User Manuals: Cannondale Scalpel Si Cross Country Bikes

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Cannondale Scalpel Si Owner's Manual (106 pages)

Brand: Cannondale | Category: Bicycle | Size: 5 MB

Table of Contents
4
General Warning
6
A Special Note for Parents
6
Section 1. First
7
A Bike Fit
7
B Safety First
7
C Mechanical Safety Check
8
D First Ride
10
Section 2. Safety
10
A the Basics
11
B Riding Safety
12
C Off-Road Safety
13
D Wet Weather Riding
13
E Night Riding
14
F Extreme, Stunt, or Competition Riding
15
G Changing Components Adding Accessories
16
Section 3. Fit
17
A Stand over Height
17
B Saddle Position
18
Handlebar Height and Angle
20
D Control Position Adjustments
21
E Brake Reach
21
Section 4. Tech
22
A Wheels
22
B Seat Post Cam Action Clamp
28
C Brakes
29
Coaster Brakes
32
D Shifting Gears
33
E Pedals
35
F Bicycle Suspension
36
G Tires and Tubes
37
Section 5. Service
40
A Service Intervals
41
B if Your Bicycle Sustains an Impact
43
Section A. Important Safety Info
44
A Wide Range of Injuries Are Possible
44
Bicycles Cannot Protect You
44
Bicycling Inherent Risk
44
Warning Label
45
Riding in Traffic, Commuting
45
Riding at Night, Dusk, Dawn
46
Refinishing
47
Modifications
47
Child Carriers
48
Bicycles Have Sharp Surfaces
48
Bar Ends
48
Installing Accessories
48
Aerodynamic Handlebars
49
About Shimmy
50
Toe Clip Overlap
50
Tire Size
51
Tire & Rim Pressure Compatibility
51
How to Check Wheel Rim Wear
52
Understanding Disc Brakes on Road Bikes
52
Brake Power Modulators
53
Aftermarket Brake Systems
53
Aftermarket Power Systems
53
Section B. Intended Use
54
CONDITION 1 High-Performance Road
55
CONDITION 2 General Purpose Riding
57
Hardtails
59
CONDITION 4 All-Mountain, Overmountain
60
Downhill, Dirt Jump
61
Section C. Mountain Bike Riding
63
Off-Road Riding
63
Bike Types
63
Inspection and Maintenance Routines
63
Suspension
64
Jumping
64
Stay in Control
64
Downhill and Lift-Serviced Riding
64
Shifting Gears While Pedaling
65
Freeride and Downhill Riding
66
Section D. Inspect for Safety
68
Understanding Metals
69
Understanding Composites (Carbon Fiber)
74
Understanding Components
76
Bicycle Lifespan
78
Useful Life of Lightweight Frames
78
Section E. Maintenance
79
Day Service
79
Cleaning
79
Preventing Corrosion
79
Lubrication
80
Tightening Torques
80
Repair/Work Stands
81
Protect from Extreme Temperatures
81
Riding through Water
81
Applying Frame Protection
82
Water Bottles
84
Section F. Limited Warranty
85
Cannondale Limited Warranty
85
Product Registration
87
Serial Number
87
Section G. Pre-Ride Checklist
89
Cannondale BB30 Standard Bicycle Frames
90
Maximum Fork Length
91
Care and Maintenance of
92
Carbon Fiber Seat Posts
92
Care and Maintenance of Carbon Fiber Forks and Stems
96
Bicycle Racks
100
Using Bicycle Trainers
102
Trainers: Risks to Children
102
Bicycle Lights
103
Foreign Objects (Riding Hazard)
104

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