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Page 1 Brooklyn Cruiser Bicycles All Models Owner’s Manual Distributed by Brooklyn Cruiser LLC, Brooklyn, NY www.brooklyncruiser.com 800.631.0630...
Page 2 Brooklyn Cruiser, nothing has been left to chance. Taken together, the results of our efforts speak for themselves.
Page 3 Please register your bicycle under our warranty program at: www.brooklyncruiser.com/blog/register-bike/ Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/brooklyncruiser Find us on Twitter @brooklynbikes...
Page 4 ACCESSORIES INDICATION Saddle Handlebar Fenders Stem Rear Carrier Front fork Seat post Head Tube Pedal crank Chain Stay Pedal Shifter Grip Hand Brake...
Page 5 Upon receiving your bike, carefully open the box and ensure you have all parts listed below. We advise that you cut the side of the box open with a box cutter rather than trying to remove the bike from the top. Included in box: Bicycle 2 Pedals...
Page 6 9th Edition, 2007 This manual meets EN Standards 14764, 14766 and 14781. IMPORTANT: This manual contains important safety, performance and service information. Read it before you take the first ride on your new bicycle, and keep it for reference. Additional safety, performance and service information for specific components such as suspension or pedals on your bicycle, or for accessories such as helmets or lights that you purchase, may also be available.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents GENERAL WARNING p. 1 A special note to parents p. 2 1. First A. Bike fit p. 3 B. Safety first p. 3 C. Mechanical Safety Check p. 3 D. First ride p. 5 2. Safety A. The Basics p.
Page 8: General Warning
GENERAL WARNING: Like any sport, bicycling involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume the responsibility for that risk, so you need to know — and to practice — the rules of safe and responsible riding and of proper use and maintenance.
Page 9: A Special Note For Parents
A special note for parents: As a parent or guardian, you are responsible for the activities and safety of your minor child, and that includes making sure that the bicycle is properly fitted to the child; that it is in good repair and safe operating condition; that you and your child have learned and understand the safe operation of the bicycle;...
Page 10: First
Please note that not all bicycles have all of the features described in this Manual. Ask your dealer to point out the features of your bicycle.
Page 11 wide variety of fastener sizes and shapes made in a variety of materials, often differing by model and component, the correct tightening force or torque cannot be generalized. To make sure that the many fasteners on your bicycle are correctly tightened, refer to the Fastener Torque Specifications in Appendix D of this manual or to the torque specifications in the instructions provided by...
Page 12: First Ride
reached its maximum usable life. Riding a wheel that is at the end of its usable life can result in wheel failure, which can cause you to loose control and fall. Brakes: Check the brakes for proper operation (see Sections 4.C). Squeeze the brake levers.
Page 13: Safety
Observe all local bicycle laws and regulations. Observe regulations about bicycle lighting, licensing of bicycles, riding on sidewalks, laws regulating bike path and trail use, helmet laws, child carrier laws, special bicycle traffic laws. It’s your responsibility to know and obey the laws.
Page 14: Riding Safety
Riders who insist on jumping their bikes risk serious damage, to their bicycles as well as to themselves. Before you attempt to jump, do stunt riding or race with your bike, read and understand Section 2.F. 7. Ride at a speed appropriate for conditions. Higher speed means higher risk.
Page 15: Off Road Safety
C. Off Road Safety We recommend that children not ride on rough terrain unless they are accompanied by an adult. 1. The variable conditions and hazards of off-road riding require close attention and specific skills. Start slowly on easier terrain and build up your skills. If your bike has suspension, the increased speed you may develop also increases your risk of losing control and falling.
Page 16 greatly increased risk of riding at dawn, at dusk or at night need to take extra care both riding and choosing specialized equipment which helps reduce that risk. Consult your dealer about night riding safety equipment. WARNING: Reflectors are not a substitute for required lights. Riding at dawn, at dusk, at night or at other times of poor visibility without an adequate bicycle lighting system and without reflectors is dangerous and may result in serious injury or death.
Page 17: Extreme, Stunt Or Competition Riding
Not all bicycles are designed for these types of riding, and those that are may not be suitable for all types of aggressive riding. Check with your dealer or the bicycle’s manufacturer about the suitability of your bicycle before engaging in...
Page 18: Changing Components Or Adding Accessories
A. Standover height 1. Diamond frame bicycles Standover height is the basic element of bike fit (see ). It is the distance from the ground to the top of the bicycle’s frame at that point where your crotch is when straddling the bike.
Page 19: Saddle Position
Once the saddle is at the correct height, make sure that the seat post does not project from the frame beyond its “Minimum Insertion” or “Maximum Extension” mark (fig. 4). NOTE: Some bicycles have a sight hole the seat tube, the purpose of which is to make it easy to see whether the seat post is inserted in the seat tube far enough to be safe.
Page 20 is far enough into the frame so that you can touch it through the bottom of the interrupted seat tube with the tip of your finger without inserting your finger beyond its first knuckle. Also see NOTE above and fig. WARNING: If your seat post is not inserted in the seat tube as described in B.1 above, the seat post may break, which could cause you...
Page 21: Handlebar Height And Angle
Minimum Insertion Mark the stem may break or damage the fork’s steerer tube, which could cause you to lose control and fall. WARNING: On some bicycles, changing the stem or stem height can affect the tension of the front brake cable, locking the front brake or creating excess cable slack which can make the front brake inoperable.
Page 22: Control Position Adjustments
Some bicycles are equipped with an adjustable angle stem. If your bicycle has an adjustable angle stem, ask your dealer to show you how to adjust if. Do not attempt to make the adjustment yourself, as changing stem angle may also require adjustments to the bicycle’s controls.
Page 23: Wheels
things described in this section before you attempt them yourself, and that you have your dealer check your work before you ride the bike. If you have even the slightest doubt as to whether you understand something in this section of the Manual, talk to your dealer.
Page 24: Secondary Retention Devices
1. Front Wheel Secondary Retention Devices Most bicycles have front forks which utilize a secondary wheel retention device to reduce the risk of the wheel disengaging from the fork if the wheel is incorrectly secured. Secondary retention devices are not a substitute for correctly securing your front wheel.
Page 25: Wheels With Cam Action Systems
a. The clip-on type is a part which the manufacturer adds to the front wheel hub or front fork. b. The integral type is molded, cast or machined into the outer faces of the front fork dropouts. Ask your dealer to explain the particular secondary retention device on your bike.
Page 26 internal gear rear hub, do not attempt to remove the wheel. The removal and re- installation of most hub brakes and internal gear hubs requires special knowledge. Incorrect removal or assembly can result in brake or gear failure, which can cause you to lose control and fall. CAUTION: If your bike has a disc brake, exercise care in touching the rotor or caliper.
Page 27 fork blade and curved toward the wheel. To apply enough clamping force, you should have to wrap your fingers around the fork blade for leverage, and the lever should leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand. (b) With a through-bolt or bolt-on system, tighten the fasteners to the torque specifications in Appendix D or the hub manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 28: Seat Post Cam Action Clamp
correctly inserted in the caliper. (1) With a cam action system, move the cam lever to the OPEN position (see fig. 8 a & b). The lever should be on the side of the wheel opposite the derailleur and freewheel sprockets. (2) On a derailleur bike, make sure that the rear derailleur is still in its outermost, high gear, position;...
Page 29 WARNING: Riding with an improperly tightened seat post can allow the saddle to turn or move and cause you to lose control and fall. Therefore: 1. Ask your dealer to help you make sure you know how to correctly clamp your seat post. 2.
Page 30: C. Brakes
cylindrical device through which the brake control cable runs and which is designed to provide a more progressive application of braking force. A modulator makes the initial brake lever force more gentle, progressively increasing force until full force is achieved. If your bike is equipped with a brake force modulator, take extra care in becoming familiar with its performance characteristics.
Page 31: Shifting Gears
pressure to each brake lever, until the wheel locks. When you apply one or both brakes, the bike begins to slow, but your body wants to continue at the speed at which it was going. This causes a transfer of weight to the front wheel (or, under heavy braking, around the front wheel hub, which could send you flying over the handlebars).
Page 32 • a drive chain a. Shifting Gears There are several different types and styles of shifting controls: levers, twist grips, triggers, combination shift/brake controls and push-buttons. Ask your dealer to explain the type of shifting controls that are on your bike, and to show you how they work.
Page 33 speed. It is not necessary to shift gears in sequence. Instead, find the “starting gear” which is right for your level of ability — a gear which is hard enough for quick acceleration but easy enough to let you start from a stop without wobbling —...
Page 34 This is common on small-framed bicycles, and is avoided by keeping the inside pedal up and the outside pedal down when making sharp turns. On any bicycle, this technique will also prevent the inside pedal from striking the ground in a turn.
Page 35: Bicycle Suspension
F. Bicycle Suspension Many bicycles are equipped with suspension systems. There are many different types of suspension systems — too many to deal with individually in this Manual. If your bicycle has a suspension system of any kind, be sure to read and follow the suspension manufacturer’s setup and service instructions.
Page 36: Tires And Tubes
Increasing your skill will take time and practice. Proceed carefully until you have learned to handle the full capabilities of your bike. WARNING: Not all bicycles can be safely retrofitted with some types of suspension systems. Before retrofitting a bicycle with any suspension, check with the bicycle’s manufacturer to make sure that what you want to...
Page 37 cause a puncture of the tube by allowing the tire to deform sufficiently to pinch the inner tube between the rim and the riding surface. CAUTION: Pencil type automotive tire gauges can be inaccurate and should not be relied upon for consistent, accurate pressure readings. Instead, use a high quality dial gauge.
Page 38: Service
Replace a patched tube as soon as possible. 5. Service WARNING: Technological advances have made bicycles and bicycle components more complex, and the pace of innovation is increasing. It is impossible for this manual to provide all the information required to properly repair and/or maintain your bicycle.
Page 39 All other service, maintenance and repair should be performed in a properly equipped facility by a qualified bicycle mechanic using the correct tools and procedures specified by the manufacturer. 1. Break-in Period: Your bike will last longer and work better if you break it in before riding it hard.
Page 40: If Your Bicycle Sustains An Impact
fatigue from stress at different rates and have different life cycles. If a component’s life cycle is exceeded, the component can suddenly and catastrophically fail, causing serious injury or death to the rider. Scratches, cracks, fraying and discoloration are signs of stress-caused fatigue and indicate that a part is at the end of its useful life and needs to be replaced.
Page 41: Warranty Information
Brooklyn Cruiser dealer. Proof of purchase is required. A warranty registration card or online warranty form must be completed and received by Brooklyn Cruiser LLC before a warranty claim can be processed. Warranty remedies are subject to depreciation based on age and use of the bicycle.
Page 42: Appendix A: Intended Use
No one type of bicycle is suited for all purposes. Your retailer can help you pick the “right tool for the job” and help you understand its limitations. There are many types of bicycles and many variations within each type. There are many types of mountain, road, racing, hybrid, touring, cyclocross and tandem bicycles.
Page 43: General Purpose Riding
General Purpose Riding CONDITION 2 Bikes designed for riding Condition 1, plus smooth gravel roads and improved trails with moderate grades where the tires do not lose ground contact. INTENDED For paved roads, gravel or dirt roads that are in good condition, and bike paths.
Page 44: All Mountain
Bikes designed for riding Conditions 1, 2, and 3, plus rough technical areas, moderately sized obstacles, and small jumps. INTENDED For trail and uphill riding. All-Mountain bicycles are: (1) more heavy duty than cross country bikes, but less heavy duty than Freeride bikes, (2) lighter and more nimble...
Page 45: Dirt Jump
Gravity, Freeride, and Downhill CONDITION 5 Bikes designed for jumping, hucking, high speeds, or aggressive riding on rougher surfaces, or landing on flat surfaces. However, this type of riding is extremely hazardous and puts unpredictable forces on a bicycle which may overload the frame, fork, or parts.
Page 46 Condition 5 terrain, you should take appropriate safety precautions such as more frequent bike inspections and replacement of equipment. You should also wear comprehensive safety equipment such as a full-face helmet, pads, and body armor. INTENDED For man-made dirt jumps, ramps, skate parks other predictable obstacles and terrain where riders need and use skill and bike control, rather than suspension.
Page 47: Road Tandems
Road Tandems CONDITION 1 Bikes designed for riding on a paved surface where the tires do not lose ground contact. INTENDED Are designed to be ridden on paved roads only. They are not designed for mountain biking or off-road use. NOT INTENDED Road tandem should not be taken off-road or used as a mountain tandem.
Page 48: Appendix B: Lifespan Of Your Bike And Its Components
All aspects of use being identical, lightweight bicycles and their components will usually have a shorter life than heavier bicycles and their components. In selecting a lightweight bicycle or components you are making a tradeoff, favoring the higher performance that comes with lighter weight over longevity.
Page 49 Please understand that there is no simple statement that can be made that characterizes the use of different metals for bicycles. What is true is how the metal chosen is applied is much more important than the material alone. One must look at the way the bike is designed, tested, manufactured, supported along with the characteristics of the metal rather than seeking a simplistic answer.
Page 50 in bent, buckled or folded metal. It is now common for the main frame to be made of metal and the fork of carbon fiber. See Section B, Understanding composites below. The relative ductility of metals and the lack of ductility of carbon fiber means that in a crash scenario you can expect some bending or bucking in the metal but none in the carbon.
Page 51 • SIGNIFICANT SCRATCHES, GOUGES, DENTS SIMPLE RULE 4 : Do not OR SCORING CREATE STARTING POINTS FOR scratch, gouge or score any CRACKS. Think about the cut surface as a focal point surface. If you do, pay fre- for stress (in fact engineers call such areas “stress ris- quent attention to this area or ers,”...
Page 52 The choice of where to place the carbon fibers gives engineers a powerful tool to create strong, light bicycles. Engineers may also orient fibers to suit other goals such as comfort and vibration damping.
Page 53 This is a job for a professional bicycle mechanic with the special tools, skills and experience to inspect and service today’s high-tech high-performance bicycles and their components. Aftermarket “Super Light” components Think carefully about your rider profile as outlined above. The more you fit the “shorten product life”...
Page 54 and your profile very honestly with your dealer. Take these choices seriously and understand that you are responsible for the changes. A useful slogan to discuss with your dealer if you contemplate changing components is “Strong, Light, Cheap –pick two.” Original Equipment components Bicycle and component manufacturers tests the fatigue life of the components that are original equipment on your bike.
Page 55: Appendix C: Coaster Brakes
Appendix C Coaster Brake 1. How the coaster brake works The coaster brake is a sealed mechanism which is a part of the bicycle’s rear wheel hub. The brake is activated by reversing the rotation of the pedal cranks (see fig. 5). Start with the pedal cranks in a nearly horizontal position, with the front pedal in about the 4 o’clock position, and apply downward foot pressure on the pedal that is to the rear.
Page 56: Appendix D: Fastener Torque Specifications
Appendix D Fastener Torque Specifications Correct tightening torque of threaded fasteners is very important to your safety. Always tighten fasteners to the correct torque. In case of a conflict between the instructions in this manual and information provided by a component manufacturer, consult with your dealer or the manufacturer’s customer service representative for clarification.