Huffy BMX Manual
Introduction
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- This product does NOT have a foot (pedal) brake.
- Ensure your child understands and can operate the hand brakes
- Always use both hand brakes when stopping the bike.
- When stopping, apply front and rear brakes evenly.
- An unstable condition can occur if the front brake is used too hard resulting in injury to the rider or others.
ALWAYS WEAR YOUR HELMET WHEN RIDING THIS PRODUCT!
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Always read the user manual that comes with your helmet to make sure it is fitted and attached properly to the wearer's head according to the fitting instructions described in the user manual.
Owner's Bicycle Identification Record
NOTE: This information is only available on the bicycle itself. Each bicycle has a Recovery Code stamped into the frame. The Recovery Code q can be found on the bottom of the crank housing as shown.
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Write this number below to keep it for future reference. If the bicycle is stolen, give this number and a description of the bicycle to the police. This will help them find the bicycle.
Fitting the Rider to the Bicycle
A bike which you ride only on paved surfaces, should give you a minimum stand-over height clearance
of 5 cm (2 in). A bike that you'll ride on unpaved surfaces should give you a minimum of 7.5 cm (3 in) of stand-over height clearance. And a bike that you'll use off road should give you 10 cm (4 in) or more of clearance.
NOTE: See Assembly sections for Seat adjustment.
Adjust the seat height so that you can put the heel of one foot on a pedal with leg extended straight
and so the opposite foot can reach the ground with tip of foot
. This will give your knees a slight bend when pedalling with the ball of the foot.
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MEANINGS OF WARNINGS:
This symbol is important. See the word "CAUTION" or "WARNING" which follows it. The word "CAUTION" is before mechanical instructions. If you do not obey these instructions, mechanical damage or failure of a part of the bicycle can occur. The word "WARNING" is before personal safety instructions. If you do not obey these instructions, injury to the rider or to others can occur.
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- CHOKING HAZARD. Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
- Adult assembly is required.
- Handlebar hand grip or tube end plugs should be replaced if damaged as bare tubes have been known to cause injury. All products with capped handlebar ends should be checked regularly to ensure that adequate protection for the ends of the handlebars are in place.
- Replacement forks must have the same rake and tube inner diameter as the original product.
- Do not add a motor to the product.
- Do not tow or push the product.
- Do not tow anything behind the product.
- Do not modify the product.
- Replace worn or broken parts immediately with original equipment.
- If anything does not operate properly, discontinue use.
The Owner's Responsibility
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THIS BICYCLE IS MADE TO BE RIDDEN BY ONE RIDER AT A TIME FOR GENERAL TRANSPORTATION AND RECREATIONAL USE. IT IS NOT MADE TO WITHSTAND THE ABUSE OF OFF ROAD USE OR STUNTING AND JUMPING.
If the bicycle was purchased unassembled, it is the owner's responsibility to follow all assembly and adjustment instructions exactly as written in this manual, and any "Special Instructions" supplied and to make sure all fasteners and components are securely tightened.
NOTE: Periodically check that all fasteners and components are securely tightened.
If the bicycle was purchased assembled, it is the owner's responsibility, before riding the bicycle for the first time, to make sure the bicycle has been assembled and adjusted exactly as written in this manual, and any "Special Instructions" supplied and to make sure all fasteners and components are securely tightened.
NOTE:
If product is assembled, please proceed to sections:
- Testing Stem, Handlebar
- Seat Clamp tightness.
Rules of the Road
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Failure of the rider to obey the following "Rules of the Road" can result in injury to the rider or to others.
- Obey all traffic regulations, signs, and signals.
- Protective Equipment must be worn: Always wear safety equipment such as a helmet that meets CPSC (or equivalent standard for your country) with chinstrap securely fastened, knee pads, elbow pads, wrist guards, gloves and shoes.
- Always wear shoes when using this product.
- Ride on the correct side of the road, in a single file, and in a straight line.
- If possible, avoid riding at night, dusk, dawn and any other time of poor visibility.
- If you must ride at night or at time of poor visibility:
- Purchase, install, and use a headlight and taillight.
- Headlights are required by all states for nighttime riding and taillights are required in some states.
- Battery-powered lights or flashing safety lights are also recommended.
- Reflectors: For your own safety, do not ride the bicycle if the reflectors are incorrectly installed, damaged, or missing. Make sure the front and rear reflectors are vertical. Do not allow the visibility of the reflectors to be blocked by clothing or other articles. Dirty reflectors do not work well. Clean the reflectors, as necessary, with soap and a damp cloth.
- Make yourself more visible to motorists.
- Wear light-colored or reflective clothing, such as a reflective vest and reflective bands for your arms and legs.
- Use reflective tape on your helmet.
- Do not let anything cover the reflectors.
- Use extra caution in wet weather:
- Ride slowly on damp surfaces because the tires will slide more easily.
- Allow increased braking distance in wet weather.
- Avoid these hazards to prevent loss of control or damage to your wheels:
- Be aware of drain grates, soft road edges, gravel or sand, pot holes or ruts, wet leaves, or uneven paving.
- Cross railroad tracks at a right angle to prevent the loss of control.
- Avoid unsafe actions while riding.
- Do not carry any passengers.
- Do not carry any items or attach anything to your bicycle that could hinder your vision, hearing, or control.
- Do not ride with both hands off the handlebar.
- Do not add a motor to the product.
- Do not tow or push the product.
- Do not modify the product.
- Replace worn or broken parts immediately with original equipment.
- If anything does not operate properly, discontinue use.
Parts Assembly
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Introduction to Assembly
THIS OWNER'S MANUAL IS MADE FOR SEVERAL DIFFERENT BICYCLES:
- Some illustrations may vary slightly from the actual product.
- Follow instructions completely.
- If the bicycle has any parts that are not described in this manual, look for separate "Special Instructions" that are supplied with the bicycle.
- Models may have diff erent accessory items such as bags, baskets, reflectors, cup holders, racks, etc.
- All features, components and accessories are not included on all models.
- Use the Index page to locate specific sections of this manual.
- Please read through this entire manual before beginning assembly or maintenance.
- If you are not confident with assembling this unit, refer to a local bike shop.
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Keep small parts away from children during assembly.
NOTE: All of the directions (right, left, front, rear, etc.) in this manual are as seen by the rider while seated on the bicycle.
- Do not dispose of the carton and packaging until you complete the assembly of the product. This can prevent accidentally discarding parts of the unit.
- The caregivers shall retain included tools for future use, store where the child cannot access. Tools are not a toy.
Tools Recommended
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(Metric)
Installing the Front Wheel (various styles)
![Huffy - BMX - Installing the Front Wheel (various styles) - Part 1 Installing the Front Wheel (various styles) - Part 1]()
![Huffy - BMX - Installing the Front Wheel (various styles) - Part 2 Installing the Front Wheel (various styles) - Part 2]()
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- Do NOT use Axle Nuts
without serrations to attach the front wheel. - Ensure wheel spins freely without contacting fork or fender.
- Failure to obey these steps can allow the front wheel to loosen while riding. This can cause injury to the rider or to others.
NOTE: See Brake Section to loosen and Re-attach front Brakes (if equipped).
- If the Axle Nuts and Washers are already attached to the front wheel axle, remove and set aside.
- Set the wheel into the Front Fork
.
TABBED WHEEL RETAINERS
(SOME MODELS):
- Install Wheel Retainers
making sure the tabs are in the fork tab holes
. - Install Axle Nuts
with serrated surface facing IN. - With the wheel in the center of the fork, tighten both Axle Nuts securely.
SHOULDER WASHERS
(SOME MODELS):
- Place a Shoulder Washer
on each end of Axle with small shoulder facing IN as shown. - Install Axle Nuts
with serrated surface facing IN. - With the wheel in the center of the fork, tighten both Axle Nuts securely.
Handlebar and Stem Installation - No Gyro Brake (various models)
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NOTE: Check which Stem style your bike has and use one of the following installation guides.
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To prevent steering system damage and possible loss of control, the "MIN-IN" (minimum insertion) mark
on the stem must be below the top of the Locknut
.
QUILL TYPE STEM:
NOTE: Remove plastic Cap
from the end of the Stem.
- Insert the Stem into the fork.
- Point the Stem towards the front of the bike.
- With the Stem aligned with the front tire, tighten the Stem Bolt
securely.
- Proceed to Handlebar Installation on next page.
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- Do not over tighten the stem bolt
. Over tightening the stem bolt can damage the steering system and cause loss of control.
Four Bolt Clamp Top Mount (Quill Type Stem):
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- Adjust the Handlebar into a comfortable riding position.
- Tighten Clamp Screws
evenly according to pattern. - Check tightness of Stem Bolt
.
NOTE: Do not over tighten.
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If the handlebar clamp in not tight enough, the handlebar can slip in the stem. This can cause damage to the handlebar or stem, and can cause loss of control.
Handlebar and Threadless Stem Installation (various models)
Four Bolt Clamp Top Mount (Threadless Stem):
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- Adjust the Handlebar into a comfortable riding position.
- Tighten Clamp Screws
evenly according to pattern. - Check tightness of Bolts
and
.
NOTE: Do not over tighten.
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If the Handlebar Clamp in not tight enough, the handlebar can slip in the stem. This can cause damage to the handlebar or stem, and can cause loss of control.
Four Bolt Clamp, Front Mount:
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- Adjust the Handlebar into a comfortable riding position.
- Tighten Clamp Screws
. - Check tightness of Stem Bolts
.
NOTE: Do not over tighten.
Two Bolt Stem:
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- Adjust the Handlebar into a comfortable riding position.
- Tighten Clamp Screws
. - Check tightness of Stem Bolt
.
NOTE: Do not over tighten.
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If the Handlebar Clamp in not tight enough, the handlebar can slip in the stem. This can cause damage to the handlebar or stem, and can cause loss of control.
Testing Stem and Handlebar Tightness
To test the tightness of the stem:
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- Straddle the front wheel between your legs.
- Try to turn the front wheel by turning the handlebar.
- If the handlebar and stem turn without turning the front wheel, realign the stem with the wheel and tighten the stem bolt(s) tighter than before (about 1/2 revolution only at a time).
- Do this test again, until the handlebar and stem do not turn without turning the front wheel.
To test the tightness of the handlebar clamp:
- Hold the bicycle stationary and try to move the ends of the handlebar forward and backward.
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Do not exceed 100 lb (45 kg) push force.
- If the handlebar moves, loosen the bolt(s) of the handlebar clamp.
- Put the handlebar in the correct position and tighten the bolt(s) of the handlebar clamp tighter than before.
- If the handlebar clamp has more than one bolt, tighten the bolts equally.
- Do this test again, until the handlebar does not move in the handlebar clamp.
Stem and Handlebar Setup - Gyro Brake (if equipped)
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Note: The Handlebar Stem Clamp may be pre-installed from the factory.
- Carefully unpack Handlebar
and Brake Cables.
- Install the Handlebar using Clamp
and Clamp Screws
.
- Rotate Handlebar into a comfortable riding position.
- Tighten Clamp Screws
securely. See Torque Chart for recommended torque.
Seat Bolt Saddle Adjustment (various models)
SINGLE BOLT CLAMP:
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- Loosen the clamp bolt
sufficiently to allow any serrations
on the mechanism to disengage before changing the saddle's angle. - With serrations fully re-engaged and saddle in a comfortable riding position, tighten the clamp bolt
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A securely to ensure the saddle will not come loose.
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Serrations on the mating surfaces of the clamp can wear with use and adjustment. Check that the clamp is tight and secure before each ride.
DUAL CLAMP:
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- Loosen clamp bolt/nut
as needed and adjust seat to a comfortable riding position. - With clamp fully on seat post as shown, tighten bolt/nut
securely so that seat does not move when in use.
Testing Seat Clamp and Post Clamp Tightness
To test the tightness of the seat clamp and the post clamp:
- Try to turn the seat side-to-side and to move the front of the seat up and down.
If the seat moves in the seat clamp:
- Loosen the Seat clamp nut.
- Put the seat in the correct position and tighten the seat clamp tighter than before.
- Do this test again, until the seat does not move in the seat clamp.
If the seat post moves in the seat tube clamp:
- Loosen the seat clamp lever.
- Put the seat post in the correct position and tighten the seat clamp nut tighter than before.
If necessary, tighten or loosen hand nut so that quick release tightens securely.
- Do this test again, until the seat post does not move in the seat tube clamp.
Pedal Installation
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There is a RIGHT pedal marked
and a LEFT pedal marked
.
NOTE: A Pedal Wrench is preferred for attaching Pedals. A thin open end wrench can also be used.
- The pedal marked
has right-hand threads. Tighten it in aclockwise direction. - The pedal marked
has left-hand threads. Tighten it in acounterclockwise direction (anti-clockwise). - Turn the right pedal marked
into the right side of the crank arm, and the left pedal marked
into the left side of the crank arm.
Tighten the pedals:
- Make sure the threads of each pedal are fully into the crank arm.
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Ensure pedals are secure in crank arms so they will not loosen. Periodically check tightness.
Reflector Installation (as equipped)
Reflector Installation:
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- Position FRONT Reflector
so it points straight forward. - Tighten Clamp Screw.
- Position Seat Post Reflector (if equipped)
so it points straight backwards. - Tighten Clamp Screw.
NOTE: Do not over-tighten. This will damage the Clamp.
Pegs Installation - Threaded (various models)
NOTES
- Your bicycle may have one of two different styles of pegs.
- One style of pegs has threads on one end and is screwed onto wheel axle.
- The other style of pegs does not have threads and is attached with wheel axle nut.
- The pegs are optional. You may choose not to install them on the axles. Pegs can be installed on the front and rear axles.
- Front and Rear Pegs have different size holes for attaching to wheel axles.
- Recommended to install pegs to the left side (non drive side) of the bike.
- The same procedure is used to install pegs on both the front and rear axles. Front wheel axle is shown.
Threaded pegs:
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- If your bicycle has pegs that are threaded on one end, no additional tools are necessary to install the pegs.
- Peg
marked "F" goes on the FRONT wheel axle. Tighten the peg securely. - Peg
marked "R" goes on the REAR wheel axle. Tighten the peg securely. - Pegs will go over the axle nuts
. - Cover opposite side axle nuts
with Axle Cap
(if equipped). - Position Axle Cap
over installed nut and tap with hammer till fully seated.
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- Do not ride beyond your capabilities.
- Pegs should be installed by an adult.
- Check before each ride.
- Ensure there is no damage to frame, fork or wheels during install and use.
- Ensure chain is properly adjusted after install.
- Ensure wheels are properly aligned after install.
- If damaged, stop use and replace.
- Failure to obey these steps can allow the front wheel to loosen while riding.
This can cause injury to the rider or others.
Pegs Installation - Bolt on (various models)
NOTES
- Your bicycle may have one of two different styles of pegs.
- One style of pegs has threads on one end and is screwed onto wheel axle.
- The other style of pegs does not have threads and is attached with wheel axle nut.
- The pegs are optional. You may choose not to install them on the axles. Pegs can be installed on the front and rear axles.
- Front and Rear Pegs have diff erent size holes for attaching to wheel axles.
- Recommended to install pegs to the left side (non drive side) of the bike.
- The same procedure is used to install pegs on both the front and rear axles. Front wheel axle is shown.
Pegs that are not threaded:
![Huffy - BMX - Pegs Installation - Bolt on (various models) Pegs Installation - Bolt on (various models)]()
- If your bicycle has pegs that are not threaded, a socket wrench, a metric socket which fits the axle nuts, and a three-inch socket extension are necessary to install the pegs.
- Remove the axle nut
if previously installed when attaching wheel to fork
. - Make sure retainer clip
is correctly installed on the axle with the tab in the fork tab holes. - Peg
marked "F" goes on the FRONT wheel axle. - Peg
marked "R" goes on the REAR wheel axle. - Put an axle nut
down inside each peg, and onto the end of the axle. Ensure the serrated side
of the axle nut is toward the wheel. - Tighten each axle nut to 21 ft-lbs (28.4 N•m).
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- Do not use Axle Nuts
without serrations
to attach the wheels. - Do not ride beyond your capabilities.
- Pegs should be installed by an adult.
- Check before each ride.
- Ensure there is no damage to frame, fork or wheels during install and use.
- Ensure chain is properly adjusted after install.
- Ensure wheels are properly aligned after install.
- If damaged, stop use and replace.
- Failure to obey these steps can allow the front wheel to loosen while riding.
This can cause injury to the rider or others.
Accessories (various models)
ACCESSORY INSTALLATION:
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- Attach Accessory
or
to Handlebar using the supplied Straps. - Tighten Straps so Accessory does not move.
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Do not over tighten. The Straps may break. Do not block Refl ectors.
HANDLEBAR BELL INSTALLATION:
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- Remove screws from Bell.
- Position Bell on handlebar within easy reach, with hands on the handlebar grips.
- Install screws and tighten.
NOTE: Bell may attach with 1 or 2 screws.
WATER BOTTLE AND CAGE:
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- Remove the Water Bottle from the Cage
. - Locate the Cage Screws
- they may be packaged with the Water Bottle Cage or installed in the Bicycle Frame. - Position the Cage in the desired location and install the two Cage Screws through the Cage and into the Frame Nuts
. - Tighten securely. Do not over tighten, this can damage the Frame Nuts.
- Insert the Water Bottle into the Cage as shown.
Maintenance and Service
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- As with all mechanical components, the bicycle is subjected to wear and high stresses. Different materials and components might react to wear or stress fatigue in diff erent ways. If the design life of a component has been exceeded, it may suddenly fail, possibly causing injuries to the rider. Any form of crack, scratches, or change of coloring in highly stressed areas indicate that the life of the component has been reached and should be replaced.
- Inspect the product frequently. Failure to inspect the product and to make repairs or adjustments, as necessary, can result in injury to the rider or to others. Make sure all parts are correctly assembled and adjusted as written in this manual and any "Special Instructions".Immediately replace any damaged, missing, or badly worn parts with original equipment.
- Avoid wearing loose clothing and items when riding or performing maintenance to reduce risk of entrapment that could result in an injury.
- Dirty or greasy wheel rims can render your brakes ineff ective. To avoid injury, clean frequently, using a clean rag or wash with soapy water, rinse and air dry. Do not clean them with oily or greasy materials.
- High temperatures, intensive use, and impact damage may be invisible to the user and result in injury to rider. If you suspect damage or excess wear to wheel rims, frame, fork, suspension joints (if any), or composite components (if any), seek service from bike shop for repair.
- Make sure all fasteners are correctly tightened as written in this manual and any "Special Instructions". Parts that are not tight enough can be lost or operate poorly. Over tightened parts can be damaged. Make sure any replacement fasteners are the correct size and type.
- Self-locking nuts and other self-locking fasteners may lose their eff ectiveness when reused.
NOTE: Have a bicycle service shop make any repairs or adjustments for which you do not have the correct tools or if the instructions in this manual or any "Special Instructions" are not sufficient for you.
Coaster Brakes - various models
These models are equipped with a rear 'coaster' brake that is operated by rotating the crank backwards.
FUNCTION:
![Huffy - BMX - Coaster Brakes Maintenance and Service - Part 1 Coaster Brakes Maintenance and Service - Part 1]()
Operate the coaster brake as follows:
- Push the pedals backward to move the chain backward
- The chain activates the coaster brake mechanism that is inside the rear wheel hub
- As you push the pedals backward with increasing force, the braking action of the coaster brake increases.
If your bicycle has a caliper brake(s) in addition to the coaster brake, always use the coaster brake as the main brake to stop the bicycle.
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If you do not obey the following instructions, injury to the rider or to others can occur:
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- When you ride the bicycle the first time, test the coaster brake and practice using it at a low speed in a large level area that is free of obstructions.
- Every time the bicycle is ridden, make sure the clamp
on the brake arm
is securely attached to the chain stay
of the bicycle frame. The coaster brake will not work correctly if the brake arm is not attached to the chain stay.
Hand Brake Operation - (various models)
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- Always ride with a safe distance between you and other vehicles or objects to give yourself adequate room to stop.
- Look ahead and adjust your speed in advance to avoid hard braking.
- Diff erent bikes have different brake systems and diff erent levels of brake power. Be aware of your bicycle's braking power and don't ride beyond it.
- Wet, debris, or uneven pavement will aff ect how your bike reacts to braking. Take extra care when braking under less-than-ideal road conditions. Allow more time and distance for stopping.
HAND BRAKES:
Operate the hand brake as follows:
NOTE: Before riding, make sure you know which brake lever controls which brake (front or rear). If you have two hand brakes, apply both brakes at the same time.
- The front brake provides more stopping power than the rear, so do not use it too forcefully or too abruptly. Gradually add pressure to both brake levers until you slow to the desired speed or stop.
- If you must stop quickly, shift your weight back as you apply the brakes to keep the rear wheel on the ground.
![Huffy - BMX - Hand Brake Operation - (various models) Hand Brake Operation - (various models)]()
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- Brake force applied to the front wheel suddenly or too fully could lift the rear wheel off the ground or cause the front wheel to slide out from under you. This will decrease your control and cause you to fall.
Chain Adjustment
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- The chain must remain on the sprockets. If the chain comes off the sprockets, the coaster brake will not operate.
- Do not attempt chain repairs. If there is a problem with the chain, have a bicycle service shop make any repairs.
Adjustment:
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The chain must be at the correct tightness. If too tight, the bicycle will be difficult to pedal. If too loose, the chain can come off the sprockets.
When the chain
is at the correct tightness, you can rotate the crank freely and you can pull it no more than one-half inch
away from a straightedge
as shown.
Adjust the tightness of the chain as follows:
- Loosen the axle nuts of the rear wheel.
- Move the rear wheel forward or backward as necessary.
NOTE: Make sure the rear wheel is in the center of the bicycle frame.
- Hold the wheel in this position and tighten securely.
Inspection of the Bearings
Maintenance
Frequently check the bearings of the bicycle. Lubricate the bearings according to the lubrication chart or any time they do not pass the following tests:
Head Tube Bearings
The fork should turn freely and smoothly at all times. With the front wheel off the ground, you should not be able to move the fork up, down, or side-to-side in the head tube.
Crank Bearings
The crank should turn freely and smoothly at all times and the front sprockets should not be loose on the crank. You should not be able to move the pedal end of the crank from side-to-side.
Wheel Bearings
Lift each end of the bicycle off the ground and slowly spin the raised wheel by hand.
The bearings are correctly adjusted if:
- The wheel spins freely and easily.
- The weight of the spoke reflector, when you put it toward the front or rear of the bicycle, causes the wheel to spin back and forth several times.
- There is no side-to-side movement at the wheel rim when you push it to the side with light force.
Gyro Bearings
With the front wheel off the ground the Gyro Handlebar/Stem/Wheel system should rotate freely and smoothly 360 degrees without binding or hitting any cables.
Caliper Rim Brake System Setup (various models)
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You must adjust the front brakes before you ride the bicycle.
NOTE: FRONT AND REAR BRAKE SETUP IS THE SAME.
Step One: Put the brake shoes
in the correct position:
![Huffy - BMX - Caliper Rim Brake System Setup (various models) - Step 1 Caliper Rim Brake System Setup (various models) - Step 1]()
- Loosen the Screw
of each Brake Shoe
. - Adjust each Brake Shoe so it is fl at against the rim and aligned with the curve of the rim.
- Make sure each Brake Shoe does not rub the tire.
- If the surface of the Brake Shoe has arrows, make sure the arrows point toward the rear of the bicycle.
- Hold each Brake Shoe in position and tighten the Screw.
Step Two: Test the tightness of each Brake Shoe:
- Try to move each Brake Shoe out of position.nut tighter than before.
- Do this test again, until each Brake Shoe does not move.
For Brake Pad replacement, see Maintenance section.
Step 1:
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- Loosen Cable Nut
so that the cable is loose.
Step 2:
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- Insert Cable Barrel
into Brake Lever.
Step 3:
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- Insert Brake Cable
into Groove as shown.
Step 4:
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- Rotate Housing
Groove away from Cable Groove
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Step 5:
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- Squeeze Brake Arms
so that Brake Pads
are against the Rim.
Step 6:
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- Pull Brake Cable
tight. - Tighten Cable Nut
. - Adjust Cable Nut
for 1.5 mm (1/16 in.) Brake Pad clearance.
Step 7:
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- Make sure the Brake Lever is not loose
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Step 8:
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- Make sure the cable sheaths are fully inserted into the adjustment housing at the Caliper
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Step 9:
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- Rotate Brake Levers
into a comfortable riding position and tighten securely.
Brake Pad Replacement
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- If necessary, loosen brake cable Adjustment Bolt
. - Loosen and remove brake pad Bolt/ Screws
. - Remove old Brake Shoe
. - Install new Brake Shoe, making sure it is pointing forward and lined up evenly with the Wheel Rim
. - Tighten brake pad Bolt/Screw securely.
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Replace Brake Pad with same model and type as original.
Tires
MAINTENANCE:
- Frequently check the tire inflation pressure because all tires lose air slowly over time. For extended storage, keep weight off of the tires.
- Do not use unregulated air hoses to inflate the tire/tubes. An unregulated hose can suddenly over inflate tires and cause them to burst.
- Replace worn tires.
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Do not ride or sit on the unit if a tire is under inflated. This can damage the tire, inner tube and rim.
INFLATING THE TIRES:
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- Use a hand or a foot pump to inflate the tires.
- Service station meter-regulated air hoses are also acceptable.
- The maximum inflation pressure is shown on the tire sidewall.
NOTE: Inflate tire to 50% of the recommended PSI range. Make sure the edge of the tire (the bead) is the same distance from the rim, all around the rim, on both sides of the tire
. If the tire does not appear to be seated correctly, release air from the inner tube until you can push the bead of the tire into the rim where necessary. Add air slowly and stop frequently to check the tire seating and the pressure, until you reach the correct inflation pressure.
Three-Piece Cranks (various models)
Maintenance: Both Crank Arms
were tightened to the spindle
at the factory. After riding the bicycle the first few times, make sure the crank arms have not loosened. If either crank arm has loosened during this "break-in" period, re-tighten or have it tightened by a bicycle service shop.
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Frequently check the tightness of the crank arms. If loose, tighten or have them tightened by a bicycle service shop.
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If you ride the bicycle with a loose crank arm, the crank arm may fall off.
The spindle may also damage the crank arm.
Lubrication
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- Do not over lubricate. If oil gets on the wheel rims or the brake shoes, it will reduce brake performance and a longer distance to stop the bicycle will be necessary. Injury to the rider or to others can occur.
- The chain can throw excess oil onto the wheel rim. Wipe excess oil off the chain.
- Keep all oil off the surfaces of the pedals where your feet rest.
- Using soap and hot water, wash all oil off the wheel rims, the brake shoes, the pedals, and the tires.
- Rinse with clean water and dry completely before you ride.
- Using a light machine oil (20W), lubricate the bicycle according to the following table:
Lubrication Table (as equipped)
What | When | How |
Pedals | every six months | Put four drops of oil where the axles go into the pedals. |
Chain | every six months | Put one drop of oil on each roller of the chain. Wipe all excess oil off the chain. |
Brake Levers | every six months | Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of each brake lever. |
Caliper Brakes | every six months | Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of each cantilever brake. |
Linear Pull Brakes | every six months | Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of each cantilever brake. |
Brake Cables | every six months | Put four drops of oil into both ends of each cable. Allow oil to soak back along the cable wire. |
Gyro Head | every six months | Put 4 drops of oil around the Gyro Head Bearings. |
How do you get service?
Contact the Customer Service Department.
- See included list for Customer Contact information.
For how long does this Limited Warranty last?
- When used in this Limited Warranty, the phrase "for life" means for as long as the original consumer owns the product.
- Steel Frame and Fork: Lifetime
- Electronics: 90 days
- Aluminum/Carbon Frame: 10 years
- Wheels: 90 days
- Shock Fork/Aluminum Fork: 1 year
- All other components: 6 months
- Electronics: 90 daysAll warranties are from date of original purchase.
- All other components: 6 months
Documents / ResourcesDownload manual
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
Download Huffy BMX Manual
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