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1. further The screw should be tight against the tyre when you push the wheel in Keeping the wheel in place if the tyres are not inflated the wheel will not stay in place 14 Step 4 Folding the handlebars Squeeze the plastic safety fastener 5 at the grooved area and pull it open Release the handlebar clips 4 and allow the handlebars to drop Fold the handlebars into the empty space in the frame General Information RESOURCES We also have some excellent instructional videos on our website which will help you learn the folding procedures more quickly We also hope to make these downloadable for spartphone so you can keep themwith you always www bigfishbike com MAINTENANCE Your bike should be cleaned regularly Do not wash with a jet spray Clean it with a damp cloth Bigfish is a complex piece of engineering and it is important to check all the fixings and joints on a regular basis to ensure continued high performance You can read more about maintenance in the supplied General Instructions We also have small pocket size folding instructions available for download on our website as well as a Basic Mainte nance Guide TRANSPORTATION When transporting the folded bike always make sure it is properly folded as indicated in this User Manual If the bike is properly folded transport is easy and safe WARNING The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for physical injury or property damage caused by improper2. BISG ISHI FOLDING BIKE GUIDELINES CONTAINS folding instructions unfolding instructions essential safety information Bigfish Folding Bike Owners Manual Important It s vitally important that you acquaint yourself with every aspect of your Bigfish particularly the safety information Before using the bike please read the instructions carefully and fully familiarize yourself with the folding and unfolding procedures If you have any questions that are not answered in this manual or the general instructions please visit the Support section of our website We will be more than happy to help you find an answer Welcome to the Bigfish family TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS snsceccusniucndinccsiormssieteaieenaet ania celia aed an EESE EE EEEE EES 3 GLOSSARY OF TERMS steele aan cea lal xtc ldo esd etcetera aot 4 UNFOLDING OF THE BIKE sescctteccscctascts catvattanletictasteaatnnsneuintabseesandadstettaqit aaa aaa a ae einiaid atta 6 ESSENTIAL SAFETY REMINDER sisiesiestsssccuseticmatisectongdvacaeisestheeraeamncmasssesuneadectiaseusitbootacauniausisconmunssbreagutdboctaaa ness 9 FOLDING setae a a E E AE E EEN a Rone action 11 GENERAL INFORMATION tssiscesesecsicaietecrs ste seccsatisvaisataesantaa eve edeeod stout EEENSEENSEEESEEESSEENSEENSEEESEEESEEESEEEEEEEEEEEESE EEEREN EEE EEt 15 www bigfishbike com IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety is of paramount importance to us Only b
3. cover tightly in place This must be pushed a far as it will go so that it s tight on the safety cover UNFOLDING AND FOLDING BIGFISH Your Bigfish will arrive with you folded in its box No assembly is required other than inflation of the tyres We recommend asking a professional bike repair servicing outlet to give the bike a once over Before using the Bigfish folding bike make sure you know the complete folding and unfolding procedures Only the proper methods of folding and unfolding ensure a safe use of your folding bike All other means of folding and unfolding are incorrect and can lead to physical injury and damage With a bit of practice you will be able to fold and unfold it within seconds Folding and unfolding does not require any tools but make sure you follow the instructions Regularly check the joints and screws in case they have loosened in transit Bigfish reference guide 1 Safety cover under the seat 4 Handlebar clips 2 Frame hooks 6 Rear frame clip 3 Front wheel release Seat post safety lever UNFOLDING Think of it as a circular process Handlebars gt gt Front wheel gt gt Back wheel gt gt Seat Step 1 Unfolding the handlebars Stand on the left hand side of the bike no chain on this side Raise the handlebars to the riding position and make sure the two handlebar clips 4 are closed Close the plastic safety fastener 5 so that the fastener clasps both han dlebars togethe
4. ebars Step 1 Folding the seat and the pedals Release the seat post lever 7 and allow the seat to drop Push the pedals towards the bike and fold them in so they are parallel to it Stand on the left hand side of the bike no chain on this side 12 Step 2 Folding the rear wheel Hold the handlebar with your left hand Use the other hand to lift the safety cover 1 holder Raise the back wheel off the ground and drop down it gently The weight of the bike will separate the two frame parts To fasten the rear wheel in place tilt the bike backwards on its axis until the frame clip fastens onto the front section of frame at the point shown PLEASE NOTE The rear frame part may not lock into position if the pedals are on the floor In this case simply turn the pedals until they are out of the way Step 3 Folding the front wheel Turn the front wheel 180 degrees counter clockwise so that the handlebars are facing backwards Check the cables to ensure they are not twisted the wrong way If they are you have probably rotated the front wheel the wrong way Press the front wheel release latch 8 and lift the front of the bike until the wheel swings free Push the front wheel between the frame tubes until it rests in place NOTE If the front wheel does not rest in place There is a small rounded screw on the right hand downtube If the front wheel does not stay in place simply loosen the screw until it protrudes
5. folding or assembly of the folding bike and transport of an improperly folded or unfolded bike IMPORTANT REMINDER Do not sit on the folded bike The folded Bigfish s feet are not build to withstand human weight The warranty is invalid for all damages to the bike which arise from not properly following the User Manual AN Ved SS h y A N RYA IONI ES Please also refer to www bigfishbike com support for folding and unfolding demo videos
6. r The fastener ensures the rigidity of the handlebars Step 2 Unfolding the front wheel Hold the handlebars tilt the bike back until the back wheel touches the floor Press your toe on the nut on the hub of the front wheel and give it a firm shove Push the front of the bike down so that the front wheel latch snaps into place Turn the front wheel 180 degrees clockwise so the handlebars are fac ing forward as if to ride IMPORTANT Make sure you turned the front wheel clockwise The brake and gear cables should be quite loose and not tightly twisted around the front of the bike If they are not tight you turned it the wrong way Step 3 Unfolding the rear wheel Hold the handlebar with your left hand With your right forefinger re lease the rear frame clip 6 and pull it up towards the seat with a firm thrust Be careful not to hurt your fingers in contact with the safety cover 1 Make sure the frame hooks 2 snap properly into place under the seat as shown Make sure the safety cover 1 is flat in place and that the frame parts are per fectly aligned Look at it closely if it is not tightly aligned repeat the process Always make sure the frame hooks 2 and the safety cover 1 are properly assembled Step 4 Raising the seat Lift the seat and find the position that fits your height Make sure you do not extend the seat beyond the safety line indicated on the seat post Step 4 Relea
7. se of a damaged bike This will also invalidate your warranty The manufacturer also cannot be held responsible for damage or injury resulting from an improperly executed folding procedure We recommend that children under the age of ten do not ride the bike If you have bought the bike for your child review the User Manual with him or her and make sure that he or she will be able to use the bike properly If you intend to lend the bike to someone make sure he or she is familiar with the instructions in this manual and knows how to use the bike properly Follow traffic rules and regulations Use front and rear lights if riding in low light Do not ride with a passenger and avoid carrying heavy loads on the Bigfish The maximum permitted weight of the rider and luggage is 110 kg Regularly service your folding bike and carry out repairs only at professional repair shops Details on home mainte nance can be found in the Basic Maintenance Guide document Be very careful when riding on wet surfaces and in rain Also consider that the brakes may perform less well in wet conditions Glossary of terms The shaded images below illustrate the important connecting and safety devices on the Bigfish e Safety cover e Frame hooks under the seat e Handlebar clips e Front wheel release latch e Rear frame clip clips the two folded frame parts together e Seat post safety lever very important this keeps the safety
8. sing the pedals Unfold the pedals to their riding position Your Bigfish is now assembled and ready to ride NOTE Before riding make sure the Bigfish is properly assembled and that all the locks latches and elements are properly set otherwise do not use the bike The manufacturers cannot be held responsible for injury resulting from an improperly assembled bike IMPORTANT SAFETY ADVICE ALWAYS ensure the seat post lever 7 is pressed as far as it will go to the line marked on the sticker on the safety cover 1 This lever serves as a Safety lock and ensures a safe ride PLEASE NOTE This is the main thing preventing the safety cover from opening by itself If it is not fully in position there is a risk of the bike collapsing The seat post lever should look like this If the seat post lever cannot reach this point on the the safety cover this can mean a that the safety cover is not properly unfolded meaning the two frame parts are not aligned or b the screw attaching the seat post lever is fastened too tightly and you need to lossen it a little You should not attempt to ride the bike if the seat post lever is not in the right position Bigfish reference guide G Safety cover under the seat 4 Handlebar locks 2 Frame hooks 6 Rear frame clip 3 Latch on the front wheel Seat post safety lever FOLDING Think of it as a circular process Seat gt gt Back Wheel gt gt Front Wheel gt gt Handl
9. y reading this manual will you be fully aware of what you need to remember when using your Bigfish Make sure you follow the folding and assembly procedures exactly Be sure to follow the proper sequences Failure to follow instructions and improper maintenance can lead to physical injury and damage of the bike Basic Checks Bigfish s rear brake is operated by applying backwards pressure on the pedals this is also Known as a Coaster Brake If you are uncaccustomed to this sort of brake we recommend taking a few minutes to become get used to it Before riding the bike make sure it is not damaged in any way Using a damaged folding bike is unsafe and can lead to physical injury and property damage In case the bike is damaged or unfit for riding in any way do not use it but contact a professional repair shop A damaged bike is dangerous to use By riding a damaged folding bike you risk injury to yourself and the people around you Before riding make sure the tyres are fully pumped Should be 2 7BAR 3 4BAR 39 1PSI 49 3PSl Ensure the brakes are functioning properly Remember that Bigfish has a rear pedal brake front brake on the left handlebar rear brake on the pedals The Bigfish is a folding bike designed and intended for city riding It is not a mountain bike and is not fit for fast riding on rough terrain or jumping The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any injury or damage caused by improper extreme usage or u
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