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RIG ID FRAME AND FORKS – L IF ETIME
All rigid frames and forks (with the exception of suspension forks, suspension
All other components (including suspension forks, suspension frames and rear
All the above warranties apply, provided the bicycle has been properly cared
for, maintained and used, and are warranted against manufacturing or material
defects for the warranty period stated. This warranty is applicable from the date of
purchase for the original owner only, who must produce proof of purchase in order
to validate any claim. Claims must be submitted through your retailer. This warranty
does not include labour and transportation charge. The company can accept no
responsibility for consequential or special damage. This warranty applies only in
the case of defective components and does not cover the effects of normal wear
and tear or damage caused by accident, abuse, excessive loads, neglect, improper
assembly, alteration of original specification, improper maintenance or the addition
of any item inconsistent with the original intended use of the cycle.
No bicycle is indestructible and no claims will be accepted for damage caused
by improper use, competition use, stunt riding, ramp jumping, leaping or
similar activities. Our bicycles conform to BS 6102: Part 1: 1992 as set by the
British Institute Testing Services. We reserve the right to change or amend any
specifications within this brochure without notice. All information and specifications
within this brochure are correct at the time of going to press.
In offering this warranty, Falcon Cycles Ltd in no way seeks to diminish the
Pl ease refer to our website for th e l at est i nform a t i o n .
FALCON CYCLES LTD, P.O. BOX 3, BRIDGE STREET, BRIGG,
TEL: (01652) 656000 FAX: (01652) 650040
INSTRUCTION
LEAFLET
GUARANTEE
frames and rear shocks) - lifetime warranty.
COMPONENT PART S – 1 YEAR
shocks) - 1 year warranty.
statutory rights of the consumer.
http ://www.f alconcy cl es. co.u k
NORTH LINCOLNSHIRE, DN20 8PB
CYCLES LTD
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NOTICE
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  • Page 1 NOTICE In offering this warranty, Falcon Cycles Ltd in no way seeks to diminish the statutory rights of the consumer. Pl ease refer to our website for th e l at est i nform a t i o n .
  • Page 2: Frame Number

    FALCON CYCLES LTD This bike has been designed, developed and sourced fully built by Falcon Cycles Ltd. North Lincolnshire. Falcon has carefully selected and developed the product with some of the best suppliers throughout the world. These suppliers have satisfied the exacting quality standards that have been developed by Falcon, a company with over a century long reputation for quality and craftsmanship.
  • Page 3 YOUR BICYCLE — OWNERʼS RESPONSIBILITY In this leaflet we describe and illustrate how to ride safely and keep your bicycle in a safe trouble free operating condition. Ownerʼs Responsibility and Important Points Carefully and thoroughly read this leaflet and follow the instructions. Point 1 Any major service or adjustments on your bicycle should be carried out by a Point 2...
  • Page 4: Pre Load Adjustment

    SAFE CYCLING AND SAFETY TIPS Before you ride your bicycle at any time make sure it is in a safe operating condition. Particularly check that your:- • Bicycleʼs nuts, bolts and parts are tight and not worn or damaged. • Riding position is comfortable.
  • Page 5 SEAT Seat Adjustment Loosen the nut on the seat-post clamp enough to allow the saddle to move forward and back. The seat can then be aligned forward and back and the angle can also be adjusted (it is recommended that the seat be parallel to the ground). To adjust the seat up and down, loosen the binder-bolt on the seat tube, position the seat and re-tighten the binder-bolt.
  • Page 6 Handlebar Stem approximately level Knees slightly with seat or slightly bent lower Pedal at bottom position...
  • Page 7 COTTERLESS CRANKS ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT Please check if the chainwheel and cranks of your new bicycle are of the cotter less type as illustrated on page 3. If so, to ensure trouble free operation it is important that the nuts securing these item to the bottom bracket axle are tightened as securely as possible.
  • Page 8 BRAKE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE — Caliper brakes The brakes on your bicycle should have been adjusted correctly by your dealer; however, as cables do stretch, it is important to check the adjustment of your brakes after your first ride. Most brakes will need some adjustments after being used the first few times. Your brakes are correctly adjusted when there is a 1.5 mm gap between the brake blocks and the brake track of the wheel rim.
  • Page 9 ʻVʼ BRAKE SYSTEM INNER CABLE QUICK RELEASE To release the brake inner cable from the V brake, squeeze the two brake arms together until the brake blocks contact the rim and remove the inner cable pipe from the cable end bracket. To re-connect again squeeze the two brake arms together and relocate the inner cable pipe in the cable end bracket.
  • Page 10 BRAKE LEVER AND BRAKE PAD TRAVEL ADJUSTMENT — cont. Tighten screw A (Fig. 1) up to the brake lever. Go to Fig. 2 and insert a 2.5mm Allen key into the smaller hole inside allen key hole B. Rotating the allen key clockwise pushes the outer brake pad forward by approx.
  • Page 11: Gear Changing

    Fig.6 Fig.7 Remove the springs from the the worn out pads and fit them onto the new pads. Replace the new pads, keeping them slightly inclined, into the seat of the Calliper. Check that the spring hooks correctly onto the small piston. (When pulling downwards the pads should not come out). Refit the Calliper to the fork or frame and adjust screw C (Fig.
  • Page 12: Top Adjustment

    SIS ADJUSTMENT If your bicycle is equipped with the Shimano Index System (SIS) you can pre-set the gear shifter to change gear simply by clicking the shifter up or down to the required gear. The next few pages and diagrams show how to set this up (if your dealer has not already done it). If you have any problems you should get your dealer to set the SIS up.
  • Page 13: View From Above

    5. Select the smallest rear sprocket, if there is any evidence of chain rub adjust the outer screw until this just ceases. The lower edge of the outside plate should be positioned approximately 1-3 mm above the largest outside chainring. If a biopace chain set is fitted as indicated on the chainring the clearance should be measured above the highest point of the ring.
  • Page 14 STI OPERATION Front Gear Operation Lever (A) - operated by your left hand thumb pressing away from your body (shifting from a small chainwheel to a larger chainwheel) When it is pressed once, there is a shift of one gear from a smaller chainwheel to a larger chainwheel.
  • Page 15 Gear Inner Wire Replacement & Connection Right hand lever, rear gear Lever (B) New Cable Old Cable Never remove the lever cover. Do not loosen the lever cover installation bolt.
  • Page 16 GRIP SHIFT Service Instructions Cable Lubrication Grooves Around tube GRIP If re-greasing should become necessary excessive exposure to water and grit: 1. Disassemble and wash parts in kerosene or degreaser. Blow parts clean with compressed air before lubricating. Spring Cavity Detente 2.
  • Page 17: Tightening Torque

    REVOSHIFT MOUNTING THE SHIFTING LEVER Install the brake lever in a position where it will not obstruct brake operation. Do not use in a combination which causes brake operation to Suitable be obstructed. Allen Key Tightening torque: 2 Nm (1.5lb -ft) Suitable Allen Key GEAR SHIFTING OPERATION...
  • Page 18 TYRE CARE AND WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS To obtain maximum life and full benefit from your tyres, it is essential to maintain the recommended pressure indicated on the tyre sidewall. Unnecessary hard braking and skidding greatly reduces tyre life. Make sure your tyres do not come into contact with oil, petrol, paraffin or other rubber solvents.
  • Page 19 TYRE CARE AND WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS CONTINUED QUICK RELEASE FRONT WHEEL To remove the front wheel, first release the front wheel brake. Then open the quick-release lever on the axle and pull the wheel from the forks. To install, fit wheel into forks with quick release lever on the left side. Close quick- release, and tighten adjuster until snug.
  • Page 20 WARNING PEDAL IDENTIFICATION Check for the letters “L” or “R” on the ends of the pedals to show which side the pedal needs to be fitted to. TO FIT RIGHTHAND PEDAL Tighten Clockwise Fit to chainside of cycle. The pedal tightens in a clockwise direction Locate thread by hand, fit and tighten.

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