1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Scott Manuals
  4. Bicycle
  5. Bicycles
  6. Owner's manual

Scott Bicycles Owner's Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Scott Bicycles

Summary of Contents for Scott Bicycles

  • Page 2 SCOTT BICYCLES OWNER MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    > Congratulations P. 2 > Bicycle safety P. 2 > Saddle height P. 3 > Suspension on Scott mountain bikes P. 3 > Gears P. 4 > Adjustment of the Index rear derailleur P. 4 > Adjutment of the front derailleur P.

  • Page 4: Congratulations

    (cf maintenance), ce. Whether you are a beginning cyclist, or a seasoned pro. SCOTT bicycles will provide endless hours of two- Always have a light at night and install reflectors wheeled fun.

  • Page 5: Saddle Height

    Frame size and saddle height Mountain Bikes Comfortable riding not only depends on the position of If you have chosen a SCOTT bike equipped with a the saddle, but also on its height. You can accurately suspension fork, please refer to the enclosed adjust the height of the saddle to the length of your legs instructions of the manufacturer.

  • Page 6: Gears

    Adjustment of the Index rear derailleur Introduction on derailleurs All SCOTT bikes are fitted with a so-called index rear derailleur. This derailleur can be positioned exactly The front and the rear derailleur have already been below the required sprocket through pre programmed adjusted by your SCOTT dealer.

  • Page 7: Adjustment Of The Front Derailleur

    Adjustment of the Index rear Adjustment of the front derailleur derailleur Low adjustment Usually, the front derailleur is secured to the seat Largest sprocket tube with a clamping strip, fitted with a bolt. As a Turn the low adjustment screw so guide pulley that the guide pulley moves to a result the derailleur can be moved up/down and tur-...
  • Page 8 OWNER MANUAL Adjustment of the front derailleur Mount the front derailleur on the seat tube Change the chain to the smallest and the largest (without chain) and turn it in a temporary position, gear. In both gears, the front derailleur must smoothly and immediately change the chain from Check that the chain guide does not protrude the smallest to the largest chain wheel and vice...

  • Page 9: Chain Maintenance

    Rohloff Chain Caliber 2 from your Damage to the change control may result. SCOTT Dealer. This caliber will help you to work out Rear lever Operation whether your chain is too slack of not.
  • Page 10 OWNER MANUAL Operation Rapidfire plus system Operation of Shimano Dual Control System Front Lever operation Lever A to change from a small sprocket to a larger sprocket. For both lever A and lever B, the lever always returns to the initial position when it is released after changing. Lever B to change from a large sprocket to a smaller sprocket.
  • Page 11 Operation of Shimano Dual Control System Operation of rear derailleur levers Operation of front derailleur levers Lever A (to change from a small sprocket to a larger Lever a (to change from a small chain-ring to a sprocket) larger chain-ring). Lever A has a click stop at positions 1, 2, and 3.
  • Page 12 OWNER MANUAL Trimming (noise prevention mechanism) If the chain is on the largest chain wheel and the largest sprocket, the chain will rub against the front derailleur plate. When this occurs, press lever b to the point where it clicks, this causes the front derailleur to move slightly towards the smaller chain wheel, thereby elimi- nating the noise.
  • Page 13 Trimming (noise prevention mechanism) Trimming operation Chain Symptom position Lever operation Front derailleur movement Largest Chain contacts chainring outer plate trimming operation Before trimming After trimming Lever Outer plate Smaller Front derailleur movement sprockets Intermediate chainring Smaller sprockets Smallest chainring Click Chain (Hits)

  • Page 14: Brakes

    Brake adjustment general Loosen up the security screw with a 2 mm allen key. Your SCOTT bike is fitted with a reliable and well-func- Push the used brake pad out of the aluminium brake tioning braking system, provided the brakes are correct- shoe.
  • Page 15 Centring the brake shoe V-Brake Make a minor adjustment by using the centring 1. While holding the shoe against the rim, tighten adjustment screw. the shoe fixing nut. 2. Pass the inner cable through the inner cable lead, and after setting so that the total of the Readjustment of the brake shoe clearance clearances between the left and right shoes and Turn the cable-adjustment bolt to readjust the...
  • Page 16 OWNER MANUAL V-Brake Replacement of the brake pads/ cartridge shoe 3. Adjust the balance with the spring tension Remove the security pin on the brake shoe. adjustment screws. 1. Remove the brake pad by sliding it along the groove of the brake shoe bar.

  • Page 17: Disc Brakes

    Disc brakes Tires and Rims If your bike is equipped with disc brakes, please refer to Tires should always be inflated within the manu- the enclosed instructions of the manufacturer. facture’s recommendations. Please keep in mind that disc brakes need up to 30-100 They are rated from 40 to 80 lbs.

  • Page 18: Maintenance And Care

    When riding in wet and muddy terrain for example, the rim is quickly worm out. SCOTT bikes that are fully equipped (lights, mudguard, carrier) have a wear-out- Please check before every ride: indicator.
  • Page 19 Please check additionally Please check if necessary or at monthly: least once a year at your dealer: – Front and rear derailleur for perfect function and – chain wear and tension ( on bikes equipped with grease them. If necessary readjust the system internal gear hubs).

  • Page 20: Bicycle Care

    OWNER MANUAL Please check if necessary Bicycle care - chain wear and tension (on bikes equipped with In order to keep the function and optic of the bike in internal gear hubs). Readjust if necessary, clean and good condition we recommend periodical bicycle care. grease the chain Doing so keeps the value of the bike and helps to pre- - bottom bracket cartridge for play, if necessary replace it...

  • Page 21: Tightening Torques For Scott Bikes

    Tightening Torques for Scott Bikes Rear Derailleur Mounting bolt 7.8-9.8 Nm Cable fixing bolt 3.9-5.9 Nm Pulley screws 2.9-3.9 Nm Front Derailleur Clamp 4.9-6.8 Nm Cable fixing bolt 4.9-6.8 Nm Rapidfire lever Clamp mounting bolt 4.9-6.8 Nm Clamp mounting bolt 4.9-6.8 Nm...

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    OWNER MANUAL Troubleshooting Trouble Reason Solution Fork shakes headset loose tighten and lock Chain pops out - derailleurs not adjusted adjust acc. to manual - chainwheel bent fix or change bearings squeak or crack bottom bracket replacement pedals need grease dismount, clean, grease hubs need grease dismount, clean, grease...

  • Page 23: Warranty

    The warranty period starts at the day of purchase. Under reservation of national legislation. In case of a warranty claim the decision to repair or to replace the bike or defective part is up to Scott. Wear and tear is not taken into account by the warranty.

  • Page 24: Parts Of Wear And Tear

    OWNER MANUAL Parts of wear and tear Chain In case of small cracks or deformation of the brake sur- face of the rim while inflating the tires replace the rim Due to its use the chain is subject to wear and tear. This immediately.
  • Page 25 Parts of wear and tear Handlebar grips Due to their use handlebar grips are subject to wear and tear, and should be replaced immediately in case they do not fit anymore to the handlebar or get loosen. Handlebar, stem and seat post Handlebar, stem and seat post are under high dynamic for- ces while riding.

  • Page 26: Protocol For Handing Over

    OWNER MANUAL Protocol for handing over SCOTT Dealer ………………………………………………………......Address ……………………………………………………………………….. Telephone/Fax/e-mail: ……………………………………………………………………….. Consumer Name ……………………………………………………………………… Address ……………………………………………………………………… Telephone/Fax/e-mail: ……………………………………………………………………… Product ……………………………………………………………………… Model ……………………………………………………………………… Date of delivery : ……………………………………………………………………… Confirmation The product named above was checked detailed by myself: The delivery took place completely and without any visible defects.
  • Page 27 Protocol for handing over SCOTT Dealer ………………………………………………………......Address ……………………………………………………………………….. Telephone/Fax/e-mail: ……………………………………………………………………….. Consumer Name ……………………………………………………………………… Address ……………………………………………………………………… Telephone/Fax/e-mail: ……………………………………………………………………… Product ……………………………………………………………………… Model ……………………………………………………………………… Date of delivery : ……………………………………………………………………… Confirmation The product named above was checked detailed by myself: The delivery took place completely and without any visible defects.

Table of Contents