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6. SADDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
If the seat and seat post are not already installed, insert the seat post into the seat post tube.
WARNING: The seatpost may be raised or lowered for comfort, but it should never be raised above the
"minimum insertion line" marked on the seatpost.
6-A
To raise or lower seatpost,
open the quick-release lever as
shown and close when
adjusted. If not equipped with
quick-release, loosen and
tighten hex head bolt.
Generally, you do not want to raise your saddle higher than determined by this method. If you have to rock your hips to
reach the bottom of the pedal stroke, then your saddle is too high. However, if while riding your bicycle, this position
doesn't feel comfortable to you, adjust as necessary.
7. ATTACH REFLECTORS
Required tool – Phillips head screwdriver
The front and rear reflectors may have been adjusted or not installed to prevent shipping damage. Be sure to mount the
red reflector facing the rear of the bike and the white reflector facing forward. Both reflectors should be set
perpendicular to the ground and secured before riding.
Reflector styles may vary slightly. These instructions are a guide for the most common types.
To install a seatpost-mounted rear reflector (red), remove the reflector mounting screw and gently open the bracket
enough to slide over the stem. Position the reflector and secure with the screw (7-A). Use care not to over-tighten as the
bracket may crack. If the reflector has an adjustment screw, loosen the adjustment screw to set the reflector
perpendicular to the ground and tighten to secure (7-B).
Reflector without
adjustment screw
7-A
QUESTIONS: Should you have any questions during the final assembly of your new bicycle, please call our product
11/12/13
specialists at 800-226-7552 any day between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Eastern.
6-B
To determine proper saddle
height, position right pedal at the
bottom of its revolution, aligned
with the seat tube. While sitting
on saddle, place your heel on right
pedal. Your leg should be fully
extended (6-B).
Mounting screw
6-C
Adjust saddle height if
necessary and repeat. Now
place the ball of your foot
directly over the center of the
pedal (normal riding position).
This should result in the
correct bend at the knee (6-C).
Reflector with
adjustment screw
7-B
pg. 7
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