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Diamondback Bicycle Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 owner’s manual single and multi speed...
  • Page 2 • Be sure to fill out warranty information online (or mail in if you do not have access to a computer). noTe: The serial number is not on record where your bicycle was sold or manufactured, you must register it.
  • Page 3 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. Make sure that your dealer has given you all the manufacturers’...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    G. Tires and Tubes ......................p. 28 5. service A. Service Intervals......................p. 30 B. If Your Bicycle Sustains An Impact ................p. 32 Appendix A: Intended Use ......................p. 33 Appendix B: Lifespan of your bike and its components ............p. 36 Appendix C: Coaster Brakes ....................

  • Page 5: General Warning

    Because it is impossible to anticipate every situation or condition which can occur while riding, this Manual makes no representation about the safe use of the bicycle under all conditions. There are risks associated with the use of any bicycle which cannot be predicted or avoided, and which are the sole responsibility of the rider.

  • Page 6: First

    A. Bike Fit 1. Is your bike the right size? To check, see Section 3.A. If your bicycle is too large or too small for you, you may lose control and fall. If your new bike is not the right size, ask your dealer to exchange it before you ride it.
  • Page 7 A professional bicycle mechanic with a torque wrench should torque the fasteners on your bicycle. If you choose to work on your own bicycle, you must use a torque wrench and the correct tightening torque specifications from the bicycle or component manufacturer or from your dealer.

  • Page 8: First Ride

    Appendix B on Page 36. 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.

  • Page 9: Safety

    • 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.

  • Page 10: Riding Safety

    6. Stop at stop signs and traffic lights; slow down and look both ways at street intersections. Remember that a bicycle always loses in a collision with a motor vehicle, so be prepared to yield even if you have the right of way.

  • Page 11: Wet Weather Riding

    BIcycle lIghtIng system and wIthout reflectors Is dangerous and may result In serIous Injury or death Bicycle reflectors are designed to pick up and reflect street lights and car lights in a way that may help you to be seen and recognized as a moving bicyclist.

  • Page 12: Extreme, Downhill, Stunt, Or Competition Riding

    • Wear light colored, reflective clothing and accessories, such as a reflective vest, reflective arm and leg bands, reflective stripes on your helmet, flashing lights attached to your body and/or your bicycle ... any reflective device or light source that moves will help you get the attention of approaching motorists, pedestrians and other traffic.

  • Page 13: Changing Components Or Adding Accessories

    • Understand and recognize that the stresses imposed on your bike by this kind of activity may break or damage parts of the bicycle and void the warranty. • Take your bicycle to your dealer if anything breaks or bends. Do not ride your bicycle when any part is damaged.

  • Page 14: Fit

    Standover height is the basic element of bike fit (see fig. 2). 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. To check for correct standover height, straddle the bike while wearing the kind of shoes in which you’ll be riding, and bounce vigorously on your heels.
  • Page 15 If your bicycle has such a sight hole, use it instead of the “Minimum Insertion” or “Maximum Extension”...

  • Page 16: Handlebar Height And Angle

    Ither 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.

  • Page 17: Control Position Adjustments

    Brakes must Be correctly adjusted Before you rIde the BIcycle 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 it. Do not attempt to make the adjustment yourself, as changing stem angle may also require adjustments to the bicycle’s controls.

  • Page 18: Technical Information

    It’s important to your safety, performance and enjoyment to understand how things work on your bicycle. We urge you to ask your dealer how to do the 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 19: Front Wheel Secondary Retention Devices

    • Hex nuts or hex key bolts which are threaded on to or into the hub axle (bolt-on wheel, fig. 10a) 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.

  • Page 20: Wheels With Cam Action Systems

    (fig. 8a) and the cam-and-cup system (fig. 8b). Both use an over-center cam action to clamp the bike’s wheel in place. Your bicycle may have a cam-and-cup front wheel retention system and a traditional rear wheel cam action system.
  • Page 21 The cam lever, if there is one, should be on rider’s left side of the bicycle (fig. 8a & b). If your bike has a clip-on type secondary retention device, engage it.
  • Page 22 If you have an internal gear rear hub, consult your dealer or the hub manufacturer’s instructions before attempting to remove the rear wheel. If you have a single-speed bike with rim or disc brake, go to step (4) below. (2) If your bike has rim brakes, disengage the brake’s quick-release mechanism to increase the clearance between the wheel rim and the brake pads (see Section 4.C, figs.
  • Page 23 (8) If you disengaged the brake quick-release mechanism in 3. c. (2) above, re-engage it to restore correct brake pad-to-rim clearance. (9) Spin the wheel to make sure that it is centered in the frame and clears the brake pads; then squeeze the brake lever and make sure that the brakes are operating correctly.

  • Page 24: Seatpost Cam Action Clamp

    All three can be operated by way of a handlebar mounted lever. On some models of bicycle, the internal hub brake is operated by pedaling backwards. This is called a Coaster Brake and is described in Appendix C.
  • Page 25 BecomIng famIlIar wIth these Brakes and exercIse partIcular care when usIng them 4. s ome BIcycle Brakes are equIpped wIth a Brake force modulator small cylIndrIcal devIce through whIch the Brake control caBle runs and whIch Is desIgned to provIde a more progressIve applIcatIon of...

  • Page 26: Shifting Gears

    2. How Brakes work The braking action of a bicycle is a function of the friction between the brake surfaces. To make sure that you have maximum friction available, keep your wheel rims and brake pads or the disc rotor and caliper clean and free of dirt, lubricants, waxes or polishes.
  • Page 27 Moving the chain out or away from the centerline of the bike is for speed and is called an upshift. Whether upshifting or downshifting, the bicycle derailleur system design requires that the drive chain be moving forward and be under at least some tension. A derailleur will shift only if you are pedaling forward.
  • Page 28 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 29: Pedals

    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 to avoid serious injury from the pedals’ sharp surfaces. Based on your riding style or skill level, you may prefer a less aggressive pedal design, or chose to ride with shin pads.

  • Page 30: 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 31 BIke and Injury to the rIder and Bystanders The best and safest way to inflate a bicycle tire to the correct pressure is with a bicycle pump which has an accurate built-in pressure gauge.

  • Page 32: Service

    BIcycle servIce and repaIr tasks requIre specIal knowledge and tools o not BegIn any adjustments or servIce on your BIcycle untIl you have learned from your dealer how to properly complete them mproper adjustment or servIce may result In damage to the BIcycle or In an accIdent whIch can...
  • Page 33 IndIcate that a part Is at the end of Its useful lIfe and needs to Be replaced hIle the materIals and workmanshIp of your BIcycle or of IndIvIdual components may Be covered By a warranty for a specIfIed perIod of tIme By the manufacturer...

  • Page 34: If Your Bicycle Sustains An Impact

    6. every 25 (hard off-road) to 50 (on-road) hours of riding: Take your bike to your dealer for a complete checkup. 7. at a minimum: it is required that you take your bicycle into an authorized bicycle dealer for an annual service/tune up or safety check. This is particularly important if the bicycle has been used infrequently and is being returned to regular use.

  • Page 35: Appendix A: Intended Use

    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. there are many types of mountain, road, racing, hybrid, touring, cyclocross and tandem bicycles.
  • Page 36 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. 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 37 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. 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 38: Appendix B: Lifespan Of Your Bike And Its Components

    We cannot teach you everything you need to know to properly inspect and service your bicycle; and that is why we repeatedly urge you to take your bicycle to your dealer for professional care and attention.
  • Page 39 structure.
  • Page 40 Inspection of Composite Frame, Fork, and Components Cracks: inspect for cracks, broken, or splintered areas. any crack is serious. do not ride any bicycle or component that has a crack of any size. Delamination: delamination is serious damage. Composites are made from layers of fabric. delamination means that the layers of fabric are no longer bonded together.

  • Page 41: Appendix C: Coaster Brakes

    riding.

  • Page 42: Appendix E: Teaching Your Child The Rules

    Dawn, at Dusk or at night (see also section 4.F, page 19) most car/bicycle accidents happen at night where an overtaking car hits a bike. (an overtaking car is one that comes up from behind and passes the cyclist on the left.) these overtaking accidents can be very serious.

  • Page 43: Appendix F: Bicycling In Traffic

    Scan the road behind – Learn to Go slow on sidewalks – Pedestrians have the right of way. By law, you must give pe- may not look for, or see a bicycle eye contact with driver. Assume look back over your shoulder without destrians audible warning when you pass.

  • Page 44: Appendix G: Training Wheel & Accessory Installation

    APPENdIx G training Wheel & accessory installation 1. Training wheel 12˝ Bikes 16˝ Bikes assemble the training wheels as shown in the photos above, then tighten the bolts to the proper torque. 2. Pads stem pads Handlebar pads Handlebar & stem pads (front view) top tube pads please install pads as shown in the photos above, then cinch pad cover using hook &...
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  • Page 46 A worn out bicycle does not indicate it is warrantable, rather that the bicycle has outlived (exceeded) its useful product cycle.
  • Page 47 Female Marital status: Married Single Email Address: Street & Apt No. Street Address: City State Zip Code Country Reasons you purchased a Diamondback: Value/Price Received as a gift Advertisement Prior experience with brand Diamondback’s Reputation Color/Appearance Frame/Design/Materials Component selection Other Family/Friend Recommendation Quality/Durability Comfort/Fit Weight of bicycle Sales person’s recommendation...
  • Page 48 ©2013 DIAMONDbACK bICYCLES, INC. KENT, WA. www.diamondback.com www.diamondbackbmx.com pRinted in CHina...

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