at comfortable angle. To complete the assembly of your Montague bicycle, continue with the instructions provided in the next sections, cables hidden Installing Front Fender, Operating Rack-...
  • Page 24: Installing The Front Fender

    INSTALLING FRONT FENDER To Install Front Fender 2. Position the Fender on the back side of the fork and reinstall the bolt so Bikes that come with RackStand also that it passes through the slotted include a matching front fender. This fender mount.
  • Page 25: Operating Rackstand

    OPERATING RACKSTAND™ Some bikes come with RackStand, a rear rack that, when rotated below the wheel, acts as a stand for the folded bike or a kickstand when unfolded. Switching between rack and stand is very easy. Convert from Stand to Rack: 1.
  • Page 26: Unfolding Your Bicycle

    UNFOLDING YOUR MONTAGUE BICYCLE Since your Montague relies on quick Boom Tube releases for folding and adjustment, it is crucial that you fully understand how to Upper Clamp operate the quick release levers. QR Lever WARNING Adjusting Nut Lower Clamp...
  • Page 27: Adjusting The Frame Quick Release

    Release below. (Fig. 26) stand how to operate the quick release levers, ask a bicycle dealer for assis- Adjusting the Frame Quick tance, or call Montague’s Customer Release Support Team at +1 617-491-7200. If the frame quick release becomes DO NOT RIDE YOUR BICYCLE...
  • Page 28: Front Fender

    UNFOLDING YOUR MONTAGUE BICYCLE CONTINUED Front Fender WARNING Some bike models come with a front fender. When unfolding it must be moved DO NOT change or swap wheels from the down position to the up position. between different bicycles. Your CLIX quick release wheel may not 1.
  • Page 29: Adjusting Your Clix Front Wheel Quick Release

    UNFOLDING YOUR MONTAGUE BICYCLE CONTINUED Hub axle Spring adjusting nut Wide throw quick release lever Locking Does not have Cam follower Standard Hub second spring Fig. 29: The CLIX® Wheel Release System. 3. For forks without the tire a few sharp angled dropouts downward strikes (Fig.
  • Page 30: Securing The Front Brake

    UNFOLDING YOUR MONTAGUE BICYCLE CONTINUED Consult the following information to properly install your brakes. 2. If there is too much resistance, turn the adjusting nut counter-clockwise Disc Brakes (Fig. 32): 1/4 turn and try to close again. Disc brakes should come from the factory pre-adjusted to the correct 3.
  • Page 31 UNFOLDING YOUR MONTAGUE BICYCLE CONTINUED pads in the caliper slot. If the pads are 2. With the other hand, squeeze the knocked out of place, the rotor may not end cap into the cable hook unit. go into the caliper slot. Reset the pads before attempting to install the wheel.
  • Page 32: Folding Your Bicycle

    FOLDING YOUR MONTAGUE BICYCLE Your Montague bike is designed for 8. If done correctly, the bike should quick folding and unfolding without the resemble Fig. 38 with the handlebars use of tools. The following steps should secured between the rear wheel and increase the rider’s safety and prevent...
  • Page 33: Installing Rackstand

    INSTALLING RACKSTAND™ If your Montague bike comes with a RackStand that is not installed, or you are replacing it, the following instructions can be used. To Install RackStand: 1. Remove the original rear wheel quick release by unscrewing the end nut.
  • Page 34 INSTALLING RACKSTAND™ CONTINUED After attaching RackStand to your bike, the rear fender may need to be adjusted. In the folded position, the weight of the bike rests on the “tail” of the fender. For the folded bike to rest at the correct angle, the position of the fender tail can be extended or shortened.
  • Page 35: Proper Maintenance And Adjustment

    Only replace the frame quick release and adjustments and repairs. the Octagon stem with a genuine part sourced from Montague. Do not switch WARNING your fork as your CLIX quick release wheel is not compatible with some forks.
  • Page 36: Stems

    PROPER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT CONTINUED WARNING 2. Twist the handlebar by rotating it forward or backward. Make sure it Incorrect or missing spacers can remains in the center of the stem cause damage to the steerer of the (Fig. 45 page 35). fork, possibly causing it to break.
  • Page 37 The Octagon® height adjustable stem allows you to raise and lower your Close handlebars without the use of any tools. This system is only on select Montague Adjustment models. To change the height of your handlebars with the Octagon® stem...
  • Page 38: Seat (Saddle) Adjustments

    PROPER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT CONTINUED Seat (Saddle) Adjustments 5. The lever is securely tightened when it leaves an imprint on the palm of WARNING your hand from pushing it closed. If you ride a saddle that is not adjusted 6. Once the lever is securely closed, correctly or one that does not correctly you should not feel any looseness or support your pelvic area, it can cause...
  • Page 39: Pedals

    PROPER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT CONTINUED direction. The left pedal is threaded in saddle-clamp bolt for your type of the opposite direction (Fig. 11, page 22). seatpost: Tighten pedals into the crankarms to 350-380 lb•in (40.2-42.9 N•m). • One bolt that uses a 13 or 14 mm open-end wrench: 180-220 lb•in The adjustment of pedal bearings (20.3-24.9 N•m)
  • Page 40: Control Cables

    PROPER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT CONTINUED Control Cables 2. Shift the chain to the outermost/ Examine all cables for kinks, rust, smallest rear sprocket by turning the broken strands, or frayed ends. Also right twist shifter all the way away examine the cable housing for loose from you, or moving the right shift wire strands, bent ends, cuts, and worn lever all the way towards you.
  • Page 41: Front Derailleur Adjustment

    PROPER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT CONTINUED Front Derailleur Adjustment 5. On the shift lever, fully turn clockwise the derailleur cable barrel-adjuster. 6. Put the cable in the groove found Cable near the derailleur-cable-clamp bolt, pull the cable tight, and tighten the Cable clamp clamp bolt to 44-60 lb•in (5.0-6.8 bolt...
  • Page 42: Internal Gear Systems / Belt Drive

    PROPER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT CONTINUED To adjust the middle-gear position with three chainrings 1. Move the chain to the largest front chainring and the smallest rear cog. 2. Turn the cable barrel-adjuster (on the shifter) to change the cable tension and align the inner cage of the Fig.
  • Page 43: Wheels

    PROPER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT CONTINUED To adjust the alignment of the brake- pads on a rim brake If there is contact between the brake pads and rotor after performing the 1. Decrease the tightness of the pad above steps bring your bike to your adjustment bolt or pad positioning local dealer for adjustment.
  • Page 44 As mentioned in the assembly section, Montague bicycles use three different 5. If you can lock the lever with little types of wheel attachment devices. or no resistance, the clamp-force is Carefully read the instructions for the not sufficient.
  • Page 45: Fitted Accessories

    PROPER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT CONTINUED Fitted Accessories (Racks and 2. Decrease the tightness of the Fenders) adjustment nut; turn it approximately three full turns. In addition to the parts already discussed in this chapter, your bicycle 3. Move wheel out of the fork or frame. might have accessories such as fenders, lights, racks, chain guard, or kickstand.
  • Page 46: Bearing Adjustments

    PROPER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT CONTINUED Stem WARNING Each year apply lubricant to the stem. Any modification can make your To apply lubricant to a direct-connect frame, fork, or part unsafe. Do not stem, adjustment of the headset sand, drill, file, remove redundant bearings is necessary.
  • Page 47 PROPER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT CONTINUED 2. Apply a thin layer of grease on the 4. Put the seatpost into the frame. threads. 5. Adjust the saddle to the correct 3. Install the pedals on the correct height and align it. Tighten the side;...
  • Page 48 PROPER MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT CONTINUED Suspension Forks adjuster do not show. • For a derailleur cable, put the shift-lever Each month, lubricate your suspension in the position with the least cable fork. Refer to the instructions on the CD, tension. • For a brake cable, hold or consult your dealer.
  • Page 49: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Many of the items scheduled on • Examine attachment of brakepads the maintenance list are described • Examine chain tension within this manual. Several items on • Examine wheel bearing adjustment this maintenance list require special • Examine rims and tires for wear tools and training to complete.
  • Page 50: Warranty

    Component specifications vary by country and are subject consequential damages. Some states to change without notice. All Montague bicycles are cov- ered under one or more patents or patents pending. CLIX do not allow the exclusion of incidental...
  • Page 52 Montague Corporation P.O. Box 398032 Cambridge, MA 02139 Phone # +1 617-491-7200 www.montaguebikes.com © 2017 Montague Corporation, Cambridge, MA, USA...

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