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- Page 1 Please perform the functio- nal check on pages 8 and 9 before every ride! Please go through the check list of the delivery receipt together U SE R M A N U A L with your MERIDA dealer...
- Page 2 Frame: 1 Top tube 2 Down tube 3 Seat tube 4 Chainstay Saddle 5 Rear frame Stem Handlebar Shift lever Brake lever Seat post Headset Seat post clamp Rear shock Suspension fork Drop-out Brake Brake Brake disc Front derailleur Cassette sprockets Wheel: Rear derailleur Quick-release...
- Page 3 Frame: 1 Top tube Saddle 2 Down tube 3 Seat tube 4 Chainstay Stem Handlebar Seat post Brake/shift lever Seat post clamp Headset Brake Brake Fork Drop-out Cassette sprockets Wheel: Front derailleur Quick-release Rear derailleur Tire Spoke Chain Chainring Valve Crank set...
- Page 4 Frame: 1 Top tube Saddle 2 Down tube 3 Seat tube 4 Chainstay Handlebar Suspension seat post Brake lever Shift lever Seat post clamp Stem (adjustable) Carrier Headset Front light with reflector Rear light with reflector Brake Brake Reflector Lock Suspension fork Drop-out Cassette sprockets...
- Page 5 Therefore, your needs so that you can enjoy cycling with this manual focuses on the bike as well as on complete peace of mind from the very first some common parts and important notes and metres.
- Page 6 (special) ent types of bikes and riders. Therefore, this tools or supplementary instructions.
- Page 7 The illustrations show arbitrary MERIDA bikes comply with the instructions given or carry – not every bike will look like this. Nowadays, out the measures prescribed. there are numerous types of bikes designed...
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
9.3.2 Synchronizing and adjusting to use them ........45 7.1 Use of quick-releases .......13 the brakes .........33 10.1.2 Mountain bike gear levers ....45 7.2 Notes on the mounting of thru axle wheels 15 9.4 Checking, adjusting and synchronizing 10.1.3 Road bike gear levers ......48 8. Adjusting the bike to the rider ....7... - Page 9 17.1 How it works.........88 28.2.5 Bottom bracket bearings ....112 30.2 A note on wear ........132 17.2 Troubleshooting ........89 28.2.6 Chainsuck protection .....112 30.3 Guarantee on MERIDA bikes ....133 Imprint ............ 17.3 Adjusting the front light ......89 28.2.7 Rear drop-out spacing ....113...
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Page 10: Before Your First Ride
. Before your first ride 1. Road and fitness bikes are exclusively Only use your bike according to its intend- 2. Each of our bikes are designed for a maxi- designed for use on roads with a smooth, ed purpose as it may otherwise not stand mum overall weight (rider, baggage and hard surface. - Page 11 8. “Adjusting the bike to the rider“. You will find more information about this 6. If your bike is equipped with clipless or in chapter 13. “The suspension fork“, step-in pedals: Have you ever ridden in chapter 14. “The suspension seat post“, the shoes they go with? chapter 15.
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Page 12: Before Every Ride
For more information see chapter 11. “The have the bike checked by your MERIDA wheels“. dealer. For more information see chapter 9. “The... - Page 13 For more information see chapter 6. “Legal requirements for riding on public roads“. 8. If your bike has a kick-stand, check that it is fully raised before you set off. 6. Let your bike bounce on the ground from a small height. If there is any rattling, find out where it comes from.
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Page 14: After An Accident
For more information see chapter 8. Check the derailleur function, as a dis- case remember that the brakes will not act “Adapting the bike to the rider“ and placed gear changer can throw off the as powerfully as you are used to. - Page 15 Do not accelerate or brake hard and do not ride 5. Lift your bike up a few centimetres and let your bike out of the saddle. it bounce onto the ground. If this causes...
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Page 16: Legal Requirements For Riding On Public
6. Legal requirements for riding on public roads If you want to use your bike on public roads, it has to be equipped according to the regula- tions of your country. This applies in particu- lar to the reflectors and the lighting set! Ask your MERIDA dealer or the distributor in your country. -
Page 17: How To Use The Quick-Releases
In its end position the lever should be parallel round. to the bike, i.e. it should not stick out to the side. The lever should lie close to the frame, i.e. the fork, so that it cannot be opened acci- dentally. - Page 18 firmly fixed by trying to twist it Finally, lift the bike up a few centimetres, so relative to the frame. that the wheel no longer touches the ground, and hit the tire from above.
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Page 19: Notes On The Mounting Of Thru Axle Wheels
Allen bolt comes to a rest on the need to move it should increase considerably. right side, seen in direction of motion. If your bike is equipped with a thru axle Towards the end of its travel, the lever should system with quick-releases, put the wheel be very hard to move. - Page 20 7. How to use the quick-releases There are other thru axle systems which are a combination of threaded axle and quick- release system. After this, close both quick-release levers Do not use any other tools to fix the to clamp the axle. Proceed as with regular axle.
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Page 21: Adjusting The Bike To The Rider
Consult your MERIDA dealer, if you feel you want something changed. He will see to your wishes the next time you leave your bike at the workshop, e.g. for the first inspection. - Page 22 For more information see chapter 28.4 “Car- bon handlebars and stems” and chapter If you have a road bike with a very 28.5 “Carbon seat post”. In case of frames with long seat tube stretch- small frame, there may be a danger ing beyond the top tube, the seat post must at of your foot colliding with the front wheel.
- Page 23 A lower saddle is advisable in particular for riding steep descents with the mountain bike. Longer rides with a too Check whether you can still reach the ground low saddle may, however, lead to knee joint safely with your feet while sitting on the sad- pain.
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Page 24: Adjusting The Height Of The Handlebars
The stem is one of the load bearing Never try to unscrew the top race when you metrical to the front wheel when riding parts of your bike and changes to it only want to adjust the stem, as you will oth- straight-ahead. -
Page 25: Adjustable Stems
8. “Adjusting the bike to the rider“. Never ride a bike whose stem has been drawn out beyond the mark for the maximum permissible height! Check all bolted joints and do a brake test before you... -
Page 26: Stems For Threadless Systems
Correct them, if necessary, as (see chapter 12. “The Headset”). The vertical described in chapter 8. “Adjusting the bike setting range is determined by the intermedi- to the rider“. ate rings, also referred to as spacers. In the... - Page 27 Readjust the bearing, align the stem and then MERIDA dealer to do the job for you. tighten it (see chapter 12. “The headset“). more spacers. The upper edge of the stem...
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Page 28: Correcting The Fore-To-Aft Position And ......... Horizontal Tilt Of The Saddle
If it is tilted, you will constantly have to lean against the handlebars to prevent yourself If your bike is equipped with a seat from slipping off the saddle. post made of carbon, make sure to read the instructions given in chapter 28.5... -
Page 29: Adjusting The Gripping Distance
8. Adjusting the bike to the rider 8. Adjusting the gripping distance 8.5 Adjusting the tilt of the handle- of the brake levers bars, brake levers and bar ends With most brake systems of MTBs, city and The handlebars of mountain bikes and trek- trekking bikes, the distance between the brake king bikes are usually slightly bent at the ends. levers and the handlebar grips is adjustable. -
Page 30: Adjusting The Handlebar Position
After adjusting the handlebar, you will also side of the stem by two to three turns. need to readjust the brake and gear levers (unless you have a road racing bike). Turn the handlebars to the desired position. Release the Allen bolt at either grip binder. -
Page 31: Adjusting The Bar Ends
Note that the distance you need to stop your bike, increases while riding with the hands on bar ends as the brake levers are not within reach as long as you have not changed the position of your hands. -
Page 32: Adjusting The Tilt Of The Handlebars And Brake Levers With Road, Triathlon And Cyclocross Bikes
8. Adjusting the bike to the rider 8.8 Adjusting the tilt of the handlebars Within certain limits the position of the aero handlebars can be adjusted according to and brake levers with road, your personal preferences. This means that triathlon and cyclocross bikes the straight part of the aero handlebars should – if at all – only point slightly down-... -
Page 33: Cyclocross Bikes
Shifting the brake levers is a job best left to your MERIDA dealer, as it involves retaping the handlebars afterwards. -
Page 34: Seating Position On Bmx And Dirt Bikes
The seating position on BMX and dirt-bikes is not comparable to that on other bikes. When riding a BMX and dirt-bike, maximum con- trol and movability on the bike are important. Such a seating position does not provide ped- alling comfort when riding longer distances. -
Page 35: The Brake System
If necessary, they must be Be careful while getting used to the able to bring the bike to a halt as quickly 9. Brakes – how they work and brakes. Practise emergency stops in a as possible. Such emergency-stops are also... -
Page 36: Rim Brakes (General)
When crash! See your MERIDA dealer and ask him replacing brake pads, be sure to only use to examine the remaining thickness of the... -
Page 37: Functional Check
Replacing and adjusting the brake bars. pads is a job best left to your MERIDA deal- Release the knurled, slotted adjusting bolt by a few turns. In this way you shorten the free The brake lever must always remain clear of travel of the brake lever. -
Page 38: Checking, Adjusting And Synchronizing Racing Or Side-Pull Brakes
9. The brake system 9. Checking, adjusting and synchro- 9.. Vertical adjustment of the brake pads nizing racing or side-pull brakes Release the fastening bolt of the brake pad by With side-pull brakes, the brake arms are one to at most two complete turns. suspended from a common point, thus form- ing an integral system. Push the brake pad to the required height and tighten the fastening bolt again. -
Page 39: Characteristics Of Cantilever Brakes
“V” with the road bike brake levers. It is impossible to lever. Release the knurled, slotted adjusting trough pointing to the front. This V-shaped simultaneously actuate both brake levers of bolt by a few turns. -
Page 40: Rim Brakes (U-Brakes)
Viewed from MERIDA dealer. brakes, also referred to as U-brakes. Com- the top, the brake pads form a “V” with the mon U-brake designs have two brake arms trough pointing to the front. -
Page 41: Adjustment Possibilities At The Lever
9. The brake system 9.6. Adjustment possibilities at the lever 9.6. Adjustment possibilities at the brake pads and bowden cables To adjust the brakes at the lever, release the knurled lock ring located at the point where Another possibility to adjust the brake is by the brake cable enters the brake lever on means of an adjusting bolt located at the front the handlebars. -
Page 42: Adjustment Of The Rear Brake At The Rotor System
9. The brake system 9.6. Adjustment of the rear brake at the 9.6.5 Synchronization There are U-brakes of other designs which rotor system have a bolt located next to one or both brake Some U-brakes are equipped with two bolts pads for the adjustment of the initial spring The rotor uncouples the brake cables from for the adjustment of the initial spring tension tension. -
Page 43: Drum Or Roller Brakes
If in doubt, ask your MERIDA dealer for advice. Check regularly whether the coaster brake bracket is still firmly attached to frame or fork. -
Page 44: Back-Pedalling Brakes (Coaster Brakes)
This type of brake is a special form of the roll- the frame or fork. lever can lead to a severely reduced brak- er or drum brake. Some city bike models are ing power. equipped with this type of brake. The brake... -
Page 45: Disc Brakes
Accelerate the bike 30 to time. They also require fairly little mainte- 50 times to around 30 km/h and bring it to nance and do not wear down the rims as rim a halt each time. -
Page 46: Checking And Adjusting Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Regularly check the lines and connections for tem or buckled lines, contact your dealer. leaks while pulling on the lever. If brake fluid Do under no circumstances use your bike anymore. leaks out, contact your MERIDA dealer imme- diately, as a leak can render your brakes use- less. -
Page 47: Checking, Adjusting And Synchronizing Mechanical Disc Brakes
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Page 48: The Gears
Thee are two types of gears in general use: 0. Derailleur gears The derailleur and the multi-speed hubs. The gears on your bike serve to adjust your Derailleur gears are currently the most effec- For more things to know about operation, pedalling power to the slope of the road, tive types of transmission for bikes. -
Page 49: How They Work And How To Use Them
Because of the variety of different products This means that any gear shift made by push- – big transmission your MERIDA bike can be equipped with ing the large thumb shifter on the right pro- Small front components which are different in their shift-... - Page 50 0. The gears The Shimano Rapid Fire Plus shifters (e.g. With the Shimano Dual Control gear and XTR model 2007) work according to the usual brake lever components, the brake lever has Rapid Fire principle (see above), but in addi- to be pushed downward to shift to the smaller tion the small lever (the index finger lever) sprockets at the rear or to shift to the bigger can be used with the thumb too.
- Page 51 0. The gears Press the large shifter of SRAM trigger shift- The principle of twist grips is slightly differ- ers located under the handlebar with your ent. Twisting the right-hand grip towards you thumb, to shift to the bigger chainwheels. The gives you a lower gear, while the same move- smaller shifter, located under the handlebar ment on the left produces a higher gear.
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Page 52: Road Bike Gear Levers
SRAM Doubletap levers have only one shift- On a Campagnolo Ergopower equipped ing lever positioned behind the brake lever. A bike moving the small gear lever located On road bikes the gear levers are integrated short tap to the inward moves the chain to a behind the brake lever inward by means of in the brake lever. -
Page 53: Bar End Gear Levers
Practise switching gears in a place clear of traffic until you are familiar with the function- ing of the levers or twist grips of your MERIDA bike. Avoid gears which involve an extremely oblique run of the chain. -
Page 54: Inspecting And Adjusting The Derailleur Gear
If your bike tips over or the rear derailleur receives a blow, the rear derailleur or its mount can get bent. It is advisable to check... - Page 55 Always take a test ride in a place free of traf- est sprocket, you have to reduce the swivel- fic, after adjusting the gears of your bike. ling range. Turn the bolt marked “L“ until the gear changer is clear of the spokes.
- Page 56 Always take a test ride in a place free of traf- the power train. If the chain tends to jump off fic, after adjusting the gears of your bike. the chainwheels, you will need to reduce the swivelling range in the same way as with the rear gear changer, i.e.
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Page 57: Multi-Speed Hubs - Internal Gear Hubs
Multi speed hubs from SRAM are available Twist grips from SRAM: When shifting gears, with a free-wheel, i.e. the wheel hub is com- the bike should roll without being driven for- gear hubs bined with a hand activated V-brake or drum ward, i.e. -
Page 58: Readjustment
In the case of multi-speed or single-speed manufacturer carefully. If you have any ques- hubs, e.g. BMX, which are not equipped with tions, your MERIDA dealer will be pleased to a chain tensioner with spring preload, the help you. drive chain tension must be checked occa- sionally, i.e. -
Page 59: Chain Maintenance
0. The gears 0. Chain maintenance Having cleansed the chain as thoroughly as possible, apply appropriate lubricants. It still holds true today that proper lubrica- To lubricate the chain, drip the lubricant onto tion of the chain ensures a long service life the rollers while you turn the crank. This done, and provides for enjoyable riding. -
Page 60: Chain Wear
Although the chain is one of the wearing com- crash. ponents of a bike, there are still ways of influ- encing its service life. Make sure the chain is It is advisable to only use original chains for replacement. -
Page 61: The Wheels
The number sequence 37- encases the tube. There is a rim tape run- ing the bike forward on the riding surface. 622 means that the tire is 37 mm wide when ning around the base of the rim to protect the... - Page 62 Ask your MERIDA dealer for advice. Sclaverand or Presta valves: This type is now- flats. An insufficiently inflated tire can eas- adays used on almost all types of bikes.
- Page 63 Check the seat of the valve body in its enables you to check the pressure at home. ride. stem. Always ride your bike with the pre- scribed tire pressure and check the pressure at regular intervals. Replace spoilt rim tapes immediately.
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Page 64: Rim Trueness, Spoke Tension
The functioning of your bike may even be impaired before you notice the untrue wheel by its wobbling. -
Page 65: Wheel Fastening With Wheel Nuts Or Quick-Releases
Allen key. If in doubt, ask your MERIDA on any bike ride, as you can have a lot of when you leave it outside. dealer. -
Page 66: Repairing Punctures
If you have road rim-brakes, open the quick- .. Dismounting wheels release lever at the brake (Shimano) or shift the pin in the combined gear-and-brake-lever If your bike has V-brakes, you first have to unit mounted to the handlebars (Campagno- disengage the brake cable from the brake lo). -
Page 67: Dismounting Tires
. The wheels If you have derailleur gears, you should shift Lift the bike off the ground a little and give the chain to the smallest sprocket before the wheel a light blow with your hand so that removing the rear wheel. This shifts the rear it drops out. -
Page 68: Mounting Tires
. The wheels Repair the puncture according to the instruc- Ask your MERIDA dealer, if you are in doubt .. Mounting tires tions of the repair kit manufacturer or replace about what kind of rim tape to use. the tube by a new one. In the case of high... - Page 69 . The wheels To finish mounting the tire, start at the point Check again that the tube lies properly inside opposite the valve. Using your thumbs, press the tire and press the last stretch of tire over the other side of the tire over the edge of the the edge of the rim using the balls of your rim as far you can.
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Page 70: Mounting Wheels
. The wheels .. Mounting wheels If you have disc brakes, check whether the brake pads rest snugly in their seats in the To mount a wheel, follow the reverse proce- brake caliper. This is the case when the gap dure of wheel dismounting. Make sure the between the pads is parallel and when the wheel is correctly seated in the dropouts and wear indicators are in the allocated spots. -
Page 71: The Headset
. The headset Headset Actuate the front brakes with your other hand . Adjusting the conventional and push the bike vigorously back and forth headset on the ground. The headset connects the fork, stem, handle- bars and front wheel to the frame but allows... -
Page 72: Adjusting The Threadless Headset (Aheadset)
. The headset Hold the head cup in place with a spanner . Adjusting the threadless headset so that it stays in its new position. Tighten the (Aheadset) locknut against the head cup with the other spanner. The special feature of this system is that the stem is not encased by, but rather clamped Check the headset again for play. - Page 73 To check the stem for tightness, stand in clamping bolts gradually up to the maximum before. Take care not to tighten the bearing front of the bike, fix the front wheel value given in chapter 29 “Recommended too much, as this could easily destroy it.
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Page 74: The Suspension Fork
Please follow the manufacturer’s country or on rough road surfaces. It notice- instructions. ably reduces the strain on you and your bike caused by mechanical shocks. Adjusting the fork to your needs before first use requires little work, if you use a simple trick. - Page 75 MERIDA dealer. sion fork in the vague hope of adjust- you sit on the bike. If this is not the case, you ing it somehow. You could be loosening the have to change the initial spring tension or...
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Page 76: Suspension Fork Maintenance
After washing your mountain Some suspension fork manufacturers bike, spray the upper fork legs of the suspen- have established service centers, ask sion fork a little (with MOTOREX Joker 440 or your MERIDA dealer for the addresses. -
Page 77: The Suspension Seat Post
. The suspension seat post Suspension seat post . Adjustment Suspension seat posts enhance the cyclist’s To increase the initial spring tension you first comfort when riding on uneven ground. They have to remove the seat post from the frame. can be used on roads and field tracks as Before you do this, mark the position of the well as for cross-country cycling. -
Page 78: Check And Maintenance
Keep in mind the minimum insertion depth! Never ride your bike with the seat post drawn out beyond the limit, maxi- mum or stop mark!. -
Page 79: The Rear Shock
If you are not used to it, you may topple over with the bike due to the higher saddle height. Therefore practise getting on and off the saddle and lower the... -
Page 80: Application And Intended Use
Permissible total weight for all suspension heavy riders (with baggage, as the case may model is intended to be used mainly for long bikes: bike 120 kg (rider and baggage be), jumps, drops and highspeed downhill and extended rides on a varying terrain. Not together). - Page 81 5. The rear shock One five O – Enduro usage, for demanding, The UMF Freddy bikes are stable, dura- The UMF Duncan bikes are designed to be fast downhill rides with good handling in ble and designed for an uncompromising used for the hardest freeride and downhill extreme (paded) terrain and yet good uphill freeride use.
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Page 82: General Notes On The Adjustment Of The Frame
In this way it is pos- If the selected spring rate is too high, this sible to optimize the bike’s reaction to obsta- effect is lost because the wheel will already cles. Adjusting the rear shock is a delicate be fully extended. -
Page 83: Adjusting The Rear Shock Absorber
All rear shock manufacturers include mounting and operating instructions with their deliveries. Be sure to read these instructions. Gently sit on your bike and assume your nor- mal riding position. - Page 84 5. Adjusting the rear shock absorber Gently get off your bike again. Measure the Distance measured on the Sag in percent (%) Sag of rear wheel given 90 mm distance the O-ring has moved on the piston rear shock (mm) rear wheel travel rod. For cross country / all mountain use, the O-ring should have moved by 20 to 25 % of the total travel of the damper;...
- Page 85 13.8 14.5 To ensure a proper filling, it is advisa- ble to use an appropriate rear shock 15.2 pump, which your MERIDA dealer keeps for 15.9 sale. 16.6 17.3 Air and oil may escape under high 10.4...
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Page 86: Adjusting The Damping
If you turn the adjusting wheel too far, the oil Rebound damping can be adjusted by simply will flow very slowly and increase the shock Take your bike for a test ride on different turning the red handwheel at the upper end absorption to a maximum. This results in a kinds of surface. -
Page 87: Checks, Care And Maintenance Of The Rear Shock
Do not use a steam jet The lower end of the piston rod and the bike by the saddle and try to move the rear or aggressive cleaning agents! adjoining end of the rear shock should regu- wheel from side to side. -
Page 88: Maintenance
Although spring elements require fairly little shock bases. maintenance, you should regularly invest a If you find any play, ask your MERIDA dealer little time in their cleaning and maintenance to eliminate it without delay. If you want to dismantle the rear shock from... -
Page 89: Service Intervals
Every 00 hours of riding or once a year: nance”. the rear shock’s rate of wear. Make sure, Bring your bike to your dealer for servicing. therefore, not to rest pannier bags on the This will involve an inspection and, if neces- rear shock. -
Page 90: The Pedals
(the plate on the sole of the shoe) and then rest your foot on it. Most mountain bike ped- als are equipped with a double-sided lock-in mechanism, so that you can step on the pedal with either face up. -
Page 91: Adjustment And Maintenance
Be sure to thoroughly read the oper- ating instructions of the pedal and Nevertheless, there are some general rules shoe manufacturers. Your MERIDA dealer for adjustment which apply to all of them: will be pleased to help you, if you should have any questions. -
Page 92: The Lighting Set
7. The lighting set The lighting set Tire dynamos are usually put into operation 7. How it works by pressing on the joint or a key from above to release a spring which then presses the Anyone cycling on public roads is required The dynamo produces the electricity required pulley wheel against the tire for electricity by law to have a properly working lighting for operating the light bulbs. -
Page 93: Troubleshooting
10 intact. Bulbs with a black tint are a sure indi- metres ahead of the bike. To correct the orien- cation of a defect. tation of the light beam, release the fastening bolt and adjust the light as required. -
Page 94: Dirt Bikes - Special Features
Dirt bikes are designed for hard use, such as gloves. Handling you bike is best learned by races and other tricks. freeride, dirt, street or dual slalom. You may joining a club. -
Page 95: Kids' Bikes
If you want your child to use his/her bike on him or her sit on the bike. Find a place away the road, you should be willing to invest time from the road, ideally a backyard or play... -
Page 96: Notes On Bmx Bikes
BMX bikes are designed to be used purely as Adjusting the bike to the bodily proportions sports equipment and therefore, due to their of a child is even more important than in the As a second test, make sure the child’s knee... -
Page 97: Adjustment Of Kids' Bikes
If this is not the case, adjust the brake lever as described in chapter 8.“Adjusting the bike Do not unscrew the nut all the way, other- to the rider” and chapter 9. “The brake sys- wise the whole mechanism may come apart. -
Page 98: Training Wheels
Keep in mind that training wheels only insufficiently help small children to 9. Training wheels ride a bike and ought to be removed at the earliest stage possible so that your child can Experts are of the opinion that training wheels learn to balance a two-wheeler. -
Page 99: Helmets, Accessories
This can result in your losing con- trol and falling off your bike. Make it a rule of asking your MERIDA dealer for advice before mounting any kind of accessories on your bike. -
Page 100: Baggage
Handlebar bags and bags mounted on the weight and volume of the baggage to the top of the carrier are only suited for and on the bike you want to use. Mountain lightweight objects. bikers and racing cyclists often carry their baggage in a rucksack on their back. -
Page 101: Taking Children With You
fingers pinched between them. usually designed for intermittent use so that somewhat top-heavy and tend to give you a the carrier can be fastened to any bike that is wobbly ride. Practise getting on and riding Children may only be transported in equipped with the necessary fittings. -
Page 102: Child Trailers
. Taking children with you . Child trailers Trailers mainly affect the braking response of Before towing a trailer with your bike, your bike, while other performance aspects check whether your bike is suited remain largely unchanged. One drawback is for it by reading chapter 27. “Assembling... -
Page 103: Transport By Car
There There is hardly any car accessories dealer are different regulations e.g. with regard to or car company that does not offer bike car- the marking. rier systems. These save the user from hav- ing to disassemble the bike for transport. -
Page 104: Cleaning And Caring
A much more gentle way of cleaning your When working on your bike, restrict adjusted your bike ready for use when you bike is with a soft water jet or with a bucket yourself to jobs you are equipped for come to collect it. Nevertheless, you should of water and a sponge or large brush, e.g. -
Page 105: Storing The Bike
This could impair the moisture that may have entered to dry away. the bike is not used for a long time. If the bike functioning of the brakes and cause an acci- Spray a little finely atomized oil into the seat is left standing on flat tires for an extended... -
Page 106: Service And Maintenance Schedule
If you come across any defects, take appropriate UMF Hardy, Freddy and Duncan models require measures without delay. Your MERIDA dealer will be pleased to help you, if you have any questions or problems. Jobs halved service intervals. - Page 107 If you come across any defects, take appropriate UMF Hardy, Freddy and Duncan models require measures without delay. Your MERIDA dealer will be pleased to help you, if you have any questions or problems. Jobs halved service intervals.
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Page 108: Assembling And Equipping A Merida Frame
When mounting a fork to a mountain posts and stems for carbon forks) have to be directly into the bottom bracket shell of all bike frame, make sure the fork crown mounted to the frame with high-grade grease models with high-grade grease. For special turns freely without touching the down to inhibit corrosion. - Page 109 CROSSWAY LADY 700 C Cross bike yes (1) 27.2 50-75 CROSSWAY TFS 700 C Cross bike yes (1) 27.2 50-75 CROSSWAY TFS LADY 700 C Cross bike yes (1) 27.2 50-75 FREEWAY Trekking bikes yes (1) 27.2 50-75 FREEWAY LADY...
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Page 110: Special Characteristics Of Carbon
If you continue to use a damaged bike part, this may lead to acci- dents with unforeseeable consequences. We strongly recommend taking the respective part or – even better – the whole bike to your... -
Page 111: General Notes On Care
It is bet- Also keep in mind that carbon is sensitive ter to clamp it instead on an aluminium seat to pressure. Do not lean your MERIDA bike post mounted beforehand. carelessly against a post or such like. -
Page 112: What To Bear In Mind When Braking With Carbon Wheels
Avoid, as far as possible, to ride on your There are some special features with carbon drag braking. Riding downhill, for example bike in damp weather or with imminent braking surfaces. with a permanently activated rear wheel rain. If you ride, nevertheless, on wet or... -
Page 113: Merida Framesets
Furthermore, it is use carriers without clamps or rigid fixtures not permitted to mount trailers and child car- for taking your bike by car. If in doubt, ask riers! your MERIDA dealer. Before setting off on your bike for the first Road bikes are exclusively designed for use time, please be sure to read chapter 3. -
Page 114: Assembling And Equipping A Merida-Frame
NO aluminium insert inside the upper frameset. bling a bike is a job for a skilled mechanic. Mistakes or inappropriate assembly may end of the seat tube, it is definitely NOT make the bike unsafe. - Page 115 ± 0.05 mm or 27.2 ± 0.05 mm. mount a sturdy aluminium seat post to the tion of the bike. This must be done with a frame. Clamp only this seat post in the work- torque wrench that allows the recommended For the mounting and adjustment of the seat stand to secure the frameset.
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Page 116: The Headset
The width of the shell is 68 ± 0.5 mm. and chainwheel), there is a protection plate made of stainless steel fixed on every carbon mountain bike hard tail frame. Make sure the protection is located in the correct position, at the chainstay close to the chain rings. -
Page 117: Rear Drop-Out Spacing
8..9 Front derailleur hanger The outer diameter of the carbon seat tube in the area of the derailleur clamping is 34.9 Road bike frames: 130 ± 0.5 mm. MERIDA carbon road frames are suitable mm with all mountain bike models. (cross, speed and cyclo frames as well) only for the mounting of a Campagnolo or MTB, trekking frames: 135 ±... -
Page 118: Permitted Torques For Seat Post Binder With Allen Bolt
Never grease the clamping area between seat post and seat tube when mounting a carbon seat post. Ask your MERIDA dealer as to the mounting of suitable seat post binders. Check whether frame and seat post diameters match before mounting. - Page 119 Tighten carefully by approaching the maxi- For your own safety adhere to the mum permissible torque in small steps. service intervals given in this MERIDA Check, how securely the component is fas- manual. We recommend, however, having tened, as described in chapter 29. “Recom- your MERIDA dealer do the maintenance mended torques of bolted connections”...
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Page 120: Carbon Forks
Never exceed 7 Nm in torque. Road bike forks are exclusively made for road ufacturer. and triathlon use. The forks are just as unsuit- able for riding on unpaved roads, over rough terrain and jumping etc. -
Page 121: Mounting The Full Carbon Fork With Carbon Steerer
0.05mm. the fork to the frame, are jobs best left to an expert. These steps are to be carried out by authorized MERIDA dealers only. Otherwise the warranty will become void. Each of the following instructions must be followed strictly. Non-observ-... - Page 122 The material used for counter bearing or a stem system cover as counter bearing for the adjus- MERIDA bikes is tested and approved to without cone mechanism clamping design. ting bolt of the headset. Do not use star be used in the respective combinations.
- Page 123 8. Carbon forks • Carbon steerer tubes are usually fabrica- ted in a highly precise way. For this rea- son, the stem normally fits snugly on the fork. Do not mount any stems which have play when put on the steerer tube. •...
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Page 124: Carbon Handlebars And Stems
Ask your bike dealer or the manuf- and/or skill of the person doing the work and acturer of your handlebar for advice. some jobs might only be possible with addi- •... - Page 125 If you have the slightest doubt, parallel to the ground, i.e. point slightly ping areas of the stem are free of sharp ask your MERIDA dealer for advice and downwards. edges and burrs. Do not use, but replace replace the part if necessary - your safety the stem in this case.
- Page 126 8. Carbon handlebars and stems 5. Screw in the bolts which have a greased thread and head by a few turns with your fingers. Screw in all bolts by hand until they are snug. The clamping slot between stem cap and stem body must be even with the same gap at either end.
- Page 127 8. Carbon handlebars and stems 7. Check shift/brake levers for burrs and Technical data sharp edges in the clamping areas. Remo- ve the clamping bands completely from the Mountain bike road handlebar levers before sliding them Handlebar: onto the handlebar. Clamping area (sleeve): Standard: 25.4 mm To prevent scratches in the carbon, never Oversized: 31.8 mm...
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Page 128: Carbon Seat Post
If the seat post cannot be shifted easily and smoothly up and down in the seat tube, ask • Carbon seat posts are only designed for your MERIDA dealer for help. being used on road and triathlon bikes as well as on cross country and mara- thon mountain bikes and their intended use. -
Page 129: Adjusting The Position And Angle Of The Saddle
8.5 Carbon seat post When the saddle is in the perfect position, Do not overtighten the bolt or the seat post Double-bolt clamping tighten the bolt or the seat tube binder bolt binder bolt. Overtightening may cause a seat Release the fixing bolt you can reach from gradually in half-turn increments, while post failure, resulting in a crash and injury below and push the saddle back and forth... -
Page 130: Mounting The Carbon Seat Post
8.5 Carbon seat post 8.5. Mounting the carbon seat post 8.5.5 Mounting the saddle Even a slight mismatch between seat tube and carbon seat post diameter Make sure your new carbon seat post match- Carbon seat posts are usually designed to or oil and grease in the seat tube, may lead es the inside diameter of the seat tube of the be combined with most sports saddles with to a breakage of the seat post. -
Page 131: Recommended Torques For Bolted Connections
This is best done with a torque wrench as described in the relevant chapters. that switches off as soon as the desired torque has been reached. -
Page 132: Recommended Torque Settings: Campagnolo/Shimano/Avid/Sram Components
9. Recommended torques for bolted connections 9. Recommended torque settings: Campagnolo /Shimano /Avid /SRAM components Component Bolted connection Campagnolo* Shimano** SRAM*** Rear gear changer Fastening bolt 8 - 10 8 - 10 (rear derailleur) Cable fixing bolt 4 - 6 4 - 5 Chain roller bolt 3 - 4 Front derailleur Fastening bolt 5 - 7 5 - 6.5 Cable fixing bolt 5 - 7... -
Page 133: Recommended Torque Settings: Fsa Components
9. Recommended torques for bolted connections 9. Recommended torque settings: FSA components Model no. Model name Bolts Stems ST-CX-120 XC-120 M5 Ti ST-FR-200 FR-200 M5 Cromo ST-FR-200 1,5 FR-200 One Point Five M6 Cromo ST-RD-120 RD-120 M5 Cromo ST-RK-100 K-Force Lite with Alloy Front Cap M5 Ti ST-RK-100K K-Force Lite with Carbon Front Cap M5 Ti ST-RK-200 K-Force... -
Page 134: Recommended Torque Settings For Other Components
If you are not sure with respect to the mounting or if you have any questions as to the correct torque of components which are not listed in the above table, please contact your MERIDA dealer. Be sure to strictly follow the component manufacturers’ instructions! -
Page 135: Introduction
0. Warranty and guarantee 0. Introduction To ensure a long service life and good dura- bility of your bike, use it only for its intended purpose (see chapter 3. “Before your first Your MERIDA bike was manufactured with ride“). Make sure to also observe the specifi- care and delivered to you by your MERIDA cations as to the allowable loads. - Page 136 Seals and bearings are constantly in motion to wear due to their function. The rate of subject to wear. If you use your bike for com- when the frame is subject to changing loads. wear depends on care and maintenance as...
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Page 137: Warranty And Guarantee
500 km or the first six months after renders the guarantee null and void. Please er grade model. -
Page 138: Imprint
Fax: +886-4-8527881 info@zedler.de www.merida.com This manual does not help you to assemble a www.zedler.de bicycle@merida.com.tw bike from individual parts, to repair it or to make a partly assembled bike ready-for-use! Design: MCG MERIDA & CENTURION Ott • DTP-Service Germany GmbH Technical details in the text and illustrations of www.ott-dtp-service.de... - Page 139 MERIDA Industry CO.; LTD P. O. Box 56 Yuanlim Taiwan R. O. C. Phone: +886-4-8526171 Fax: +886-4-8527881 www.merida.com bicycle@merida.com.tw MCG MERIDA & CENTURION Germany GmbH Blumenstr. 49-51 71106 Magstadt Phone: 07159/9459-30 www.merida.com www.centurion.de Sail + Surf GmbH Dealer-stamp Bundesstr. 55...
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