The Seat Fabric; Front Tension Strap Attachment; Chapter 3 - General Maintenance - Vision R82 Owner's Manual

Chapter 2 — Set-Up and Adjustment Chapter 2 — Set-Up and Adjustment
Chapter 2 — Set-Up and Adjustment Chapter 2 — Set-Up and Adjustment Chapter 2 — Set-Up and Adjustment

The Seat Fabric

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For the first few weeks of use, the seat fabric will stretch a bit
and appear loose. Simply tighten the fabric as needed — it will
stabilize after about 100 miles or so. The back tension is set
with the Velcro straps, and the seat base tension is set with a
web strap. Check the seat before each ride for abrasions, tears
and tightness.
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Step 1. Make a loop in the nose
strap about 6" long.
Step 2. Loop the strap over the
small stub tube in the center of the
seat frame.
Step 3. If needed, adjust the lenght
of the loop so the seat fabric is
supported over the top of the stub
tube.

Chapter 3 - General Maintenance

Chapter 3 - General Maintenance
Chapter 3 - General Maintenance Chapter 3 - General Maintenance Chapter 3 - General Maintenance
Take care of your chain and it will take care of you. If your
chain gets really nasty, there are some nice cleaning systems on
the market—boxes that enclose the chain in it's own little
washing machine. We recommend these over removing the
chain from the bike to soak it. You should avoid breaking the
chain any more than is absolutely necessary.
Pump up your tires. Pump up your tir Pump up your tir Pump up your tir Pump up your tir es. es. es. es.
It is normal for tire pressure to drop slowly. Check the pressure
every week with a good hand pump. Inflate the tires to the
pressure rating printed on the tire itself. Don't use pumps at gas
stations... you'll be sorry if you do, your tires might blow off the
rim.
Lube your components. Using your chain lube, or better still, a
drip bottle of general bicycle lubricant (NOT "3 in 1" oil),
carefully apply drops of lubricant to all the pivot points of the
components. Do the brakes and the derailleur. As you move
around the bike examine all the cables and casing pieces for
wear and tear. Also examine the components for any damage.
Know your bike. Know your bike.
Know your bike. Know your bike. Know your bike.
It's simple—just get to know the feel of your bike. If something
feels different, and you can't figure out what it is, bring your
bike to a shop to have it checked out. All of the components on
the Vision Tandem are bicycle standards, and any competent
shop can service it.
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