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INTENDED USE
All models are intended for Condition 4 (All Mountain) riding.
Condition 4 symbol shown in next figure.
For riding on
rough trails
with medium
obstacles
CONDITION 4
Condition 4 bikes are designed for riding Conditions 1, 2, and
3, plus rough technical areas, moderately sized obstacles, and
small jumps.
For trail and uphill riding. All-Mountain bicycles are: (1) more
heavy duty than cross country bikes, but less heavy duty than
Freeride bikes, (2) lighter and more nimble than Freeride
bikes,
(3) heavier and have more suspension travel than a cross
country bike, allowing them to be ridden in more difficult
terrain, over larger obstacles and moderate jumps, (4)
intermediate in suspension travel and use components that fit
the intermediate intended use, (5) cover a fairly wide range of
intended use, and within this range are models that are more
or less heavy duty. Talk to your retailer about your needs and
these models.
NOT INTENDED
For Hardcore Freeriding, Extreme Downhill, Dirt Jumping,
Slopestyle, or very aggressive or extreme riding .
TRADE OFF
All-Mountain bikes are more rugged than cross country
bikes, for riding more difficult terrain. All-Mountain bikes are
heavier and harder to ride uphill than cross country bikes.
All-Mountain bikes are lighter, more nimble and easier to
ride uphill than Freeride bikes. All-Mountain bikes are not
as rugged as Freeride bikes and must not be used for more
extreme riding and terrain.
MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT
RIDER
LUGGAGE *
TOTAL
lbs / kg
lbs / kg
lbs / kg
300 / 136
5 / 2.3
305 / 138
* Seat Bag Only
WARNING
UNDERSTAND YOUR BIKE AND ITS INTENDED USE.
USING YOUR BIKE THE WRONG WAY IS DANGEROUS.
Industry usage Conditions 1 - 5 are generalized and
evolving. Consult your Cannondale Dealer about how you
intend to use your bike.
Please read your Cannondale Bicycle Owner's Manual
for more information about Intended Use and
Conditions 1-5.
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MAXIMUM FORK LENGTH
Maximum Fork Length is an important frame safety testing
specification. You must observe the measurement when
installing headset parts, headset adapters, installing and
adjusting a fork, and selecting replacement forks. In this
manual, the number is also listed in the GEOMETRY/
SPECIFICATIONS.
HEADTUBE
HEADSET
PARTS or
ADAPTERS
MAXIMUM FORK LENGTH
HOW TO MEASURE: 1. Install headset and fork. 2. Extend
fork and measure the distance from the bottom of the head
tube to the center of the wheel axle. Do not measure from
the bottom of headset bearing cups or head tube adapters.
The measurement MUST be taken from the bottom of the
head tube!!
WARNING
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM FORK LENGTH
Exceeding the MAXIMUM FORK LENGTH limit can overload
the frame causing it to fail (break) while riding.
YOU CAN BE SEVERELY INJURED, PARALYZED OR KILLED
IN AN ACCIDENT IF YOU IGNORE THIS WARNING.
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TIRE SIZE
WARNING
OBSERVE THE "MAXIMUM TIRE WIDTH" FOR YOUR
BIKE FOUND IN THE GEOMETRY/ SPECIFICATIONS
SECTION OF THIS SUPPLEMENT.
Mounting the wrong size tires can result in the tires
hitting the fork or frame when riding. If this happens,
you can lose control of your bike and you can be thrown
off, a moving tire can be stopped because it touches the
fork or frame.
Do not mount oversized tires, ones that rub or hit the fork
or frame, ones that result in too little clearance, or ones
that can hit the fork or frame when the suspension is fully
compressed or when riding.
Take care that the tires you select are compatible with
your bike's fork or frame design. Also, be sure to follow the
manufacturer's recommendations of your front fork and
rear shocks.
When you are considering tires for your bike consider...
The actual measured size of a tire may be different than
its sidewall marking. Each time you mount a new tire,
take the time to inspect the actual clearance between the
rotating tire and all parts of the frame. The U.S. Consumer
Product Safety Commission (CPSC) requires at least
1/16" (1.6 mm) tire clearance from any part of the bike.
Allowing for lateral rim flex and a wheel or rim that is out-
of-true will likely mean choosing a rear tire that provides
even more clearance than the CPSC recommends.
ASK YOUR CANNONDALE DEALER FOR THE RIGHT
TIRES FOR YOUR BIKE AND ITS PARTICULAR
COMPONENTS!
YOU CAN BE SEVERELY INJURED, PARALYZED OR
KILLED IN AN ACCIDENT IF YOU IGNORE THIS
WARNING.
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