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  • Page 3: Part I

    PaRt i primary contact for service and adjustment of your Is a generic guide to the proper function and use bicycle, instruction in its use, and any warranty of bicycles. This generic information is used by questions. many bike companies. Most aspects of bicycles are common or “generic.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PaRt i Contents seCtion 5. seRviCe ......38-41 5.A Service Intervals ............39 5.B If Your Bicycle Sustains an Impact ......41 Use of this manUal .........1 PaRt ii seCtion a. PaRt i imPoRtant safety info ....42-50 A Wide Range of Injuries Are Possible ......42 GeneRal WaRninG ........4...
  • Page 5 Bike Types ................60 aPPendiCes Inspection and Maintenance Routines......60 Suspension ................61 APPENDIX A. Jumping ..................61 Cannondale BB30 Bicycle Frames .........86 Stay In Control ..............61 Downhill and Lift-Serviced Riding ........61 APPENDIX B. Shifting Gears While Pedaling ........61 Maximum Fork Length ............87 Freeride and Downhill Riding .........64 APPENDIX C.

  • Page 6: Part I

    As a parent, or inspect your bicycle and of failure to follow safe you should read this manual, as well as review its cycling practices.

  • Page 7: Section 1. First

    1. Is your bike the right size? To check, see SECTION serious injury or death. 3.A. If your bicycle is too large or too small for you, You may lose control and fall. If your new bike is 4. If your bike has toeclips and straps or clipless not the right size, ask your dealer to exchange it (“step-in”) pedals, make sure you know how they...

  • Page 8: C Mechanical Safety Check

    To make sure that the many fasteners on your bicycle bouncing your weight on the bike while looking at are correctly tightened. See page 78.

  • Page 9: Handlebar And Saddle Alignment

    Please also read and become thoroughly familiar Make sure the front and rear wheels are correctly with the important information on the lifespan secured. See SECTION 4.A of your bicycle and its components in PaRt ii, seCtion d. insPeCt foR safety.

  • Page 10: D First Ride

    1.d - fiRst Ride When you buckle on your helmet and go for your first familiarization ride on your new bicycle, be sure to pick a controlled environment, away from cars, other cyclists, obstacles or other hazards. Ride to become...

  • Page 11: A The Basics

    Never ride barefoot or in sandals. • Bright, visible clothing that is not so loose that it can be tangled in the bicycle or snagged by objects at the side of the road or trail. • Protective eye wear, to protect against airborne dirt, dust and bugs —tinted when the sun is...

  • Page 12: B Riding Safety

    13. Observe and yield the right of way. • Parked car doors opening. 14. Never ride your bicycle while under the influence • Pedestrians stepping out. of alcohol or drugs. • Children or pets playing near the road.

  • Page 13: C Off-Road Safety

    2.C - off-Road safety 2.d - Wet WeatheR RidinG We recommend that children not ride on rough Under wet conditions, the stopping power of your terrain unless they are accompanied by an adult. brakes (as well as the brakes of other vehicles sharing the road) is dramatically reduced and your tires don’t 1.

  • Page 14: E Night Riding

    PaRt i 2.e - niGht RidinG WaRninG Riding a bicycle at night is many times more dangerous than riding during the day. A bicyclist do not Remove the fRont oR ReaR is very difficult for motorists and pedestrians to RefleCtoRs oR RefleCtoR BRaCkets fRom see.

  • Page 15: F Extreme, Stunt, Or Competition Riding

    When riding fast down hill, you can reach speeds achieved by motorcycles, and therefore face similar hazards and risks. Have your bicycle and equipment carefully inspected by a qualified mechanic and be sure it is in perfect condition. Consult with expert riders and race officials on conditions and equipment advisable at the site where you plan to ride.

  • Page 16: G Changing Components

    Be sure to read, understand and follow break or damage parts of the bicycle and void the the instructions that accompany the products you warranty purchase for your bicycle.

  • Page 17: Section 3. Fit

    2). It is the distance from the ground to the top of 2. Step-through frame bicycles the bicycle’s frame at that point where your crotch is when straddling the bike. To check for correct stand Standover height does not apply to bicycles with over height, straddle the bike while wearing the step-through frames.

  • Page 18: B Saddle Position

    The saddle can be adjusted in three directions: enough to be safe. If your bicycle has such a sight 1. Up and down adjustment hole, use it instead of the “Minimum Insertion” or “Maximum Extension”...
  • Page 19 NOTE: If your bicycle is equipped with a suspension seat post, periodically ask your dealer to check it. 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.

  • Page 20: Handlebar Height And Angle

    PaRt i 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.

  • Page 21: D Control Position Adjustments

    Some bicycles are equipped with an adjustable Many bikes have brake levers which can be adjusted angle stem. If your bicycle has an adjustable angle for reach. If you have small hands or find it difficult stem, ask your dealer to show you how to adjust if.

  • Page 22: Section 4. Tech

    RidinG With an imPRoPeRly seCURed work before you ride the bike. Wheel Can alloW the Wheel to WoBBle oR fall off the BiCyCle, WhiCh Can CaUse If you have even the slightest doubt as to whether seRioUs inJURy oR death. theRefoRe, it is...
  • Page 23 Your bicycle may be equipped with a different securing method for the front wheel than for the rear wheel. Discuss the wheel securing method for your bicycle with your dealer. It is very important that you understand the type of wheel securing method on your bicycle, that you know how to secure the wheels correctly, and that you know how to apply the correct clamping force that safely secures the wheel.
  • Page 24 Secondary retention devices 8b). Both use an over-center cam action to clamp are not a substitute for correctly securing your front the bike’s wheel in place. Your bicycle may have a wheel. cam-and-cup front wheel retention system and a traditional rear wheel cam action system.
  • Page 25 The cam-and-cup system on your front wheel your bike has through bolt or bolt-on front wheel will have been correctly adjusted for your bicycle retention, loosen the fastener(s) a few turns by your dealer. Ask your dealer to check the counter-clockwise using an appropriate wrench, adjustment every six months.
  • Page 26 ClamPinG the Wheel With a side of the bicycle (fig. 8a & b). If your bike has a Cam aCtion Retention deviCe takes clip-on type secondary retention device, engage ConsideRaBle foRCe.
  • Page 27 (3) On a derailleur gear system, pull the derailleur (5) On a single speed or an internal gear hub, replace body back with your right hand. the chain on the chainring; pull the wheel back in the dropouts so that it is straight in the frame and (4) With a cam action mechanism, move the quick- the chain has about 1/4 inches of up-and-down release lever to the OPEN position (fig.

  • Page 28: B Seat Post Cam Action Clamp

    PaRt i adjusting the seat Post Cam action (8) If you disengaged the brake quick-release mechanism in 3. c. (2) above, re-engage it to mechanism restore correct brake pad-to-rim clearance. The action of the cam squeezes the seat collar (9) Spin the wheel to make sure that it is centered around the seat post to hold the seat post securely in the frame and clears the brake pads;...

  • Page 29: C Brakes

    2. how Brakes Work lever force more gentle, progressively increasing force The braking action of a bicycle is a function of the until full force is achieved. If your bike is equipped with friction between the brake surfaces — usually the a brake force modulator, take extra care in becoming brake pads and the wheel rim.
  • Page 30 PaRt i Brakes are designed to control your speed, not just to Two keys to effective speed control and safe stopping stop the bike. Maximum braking force for each wheel are controlling wheel lockup and weight transfer. occurs at the point just before the wheel “locks up” This weight transfer is even more pronounced if your (stops rotating) and starts to skid.
  • Page 31 OPEN Figure 11. Figure 14. OPEN PUSH Figure 12. Figure 15. OPEN Figure 13.

  • Page 32: Coaster Brakes

    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 (indicated by arrow above). 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...

  • Page 33: D Shifting Gears

    (see 2. below) or, in some special cases, a combination of the two. CaUtion 1. how a derailleur drivetrain works if your bicycle has a derailleur drivetrain, the gear-changing mechanism will have: Never move the shifter while pedaling backward, nor pedal backwards immediately after having •...
  • Page 34 See your dealer for help. 2. how an internal gear hub drivetrain works If your bicycle has an internal gear hub drivetrain, the gear changing mechanism will consist of: • a 3, 5, 7, 8, 12 speed or possibly an infinitely variable internal gear hub •...

  • Page 35: E Pedals

    2. Some bicycles come equipped with pedals that have sharp and potentially dangerous surfaces. These surfaces are designed to add safety by increasing grip between the rider’s shoe and the pedal. If your bicycle has this type of high- performance pedal, you must take extra care...

  • Page 36: F Bicycle Suspension

    — too many to deal with individually in this Manual. If your bicycle has a suspension system of any kind, be Many clipless pedals are designed to allow the rider sure to read and follow the suspension manufacturer’s to adjust the amount of force needed to engage or setup and service instructions.

  • Page 37: G Tires And Tubes

    4.G tiRes and tUBes Figure 17. 1. tires The best and safest way to inflate a bicycle tire to the Bicycle tires are available in many designs and correct pressure is with a bicycle pump which has a specifications, ranging from general-purpose designs built-in pressure gauge.
  • Page 38 PaRt i Very low pressures, at the bottom of the recommended pressure range, give the best performance on smooth, slick terrain such as hard-packed clay, and on deep, loose surfaces such as deep, dry sand. Tire pressure that is too low for your weight and the riding conditions can 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.

  • Page 39: Tire Valves

    The Presta valve (fig. 18) has a narrower diameter and is only found on bicycle tires. To inflate a Presta valve tube using a Presta headed bicycle pump, remove the valve cap; unscrew (counterclockwise) the valve stem lock nut;...

  • Page 40: Section 5. Service

    WaRninG component manufacturer. 2. Ask your dealer to recommend a book on bicycle teChnoloGiCal advanCes have made repair. BiCyCles and BiCyCle ComPonents moRe 3. Ask your dealer about the availability of bicycle ComPleX, and the PaCe of innovation is repair courses in your area.

  • Page 41: A Service Intervals

    Feel smooth? If you feel any maintenance and repair should be performed in binding or roughness in the steering, you may a properly equipped facility by a qualified bicycle have a tight headset. Have your dealer check it. mechanic using the correct tools and procedures specified by the manufacturer.
  • Page 42 The bicycle’s warranty is not meant to suggest that the bicycle cannot be broken or will last forever. It only means that the bicycle is covered subject to the terms of the warranty. Please be sure to read PaRt ii, seCtion d.

  • Page 43: B If Your Bicycle Sustains An Impact

    Seek medical help if necessary. Next, check your bike for damage, and fix what you can so you can get home. Then, take your bicycle to your dealer for a thorough check. Carbon composite components, including fames, wheels, handlebars, stems, cranksets, brakes, etc.

  • Page 44: Important Safety Info

    Use of a proper bicycle helmet and around your body. Crash worthiness cannot be a appropriate protective gear design criterion. A rider sits on a bicycle and can be ■ Reading and thinking about this entire easily thrown off for many reasons including overly owner’s...

  • Page 45: Warning Label

    RidinG in tRaffiC (and CommUtinG) is Do not remove it. If you bought an older Cannondale hazaRdoUs and yoU Can Be seveRely or are refinishing any Cannondale, contact us for a no inJURed oR killed doinG it.

  • Page 46: Riding At Night, Dusk, Dawn

    RefleCtoRs aRe not a sUBstitUte foR ■ Install front and rear lights. PRoPeR liGhts. it is yoUR ResPonsiBility to eQUiP yoUR BiCyCle With all national, ■ Install a blinker or strobe light. state and loCally mandated liGhts. ■...

  • Page 47: Refinishing

    Refinish: (suggestions) • Understand that your Cannondale warranty will be voided • Go to a professional bicycle repainter (often a frame builder). • Ask about the professional’s experience with aluminum and/or carbon frames. •...

  • Page 48: Child Carriers

    Be very careful when towing a trailer. Remember that braking distances increase, and the trailer will track inside the line of the bicycle when making turns. Children should always wear helmets when riding in a child carrier or trailer.

  • Page 49: Installing Accessories

    Have all accessories mounted by your Authorized fitted to some triathlon or racing bikes. They are also Cannondale Retailer. Be sure that any accessory you added by customers. Understand that when riding or your authorized retailer fits to your bike does not...

  • Page 50: About Shimmy

    PaRalyzed oR killed. Please consult with your retailer on the simple steps you must follow to avoid an accident. Insist that your retailer work with you to determine if your own combination of bicycle, shoe(s) and components have this common design feature.

  • Page 51: Brake Power Modulators

    It is important that you understand modulators are not an intelligent, sophisticated system. Modulators ARE NOT anti-lock braking systems (ABS). Bicycle brake modulators are not like ABS in a car. Unlike automotive ABS there is not an intelligent system of sensors and computer control.

  • Page 52: Aftermarket Power Systems

    PoWeR systems WaRninG do not install a PoWeR system (Gas oR eleCtRiC tyPe) onto yoUR Bike. Your Cannondale bike was not designed or intended for use with any type of aftermarket power system. There are many types of power systems from many different manufacturers.

  • Page 53: Section B. Intended Use

    PURPose Can Be hazaRdoUs. UsinG yoUR Bike the WRonG Way is danGeRoUs. 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.

  • Page 54: High Performance Road

    * Seat Bag /Handlebar Bag Only Condition 1 Bikes designed for riding on a paved surface where the tires do not lose ground contact. Cannondale Bike models Super Six, Slice Carbon, Six Carbon, Six, Slice, Synapse, CAAD7, CAAD8, CAAD9, Ironman, SystemSix, CAPO, All Road Tandems intended To be ridden on paved roads only.

  • Page 55: General Purpose Riding

    Bikes designed for riding Condition 1, plus smooth gravel roads and improved trails with moderate grades where the tires do not lose ground contact. Cannondale Bike models: Hooligan, Street, Touring, Trekking, Adventure, Comfort, Quick, Bad Boy, All Cyclocross, Street Tandem,...

  • Page 56: Cross-Country, Marathon, Hardtails

    NOT jumping. All mountain bikes without rear suspension are Condition 3, and so are some lightweight rear suspension models. Cannondale Bike models Rush, Rush Carbon, Taurine, Caffeine, Scalpel, F-Series, Law Enforcement intended For cross-country riding and racing which ranges from mild to agressive over intermediate terrain (e.g., hilly with small obstacles like roots, rocks, loose...

  • Page 57: All Mountain

    5 / 2.3 305 / 138 rough technical areas, moderately sized obstacles, and small jumps. * Seat Bag Only Cannondale Bike models Prophet, Jekyll, Rize, Moto intended For trail and uphill riding. All-Mountain bicycles are: (1) more heavy duty than cross country...

  • Page 58: Gravity, Freeride, Downhill

    Freeride flat surfaces. However, this type of riding is extremely bikes are heavier and harder to ride uphill than All- hazardous and puts unpredictable forces on a bicycle Mountain bikes. which may overload the frame, fork, or parts. If you...

  • Page 59: Dirt Jump

    However, this type of riding is extremely hazardous and puts unpredictable forces on a bicycle which may overload the frame, fork, or parts. If you choose to ride in Condition 5 terrain, you should take appropriate safety precautions such as more frequent bike inspections and replacement of equipment.

  • Page 60: Cyclocross

    For cyclocross riding, training and racing. Cyclocross are not designed for mountain biking or off-road use. involves riding on a variety of terrain and surfaces Cannondale road tandems are designed for touring with racks and panniers. including dirt or mud surfaces. Cyclocross bikes...

  • Page 61: Mountain Tandems

    PART II, SECTION C. MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDING of this manual . The added challenges of tandem riding, mean that you should limit off-road tandem riding to easy-moderate terrain. Please read your Cannondale Tandems Owner’s Manual Supplement. It contains important safety information specific to tandem riding!

  • Page 62: Mountain Bike Riding

    Matching the intended use of any kind of weight distribution, application of power, application mountain bike to your expected riding is of brakes and steering driven by the conditions one import.

  • Page 63: Suspension

    ContRol Suspension will increase the handling capabilities and comfort of your bicycle. This enhanced capability WaRninG may allow you to ride faster, particularly on rough or bumpy surfaces. As common sense tells you, failURe to Ride in ContRol CoUld ResUlt increased speed brings increased risk.
  • Page 64 PaRt ii shiftinG GeaRs While PedalinG CaUtion Shifting under extreme pedaling pressure puts a great amount of stress on components. While most components can withstand an occasional “power shift, ” continual power shifting will most assuredly damage some part of your drivetrain. Whenever possible, ease up on your pedals when shifting.
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  • Page 66: Freeride And Downhill Riding

    PaRt ii fReeRidinG & doWnhill WaRninG fReeRidinG and otheR foRms of “eXtReme RidinG” Re eXtRemely danGeRoUs. yoU Can Be seveRely inJURed oR killed in a seRioUs aCCident. Freeriding, jumping, hucking, dirt jumping, mountaincross, downhill, slalom, slopestyle, urban or street riding or other evolving forms of extreme or hard core mountain biking are inherently dangerous and can lead to serious accidents.
  • Page 67 (See the Cannondale Limited Warranty in this manual). The warranty doesn’t mean that they’re going to last forever. They’re not. The warranty certainly doesn’t mean that the bicycle can in any way protect you from injury. Use of specialized Protective Gear Cannondale has long urged the use of helmets.

  • Page 68: Inspect For Safety

    Periodic, more detailed inspection to your bicycle, some of the trade offs made in your bicycle important. often designing your bicycle, what you can expect from...

  • Page 69: Understanding Metals

    Metals are subject to fatigue. With enough cycles of use, at high enough loads, metals will eventually Steel is the traditional material for building bicycle develop cracks that lead to failure. It is very important frames. It has good characteristics, but in high that you read Metal Fatigue 101 next.
  • Page 70 This simple definition will help you understand that fatigue has nothing to do with time or age. A bicycle in a garage does not fatigue. Fatigue happens only through use. So what kind of “damage” are we talking about? On a microscopic level, a crack forms in a highly stressed area.
  • Page 71 Think about such a noise as a serious warning • ONCE A CRACKS STARTS IT CAN GROW AND signal. Note that a well-maintained bicycle will GRoW fast. Think about the crack as forming be very quiet and free of creaks and squeaks.
  • Page 72 (or have downtube where it intersects the headtube your retailer inspect) your bicycle. The more you fit 3. Next carefully inspect the area where the the “shorten product life” profile, the more frequent crankset and rear wheel come closest to the your need to inspect.
  • Page 73 3. Each time, before you ride the bike, check Cannondale headshok or lefty forks that the wheel is securely clamped. If you have a Cannondale fork you must follow the The clamping action of a correctly secured wheel special inspection instructions in the Owner’s Manual must emboss the surfaces of the dropouts.

  • Page 74: Understanding Composites (Carbon Fiber)

    While fatigue life is an advantage of carbon fiber, carbon fibers are strong and light, but when crashed Cannondale still urges you to regularly inspect your or overloaded, carbon fibers do not bend, they carbon fiber frame, fork, or components.

  • Page 75: Understanding Components

    Inspect for cracks, broken, or splintered areas. Any inspect them. Most customers will use this crack is serious. Do not ride any bicycle or component component list as a checklist. The intention here is to that has a crack of any size.
  • Page 76 The threads of the seat post bolts be greased before ■ original equipment Components reassembly. Cannondale tests the fatigue life of many of the Be sure the clamp assembly is clamped only to the components that are original equipment on your straight parallel part of the saddle rails.
  • Page 77 ■ Pedals WaRninG Remove both from the crankset. Clean and inspect carefully for cracks. Pay particular attention to the pedal axle. See clipless pedal manufacturer’s do not Ride on a Rim that has Been WoRn instructions for information on cleat wear and oUt! replacement.

  • Page 78: Bicycle Lifespan

    CAAD8 frame will have a shorter life than a heavier over, continued use is hazardous. CAAD3 frame. Every Cannondale bicycle frame and the components In selecting lightweight frames and components attached to the frame have a finite, limited useful life.

  • Page 79: Maintenance

    DO NOT power wash or spray water under high seveRely inJURed oR PaRalyzed. pressure to clean. Power washing will force Please ask your Cannondale Dealer to help you contaminants into parts where they will promote develop a complete maintenance program, a...

  • Page 80: Lubrication

    Correct tightening torque for the fasteners (bolts, chain should be lubricated. Consult with your retailer screws, nuts) on your bicycle is very important to your to choose among the many types of chain lubes best safety. Correct tightening torque for the fasteners is suited to your climate and riding conditions.

  • Page 81: Repair/Work Stands

    BiCyCle RePaiR / WoRk stands The clamping jaws of a bike stand can generate a crushing force strong enough to seriously damage your frame. See next figure. CaUtion Never place your bike in a bike stand by clamping incorrect the frame.

  • Page 82: Applying Frame Protection

    If you find that applied guards are wearing out very quickly, Some areas of your bicycle require protection from consult with your Cannondale Dealer about the abrasion. If protection is not in place, damage can routing on your bike.
  • Page 83 Right Chainstay Plate Chainstay Protector On mountain or road bikes, the chainstay plate (1) On mountain or road bikes, the chainstay protector is located on the right chainstay (2) just behind is a clear, adhesive film applied to the upper surface the chainrings (3).

  • Page 84: Section F. Cannondale Limited Warranty

    This limited warranty is not meant to suggest or imply that is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction that a the bicycle cannot be broken or will last forever. It does mean certain provision of this limited warranty does not apply,...

  • Page 85: Warranty Registration

    Bottom Bracket The other number stamped into the bottom bracket seRial nUmBeR in the same area are NOT unique to your bicycle although, they could be helpful to authorities in theft The serial number for your bike is located on a recovery.

  • Page 86: Cannondale Authorized Distributors

    0031-541-514240 eURoPe (GloBal): Cannondale B.V., Postbus 5100, eURoPean toURism and ResoRts: distributors@ Hanzepoort 27, 7570 GC,Oldenzaal, NL, tel: 0031-541-573580, cannondale.com, tel: 0041 61 4879387, fax: 0041 61 4879385 email: servicedeskeurope@cannondale.com fax: 0031-541-514240, 0031-541-573587, fax: 0031-541-514240 CRoatia: Keindl Sport, Reljkoviceva 2, 10000 Zagreb,...
  • Page 87 Flying Ball Bicycle, 478 Castle Peak Road, Cheung Sha Wan, Hong Kong, tel: 852-238-13661, fax: 852- PUeRto RiCo: TL Bicycle Distributor Inc, Jose A. Lugo, 670 239-74406, www.flyingball.com Ave Ponce De Leon #318, San Juan Puerto Rico, 00906,...

  • Page 88: Cannondale Bb30 Standard Bicycle Frames

    Can oCCUR if yoU attemPt to Remove a BB30 adaPteR fRom a CaRBon fiBeR fRame. The bottom bracket shell of certain Cannondale bicycles are constructed of carbon fiber (composite). If a BB30-to-Standard English adapter has been installed, IT MUST NOT BE REMOVED.

  • Page 89: Maximum Fork Length

    Exceeding the MAXIMUM FORK LENGTH limit can overload the frame causing it to fail (break) while riding. Your retailer MUST follow observe this specification for your bike. For Maximum Fork Length specifications for Cannondale bicycles, see http://www.cannondale.com/tech_center/ seveRely inJURed,...

  • Page 90: Carbon Fiber Seat Posts

    If the seat post is damaged in any way, (cracks, 2. Apply small amount of a carbon seat post gel scratches, scrapes, gouges, splintering), do not (Cannondale part number KF115/) to seat post ride it; discard it. Replace it with a new one. surface.
  • Page 91 Do not shorten or cut a seat post. Ask your Cannondale dealer for help in properly fitting and adjusting your seat post. 4. keeP the seat Post’s “minimUm inseRt” BeloW the toP of the seat tUBe.

  • Page 92: Carbon Fiber Forks And Stems

    Incorrectly installing, adjusting, servicing, or assembling the wrong parts (handlebar stem, compression assembly, brake bolt, spacers and spacer positions) on your bicycle fork can cause serious damage to it. Any failure in the fork, headset, handlebar stem, or compression assembly while riding can cause you to have a serious accident.
  • Page 93 Carbon fiber bicycle forks and stems come in many different shapes. The basic parts common to most carbon forks and handlebar stem systems are shown here. Your fork appearance and shape may vary from what is shown. If you have any questions about your fork, ask your Cannondale Dealer.

  • Page 94: Bicycle Racks

    However, any bicycle rack has the potential to seriously damage your bicycle. Damage can occur immediately due to some aspect of an incompatible or poor rack design. Damage can occur after repeated mounting, and dis-mounting. Damage can also happen while the the bike is being transported in the rack.
  • Page 95 When clamp is tightened the carbon downtube can be broken. In this design, wheels are clamped in When clamp is looser, chafing can cause structural wear. a wheel tray and the bicycle is held A loose clamp can allow movement and possible chafing upright by and arm clamping the damage.

  • Page 96: Bicycle Trainers

    WaRninG Potential damage keeP ChildRen aWay fRom BiCyCles moUnted on stationaRy tRaineRs, even When the BiCyCle is not in Use. CaUtion Spinning wheels attract children’s attention and improperly mounting a bike in a trainer, or present a serious risk to young fingers.
  • Page 97 (See PART I, fastened? Be sure to read the section on proper Section 2.A The Basics). operation of quick-release skewers (See PART I, are your seatpost and stem securely fastened? Section 4.A Wheels).
  • Page 98 PaRt ii are your front and rear brakes functioning properly? With V-brakes, the quick release “noodle” must be properly installed. With cantilever brakes, the quick release straddle cable must be properly attached. With caliper brakes the quick release lever must be closed. With any rim brake, the brake pads must make firm contact with the rim without the brake levers hitting the handlebar grip (See PART I, Section 4.C Brakes).

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