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  • Page 1 Bike Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 CONGRATULATIONS ON THE PURCHASE OF YOUR NEW BIKE! OUR SERVICE DEPARTMENT IS DEDICATED TO MAKING SURE THAT YOU GET THE MOST ENJOYMENT POSSIBLE FROM OUR PRODUCTS. For questions regarding assembly, operation or warranty please feel free to contact our Service Representatives by calling: (888) 909-3652 e-mailing warranty@d6sports.com DO NOT RETURN THIS ITEM TO THE STORE.
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION 03 - 11 Your New Bike, Note to Parents, The BMX Bike, Safety Checklist, Riding Safely, Helmets ASSEMBLY 12 - 36 Tools Required, Getting Started, Front Wheel Assembly, Handlebar and Stem Assembly, Seat Installation, Pedal and Crank Assembly, Brake Set Up, Training Wheel Installation,...
  • Page 4 ALL OF THE ORIGINAL PARTS ON THIS BIKE ARE COMPATIBLE WITH YOUR FRAME. CERTAIN AFTERMARKET PARTS OR COMPONENTS MAY NOT BE COMPATIBLE WITH YOUR BIKE OR FRAME. PLEASE CONSULT YOUR LOCAL BIKE SHOP BEFORE INSTALLING ANY NON-FACTORY SPECIFIED PRODUCT TO YOUR BIKE. USE OF ANY COMPONENT THAT IS NON-FACTORY SPECIFIED COULD RE- SULT IN DAMAGE TO THE BIKE.
  • Page 5 OWNER’S MANUAL FOR BMX BIKES THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY, PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION. READ THE MANUAL AND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE TAKING YOUR FIRST RIDE ON YOUR NEW BIKE, AND REFER TO THE MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. UNSAFE OR IMPROPER USE OF THE BIKE BY FAILING TO READ AND FOLLOW ALL OF THE SAFETY, PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS AND WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
  • Page 6 CONGRATULATIONS ON THE PURCHASE OF YOUR NEW BKE. THIS MANUAL IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF YOU NEW BIKE. PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE RIDING YOUR BIKE. THE SERIAL NUMBER FOR YOUR BIKE IS LOCATED ON THE BOTTOM BRACKET SHELL OF THE FRAME. PLEASE RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER BELOW IN CASE YOUR BIKE IS EVER LOST OR STOLEN.
  • Page 7 NOTE TO PARENTS UNFORTUNATELY, MANY BIKE ACCIDENTS INVOLVE CHILDREN. AS A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SAFETY OF YOUR CHILD. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THE BIKE YOUR CHILD IS RIDING HAS BEEN PROPERLY ADJUSTED AND FITS YOUR CHILD AND IS IN SAFE OPER- ATING CONDITION.
  • Page 8 BASIC BIKE PARTS WWW.SHAUNWHITESUPPLYCO.COM...
  • Page 9 SAFETY CHECKLIST TO BE PERFORMED PRIOR TO EVERY BIKE RIDE 1.) Brakes • Make sure that the front and rear brakes work properly • Make sure that the brake pads are in good condition, and contact to the rim correctly • Make sure that the brake cables are in good condition and do not look worn out • Make sure that the brake levers are securely adjusted on the handlebars 2.) Wheels and Tires...
  • Page 10 3.) Steering • Make sure that the handlebars and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened • Make sure that the handlebars are in the correct position in regards to the fork • Check to see if the headset is adjusted properly, and the steering is not hindered at all 4.) Chain • Make sure that the chain is lubricated, clean, and works smoothly 5.) Seat/Seatpost...
  • Page 11 RIDING SAFELY/GENERAL RULES ALWAYS WEAR A CERTIFIED HELMET When riding always obey the same motor laws as other vehicles- give way to pedestrians, stop at all red lights and stop signs, ride with the flow of traffic, obey speed limits, etc.. Use correct hand signals to indicate turning or stopping Look ahead.

  • Page 12: Rules For Children

    RULES FOR CHILDREN • Always wear a properly fitted helmet • Do not ride in driveways or out in the road • Do not ride on busy streets • Do not ride in wet weather • Do not ride at night • Obey all traffic laws • Use caution when entering intersections- make sure that it is clear before you proceed • Maintain safe speeds when riding down hills • Never take your hands off the handlebars, or your feet off the pedals when riding.
  • Page 13 SINGLE SPEED AND BMX Includes: • 12” BMX bikes • 16” BMX bikes • 18” BMX bikes • 20” BMX bikes Assembly is the same for boys and girls bikes. Foreword: Assembling a bike is an important responsibility. Proper assembly not only gives the rider more enjoyment of the bike, it also offers an important measure of safety.

  • Page 14: Tools Required

    TOOLS REQUIRED: 1.) 4mm, 5mm, 6mm and 8mm Allen key wrenches 2.) An adjustable size wrench 3.) Tire levers 4.) Standard Phillips head screwdriver 5.) An open end 15mm box wrench 6.) Adjustable pliers that have cable cutting ability 7.) A tire pump 8.) A standard flat head screwdriver 9.) 15mm socket wrench with extension WWW.SHAUNWHITESUPPLYCO.COM...

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Open the carton from the top and remove the bike. Remove the straps and protective wrapping from the bike. Inspect the bike and all accessories and parts for possible shortages. It is recommended that the threads and all moving parts in the parts package be lubricated prior to installation.

  • Page 16: Box Content

    BOX CONTENT WWW.SHAUNWHITESUPPLYCO.COM...

  • Page 17: Removing And Installing Bolt On Wheels

    REMOVING AND INSTALLING BOLT ON WHEELS A.) Removing a Bolt-On Front Wheel 1.) Open up the brake shoes. 2.) Loosen the axle nuts on the wheel. 3.) Unfasten the safety retention washers/hooks. 4.) Lift the front end of the bike a few inches off the ground and tap downward on the tire. Installing a Bolt-On Front Wheel 1.) With the fork facing forward, insert the wheel between the fork legs so that the axle sits firmly inside of the dropouts/axle slots on the fork legs.

  • Page 18: Front Wheel

    FRONTWHEEL 1. Make sure the brakes are loose enough to allow the wheel to pass through the brake pads easily. 2. Place wheel into fork drop outs. 3. Install retaining washers with raised lip pointed towards the fork, and insert into the small hole of the fork blade.

  • Page 19: Front Wheel Assembly

    FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY WWW.SHAUNWHITESUPPLYCO.COM...
  • Page 20 C.) Removing a Bolt-On Rear Wheel 1.) Open/undo the rear brake. 2.) Loosen the axle nuts on the wheel. 3.) Slide the wheel forward in the axle slot and while the chain has some slack to it, remove the chain from the freewheel/cassette.

  • Page 21: Handlebar Assembly

    HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY Most of our bikes are equipped with a “quill” stem (see illustration). To assemble the handlebars remove the protective cap from the wedge end of the stem bolt and loosen the bolt using the 6 mm Allen key. Some models may use a 13 mm hexagonal bolt instead of an Allen key bolt.

  • Page 22: Important Note

    “Minimum Insertion” or “Maximum Extension”. This mark must not be visible above the headset. There are different styles of handlebar clamps, but all attach to the bike with a stem bolt and wedge nut. Typical of the BMX bike is the four bolt configuration shown on the previous page. When tightening the four face plate bolts follow the pattern in the illustration on page...

  • Page 23: Seat Assembly

    SEAT ASSEMBLY Loosen the nut on the seat clamp and add 3 or 4 drops of oil onto the threads of the bolt. Place the smaller end of the seatpost into the seat clamp until it stops with the bolt to the rear of the seatpost. Thread the nut on the seat clamp loosely.
  • Page 24 PEDALS AND CRANK SET ASSEMBLY Check for the right (R, red) sticker and left (L, green) sticker on each pedal and crank arm. Match the appropriate pedal to each crank (right to right and left to left) for assembly. Start each pedal spindle by hand to avoid stripping the threads.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    For Bike Models Equipped with Coaster Brake Operate the coaster brake as follows: - Pedal backwards (towards the rear wheel of the bike) to move the chain in a backward direction - The backwards moving chain will activate the coaster brake mechanism that is inside the rear wheel hub - The more pressure that is placed on the pedals in a backwards direction, the more powerful the braking action will be 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.
  • Page 26 HAND BRAKE Determine which type of brake your bike is equipped with and refer to the appropriate assembly instructions. For more information on brake adjustment and maintenance, refer to pages 48-50. It is important to become familiar with the use of hand brakes. When properly adjusted, hand brakes are an efficient braking system.

  • Page 27: Side Pull Brake

    SIDE PULL BRAKE ASSEMBLY SIDE PULL BRAKE Loosen the cable anchor nut and thread the brake cable through it. Tighten the nut by hand until it holds the cable in place. Squeeze the brake arms together against the rim of the wheel. Loosen the nuts on the brakes shoes and turn until they match the angle of the rim.
  • Page 28 U-BRAKE ASSEMBLY U-BRAKE INSTRUCTIONS Adjust the pads of the U-brake using a 10 mm wrench. Make sure the pad is hitting the rim and not the tire. Ideally the front of the pad should hit the rim approximately 1 mm before the rear pad. Next, tighten the Cable Carrier to the brake cable approximately 20 mm from the brake arms when they are closed against the rim.

  • Page 29: Check Your Brakes

    CHECK YOUR BRAKES Press each brake lever to make sure that there is no binding and that the brake pads are hard enough on the rims to stop the bike. The brake pads should be adjusted so they are 1 mm - 2 mm away from the rim when the brakes are not applied. Brake pads should be centered on the rim and the rear portion of each brake pad should be about 0.5 - 1.0 mm farther from the rim than the front portion of brake pad.
  • Page 30 ROTOR ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM WWW.SHAUNWHITESUPPLYCO.COM...

  • Page 31: Rotor Assembly

    Rotor Assembly Some freestyle BMX bikes come equipped with a detangler system that will allow the handlebar to spin 360-degrees without binding the brake cables. It is very important that this system is adjusted correctly. Upper Cable 1.) First connect the barrel end of the upper cable to the rear brake lever. Make sure that the long cable casing is on top of the short cable casing;...
  • Page 32 Lower Cable 1.) Slide the cable casing through the cable guide on the frame 2.) Connect the lower cable to the lower plate by passing the football ends of the lower cable through the threaded holes in the lower plate and connecting them to the bearing. 3.) Screw the adjusting barrels into the lower plate.
  • Page 33 Rotor Adjustment 1.) Screw the cable adjusters on the rear brake lever and the upper cable all the way in. 2.) Screw the adjusting barrels in the upper plate in (or out) to set the bearing for maximum travel. The bearing should be as far down as it can go without resting on the lower plate or the adjusting barrels screwed into the lower plate.
  • Page 34 6.) Check for bearing flop by placing the handlebars in the normal riding position, then quickly rotate the handlebars back and forth. Perform the following steps to eliminate bearing flop. NOTE: the bearing should never be allowed to rest on the lower plate or lower adjusting cables. a.) screw the lower cable adjusting barrels out of (or into) the lower plate until all bearing flop is eliminated. b.) tighten the locknut of the right side adjusting barrel. c.) rotate the handlebars 180-degrees and recheck for bearing flop. If there is any bearing flop, use the “loose” adjusting barrels on the upper and lower cables to remove it. d.) repeat steps (6a) and (6c) until the handlebars can be rotated 360-degrees without any bearing flop. 7.) Finish adjusting the rear brakes. WWW.SHAUNWHITESUPPLYCO.COM...
  • Page 35 TRAINING WHEEL ASSEMBLY TRAINING WHEEL ASSEMBLY 1. Position frame clip over rear axle nut with tab located in frame axle slot. 2. Locate brace over frame clip and secure with nut using 15 mm or adjustable wrench. 3. The elongated hole on the brace allows for raising or lowering the training wheels to the proper height.
  • Page 36 PEG ASSEMBLY Step 1 - Remove all protective packaging from the axle Step 2 - Using a 15mm socket wrench with an extension, so the axle nut is visible loosen the axle nut by turning in a counter-clockwise direction Step 3 - After the axle nut has been removed, place the Step 4 - Place the large open end of the peg over the axle axle nut in the 15mm socket wrench so the flange of the nut and 15mm socket wrench...
  • Page 37 PEG ASSEMBLY Step 5 - Lower the peg all of the way down onto the axle Step 6 - Place the small open end of the peg onto the nut and 15mm socket wrench axle of the wheel while holding the 15mm socket wrench and peg together so there is no movement between the two Step 7 - Tighten the peg onto the axle by turning the 15mm socket wrench in a clockwise direction.

  • Page 38: Basic Maintenance

    Basic Maintenance To clean your bike you can wipe it down with a damp cloth or rag. You may also spray a mild cleaner (Simple Green, Windex, etc.) on the bike and wipe it off with a clean rag. Do not spray your bike with a power washer or hose- this may damage some of the bearings on your bike.

  • Page 39: Schedule 1- Lubrication

    SCHEDULE 1- LUBRICATION Every Month Lube the chain with chain lube (Tri- Flow, Pedro’s, Finish Line- DO NOT USE WD-40) Lube the brake pivots with chain lube Lube the pivots on the brake lever with chain lube Every Six Months Lube the inner wire of the brake cable Lube the freewheel Once a Year...

  • Page 40: Schedule 2- Service Checklist

    SCHEDULE 2- SERVICE CHECKLIST Before Every Ride Weekly Check tire pressure Lubrication per Schedule 1 Check brake operation Check handlebar and stem adjustment Check seat and seatpost adjustment Check wheels for loose spokes and/or wobble Check wheel axle nuts Inspect chain and freewheel/cassette for wear Inspect tires for wear and damage Check headset adjustment Check frame and fork for cracks...
  • Page 41 Storage Keep your bike in a covered and dry area where it will not be exposed to the weather and sun. Sunlight can damage the grips and tires on a bike, as well as fade the color of the paint. The warranty on this bike does not cover paint damage, corrosion, rust, or theft. Always store your bike under shelter, and do not leave it exposed to rain or other damaging weather conditions.
  • Page 42 Recommended Tools for Basic Maintenance 1.) Allen wrenches in 2mm/3mm/4mm/5mm/6mm/8mm sizes 2.) Open end wrenches in 9mm/10mm/14mm/15mm/19mm sizes 3.) Phillips head screwdriver 4.) Plastic tire levers 5.) Spare inner tube 6.) Floor pump with pressure gauge WWW.SHAUNWHITESUPPLYCO.COM...

  • Page 43: Handlebars And Stem

    There are two types of Stems on BMX bikes- Quill Stems and Direct Mount Stems (for threadless forks). Quill Stems have a shaft the is inserted down into the Head Tube of the frame, and then held into place by tightening a binder bolt that is connected to an expand- ing wedge that binds with the inside of the fork steer tube.
  • Page 44 HEADSET The headset is the bearings that allow the rider to steer the bike. The headset bearing adjustment is something that should be checked every month. If the headset is not adjusted correctly, it can damage the bike and cause the rider to fall. Headset bearing ad- justment requires special tools and training.
  • Page 45 BRAKE CABLE AND BRAKE CABLE HOUSING Before every ride check to make sure that there are no kinks in the brake cable or brake cable housing, and make sure that the brake cable/inner wire is not frayed anywhere. Also make sure that the brake cable housing is securely attached to the brake lever, the cable stops on the frame of the bike, and the brake itself.

  • Page 46: Seat And Seatpost

    SEAT AND SEATPOST The seat clamp bolt(s) and seat post clamp bolts should be checked for tightness at least once a month. The seat will either have two 14mm nuts on the side of the seat guts which can be tightened with a 14mm box wrench, or a 5mm or 6mm allen bolt on the seatpost that can be tightened with the appropriate sized allen wrench.

  • Page 47: Wheels And Tires

    WHEELS AND TIRES Wheel Inspection It is most important that wheels are kept in top condition. Properly maintaining your bike wheels will help braking performance and stability when riding. Be aware of the following potential problems: Dirty or Greasy rims: Caution: these can render your brakes ineffective.
  • Page 48 Broken or loose spokes: Check that all spokes are tensioned correctly and that no spokes are missing or damaged. Caution: such damage can result in severe instability and possibly an accident if not corrected. Again, spoke repairs are best handled by a bike specialist. Loose hub bearings: Lift each wheel off the ground and try to move the wheel from side to side.

  • Page 49: Tire Inspection

    Tire Inspection Tires must be maintained properly to ensure road holding and stability. Check the following areas: Inflation: Ensure tires are inflated to the pressure indicated on the tires sidewall. It is better to use a tire gauge and a floor pump than the air compressor at a service station. Caution: if inflating tires with a service station air compressor, take care that sudden over inflation does not cause tire to blow out.

  • Page 50: Brake Inspection

    BRAKES The correct adjustment and operation of your bike’s brakes is extremely important for safe operation. Brakes should be checked for effective operation before every ride. Frequent checking of adjustment is necessary as the control cables will stretch and the brake pads will become worn with use. DO NOT RIDE YOUR BIKE IF THE BRAKES ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY.

  • Page 51: Adjustment- Side Pull Calipers

    Lubrication The brake lever and brake caliper pivot points should be lubricated with two to three drops of chain lube at least every three months to ensure smooth operation and to reduce wear. Cables should be greased along their entire length, after removing them from the casings, once every six months. Always grease new cables before fitting.
  • Page 52 Adjustment: U-Brakes As with most brake systems, minor adjustments can be made with the barrel adjuster on the brake lever. To adjust, loosen the barrel adjuster lock nut, and turn the barrel adjuster out counter-clockwise to reduce brake pad clearance and lever pull. To increase brake pad clearance and lever pull, turn the barrel adjuster in.

  • Page 53: Drive Train

    PEDALS Your bike comes equipped with BMX platform pedals. Each of the pedals is marked with an “L” and a “R” to indicate which is the left and which is the right side pedal. To install the left side pedal place the pedal threads into the left crank arm and turn the pedal counter-clockwise with a 15mm wrench.
  • Page 54 The crankset refers to the crank arms, chainring/sprocket, bottom bracket spindle, and bottom bracket assembly. There are two types of cranks on BMX bikes - one piece cranks and three piece cranks. One piece cranks have the crank arms and bottom bracket spindle combined in one piece.
  • Page 55 Problem Chain Slipping - This can be the result of excessively worn teeth on the chainring/sprocket, a worn or stretched chain, or a stiff link in the chain. Possible solutions for this are replacing the chainring/sprocket, replacing the chain, or lubricating the chain. Chain Keeps Coming Off - This can be the result of the chainring/sprocket not being straight, the chainring/sprocket being loose, bent or broken teeth on the chainring/sprocket, or the chain tension is too loose.
  • Page 56 Knocking Sound When Applying Brakes - This can be caused by a bulge in the rim or the rim not being straight, the brake mounting bolts being loose, the brakes being out of adjustment, or the fork being loose. Possible solutions for this are to take the wheel to a bike shop and have them straighten the wheel, tighten up the brake mounting bolts, adjust the brakes so that the brake pads contact the rim correctly, and tighten the headset.
  • Page 57 Important Information It is important for your enjoyment and safety that you understand how certain things work on your bike. Even if you are an experienced bike rider, do not make the assumption that all bikes have the same types of parts- this is not always the case. Be sure to read and un- derstand this section of the manual.

  • Page 58: Tires And Tubes

    TIRES AND TUBES Bike tires are available in many different sizes and designs. Some tires are designed for street use with a smooth tread that provides very little rolling resistance. Some tires are designed for off-road use with a knobby tread design to provide more grip in the dirt. And some tires are designed to be ridden on and off road, and have an enduro style tread pattern.

  • Page 59: Limited Warranty

    WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Your bike purchase includes the following limited warranty which is in lieu of all other express warranties. This warranty is extended only to the initial customer that purchased the bike. FRAME WARRANTY Steel frames are guaranteed against manufacturing defect (defined as a defect in materials or workmanship as delivered with the product) for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. If frame failure should occur due to faulty materials or workmanship during the warranty period, the frame will be replaced with one of equal or greater value.

  • Page 60: Useful Lifecycle

    EXCLUSIONS Any other warranty claim not included in the statements above is void. This especially includes installation, assembly, and disassembly costs. The limited warranty does not cover paint damage, rust, any modification made to the bike, normal wear and tear, improper as- sembly or maintenance, and installation of parts or accessories not originally intended or compatible with the bike as sold. The warranty does not apply to damage or failure due to accident, abuse, misuse, neglect or theft.
  • Page 61 Corporate Office 17277 Ventura Blvd. Suite 204 Encino, California 91316 (888) 909-3652 Phone (818) 783-1606 Fax warranty@d6sports.com Customer Service 1 (888) 909-3652 WWW.SHAUNWHITESUPPLYCO.COM...

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