Kona bicycle Owner's Manual page 14

Once the saddle is at the correct
height, make sure that the seatpost
does not project from the frame
beyond its "Minimum Insertion" or
"Maximum Extension" mark [Fig. 4].
2. Front and back adjustment. The
saddle can be adjusted forward or
back to help you get the optimal
position on the bike. Ask your dealer
to set the saddle for your optimal
riding position and to show you
how to make this adjustment.
If you choose to make your own
front and back adjustment, make
sure that the clamp mechanism
is clamping on the straight part of
the saddle rails and is not touching
the curved part of the rails, and that you are using the
recommended torque on the clamping fastener(s) (see the
manufacturer's instructions).
3. Saddle angle adjustment. Most people prefer a horizon-
tal saddle; but some riders like the saddle nose angled up
or down just a little. Your dealer can adjust saddle angle
or teach you how to do it. If you choose to make your
own saddle angle adjustment and you have a single bolt
saddle clamp on your seat post, it is critical that you loosen
the clamp bolt sufficiently to allow any serrations on the
mechanism to disengage before changing the saddle's
angle, and then that the serrations fully re-engage before
you tighten the clamp bolt to the recommended torque
(see the manufacturer's instructions).
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WARNING: When making saddle angle adjustments
with a single bolt saddle clamp, always check to
make sure that the serrations on the mating surfaces
of the clamp are not worn. Worn serrations on the
clamp can allow the saddle to move, causing you to
lose control and fall. Always tighten fasteners to the
correct torque. Bolts that are too tight can stretch and
deform. Bolts that are too loose can move and fatigue.
Either mistake can lead to a sudden failure of the bolt,
causing you to lose control and fall.
NOTE: If your bicycle is equipped with a suspension seat
post, the suspension mechanism may require periodic
service or maintenance. Ask your dealer for recommended
service intervals for your suspension seat post.
Small changes in saddle position can have a substantial
effect on performance and comfort. To find your best
saddle position, make only one adjustment at a time.
WARNING: After any saddle adjustment, be sure that
the saddle adjusting mechanism is properly tightened
before riding. A loose saddle clamp or seat post binder
can cause damage to the seat post, or can cause you to
lose control and fall. A correctly tightened saddle adjust-
ing mechanism will allow no saddle movement in any
direction. Periodically check to make sure that the saddle
adjusting mechanism is properly tightened.
If, in spite of carefully adjusting the saddle height, tilt and
fore-and-aft position, your saddle is still uncomfortable, you
may need a different saddle design. Saddles, like people,
come in many different shapes, sizes and resilience. Your
dealer can help you select a saddle which, when correctly
adjusted for your body and riding style, will be comfortable.
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