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TAZ ER MX ALLOY EXPE RT
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  • Page 1 TAZE R MX ALL OY PR O TAZ ER MX ALLOY EXPE RT MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INTENSE bicycle information identification PDF manual download QR codes How to use your Welcome to INTENSE Tazer MX TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Know your Tazer MX We are here to help. If you need any technical 46 Charging the battery assistance, please contact us:...
  • Page 3 A S I A - P A C I F I C C A N A D A E U R O P E From the early days of INTENSE, when founder Jeff Steber worked alone in his garage, to today with our crew of talented people working in our Temecula,...
  • Page 4 K N O W Y O U R T A Z E R M X A L L O Y COMPONENT BREAKDOWN Grips Rear brake Shifter Cassette Handlebars Rear derailleur Digital display panel Chain Stem Chainring Dropper post lever Crankset Brake lever Headset Power button...
  • Page 5: Set-Up Guide

    GO TO INTENSE.COM/PAGES/TECHVIDEOS WE ARE HERE TO HELP! If at any time you feel unsure about what you are doing then please contact us at INTENSE or seek the help of a professional mechanic at your local bike shop. INTENSE +1 951.307.9211...
  • Page 6 S T E P 1 REMOVE BIKE FROM BOX When you first open your bike box you will find a Quick Start Guide, accessory box (including a tool box, torque wrench and tubeless conversion kit) battery, battery charger and the bike itself. First, remove the wheels and put to one side (A).
  • Page 7: Charge The Battery

    USE YOUR KEY TO UNLOCK S T E P 2 THE BATTERY CHARGE BATTERY The battery is supplied in sleep mode. To wake it up you need to connect it to your battery charger. You can do this with the battery in your bike, but for simplicity while setting up your bike, we suggest removing the battery and placing it directly on charge.
  • Page 8: Install The Rear Derailleur

    S T E P 3 INSTALL REAR DERAILLEUR Remove the zip-tie from the main pivot bolt hole (A). Using a 5mm Allen key slowly begin to screw the rear derailleur into the derailleur hanger/frame until you have engaged the threads. It is important that you locate the ‘B Screw’...
  • Page 9: Connecting The Motor Mode Selector And Display Wires

    S T E P 5 CONNECTING THE MOTOR MODE SELECTOR AND DISPLAY WIRES Tazer MX Experts and Tazer MX Pro EU Version: Included in your accessory box is a special SHIMANO connector tool (the TL-EW300 tool). Use this tool to connect the wires to your handlebar display.
  • Page 10 S T E P 5 CONNECTING THE MOTOR MODE SELECTOR AND DISPLAY WIRES Tazer MX Pro US Version: Before connecting the mode selector wires, you will need to mount your display screen. Take the display stand and mount on handlebar by pulling apart the straps and sliding them over the handlebars.
  • Page 11: Install Rear Wheel

    S T E P 6 INSTALL REAR WHEEL Remove the rear brake pad spacer (usually yellow, red or orange plastic). At this stage be careful not to pull the rear brake lever until the wheel has been installed. Remove any packaging left on the rear wheel, including the large black plastic rotor guards (A).
  • Page 12 S T E P 6 INSTALL REAR WHEEL PRO BUILD: For your TRP equipped Tazer MX Pro build, you will need to pull the lower cage release button on the rear derailleur (A). Insert the rear wheel into the frame by first positioning the chain on the smallest cog on the cassette.
  • Page 13: Install Front Wheel

    S T E P 7 INSTALL FRONT WHEEL Just like the rear wheel, remove all packaging from the front wheel making sure the hub end caps are still in the correct place and that they haven’t been pulled off by accident. If they do come off, just press them back into position.
  • Page 14: Install Pedals

    (being careful not to trap anything in the chain or wheel). If you are having any issues with the gears, please check out our Tech Video series on the INTENSE website.
  • Page 15: Adjust Headset

    S T E P 1 0 ADJUST HEADSET & BARS You want to ensure that your headset moves easily with a very slight amount of resistance, but with no play. You will need to set your headset pre-load to 2-4Nm. If your headset feels a little loose then undo the stem clamping bolts slightly using a 4mm Allen key and then gently tighten the top cap bolt by a quarter...
  • Page 16: Check Tire Pressure

    S T E P 1 2 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The ideal tire pressure setting is determined by three factors: rider weight, type of terrain and the desired balance of comfort and traction. The pressures here are a suggested starting point and can typically range +/- 5psi.
  • Page 17: Install Battery

    S T E P 1 4 INSTALL BATTERY Once your battery is fully charged (see page 49) you need to reinstall it back into the bike. Install the battery by inserting the lower tab of the battery into the tab recess hole on the frame of the ALIGN THE TABS AND INSERT AT THE BOTTOM bike at an angle of approximately 45º...
  • Page 18 S T E P 1 5 FO RK : PR O Ö H LI NS R XF 3 8 / EXPER T DVO D IAMOND E3 FRONT SUSPENSION SUGGESTED STARTING POINTS FOR SETTING FORK SAG SET UP RIDER WEIGHT PRO BUILD ÖHLINS EXPERT BUILD DVO (lbs) (kgs)
  • Page 19 S T E P 1 6 S T E P 1 7 SETTING FORK SAG SETTING FORK REBOUND You now need to measure the ‘sag’ of the fork. Sag is The rebound setting on your fork is how quickly important as it allows the fork to work properly. With your suspension reacts to impacts and returns to the help of a friend sit on the bike in a normal riding its normal position after compression.
  • Page 20: Front Suspension Setup

    S T E P 1 7 C O N T I N U E D . . . HIGH AND LOW SPEED FRONT SUSPENSION SETUP COMPRESSION ADJUSTERS Different models of forks (and rear shocks) have different levels of adjustment that will enable you to fine tune your suspension.
  • Page 21: Rear Suspension Set-Up

    S T E P 1 8 S T E P 1 9 REAR SUSPENSION SET UP SETTING SHOCK SAG First check the spring rate-chart on this page to make sure that the spring fitted on Just as you did with your forks you now need to your Tazer MX is within range for your rider weight.
  • Page 22 HIGH AND LOW SPEED COMPRESSION ADJUSTERS As previously mentioned regarding your fork’s suspension settings, different models of rear shocks have different levels of adjustment that will enable you to fine tune your suspension. We recommend that you refer to each manufacturer’s website for full technical details and further info on the specific shock that you have on your bike.
  • Page 23: Intense Bicycle Identification

    IN THE DOWNTUBE AS THIS COULD RESULT IN SUBPAR PERFORMANCE, MAY LEAD TO BATTERY AND OR FRAME DAMAGE AND IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. PLEASE CONTACT THE INTENSE TECH CENTER IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE BATTERY MOUNTS.
  • Page 24: How To Use Your Tazer Mx

    BATTERY E8035 504Wh BATTERY BATTERY Alloy Expert will take between 3-5 hours to fully charge. For the Tazer MX Alloy Pro, with its 630 Wh ADAPTER SM-BTE80 ADAPTER SM-BTE80 battery, that time is 6 hours for a full charge. You can charge the battery in the frame or you can take it out to charge elsewhere.
  • Page 25: Turning On Your

    TURNING ON YOUR TAZER MX eBIKE The power ON/OFF button is located on the toptube, toward the front of your bike. It is easy to find and simple to use. Press and hold the power button until you hear an audible ‘beep’. The green LED lights on the Power ON/OFF button will come on at this stage, and the CHARGER LED LAMP computer display on your handlebars will be activated.
  • Page 26: Using The Power Modes

    BOOST USING THE BOOST Mode is a lot of fun, especially on long steep climbs and if you’re looking to minimize rider effort for POWER MODES a fantastic riding experience. BOOST will consume the battery the fastest. Your Tazer MX motor comes with three main assist TRAIL modes: BOOST, TRAIL and ECO, and a fourth TRAIL mode is the primary mode you will find yourself...
  • Page 27 CHANGING THROUGH THE MODES You only get assistance from the motor when you start In a safe area, away from traffic, go through the to pedal. The motor ‘kicks in’ almost immediately with a different modes as you pedal around, feeling the nice, smooth transition.
  • Page 28: The Display

    BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR The battery level indicator is located in the top left of the display screen. You can monitor the battery level as you ride. BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR ON DISPLAY UNIT *Tazer MX Expert and Tazer MX *Tazer MX Pro Pro EU display screen US display screen BATTERY LEVEL INDICATION...
  • Page 29: Shimano E-Tube App

    SHIMANO’S E-TUBE APP HOW TO ACCESS THE TWO PRE-SET Your Tazer MX comes with pre-set ‘profiles’, CUSTOM PROFILES which we believe to be the perfect level of power and assistance in each of the modes for this model of bike. The Tazer MX EXPERT (SHIMANO EP600 motor) comes with one With the power system on (and no weight on the bike), pre-set profile, and the Tazer MX PRO (SHIMANO...
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING BATTERY LED ERROR INDICATORS System errors and similar warnings are indicated by the battery LED through various lighting patterns. BATTERY ERROR INDICATOR LIGHTING PATTERN ERROR INDICATION TYPE INDICATION CONDITION RECOVERY Communication error with the bicycle Make sure that the cable is not loose or improperly connected. system.
  • Page 31 WARNING MESSAGE ON THE DISPLAY SCREEN. THIS DISAPPEARS ONCE THE ERROR IS FIXED. WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES ON THE CYCLE COMPUTER DISPLAY Warning and Error messages are displayed at the top in the middle of the computer display screen. These messages usually start with a ‘W’ and help you identify the problem.
  • Page 32: Maintenance

    CLEAN AND REGREASE INTERFACE WITH FRAME best to have your frame inspected by a qualified FRAME PIVOTS REMOVE PIVOT BOLTS, CHECK BEARINGS FOR INTENSE Tazer MX dealer. Any direct impact to the PITTING AND WEAR frame can cause serious structural damage. HEADSET DISASSEMBLE STEM, HEADSET AND FORK.
  • Page 33: Frame Features And Component Spec

    T A Z E R M X T A Z E R M X FRAME FEATURES COMPONENT SPEC • Rear Travel: 155mm/6.1” with Metric 185mm x 55mm stroke shock TAZER MX PRO • Front Wheel size: 29” x 2.60" Rear Wheel size: 27.5” x 2.80” FORK OHLINS RXF 38 M2, 29", 1.5 TAPERED STEERER, 170MM TRAVEL/6.7", •...
  • Page 34 MAXXIS MINION DHR II MAXX TERRA 3C EXO+ 29” X 2.60” FRONT / 27.5” X 2.80” REAR SEATPOST INTENSE RECON DROPPER POST - 125MM LENGTH (S/M) 150MM LENGTH (L/XL) SEATPOST INTENSE RECON DROPPER POST - 125MM LENGTH (S/M) 150MM LENGTH (L/XL)
  • Page 35: Geometry Charts

    These drawings, any and all specifications and data herein contained and the products manufactured in accordance with the said drawings, specifications and data are the exclusive property of Intense Cycles of Temecula, CA (USA), in accordance with the provisions of the National laws and International Conventions TEL: 1.951.296.9596...
  • Page 36 These drawings, any and all specifications and data herein contained and the products manufactured in accordance with the said drawings, specifications and data are the exclusive property of Intense Cycles of Temecula, CA (USA), in accordance with the provisions of the National laws and International Conventions TEL: 1.951.296.9596...
  • Page 37 Intense Cycles Temecula, CA 92590-3708 USA These drawings, any and all specifications and data herein contained and the products manufactured in accordance with the said drawings, specifications and data are the exclusive property of Intense Cycles of ITEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY.
  • Page 38 These drawings, any and all specifications and data herein contained and the products manufactured in accordance with the said drawings, specifications and data are the exclusive property of Intense Cycles of Temecula, CA (USA), in accordance with the provisions of the National laws and International Conventions TEL: 1.951.296.9596...
  • Page 39 500532 Clear Protector, Tazer Alloy RT UDH accordance with the said drawings, specifications and data are the exclusive property of Intense Cycles of Temecula, CA (USA), in accordance with the provisions of the National laws and International Conventions TEL: 1.951.296.9596 ANCED LENGTH DIMENSIONS (mm) for the protection of Intellectual Property.
  • Page 40: Parts Kits

    T A Z E R M X PARTS KITS DERAILLEUR HANGER KIT IT150141 Universal Derailleur Hanger Kit 130897 UDH Universal Derailleur Hanger 410070 Hanger Stop M4x8x10mm OD AXLE KIT REAR IT150098 Axle Kit Rear 148 x 12 Boost Tazer MX 130799 Axle Rear 148 X 12mm Boost Blk FRAME PROTECTION KIT...
  • Page 41 T A Z E R M X PARTS KITS CONTINUED... BEARING REBUILD KIT IT150021 Bearing Rebuild Kit Lower Tazer 430007 Bearing 7902-1ZS-MAX 430014 Bearing 3802 LLU Max 130754 Crush Tube CABLE GUIDE KIT IT150163 Cable Guide and Grommet Kit Tazer Alloy 130912 Cable Routing Guide Plate Tazer Alloy 12-174-000 130913...
  • Page 42 TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS 16 Nm / 140 in-lbs Achieving correct torque is vital to ensuring the proper performance and function of the Tazer MX frame. Failure to do so could result in suboptimal performance 6-8 Nm / 53-70 in-lbs of your frame as well as premature wear and tear of individual parts.
  • Page 43: Declaration Of

    TEL: 951-307-9211 Jeff Steber riding condition. CEO/Founder HEREBY CONFIRMS THE www.intensecycles.com FOLLOWING PRODUCTS Corey Hsu Product Name: INTENSE TAZER and Managing Director of Asia Operation Phone: TAZER MX e-Bike +1 (951) 307 9211 Year of Construction: 2022/2023 Thomas Harter Engineering Director...
  • Page 44 TA ZER M X A L L OY P RO TA ZER M X A L L OY E XP E RT MANUAL...

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