CONTENTS Component Front suspension breakdown setup Your INTENSE Toolkit Geometry charts Setup guide Parts Listing Torque Specs 10 Remove bike from box Care Install seatpost Secure bike to stand 12 Install handlebars 14 Install front wheel 16 Install pedals Torque rear wheel...
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Featuring a lightweight aluminum frame, rolling on 26” wheels, with sorted dirt jump geometry, and 100mm of front suspension travel, the INTENSE DJ is our all- day fun machine. Whether you want to go on a quick loop of your local pumptrack or an epic session down the trails, the DJ is ready to rip.
I N T E N S E D J SETUP GUIDE Your new INTENSE DJ is almost ready to go, you just need to do a few things to get your bike ready for its first ride. If you are setting up your bike from the box, the next few pages will show you how to assemble it.
S T E P 1 S T E P 2 seattube using a 5mm allen key to REMOVE BIKE DETACH SEATPOST loosen the seat clamp. INTENSE recommends applying grease inside FROM BOX AND WHEEL the seattube to prevent corrosion (F).
S T E P 5 INSTALL HANDLEBARS Spin the stem around 180 degrees so that the stem and forks are facing forward. Make sure the forks are the correct way around – the front brake caliper should be on the left (non-drive) side of the bike. Using a T25 tool loosen the four faceplate bolts to remove the two faceplate pieces and set aside (C).
S T E P 6 INSTALL FRONT WHEEL Remove all remaining packaging from the wheel including the protectors on the hub ends (B). Be careful not to touch the brake rotor with your hands or gloves as any small amount of grease may contaminate it. Remove the brake pad spacer (C).
LINE SIGNIFIES LEFT PEDAL RIGHT HAND PEDAL TIGHTENS IN A CLOCKWISE DIRECTION S T E P 7 INSTALL PEDALS Bicycles have specific left and right S T E P 9 pedals, and the left-hand side pedal ADJUST HEADSET has an opposite thread on it, meaning that it tightens up in a counterclockwise direction.
S T E P 1 0 ADJUST BRAKE LEVERS Next adjust the brake levers where you would like them and tighten using a 4mm allen and then torque to 5Nm (A). S T E P 1 2 S T E P 1 3 CHECK TIRE BIKE CHECK PRESSURE...
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Open (counterclockwise) For the INTENSE DJ the rebound adjuster for the fork Least amount of rebound Out of the box your fork settings are generally set up for a rider weighing between is a red dial located on the bottom of the right leg.
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B I K E C A R E GEOMETRY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE You have purchased a high-performance bicycle which requires a certain level of service and maintenance to sustain the level of performance your frame was designed around. Proper care will also ensure the bike is safe to ride at all levels. SIZE LARGE SHOWN REACH It is important to read and understand the maintenance schedule and inspect your...
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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...
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If you discover damage to any degree it’s best to have your frame inspected by a qualified 6 to 8 Nm / INTENSE dealer. Any direct impact to the 53 to 70 in-lbs frame can cause serious structural damage.
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