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Introduction
Congratulations!
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Brodie Bike! Your
choice puts you among the exclusive group that demands the most
advanced technology and superior craftsmanship available in the
bike industry.
This manual will assist you in setting up and maintaining your
bicycle. Please read through it to familiarize yourself with your Brodie
Bike. We recommend inspecting your bicycle frequently. Remember,
proper maintenance and adjustment will greatly enhance safety,
performance and riding enjoyment.
Read this entire manual carefully.
Reading this manual before your first ride will enable you to
maximize all the benefits and features of your Brodie bike. It was
written to help you gain the ultimate in performance, comfort,
enjoyment and safety when riding your new Brodie. For the most
current manual visit www.brodiebikes.com
brodiebikes.com
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Summary of Contents for Brodie Bicycle
- Page 1 This manual will assist you in setting up and maintaining your bicycle. Please read through it to familiarize yourself with your Brodie Bike. We recommend inspecting your bicycle frequently. Remember, proper maintenance and adjustment will greatly enhance safety, performance and riding enjoyment.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Record of purchase ......47 a correct frame fit the rider must be able to straddle the bicycle with Warranty . -
Page 3: Full Suspension Bike
Brodie Owners Manual Full Suspension Bikes Handle Bar Brake Lever Brake Cable Stem Head Tube Top Tube Saddle Seat Post Seat Collar Seat Tube Rear Disc Brake Caliper Seat Stay Down Tube Rear Shock Cassette Tire Linkage Plate Spoke Pedal... -
Page 4: Hardtail Bike
Brodie Owners Manual Hardtail Bike Handle Bar Brake Lever Brake Cable Stem Head Tube Top Tube Saddle Headset Seat Post Seat Collar Rear Disc Seat Stay Brake Caliper F. Der. Cable Down Tube Seat Tube Cassette Front Derailleur Tire Bash Guard... -
Page 5: Road Bike
Brodie Owners Manual Road Bike Handle Bar Brake Cable Saddle Stem Brake Lever Seat Post Seat Collar Head Tube Top Tube Seat Stay Headset Rear Brake Front Brake Down Tube Cassette Seat Tube Front Derailleur Tire Spoke Pedal Hub (front) -
Page 6: I - Understanding The Hub Quick Release
If you are unfamiliar with the usage of hub quick releases have your dealer explain and demonstrate how they work. Always be certain before you get on your bicycle that the wheels are firmly and properly attached to the frame by the hub quick releases. -
Page 7: Pre-Ride Safety Check
Hubs Binding, Grinding, Axle play See dealer Brodie dealer. It is not safe to ride your bike if it is not Rims Untrue, Flat Spot, Loose See dealer functioning at 100% efficiency. If any part gets damaged or... -
Page 8: Rules For Safe Cycling
Bright clothing with reflective tape will also aid others in and annoying faster road users stay in the outermost lane or use seeing you in low light conditions. Have your Brodie dealer bike lanes and designated bike routes if available. -
Page 9: Rules Of The Trail
Stay on the trail; do not create new ones. • pump with gauge and necessary valve adapters. Pack out what you pack in. Control your bicycle. Inattention for even • various sizes of allen keys (2mm through 8mm), phillips driver. -
Page 10: Maintenance: Inspection, Lubrication, Adjustment
PART V Maintenance Schedule MAINTENANCE After an initial break-in period some parts of your bicycle will require Inspection, Lubrication, Adjustment an initial adjustment to ensure optimum performance. Ask your dealer when you should bring your bike back for any needed... - Page 11 Wash and dry bicycle, inspecting closely for damage. within the correct parameters. You will need Allen keys, wrenches Lubricate brake lever pivots. and screwdriver heads to fit the torque wrench. Consult your Brodie dealer to find out which sizes you will require. Lubricate brake pivots.
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Page 12: Torque Values (Tech 1.2)
Before every ride, do a quick check of the nuts and bolts on your Disc Brakes bicycle to make sure none have come loose. You should also periodically go over your whole bike, checking torque values. It can be dangerous... - Page 13 With the tire Pivot Bolt properly seated inflate the tire to the proper pressure and reinstall the wheel on the bicycle. How to Fix a Flat • With the tube removed from the tire check the tire for...
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Page 14: Brake System (Tech 1.5)
Brake Cable Elbow Guide your Brodie bicycle take it to your dealer to have your bike's drivetrain inspected and adjusted as necessary. A Headset Loose?? • Straddle the bike and apply the front brake. -
Page 15: Inspection I (Tech 1.6)
• To check alignment of rear derailleur, stand to the rear of the rear side of the lever and is adjusted with a 2mm allen key bicycle and make sure that the small cog, the two derailleur or flathead screwdriver. -
Page 16: Specific Derailleur Adjustment (Tech 1.7)
• Stand to the rear of the bicycle and make sure that the outer side of the small cog, the two derailleur pulleys, and the chain are all in line as shown in Figure 10. - Page 17 • Do not over shift or the chain may wedge itself between the large cog and the spokes. Guide Pulley • Stand to the rear of the bicycle and make sure that the large Guide Pulley cog, the two derailleur pulleys, and the chain are all in line Top Adjustment (see Figure 10).
- Page 18 Handlebar Stem/Headset lnspection • If you find or suspect damage, have it inspected by your dealer. Do not ride your bicycle until the problem is fixed. • Inspect stem for damage. • Make sure the stem's handlebar clamp bolt is tightened to •...
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Page 19: Drivetrain (Tech 2.0)
Brodie Owners Manual PART V - Maintenance Grips TECH 2.0 - DRIVETRAIN • Loose handlebar grips are unsafe. • Remove and clean loose grips. • To remount, spray hair spray on the handlebar and slide the grip back on. If this method fails use rubber cement. - Page 20 A Note About Step-ln (Clipless) Pedals Step-in pedals are used in conjunction with shoes that have special cleats fitted to the soles. Ask your Brodie dealer to recommend the best shoes for your riding style. If you are unfamiliar with the use of clipless pedals, practice engaging and disengaging the cleat and brodiebikes.com...
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Page 21: Bruce Spicer's Riding Tips
Brodie Owners Manual PART VI - Bruce Spicer’s Riding Tips PART VI The Front Brake is Your Friend BRUCE SPICER'S RIDING TIPS Don't believe people who tell you to ignore the front brake because it will flip you over the bars. Use a smooth, steady squeeze on the brake lever and you will soon learn to brake hard without flipping or skidding. -
Page 22: Warranty Information
WARRANTY INFORMATION Select a reputable dealer that will be able to fill your needs. Your bicycle retailer should assist you to find the right bike, the correct fit • This warranty does not cover damages or failure of the bicycle or and explain the operation of your new purchase. - Page 23 37.8 34.6 32.0 29.7 27.7 26.0 24.4 23.1 21.8 20.8 19.8 18.9 18.0 17.3 16.6 16.0 15.4 14.8 14.3 13.8 13.4 13.0 12.6 12.2 11.8 11.5 40.1 36.8 34.0 31.5 29.4 27.6 26.0 24.5 23.2 22.1 21.0 20.0 19.2 18.4 17.6 17.0 16.3 15.7 15.2 14.7 14.2 13.8 13.3 13.0 12.6 12.2 42.5 39.0 36.0 33.4 31.2 29.2 27.5 26.0 24.6 23.4 22.2 21.2 20.3 19.5 18.7 18.0 17.3 16.7 16.1 15.6 15.0 14.6 14.1 13.7 13.3 13.0 44.9 41.1 38.0 35.2 32.9 30.8 29.0 27.4 26.0 24.7 23.5 22.4 21.4 20.5 19.7 19.0 18.2 17.6 17.0 16.4 15.9 15.4 14.9 14.5 14.1 13.7 47.2 43.3 40.0 37.1 34.6 32.5 30.5 28.8 27.3 26.0 24.7 23.6 22.6 21.6 20.8 20.0 19.2 18.5 17.9 17.3 16.7 16.2 15.7 15.2 14.8 14.4...
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Page 24: Records Of Maintenance
Brodie Owners Manual Purchase Details Record of maintenance Record of purchase Enter each repair here. date: Brodie Model Color Serial # Size Date of Purchase Dealer Address City State/Prov. Zip/Postal Code Dealer Phone # Attach Receipt Here: For the most current manual visit www.brodiebikes.com Required for warranty purposes brodiebikes.com... - Page 25 Address Brodie Bicycle Warranty City Brodie warranty will cover defects in material and workmanship of the frame from the date of purchase to the State/Prov. Zip/Postal Code registered original owner with a copy of the original, dated receipt. Different materials and different categories of Home Phone # bikes have their own specific warranty details, as outlined below.
- Page 26 From: Place Stamp Here Brodie 280 SW Marine Drive Vancouver BC Canada V5X 2R5...
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