RECORDS Please record your StreetStrider model name (Summit 8r or Sprinter 3r), serial number (found on the frame around the bottom bracket; see photo) and other information below. Please retain your sales receipt as proof of purchase and keep with this information.
1. About This Manual .
This StreetStrider Summit 8r/Sprinter 3r Owner’s Manual contains important assembly, maintenance, safety and performance information. It was written to help you get the most performance, comfort, enjoyment and safety out of your new StreetStrider.
2. Parts Identification The parts of the StreetStrider Summit 8r/Sprinter 3r are listed and labeled in the following table and figures. Table 2-1. StreetStrider Parts List with Hardware Specifications, Quantity, and Maintenance State. Parts are numbered in subsequent figures. DESCRIPTION...
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Mounting screw 5 mm hex Snug w/ air gap Cable adjuster 10 mm nut Tighten Specification M=OD of threads, mm L=length W=wrench fit, mm P=pitch, threads/mm H=OD of head T=washer thickness, mm StreetStrider Summit 8r / Sprinter 3r Owner’s Manual...
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Figure 2-1. StreetStrider Summit 8r / Sprinter 3r Parts. Refer to Table 2-1 for part numbers and descriptions. StreetStrider Summit 8r / Sprinter 3r Owner’s Manual...
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Figure 2-2. StreetStrider Summit 8r / Sprinter 3r Parts. Refer to Table 2-1 for part numbers and descriptions. StreetStrider Summit 8r / Sprinter 3r Owner’s Manual...
3. Unpacking and Assembly This chapter refers to the assembly of both the StreetStrider Summit 8r and Sprinter 3r models, unless instructions specify one model or the other. To assemble your StreetStrider Summit 8r/Sprinter 3r, first view the StreetStrider Workshop videos provided to you on the StreetStrider DVD, then follow the steps and photos in this chapter.
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At the factory, the poles are set at the highest position and rotated inward for packing. Use a 5 mm hex wrench to loosen the 2 screws in each clamp at the base of each strider StreetStrider Summit 8r / Sprinter 3r Owner’s Manual...
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(Fig. 3-8c). Once the brake levers are positioned, rotate the twist shifter so that the gear number is facing the rider, then tighten. Installing the Rear Wheel – Sprinter 3r (see next section for Summit 8r) Remove ties and packing material from the rear triangle (Fig. 3-9a) and from the chain (Fig.
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Finally, close the quick release rear brake and check that the brake shoes contact the rear rim on the side face. Adjust if necessary. Installing the Rear Wheel – Summit 8r (see previous section for Sprinter 3r) ...
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80 psi. Next, locate the spherical rod ends on each end of the steering linkage rods (Fig. 3-19a). The inboard rod end has left hand threads and the outboard rod end has right hand threads. Each rod end is screwed into the aluminum rod and StreetStrider Summit 8r / Sprinter 3r Owner’s Manual...
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Figure 3-21. Adjusting the rear hub shifter - Summit 8r (see Fig. 3-22 for Sprinter 3r) With the twist grip shifter of the Summit 8r in 4th gear (Fig. 3-21a), the two yellow setting lines in the gear alignment window should be together (Fig.
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Figure 3-23. Installing the rear rack – Summit 8r To install the rear rack that comes with the Summit 8r, you will need the 4 mm hex wrenches and 3 of the remaining stainless steel cap screws and washers (Fig. 3-23a) from the packet in the small cardboard box. Position the rack over the rear frame with three securing points (Fig.
The StreetStrider Summit 8r has 8 gears and the Sprinter 3r has 3 gears. Gears 1, 2 and 3 of the Sprinter 3r have similar ratios to gears 4, 6 and 8 of the Summit 8r. When you stride on flat ground, shift to one of the higher gears to get the smoothest arm and leg motion.
StreetStrider, like any object, is more difficult for motorists and pedestrians to see at dusk, night, or any other time of poor visibility. Make sure you comply with all local laws about night riding and take the following additional precautions: StreetStrider Summit 8r / Sprinter 3r Owner’s Manual...
So you need to know and practice the rules of safe and responsible StreetStriding. Now buckle on your helmet and enjoy your StreetStrider. StreetStrider Summit 8r / Sprinter 3r Owner’s Manual...
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