Lapierre CARBON Owner's Manual

Lapierre 2015 carbon; raid fx; xr; x-control; zesty tr; zesty am; spicy; froggy; dh; overvolt; e:i shock auto bicycle

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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2 - DRIVETRAIN 2.1 REAR DERAILLEUR 2.2 FRONT DERAILLEUR 2.3 BRAKES 2.4 WHEELS You have just acquired a Lapierre bike and we 3 - RECOMMENDATIONS would like to take this opportunity to thank 3.1 TORQUES SPECIFICATIONS 3.2 SUSPENSION FORKS you for your purchase. Lapierre, based in Dijon,...
  • Page 4: I - Welcome

    DO NOT USE YOUR BIKE UNTIL IT HAS BEEN FIXED. When you purchase a Lapierre bike, you are buying the highest quality product that we can offer you. CHECK YOUR BIKE BEFORE Thank you for your trust, and we look forward to accompanying you on many rides.
  • Page 5: Definitions And Restrictions

    I - WELCOME 2 - DEFINITIONS FRAME 1 - Top tube 2 - Down tube 3 - Seat tube 4 - Head tube 5 - Chain stays 6 - Seat stays 7 - Bottom bracket 8 - Fork 9 - Rear shock absorber (Only on full-suspension MTB) DRIVETRAIN...
  • Page 6 Using your bike in riding conditions other than those described above could cause your bike or its component parts to deteriorate prematurely. Lapierre bikes are designed for people weighing up to 100 kg (220 lbs). Exceeding this weight limit could cancel the terms of the guarantee.
  • Page 7: Safety And Usage

    Your Lapierre authorized dealer can help you determine your specific needs.
  • Page 8: Setting

    II - SETTINGS 1 RIDING POSITION WARNING 1.1 SADDLE HEIGHT FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER Every human body is unique, which means that the ratio between your torso, arm length and leg length can RIDE YOUR BIKE WITH THE vary between people even of the same height. It is important to adjust your saddle to your needs. SEATPOST RAISED ABOVE THE If the saddle is too high, your hips will rock from side to side in order to pedal, which can cause back pain.
  • Page 9: Stem And Handlebars

    1.4 HEADSET The headset is composed of two bearings and races placed at each end of the head tube. Lapierre bikes use one of two types of headsets: classic (when the front fork, which has screw threads, is secured by a...
  • Page 10: Drivetrain

    If you have additional questions that are not answered in the manual, please ask your authorized Lapierre dealer for more information. To minimize resistance and wear, the chainrings, chain and cogs should all be as aligned as possible.
  • Page 11: Front Derailleur

    WARNING: If you cannot achieve smooth and quiet gear shifting using these steps, please consult your Lapierre authorized dealer, who can check the different elements as well as the derailleur hanger. 2.2 FRONT DERAILLEUR As with the rear derailleur, the front derailleur has also been adjusted before you acquire your bike.
  • Page 12: Brakes

    - Hydraulic brakes - Hydraulic disc brakes On all Lapierre bikes, the left brake lever corresponds to the front brake, and the right lever corresponds to the rear brake. ( Except for United Kingdom, Japan, Australia and New Zeland) Caliper brakes can be adjusted with the barrel adjuster, by turning the lever counter-clockwise. For cantilever brakes, turn the barrel adjuster on the brake lever to adjust.
  • Page 13: Recommendations

    • Periodically visit your authorized Lapierre dealer so he can inspect your bike. • In case of any serious accidents, have your bike examined by an authorized Lapierre dealer before riding it again. • Avoid using grease on your seat tube as certain ones can be harmful to the resin and deteriorate it.
  • Page 14: Raid Fx

    HESITATE TO CONTACT YOUR These set ups are important. Do not hesitate to ask advice from your dealer. AUTHORIZED LAPIERRE DEALER. In order to set up the suspension, the shock absorber has a red lever that must be tightened to slow down, and vice versa.
  • Page 15: X-Control (Fps+)

    This 29’’ wheel specific frame, adopts a new single-pivot system, guaranteeing significant weight savings and maximum stiffness. The lack of pivot at the seat stay / chain stay junction is offset by the ‘‘flex’’ carbon rear triangle. The Fox shock, specially developed for the XR, is manually adjustable in 3 positions: CTD (climb, trail, descend) and provides a 100mm of travel.
  • Page 16: Zesty Tr / Zesty Am / Spicy / Froggy (Ost / Ost+)

    III - SPECIFIC MODELS WARNING Useful advice If you would like to increase the negative travel, you can slightly reduce the pressure in the shock absorber DO NOT EXCEED 200 PSI OR for additional comfort, or if you ride on very rough terrain. 14 BAR MAXIMUM AND BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET THE The indicator will then be positioned above «...
  • Page 17: Dh (Slt)

    Steps to follow for DH models from 2013 1 - Remove reducers supplied with your LAPIERRE DH. (Angle 0 °) 2 - Select the pair of cups of your choice (angle 0.5 ° - 1 ° or 1.5 ° depending on model). Sold separately.
  • Page 18: Overvolt

    QUESTIONS, DON’T HESITATE TO CONTACT YOUR These set ups are important. Do not hesitate to ask advice from your dealer. AUTHORIZED LAPIERRE DEALER. Make sure you never exceed maximal pressures indicated on the shock absorber. 7.3 Usage: Consult the Bosch user manual provided with your Overvolt.
  • Page 19: E:i Shock Auto

    III - SPECIFIC MODELS 8 – E:I SHOCK AUTO SET-UP If your bike is equipped with the latest intelligent suspension system, e:i Shock Auto, please check the e:i Shock Auto user guide for all the information concerning the usage, care and warnings. 9 –...
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    3 - EVERY SIX MONTHS (depending on how often you ride and the type of riding) Closely inspect the frame for any tiny cracks. Check for play in the crankset. We recommend taking your bike to a Lapierre authorized dealer for an in-depth inspection and tune-up. 4 - EVERY YEAR Replace the stem and handlebars.
  • Page 21: Cleaning Your Bike

    If you have any doubts, you can check the manual from the component manufacturer or check with your Lapierre authorized dealer. It’s better to prevent than to repair, so never wait until the last minute! List of consumable parts:...
  • Page 22: V- General Warranty Conditions

    Labor cost for the replacement of a frame or a triangle are at the expense of Lapierre, only if the claim is made less than 3 years after the date of purchase of the bike.
  • Page 23 The following warranty conditions are only valid if the bike was bought in the countries of the EU or countries and territories represented by an official Lapierre distributor, and remains in those countries. No dealer or distributor can modify the warranty terms, except if the dealer or distributor replaces the Lapierre warranty conditions by his own conditions, at the responsibility of his own company.

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