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'BMX' Bicycles

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Page 1 ‘BMX’ Bicycles This manual contains important safety, assembly, operation and maintenance information. Please read and fully understand this manual before operation. Save this manual for future reference. Date Code Label Here m0104 H-DK BMX EN 072314 Copyright DK Bicycles 2014...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Owner’s Manual Index Introduction • Owner’s Bicycle Identification Record ........... 3 • Fitting the Rider to the Bicycle ............... 3 • Warning and Safety Information ............4 • Freewheel Brakes .................. 4 • Reflectors ....................4 • Rules of the Road .................. 4 •...
Page 3: Owner's Bicycle Identification Record
Owner’s Bicycle Identification Record NOTE: This information is only available on the bicycle itself. It is not available from the manufacturer. Each bicycle has a Serial Number stamped into the frame. The Serial Number can be found on the bottom of the crank housing as shown (1).
Page 4: Warning And Safety Information
Warning and Safety Information Meanings of Warnings: This symbol is important. See the word “CAUTION” or “WARNING” which follows it. The word “CAUTION” is before mechanical instructions. If you do not obey these instructions, mechanical damage or failure of a part of the bicycle can occur. The word “WARNING”...
Page 5: The Owner's Responsibility
Rules of the Road - continued • Always wear shoes. • Ride on the correct side of the road, in a single file, and in a straight line. • Bikes under 20” not intended for use on roads. • Avoid riding at night, dusk, dawn and any other time of poor visibility. •...
Page 6: Part Assembly View
Part Assembly View...
Page 7: Parts Assembly List
Parts Assembly List...
Page 8: Introduction
Introduction This Owner’s Manual is made for several different bicycles: • Some illustrations may vary slightly from the actual product. • Follow instructions completely. • If the bicycle has any parts that are not described in this manual, look for sepa- rate “Special Instructions”...
Page 9: Assemble The Front Wheel To The Fork
Assemble the Front Wheel to the Fork 1. If the Axle Nuts (A) are already attached to the front wheel axle, begin by remov- ing them with an open end wrench or adjustable wrench. 2. Set the wheel into the front fork (B). 3.
Page 10: Handlebar And Stem Installation - No Gyro Brakes
Handlebar and Stem Installation - No Gyro Brake WARNING: To prevent steering system damage and possible loss of control, the “MIN-IN” (minimum insertion) mark (A) on the stem must be below the top of the Locknut (B). NOTE: Remove plastic Cap (E) from the end of the Stem (11).
Page 11 Handlebar and Stem Installation - continued Four Bolt Clamp Top Mount: • If necessary, re-adjust Handlebar. • Tighten Clamp Screws (D) evenly ac- cording to pattern. NOTE: Do not over tighten. Torque to 17 ft-lbs. g 08 Four Bolt Clamp, Front Mount: •...
Page 12: Gyro Brake And Stem Setup - Rear Brake
Stem and Handlebar Setup - Gyro Brake Note: The Handlebar Stem Clamp may be pre-installed from the factory. • Carefully unpack Handlebar and Brake Cables. • If needed, loosen the Stem Bolt (A) and point the Stem (B) towards the front of the bike as shown.
Page 13 Gyro Stem and Brake Setup - continued • Install the two Cable Adjusters (A) into the Gyro Plate (B) making sure the Shorter Cable (C) is on the same side as the Brake Lever (D). • Turn the Cable Adjusters and Nuts (E) all the way into the Gyro Plate - hand tight.
Page 14: Gyro Brake Setup - Front Brake Cable Install
Gyro Brake Setup - Front Brake Cable Install • Pull the Front Brake Cable (A) up through the Stem Nut (B) so that it is routed as shown. • Ensure the Brake Cable does not touch the Tire (C). • Insert Cable Barrel (2-1) into Brake Lever.
Page 15: Seat Installation (Various Models)
Gyro Brake Setup - Front Brake Cable Install - continued • Rotate Brake Levers (A) into a comfortable riding position and tighten securely. WARNING: Ensure Gyro Handlebar/Stem/Wheel system can rotate 360 de- grees without binding any Cables and that the Gyro mechanism works smoothly. Seat Installation (various models) Attach Seat to Seat Post: (pre-assembled on some models)
Page 16 Seat Installation (various models) - continued • Point the Seat (22) forward and put the Seat Post (19) into the Seat Tube (B) (figs 10, 11). WARNING: To prevent the seat com- ing loose and possible loss of control, the “MIN-IN”...
Page 17 Seat Installation - continued CAUTION: Operate the Quick Release Lever (D) by hand only. Do not use a hammer or any other tool to tighten the quick release lever. You must use strong force to move the quick release lever to the “close” position. If you can easily move the lever to the “close”...
Page 18: Front And Rear Reflector Installation
Front and Rear Reflector Installation 1. Position FRONT Reflector (27) so it points straight forward. 2. Tighten Clamp Screw. NOTE: Do not over-tighten. This will damage the Clamp. g 12 1. Position REAR Reflector (20) so it points straight backwards. 2.
Page 19: Pedal Installation
Pedal Installation CAUTION: There is a right pedal marked “R” and a left pedal marked “L”. • The pedal marked “R” has right-hand threads. Tighten it in a clockwise direc- tion. • The pedal marked “L” has left-hand threads. Tighten it in a counterclockwise direction (anti-clockwise).
Page 20: Testing Seat Clamp And Post Clamp Tightness
Testing Seat Clamp and Post Clamp Tightness To test the tightness of the seat clamp and the post clamp: WARNING: Every time the quick release mechanism is loosened, make sure the red reflector is correctly positioned. • Try to turn the seat side-to-side and to move the front of the seat up and down. •...
Page 21: Testing Stem And Handlebar Tightness
Testing Stem and Handlebar Tightness To test the tightness of the stem: • Straddle the front wheel between your legs. • Try to turn the front wheel by turning the handlebar. • If the handlebar and stem turn without turning the front wheel, realign the stem with the wheel and tighten the stem bolt(s) tighter than before (about 1/2 revolu- tion only at a time).
Page 22: Brake System Setup And Adjustment
Brake System Setup and Adjustment WARNING: You must adjust the front brakes before you ride the bicycle. NOTE: FRONT AND REAR BRAKE SETUP IS THE SAME. Brake Shoe Adjustment: Step One: Put the brake shoes (B) in the correct position: •...
Page 23 Brake System Setup and Adjustment - continued Brake System Adjustment: 1. Loosen Cable Nut (1-1) so that the cable is loose. 2. Insert Cable Barrel (2-1) into Brake Lever. 3. Insert Brake Cable (3-1) into Groove as shown. continued >>...
Page 24 Brake System Setup and Adjustment - continued 4. Rotate Housing (4-1) Groove away from Cable Groove (4-2) and tighten Housing Nut (4-3). 5. Squeeze Brake Arms (5-1) so that Brake Pads (5-2) are against the Rim. 6. Pull Brake Cable (6-1) tight. •...
Page 25 Brake System Setup and Adjustment - continued 7. Make sure the Brake Lever is not loose (7-1). 8. Make sure the cable sheaths are fully inserted into the adjustment housing at the Caliper (8-1) and Hand Lever (8-2). • Rotate Brake Levers (A) into a comfortable riding position and tighten securely.
Page 26: Coaster Brakes (Various Models)
Coaster Brakes (various models) These models are equipped with a rear ‘coaster’ brake that is operated by rotating the crank backwards. Operation: Operate the coaster brake as follows: • Push the pedals backward to move the chain backward • The chain activates the coaster brake mechanism that is inside the rear wheel hub •...
Page 27: Pegs Installation
Pegs Installation - Threaded NOTES • Front and rear pegs may be different sizes. • The pegs are optional. You may choose not to install them on the axles. Pegs can be installed on the front, rear or on one side. •...
Page 28 Pegs Installation - Bolt on NOTES • Front and rear pegs may be different sizes. • The pegs are optional. You may choose not to install them on the axles. Pegs can be installed on the front, rear or on one side. •...
Page 29: Repair And Service
Repair and Service WARNING: • Inspect the bicycle frequently. Failure to inspect the bicycle and to make repairs or adjustments, as necessary, can result in injury to the rider or to others. Make sure all parts are correctly assembled and adjusted as written in this manual and any “Special Instructions”.
Page 30: Lubrication
Lubrication WARNING: • Do not over lubricate. If oil gets on the wheel rims or the brake shoes, it will re- duce brake performance and a longer distance to stop the bicycle will be neces- sary. Injury to the rider or to others can occur. •...
Page 31: Lubrication Table
Lubrication Table What When Brake Levers every six months Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of each brake lever. Caliper Brakes every six months Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of each caliper brake. Brake Cables every six months Put four drops of oil into both ends of each cable.
Page 32: Inspection Of The Bearings
Inspection of the Bearings Maintenance Frequently check the bearings of the bicycle. Lubricate the bearings according to the lubrication chart or any time they do not pass the following tests: Head Tube Bearings The fork should turn freely and smoothly at all times. With the front wheel off the ground, you should not be able to move the fork up, down, or side-to-side in the head tube.
Page 33: Tires
Tires Maintenance: • Frequently check the tire inflation pressure because all tires lose air slowly over time. For extended storage, keep the weight of the bicycle off the tires. • Do not use unregulated air hoses to inflate the inner tubes. An unregulated hose can suddenly over inflate bicycle tires and cause them to burst.
Page 34: Limited Warranty
Huffy Limited Warranty • Part or model specifications are subject to change without notice. • This Limited Warranty is the only warranty for this product. There are no other expressed or implied warranties. • This Limited Warranty extends only to the original consumer and is not transfer- able to anyone else.
Page 35 Huffy Limited Warranty - continued For how long does this Limited Warranty last? • The frame is warranted for life except aluminum frames which are warranted for ten (10) years, from the date of purchase. • The fork is warranted for life except for shock forks which are warranted one (1) year from date of purchase.
Page 36 WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR YOUR HELMET WHEN RIDING THIS PRODUCT! • Helmet should sit level on your head and low on your forehead • Adjust the strap sliders below the ear on both sides. • Buckle the chin strap. Adjust strap until it is snug. •...