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1. 16 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Drivetrain Derailleur Control Cable Freewheel Front Derailleur Guide Pulley Crank Arm Rear Derailleur Pedal 17 2007 PACIFICCYCLE GEARS HOW TO OPERATE Derailleur Gears Most multi speed bicycles today are equipped with what are known as derailleur gears They operate using a system of levers and mecha nisms to move the drive chain between different sized driving gears or cogs The purpose of gears is to let you maintain a constant steady pedaling pace under varying conditions This means your riding will be less tiring without unnecessary straining up hills or fast pedaling down hill Bicycles come with a variety of gear configurations from 5 to 27 speeds A 5 6 speed bicycle will have a single front chainwheel a rear derailleur and 5 or 6 cogs on the rear hub Bicycles with more gears will also have a front derailleur a front chainwheel with 2 3 cogs and up to 9 cogs on the rear hub Operating Principles No matter how many gears the operating principles are the same The front derailleur is operated by the left shift lever and the rear derailleur by the right To operate you must be pedaling forward You can not shift derailleur gears when you are stopped or when pedaling backwards Before shifting ease up on your pedaling pressure For a smooth gear change when approaching a hill shift to a lower gear BEFORE your pedaling speed slows down too much When coming to a stop shift to a lo
2. Bar end 5mm Allen key Shifters Tighten all bolts that clamp the shifters brake levers and bar ends to the handlebar using a 5mm Allen key or Phillips head screwdriver Figure 1 Handlebar with Grip Shifter Figure 2 Top mounted thumb shifter Failure to properly tighten clamping bolts may cause sudden movement of the component resulting in loss of steering control 25 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Shifter binder bolt 2 5 Allen key Brake lever binder bolt 5mm Allen key bolt Phillips head or 5mm Allen key D Steering Tube Brake Boss Drop out Brake Bridge J Brake Boss Drop out Steering Tube Fork Blade Forks There are two different types of forks that vary in styles and dimensions One type is a rigid fork Figure 1 consisting of stationary tubing with curved blades The other type is a suspension fork Figure 2 consisting of stanchion tubes riding on elastomers or springs inside of a straight fork leg This mechanism acts as a shock absorber with a specified amount of travel that varies between models Some suspen sion forks are not adjustable and are very difficult to disas semble If service is needed on a suspension fork consult a professional bicycle repair technician Do not attempt to disassemble a suspension fork yourself Consult a professional bicycle repair technician Check the tightness of the headset and the fork Rotate the fork checking for smoothness If it feels
3. If fitted with V Brakes insert the brake body position of the B washers i e 6 mm and 3 mm so that into the center spring hole in the frame mount dimension A is kept at 39 mm or more ing boss and then secure the brake body to the frame with the link fixing bolt 3 mm washer B 6 mm washer B Shoe fixing nut Washer A Washer Washer A Stopper pin Shoe fixing li 33 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 3 While holding the shoe against the rim tighten the shoe fixing nut fixing nut 5 mm Allen key 4 Pass the inner cable through the inner cable lead Set the cable with a clearance of 1mm between each brake pad and the rim tighten the cable fixing bolt 5 mm Allen key 5 Adjust the balance with the spring tension adjustment screws Spring tension Spring tension adjustment screw adjustment screw 6 Depress the brake lever about 10 times as far as the grip to check that everything is operating correctly and that the shoe clearance is correct before using the brakes Depress about 10 times 34 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Check your Brakes Press each brake lever to make sure that there is no binding and that the brake pads press hard enough on the rims to stop the bike The brake pads should be adjusted so they are 1 mm to 2 mm away from the rim when the brakes are not applied Brake pads should be centered on the rim a
4. To adjust the free play in a three piece type bottom bracket loosen the lockring on the left side by turning it counter clockwise then turn the adjusting cup as required Re tighten the lockring taking care not to alter the cup adjustment To disassemble 1 Remove the cranks from the axle 2 Remove the left side lockring by turning it counter clockwise 3 Remove the adjusting cup by turning it counter clockwise 4 Remove the left ball retainer and slide the axle out of the frame to the left 5 Remove the right side fixed cup by turning it counter clockwise and remove the right ball retainer Clean and inspect all bearing surfaces and ball retainers and replace any damaged parts Pack the ball bearing retainers with grease then re assemble in reverse of the above procedure Cotterless Crank Removal To remove cotterless cranks use the following procedure Note that a special tool will be required 1 Remove the dust cap with a coin or screwdriver 2 Loosen the flange nut or bolt and washer and remove 3 Screw the removing tool into the crank and tighten 4 Turn the screw bolt down until the crank comes away from the axle Screw in the removal tool Turn the screw bolt cockwise Cotterless Crank Replacement 1 Replace the crank arm onto the axle 2 Tap the crank arm lightly with a mallet 3 Refit the washer and tighten flange nut or bolt securely to a torque of 27Nm 4 Replace the dust cover Posit
5. chainwheel If the chain falls into the pedals the High limit screw has been turned too far You will need to readjust the High screw clockwise in 1 4 turn increments until the chain no longer falls off 5 Shift through each gear ensuring all are achieved quietly and without hesitation 6 The barrel adjuster for the front derailleur is located on the shift mechanism Turning clockwise will decrease cable tension and allow the front derailleur cage to move away from the bike while turning counter clockwise will increase tension and bring the cage closer to the bike If you are experiencing problems shifting between gears use the barrel adjuster to fine tune the cable tension NOTE It may take several adjustments to achieve the desired positioning 92 2007 PACIFICCYCLE QUICK RELEASE LEVERS It is important to check the quick release levers before every ride to ensure all connections are made properly and securely Periodically disassemble the mechanism from the bicycle and inspect for any wear or damage and replace if necessary When reinstalling it is very important to ensure the connections are made properly Please refer to page 29 30 for the appropriate assembly instructions REFLECTORS Your bicycle is supplied with one front white one rear red two wheel white and two pedal orange reflectors These are an important safety and legal requirement and should remain securely fitted and in good clean conditions at
6. firmly at the top of the slots which are at the tips of the fork blades The axle nut washers should be on the outside between the fork blade and the axle nut If your bike has a clip on type secondary retention device engage it 2 While pushing the wheel firmly to the top of the slots in the fork dropouts and at the same time center ing the wheel rim in the fork use a six inch adjustable wrench or a 15mm box wrench to tighten the axle nuts as tight as you can 3 Close the brake shoes then spin the wheel to make sure that it is centered in the frame and clears the brake shoes c Removing a Bolt On Rear Wheel 1 Open the rear brake shoes 2 Shift the rear derailleur to high gear the smallest rear sprocket and pull the derailleur body back with your right hand 3 With a 15mm box wrench or a six inch adjustable wrench loosen the two axle nuts 4 Lift the rear wheel off the ground a few inches and with the derailleur still pulled back push the wheel forward and down until it comes out of the rear dropouts 101 2007 PACIFICCYCLE d Installing a Bolt On Rear Wheel 1 Shift the rear derailleur to its outermost position and pull the derailleur body back with your right hand 2 Put the chain on to the smallest sprocket Then insert the wheel into the frame dropouts and pull it all the way in to the dropouts The axle nut washers should be on the outside between the frame and the axle nut 3 Tighten the axle nuts as tightly as
7. leur Gears Operating Principles Hand Thum Grip Shifters b Shifters Below the Bar Shifters Bicycl Basic le Care Maintenance Storage Securi ity 3 ASSEMBLY 01 2 5 Remo mon oom om once o gt 12 14 1 OUR 17 1 M 20 21 21 21 22 62 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Derailleur Geared Bicycle Handlebars Stems and Shifters Aheadset Sunken Stem Shifters Forks Seat and Seat Post Pedals amp Crank Set Front Wheel Quick Release Axle Front Brake Cantilever with Link Wire Cantilever with Straddle Cable V Style Check your Brakes Disc Brakes Derailleur Rear Derailleur Front Derailleur Dual Suspension Rear Pivots Accessories Reflectors Fenders Front Fender Rear Fender Final Check Single Speed amp BMX Handlebars Seat Pedals amp Crank Set Front wheel Front Brake Side Pull Brake Cantilever with Link Wire Cantilever with Straddle Cable V Brake U Brake Front U Brake Rear U Brake Blake Lever Check your Brakes 22 45 22 25 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 29 30 30 37 30 31 32 32 34 35 36 37 38 39 38 39 40 41 42 42 43 44 43 44 45 46 62 46 47 47 48 48 49 49 50 51 52 53 54 54 54 55 55 Rotors Axle Peg Assembly Non Threaded Axle Peg Threaded Axle Peg Training Wheels Wheels to Brace Brace to Bicycle C Shape Brace Flat Brace Stabilizer Bracket Final Check 4 SE
8. to rotate on a pivot point Ensure all attaching hardware is secured and there is no lateral movement of the rear triangle The amount of Rear Suspension travel can be adjusted by turning the adjusting plate Clockwise will increase spring tension and decrease travel while turning counter clockwise will decrease spring tension and increase travel There are many different types of suspension systems too many to deal with individually in this manual There must be enough tension on the spring to hold the spring plate in place Failure to do this may cause the mechanism to fail Failure to maintain check and properly adjust the suspension system may result in suspension malfunction which can cause you to lose control and fall Changing suspension adjustment can change the handling and braking characteristics of you bicycle Never change suspension adjustment unless you are thoroughly familiar with the suspen sion system manufacturer s instructions and recom mendations and always check for changes in the performance of your bicycle by taking a careful test ride in a hazard free area If your bike has suspen sion equipment the increased speed you may develop also increases your risk When braking the front of a suspended bike dips You could lose control and fall Adjusting plate if your skill is not up to handling this system Get to know how to handle your suspension system safely before trying any downhill or very fast biking
9. 78 87 63 64 2007 PACIFICCYCLE oe Required Open ended wrench or ring wrenches 8mm 9mm 10mm 12mm 13mm 14mm 15mm Open end or pedal wrench 15mm Allen key wrenches 4mm 5mm 6mm 8mm 4 Adjustable wrench 5 Standard flat head screwdriver 6 Standard Phillips head screwdriver 7 Standard slip joint pliers 8 9 1 oN Tire pump Tube repair kit 0 Tire levers Travel Tools Spare Tube Patch kit Pump Tire levers Multi tool Change phone call D OLONNE 65 2007 PACIFICCYCLE WHEELS AND TIRES Wheel Inspection It is most important that wheels are kept in top condition Properly maintaining your bicycle s wheels will help braking performance and stability when riding Be aware of the following potential problems Dirty or greasy rims Caution These can render your brakes ineffective Do not clean them with oily or greasy materials When cleaning use a clean rag or wash with soapy water rinse and air dry Don t ride while they re wet When lubricating your bicycle don t get oil on the rim braking surfaces Wheels not straight Lift each wheel off the ground and spin them to see if they are crooked or out of true If wheels are not straight they will need to be adjusted This is quite difficult and is best left to a bicycle specialist Broken or loose spokes Check that all spokes are tight and that none are missing or damaged Caution Such damage can result in severe instability and p
10. 81 82 82 83 86 83 84 85 86 87 88 87 87 87 88 88 89 88 89 89 90 92 90 91 91 92 93 93 94 94 95 97 98 110 98 102 102 103 104 104 107 107 108 108 110 110 111 112 Mountain Bicycles Mountain bicycles are designed to give maximum comfort over a wide variety of road surfaces The wider handlebars and convenient shift lever position make them very easy to control Wider rims and tires give them a softer ride with more traction on rough surfaces The frame and fork on mountain style bicycles are generally much sturdier than those on racing style bicycles Shift Lever Handlebar Top Tube s 2 Brake Lever eat 3 Ox Brake Control Cables Seat Post OSS Front Reflector Quick Release Handlebar Stem YJ 7 Head Set CT yy Front Brake i Head Tube DS ZA Spokes NS We 7 N Seat Stay Front Fork Rear Reflector Wheel Reflector Rear Brake Seat Tube Front Hub Wheel Reflector Down Tube Freewheel Gear Control Cable Front Derailleur Bottom Bracket Axle NN YY LOB Z lt x LL Z Lu a 09 X lt x oO Rim Tire 7 Chain Wheel x Crank Arm 4 Pedal Gear Control Chainstay Tire Valve Cable Chain Rear Derailleur 02 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 03 Seat Seat Post Seat Post Binder Bolt or Quick Release Skewer Seat Stay Rear Reflector Wheel Reflector Fr SA L
11. Brake 1 If fitted with V Brakes insert the brake body into the center spring hole in the frame mount ing boss and then secure the brake body to the frame with the link fixing bolt Stopper pin While holding the shoe against the rim adjust the amount of shoe protrusion by interchanging the position of the B washers i e 6 mm or 3 mm so that dimension A is kept at 39 mm or more 3 mm washer B 6 mm washer B Shoe fixing nut RERA x 1D 7 Washer A Washer Washer A Shoe fixing link 52 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 3 While holding the shoe against the rim tighten the shoe fixing nut 5 mm Allen key 4 Pass the inner cable through the inner cable lead Set the cable with a clearance of 1mm between each brake pad and the rim tighten the cable fixing bolt 5 mm Allen key B C 2mm 53 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 5 Adjust the balance with the spring tension adjustment screws Spring tension Spring tension adjustment screw adjustment screw 6 Depress the brake lever about 10 times as far as the grip and check that everything is operating correctly and that the shoe clearance is correct before using the brakes Depress about 10 times brake housing frame housing stop brake cable Front U Brake housing barrel Rear U Brake Option 1 Rear U Brake Option 2 U Brakes Begin by adju
12. The first is the caliper brake mounting system see figure 1 and the second is the 10mm nut and bolt system see figure 2 Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that particular type of mounting system 1 Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on the rear of the fork and slide the brake assembly from the fork Place the fend er assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up Reattach the caliper brake making sure that the brake arms are on each side of the fender Tighten the bolt until secure r 2 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System figure 2 First remove the front wheel from your bicycle Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut Tighten the bolt until secure 43 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Rear Fender The rear fender is mounted at the seatstay brace There are two ways in which to mount your rear fender The first is the screw mounting system see figure 3 and the second is the 10mm bolt and screw system see figure 4 Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that particular type of mounting system 1 Screw Mounting System First remove the rear wheel Place the fender assembly between the stay
13. adjusting nut by hand and move the quick release lever to the closed position You should feel considerable resistance while moving the lever If not re open and re tighten the lever then move it to the closed position so it is in line with the frame as pictured If equipped with a binder clamp Insure the lip on the binder clamp is fitted completely against the top of the seat tube of the frame With the seat post inserted tighten the binder bolt securely Position the top of the seat parallel with the ground Push the front of the seat up and down to firmly mesh the serrations together The serrations must mesh completely together to insure a stabilized rid ing position Securely tighten the nut on the seat clamp If there is a nut on both sides of the clamp tighten each one by alternating from one to the other Check for tightness by twisting the seat from side to side and from front to back If the seat moves at the seat clamp or quick release reposition and re tighten the appropriate clamping mechanism NOTE Comfort Series CS bicycles may be equipped with a suspension seat post See Diagram bottom left Some suspension posts can be adjusted for stiff ness using the preload adjusting screw Turning the 6mm Allen screw Clockwise will decrease travel and make the suspension stiffer while turning the 6mm Allen screw Counter clockwise will increase travel and make the suspension less rigid Note In addition to normal assembly pleas
14. all times Periodically inspect all reflectors brackets and mounting hardware for signs of wear or damage Replace immediately if damage is found Please see pages 12 13 for more information Wear reflective clothing when riding oes Attach a light to your 5 Reflectors gt Y A 1 y ps bike if you ride at night 93 2007 PACIFICCYCLE MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES Your bicycle might be shipped with accessories that can be added onto you new bicycle The following will detail how and where to attach your micilanious accessories Basket Assembly Your bicycle may be supplied with an attachable front basket You must make sure that the basket is attached properly First insert the washer onto the 10mm hex head bolt Then insert hex head bolt through the basket and through the basket bracket assembly on bike Next insert a second washer onto the bolt and thread a 10mm nylox nut onto the bolt behind the basket bracket assem bly Tighten bolts until snug Repeat for second bolt See diagram at the right 94 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Problem Gear shifts not working properly Slipping chain Chain jumping off freewheel sprocket or chainring Constant clicking noises when pedaling Grinding noise when pedaling 95 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Possible Cause Derailleur cables sticking stretched damaged Front or rear derailleur not adjusted properly Indexed shifting not adjusted properly Excessive
15. and cause irreparable damage Before your first ride please check to insure your pedals are attached correctly 28 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Quick Release Adjusting Axle Nut Quick Release Lever Spring Closed Position 29 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Front Wheel Check the wheel hub before attaching it to the fork by rotating the threaded axle It should be smooth with no lateral movement Insert the front wheel into the fork dropouts Tighten the wheel nuts using the appropriate 14mm or 15mm wrench Spin the wheel checking for trueness Some bicycles have wheel axles that incorporate a Quick Release QR mechanism This allows easy wheel removal without the need for tools The mechanism uses a long bolt with an adjusting nut on one end and a lever operating a cam action tensioner on the other If the wheel is fitted with a Quick Release type axle turn the adjusting nut so that the locking lever is moved to the closed position with a firm action At the halfway closed position of the quick release lever you should start to feel some resistance to this motion Do not tighten the quick release by using the quick release lever like a wing nut If the quick release lever is moved to the closed position with no resistance clamping strength is insufficient Move the quick release lever to the open position tighten the quick release adjusting nut and return the quick release lever to the closed position Correct Quick Release A
16. approximate pant inseam a Frame Sizing Guide S Cc Approximate Rider Leg Suggested Frame Size for Suggested Frame Size for ul Length Racing Touring Bicycle Mountain or Hybrid Bicycle o 3 m 61 69cm 24 27 inches 37cm 14 5 inches 66 76cm 26 30 inches 43cm 17 inches 1 2in I 71 79cm 28 31 inches 50cm 19 5 inches 45cm 18 inches 76 84cm 30 33 inches 55cm 21 5 inches 50cm 19 5 inches 79 86cm 31 34 inches 57cm 22 5 inches 52cm 20 5 inches 81 89cm 32 35 Inches 60cm 23 5 Inches 53 56cm 21 22 Inches 86 94cm 34 37 inches 63cm 25 inches 58 60cm 23 23 5 inches 06 2007 PACIFICCYCLE r 07 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Maximum Height Minimum Insertion Mark Should not be visible Arms not over extended Handlebar stem height about the same as seat height Pedal at bottom position RIDING POSITION Saddle Height In order to obtain the most comfortable riding position and offer the best possible pedaling efficiency the seat height should be set correctly in relation to the rider s leg length The correct saddle height should not allow leg strain from over extension and the hips should not rock from side to side when pedaling While sitting on the bicycle with one pedal at its lowest point place the ball of your foot on that pedal The correct saddle height will allow the knee to be slightly bent in this position If the rider then places the heel of that foot on the pedal the leg should be alm
17. below the handlebar Retighten the Insertion Binder Bolt to ensure the handlebar does not rotate in the stem v gt A ow gt n n m w lt Warning Over tightening the stem bolt or headset assembly may cause damage to the bicycle and or injury to the rider Head Tube 22 2007 PACIFICCYCLE NOTE Comfort Series CS bicycles may be equipped with a stem that has an adjustable angle In addition to the normal assembly these stems will require angling the stem to the desired position and securely tightening the 6mm angle bolt located in front of the stem bolt Failure to do this may cause loss of steering control Compression Bolt mme S Headset Wedge Stem Cap Bearing Race SS gt Bearing Dust Cover Bearing Retainer RAS Star Nut Inside Steerer Tube Headtube _______J Lower Headset Cup Bearing Retainer tEBtin gt Bearing Dust Cover gt Headset Crown Race 23 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Tightening Preloading Aheadset Stem Installation Should be assembled on the bike already 1 Insert the compression bolt through the top cap and the stem Begin threading into the star nut 2 Tighten compression bolt so it removes all play from the fork but allows the fork to rotate smoothly 3 Align the stem with the front wheel Tighten the stem clamp bolts to secure the stem to the steerer tube Handlebar Installation 1 Remove the stem cap bolts and stem
18. cable attach an end cap and hook it onto the notched part of the nut which secures the shoe 50 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Straddle Cable Brake lt Brake Cable O lt Straddle Hanger T i 12 Straddle Cable Ca Pinch Bolt Anchor Caliper Arm Cantilever Brakes Utilizing a Straddle Cable The length of the straddle cable the height of the straddle hanger and the brake pad to caliper arm position all have an effect on brak ing power Generally the straddle cable bridge is set low and close to the tire for maximum braking force The straddle cable should be high enough however to adequately clear the tire and any debris that may stick to the tire or to fit over the front reflector hanger In the event of brake cable failure the front reflector hanger would prevent the straddle cable from catching in the tire and locking up the front wheel The straddle cable length when adjustable is set to transfer as much force to the brake pads as possible For the most efficient transfer of force the straddle cable and the line between the cantilever pivot and the cable anchor should form a right angle 90 degrees If the force is not at a right angle part of the force gets wasted in pulling on the brake post which has no effect on braking Brake pad aligned with the rim surface Pad and rim should be parallel Pad should be toed in 51 2007 PACIFICCYCLE t 0 5 1 0 mm V
19. cutting ability To avoid injury this product must be properly assembled before use If your bicycle was obtained assembled we strongly recommend that you review the complete assembly instructions and perform checks specified in this manual before riding 04 2007 PACIFICCYCLE ABOUT THIS MANUAL It is important for you to understand your new bicycle By reading this manual before you go out on your first ride you ll know how to get better performance comfort and enjoyment from your new bicycle It is also important that your first ride on your new bicycle is taken in a controlled environment away from cars obstacles and other cyclists GENERAL WARNING Bicycling can be a hazardous activity even under the best of circumstances Proper maintenance of your bicycle is your responsibility as it helps reduce the risk of injury This manual contains many Warnings and Cautions concerning the consequences of failure to main tain or inspect your bicycle Many of the warnings and cautions say you may lose control and fall Because any fall can result in seri ous injury or even death we do not repeat the warning of possible injury or death whenever the risk of falling is mentioned A SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS It is a tragic fact that most bicycle accidents involve children As a parent or guardian you bear the responsibility for the activities and safety of your minor child Among these responsibilities are to make s
20. like the fork is binding then an adjustment will need to be made to the headset Move the fork in a push pull manner checking for tightness If any play is detected loosen the top nut adjust the bearing cup and retighten the top nut Recheck the rotation and tightness If necessary readjust until a smooth rotation is achieved without backward or forward move ment If your bike is equipped with a suspension fork check that the fork compresses and rebounds smoothly To do this place the fork dropouts against the ground push and release the handlebar The fork will generally compress 1 2 and rebound quickly Most elastomer type forks will gradually soften with use 26 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Seat Post Adjusting Quick Nut Release Attach Seat Here Boot gt Minimum gt l Insertion Mark Insert this end into frame Preload adjusting screw on underside 27 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Seat and Seat Post Attach the seat to the seat post by loosening the nuts on the seat clamp Insert the tapered end of the seat post into the seat clamp until it is at the top of the clamp Partially tighten the nuts on the seat clamp until the seat is snug but can still be turned Insert the seat assembly into the frame of the bicycle and adjust the seat to the proper height The seat post must be inserted to at least the Minimum Inser tion line marked on the seat post If equipped with a quick release skewer tighten the
21. not to push rivet too far through side plate FREEWHEEL Inspection Like the chain the freewheel must be kept clean and well lubricated If the chain has become worn and needs replacing then it is likely that the freewheel will also have become worn and should also be replaced Take the chain off the freewheel and rotate it with your hand If you hear a grinding noise or the freewheel stops suddenly after spinning it it may need adjustment or replacement Such action is beyond the scope of this manual and you should consult a specialist 88 2007 PACIFICCYCLE De ae Brake Arm Clip 89 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Brake Arm Sprocket Lubrication Remove any accumulated dirt from the freewheel with a brush and a degreaser Disassembly of the freewheel is a complicated procedure requiring special tools and should be left to a specialist Apply oil to the freewheel whenever you lubricate the chain taking care to wipe off any excess COASTER HUB Many BMX style and other children s bicycles are fitted with a coaster hub brake in the rear wheel This type of brake offers the advantages of reliability and easy operation The brake is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to coast without pedaling if desired There are several models of coaster hubs available and the internal mechanisms are very complex They require infrequent attention as far as lubrica tion adjustment or replacement of internal parts i
22. on terrain which is not suitable for your personal riding skill and experience Always proceed cautiously in areas where you are not familiar with the terrain If you exceed your limitations serious injury or death could occur 110 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Purchase Record Card Fill in Immediately and retain as a record of your purchase Please retain your sales receipt for any possible warranty claims gt pu e Ps Your Name e D Address 2 ba Date Purchased Place of Purchase m in Model amp Brand Information O a Wheel Size Color Serial Number 111 2007 PACIFICCYCLE LIMITED WARRANTY AND POLICY ON REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Your purchase includes the following warranty which is in lieu of all other express warranties This warranty is extended only to the initial consumer purchaser No warranty registration is required This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state FRAME Steel frames are guaranteed against faulty materials and workmanship for as long as the initial consumer purchaser has the bicycle subject to the condition of the warranty listed below Aluminum and dual suspension frames are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of 5 years If frame failure should occur due to faulty materials or workman ship during the guarantee period the frame will be replaced For frame replacement under this Pacific Limited Warrant
23. position 3 Steering Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened and allow proper steering Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened If the bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions ensure they are properly positioned and tightened 09 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 4 Chain y Ensure chain is oiled clean and runs smoothly Extra care is required in wet or dusty conditions 5 Bearings Ensure all bearings are lubricated run freely and display no excess movement grinding or rattling Check headset wheel bearings pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings 6 Cranks and Pedals Ensure pedals are securely tightened to the cranks Ensure cranks are securely tightened to the axle and are not bent 7 Derailleurs Check that front and rear mechanisms are adjusted and function properly Ensure control levers are securely attached Ensure derailleurs shift levers and control cables are properly lubricated 8 Frame and Fork Check that the frame and fork are not bent or broken If either are bent or broken they should be replaced 9 Accessories Ensure that all reflectors are properly fitted and not obscured Ensure all other fittings on the bike are properly and securely fastened and functioning Ensure the rider is wearing a hel
24. riding Service your bicycle regularly by referring to the relevant sections of this manual OR take it to a professional bicycle shop Remember Always wear a helmet and obey all traffic laws 45 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Never inflate a tire beyond the maximum pressure marked on the tire s sidewall Exceeding the recommended pressure may blow the tire off the rim which could cause damage to the bicycle and injury to the rider and bystanders Tighten both rear wheel axle nuts or the quick release mechanism securely Failure to do this may cause the rear wheel to dislodge from the frame dropouts resulting in serious damage or injury SINGLE SPEED amp BMX Includes 16 and 20 BMX Bikes Assembly is the same for boy s and girl s bikes Minimum Insertion Mark Stem Wedge Tube Four Bolt Six Bolt Face Face Plate Plate Foreword Assembling a bicycle is an important responsibility Proper assembly not only gives the rider more enjoyment of the bicycle it also offers an important measure of safety Getting Started Open the carton from the top and remove the bicycle Remove the straps and protective wrapping from the bicycle Inspect the bicycle and all accessories and parts for possible shortages It is recommended that the threads and all moving parts in the parts package be lubricated prior to installation Do not discard packing materials until assembly is complete to insure that no required parts
25. the warranty period the part will be replaced All warranty claims must be submitted to the address below and must be shipped prepaid and accompanied by proof of purchase Any other warranty claims not included in this statement are void This especially includes installation assembly and disassembly costs This warranty does not cover paint damage rust or any modifications made to the bicycle Normal Wear Parts are defined as grips tires tubes cables brake shoes and saddle covering These parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship as delivered with the product Any claim for repair or replacement of Normal Wear Parts grips tubes tires cables brake shoes and saddle covering and missing parts must be made within thirty 30 days of the date of purchase The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear improper assembly or maintenance or installation of parts or accessories not originally intended or compatible with the bicycle as sold The warranty does not apply to damage or failure due to accident abuse misuse neglect or theft Claims involving these issues will not be honored CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY 1 Your bicycle has been designed for general transportation and recreational use but has not been designed to withstand abuse associated with stunting and jumping This warranty ceases when you rent sell or give away the bicycle ride with more than one person or use the bicycle for stunting or jumping This wa
26. to a new gear position After shifting the rear derailleur should not rub on the chain The derailleur should never cause the chain to fall off the inner or outer freewheel cogs The front derailleur should also shift the chain cleanly and without hesitation between each chainring If your bicycle is equipped with front SIS then each click or stop in the shifter should equate exactly to a new gear position When the chain has been positioned onto a new chainring it should not rub on the front derailleur The chain should not fall off a chainring at any time Derailleur control cables are a critical component that must be well maintained for accurate shifting performance Stretch Check them for any sign of rust fraying kinks broken strands and any damage to the cable housing If you find any problems the cables may need replacing before you ride 90 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Outer side of Top Gear Freewheel Pulley Adjustment Screw Adjustment Screws SIS Cable Adjuster Guide Pulley Tension Pulley Rear Derailleur Rear View High Gear Adjustment Screw Low Gear Adjustment Screw SIS Cable Adjuster Rear Derailleur Side View 91 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Lubrication All the pivoting points of the front and rear derailleurs should be lubricated with light oil at least every month Be sure to wipe off any excess oil to prevent attraction of dirt into the mechanisms The shift ing cables should be cleaned and re coate
27. washer between the peg and the frame of the bicycle Slide the peg onto the axle followed by a flat washer and lastly the axle nut Tighten the axle nut clockwise until the peg fits snugly against the frame or fork Repeat for all the remaining pegs Threaded This style of peg is threaded to fit the axle Make sure the axle nut is tight with a 15mm wrench Place a screw driver through the mounting holes of the peg and attach the peg to the axle by turning clockwise Tighten against the frame or fork for a snug fit Repeat for all the remaining pegs PLEASE NOTE Not all axles are able to accept axle pegs Please consult the Pacific Cycle Service Department if you have any questions Some BMX bicycles come with two or four pegs If your bicycle is a Dirt Jumping style bicycle you will receive only two pegs These are designed for the front wheel Freestyle bicycles come with four pegs two for each wheel 58 2007 PACIFICCYCLE wheel brace training wheel shoulder bolt hex nut washer Option 1 training wheel SY hex nut washer shoulder bolt Option 2 59 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Training Wheels There are two options when attaching the training wheels to the wheel brace Determine which option is used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that option Option 1 First attach the training wheels to the wheel brace Position a washer on the shoulder bolt Next insert the shoulder bolt throu
28. you to lose control and fall CAUTION Changing suspension adjustment can change the handling and braking characteristics of your bicycle Never change suspension adjustment unless you are thoroughly familiar with the suspension system manufacturer s instructions and recommendations and always check for changes in the handling and braking characteristics of the bicycle after a suspension adjustment by taking a careful test ride in a hazard free area CAUTION Not all bicycles can be safely retrofitted with some types of suspension systems Before retrofitting a bicycle with any suspension check with the bicycle s manufacturer to make sure that what you want to do is compatible with the bicycle s design WARNING If your bike has suspension the increased speed you may develop also increases your risk When braking the front of a suspended bike dips You could lose control and fall if your skill is not up to handling this system Get to know how to handle your suspension system safely before trying any downhill or very fast mountain biking Suspension can increase the handling capabilities and comfort of your bicycle This enhanced capability may allow you to ride faster but you must not confuse the enhanced capabilities of the bicycle with your own capabilities as a rider Increasing your skill will take time and practice Proceed carefully until you are sure you are competent to handle the full capabilities of your bike Never ride at a speed or
29. Pegs There are many different types of pegs too many to deal with individually in this manual Please see your dealer for spe cific information regarding peg installation Before riding ensure all nuts bolts and fittings on the bicycle have been correctly tightened 62 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Every Six Months Yearly Correct routine maintenance of your new bike will ensure Lubricant chain derailleur wheels derailleurs brake calipers brake levers Oo zZ S Schedule 1 Lubrication gt ad Frequency LL N Weekly wv FL lt a Monthly shift levers TI based grease freewheel brake cables ae based grease bottom bracket pedals derailleur cables wheel bearings headset seat pillar chain lube or light oil chain lube or light oil oil se lithium based grease lithium based grease lithium based grease lithium based grease lithium based grease lithium based grease Smooth running Longer lasting components Safer riding Lower running costs Every time you ride your bicycle its condition changes The more you ride the more frequently maintenance will be required We recommend you spend a little time on regular maintenance tasks The following schedules are a useful guide and by referring to Part 5 of this manual you should be able to accomplish most tasks recommend you see a bicycle specialist If you require assistance we How to Lubricate brush on or squirt brush on or squirt oil ca
30. RVICING Schedule 1 Lubrication Schedule 2 Service Checklist Tools Required 5 DETAILED MAINTENANCE Wheel Inspection Tire Inspection Tire Pressures Hub Bearing Adjustment Flat Tire Repair Handlebar Stem Handlebars Grip Shift Installation Cables amp Cable Housing Headset Inspection Adjustment Saddle amp Seat Post Inspection Lubrication Adjustment Brakes Inspection Lubrication Adjustment Sidepull Calipers Adjustment Cantilever Calipers 56 57 58 58 58 59 61 59 60 60 60 61 62 63 65 63 64 65 66 97 66 67 67 68 68 69 70 71 71 72 73 74 74 74 75 76 75 75 76 77 80 77 78 78 78 79 79 80 Drivetrain Pedals Inspection Lubrication amp Adjustment Attachment Crank Set Inspection Lubrication amp Adjustment one piece cranks Lubrication amp Adjustment cotterless cranks Chain Inspection Lubrication Adjustment amp Replacement Freewheel Inspection Lubrication Coaster Hub Derailleur Systems Inspection Lubrication Adjustment Rear Adjustment Front Quick Release Levers Reflectors Miscellaneous Accessories Basket Assembly Troubleshooting 6 HOW THINGS WORK A Wheel Quick Release B Seatpost Quick Release C Brakes D Shifting E Toeclips amp Straps F Clipless step in pedals G Tires and Tubes H Bicycle Suspension 7 PURCHASE RECORD amp WARRANTY 81 89 81 82
31. S Css ES Chain Stay LD Rear Sprocket Training Wheel 2007 PACIFICCYCLE BMX Bicycles BMX style bicycles are a popular general purpose type most suited for young riders They are valued because of their sturdy and simple construction and low maintenance Front Brake Lever Handlebar Brake Control Cable Front Reflector Front Brake Brake Pad Front Fork Wheel Reflector Front Hub Spokes Your new bicycle was assembled and tuned in the factory and then partially disassembled for shipping You may have purchased the bicycle already fully assembled and ready to ride OR in the shipping carton in the par tially disassembled form The following instructions will enable you to prepare your bicycle for years of enjoy able cycling For more details on inspection lubrication maintenance and adjustment of any area please refer to the relevant sections in this manual If you have questions about your ability to properly assemble this unit please consult a qualified specialist before riding If you need replacement parts or have questions pertaining to assembly of your bicycle call the service line direct at SERVICE AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1 800 626 2811 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 5 00 p m Central Time Tools Required e Phillips head screw driver e 4mm 5mm 6mm amp 8mm Allen keys e Adjustable wrench or a 9mm 10mm 14mm amp 15mm open and box end wrenches e A pair of pliers with cable
32. SAVE CORRECT FITTING MAKE SURE YOUR HELMET COVERS YOUR FOREHEAD LIVES M ALWAYS WEAR A PROPERLY FITTED HELMET WHEN YOU RIDE YOUR BICYCLE DO NOT RIDE AT NIGHT AVOID RIDING IN WET INCORRECT FITTING FOREHEAD CONDITIONS IS EXPOSED AND VULNERABLE TO SERIOUS INJURY 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Personal Care from PACIFICCYCLE Congratulations on your new purchase A Our Service Department is dedicated to your satisfaction with Pacific Cycle and its products For questions regarding performance assembly operation parts or returns contact the experts at Pacific Cycle directly by calling toll free de 1 800 626 2811 8 00am 5 00pm Ceniral Time DO NOT RETURN THIS ITEM TO er thru He THE STORE PLEASE CALL PACIFIC r by email a CYCLE FOR ASSISTANCE customerservice pacific cycle com 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Please Retain your Sales Receipt as Proof of Purchase 2007 PACIFICCYCLE The following manual is only a guide to assist you and is not a complete or comprehensive manual of all aspects of maintaining and repairing your bicycle The bicycle you have purchased is a complex object We recommend that you consult a bicycle specialist if you have doubts or concerns as to your experience or ability to properly assemble repair or maintain your bicycle You will save time and the inconvenience of having to go back to the store if you choose to write or call us concerning missing parts service questions operating advice a
33. Spring plate Anchor bolt Piston 40 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 41 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Attaching Bolt Bushing Rear Pivots The pivot assembly is a simple mechanism that allows the rear triangle to move up and down in combination with a rear suspension Size shape and compounds will vary between models however operating principles are the same A shaft will pivot inside of two bushings secured in place with bolts Pivots should be kept clean and free from grime and should be disassembled and re greased at least once every riding season Please note the drive side crank arm must be removed from the spin dle before attempting to work on the pivot Some models have two small 2 5mm Allen bolts on the underside of the bottom bracket shell These must be removed before attempting to disassemble the pivot After disassembling and cleaning the shaft of the pivot assembly should be lightly coated with lithium based grease as well as the bushings and the threads of the attaching hardware Please remember Never use WD 40 to grease com ponents It is a degreaser that will not provide required lubrication and has a tendency to attract dust Pivot Assembly Bottom Bracket Cup amp Lockring Rear Triangle NES Saddle Bag Reflector Water bottle and cage Tighten both rear wheel axle nuts or the quick release mechanism securely Failure to do this may cause the rear wheel to dislodge from the frame dropouts resultin
34. The first indication that your cables and housing need to be replaced is an increased amount of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters Before every ride check that there are no kinks or frays in the cables and housing Also check that the housing is seated properly into each cable stop of the bicycle It is recommended that the cables and housing are replaced at least good cable a i every riding season to prolong the life of your bike Do not ride a bicycle that is not operating properly 73 2007 PACIFICCYCLE HEADSET Inspection The headset bearing adjustment should be checked every month This is important as it is the headset which locks the fork into the frame and if loose can cause damage or result in an accident While standing over the frame top tube with both feet on the ground apply the front brake firmly and rock the bicycle back and forth if you detect any looseness in the headset it will need adjustment Check that the headset is not over tight by slowly rotating the fork to the right and left If the fork tends to stick or bind at any point the bearings are too tight Note If your bike is equipped with a threadless headset please see a qualified specialist for repairs and adjustments Adjustment Loosen the headset top locknut or remove it completely along with the reflector bracket if fitted Turn the adjusting cup clockwise until finger tight Replace the lock washer or reflector bracket a
35. a gear which will make pedaling easier on a hill make a downshift in one of two ways shift the chain down the gear steps to a smaller gear at the front or up the gear steps to a larger gear at the rear So at the rear gear cluster what is called a downshift looks like an upshift The way to keep things straight is to remember that shifting the chain in towards the centerline of the bike is for accelerating and climbing and is called a downshift Moving the chain out or away from the centerline of the bike is for speed and is called an upshift 105 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Whether upshifting or downshifting the bicycle derailleur system design requires that the drive chain be moving forward and be under at least some tension A derailleur will shift only if you are pedaling forward 1 Shifting the Rear Derailleur The rear derailleur is controlled by the right shifter The function of the rear derailleur is to move the drive chain from one gear to another on the rear gear cluster thereby changing gear drive ratios The smaller sprockets on the gear cluster produce higher gear ratios Pedaling in the higher gears requires greater pedaling effort but takes you a greater distance with each revolution of the pedal cranks The larger sprockets produce lower gear ratios Using them requires less pedaling effort but takes you a shorter distance with each pedal crank revolution Moving the chain from a smaller sprocket of the gear cluster to a l
36. ake pads Secure the front wheel to the bicycle by tightening the quick release mechanism and clamping the lever to the closed position Please refer to sec tion 6 for further instruction on quick release mechanisms Next attach the cable to the brake lever by inserting the cable end into the cable end holder after the barrel adjuster and lock nut slots have been aligned with the cable end holder After the cable is secured to the lever rotate the barrel adjuster and lock nut so the slots no longer line up Ensure the cable hous ing seats appropriately into the end of the barrel adjuster and check for any kinks or damage Slide the exposed brake cable through the rotating rod located on the caliper body and seat the housing into the same stop Insert the cable into the spring and spring boot Next slide the cable through the cable anchor and pull all the slack out Secure the cable in place by tightening the bolts that comprise the anchor assembly Some disc brakes will have a centering devise while others are a free floating mechanism If your caliper body is equipped with centering bolts apply the brake lever after the cable has been connected While engaging the lever tighten the centering bolts securely This will center the caliper body on the disc DISC GETS HOT Severe injury could result from contact with the hot disc Mind your legs as well as your hands 36 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Centering Bolt Disc Mounting B
37. all resulting in serous injury or death Front Brake Determine which type of brake your bike is equipped with and refer to the appropriate assembly instructions For more information on brake adjustment and maintenance refer to p 77 80 Cantilever Brakes Utilizing a Link Wire If fitted with cantilever type brakes insert the brake cable into the link wire lead and notch the cable end into the slot of the left brake arm Loosen the anchor bolt on the right brake arm and slide the brake cable under the tabbed washer Squeeze both brake arms together so the brake shoes hit the rim pull all slack out of the brake cable and tighten the anchor bolt With the cable fitted the straddle holder should sit 10 20mm above the reflector bracket Adjust the brake shoes using a 10mm wrench so that they are parallel with the rim and are positioned 1 2mm away from the rim Several adjustments may be necessary to achieve the correct brake position 30 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 3 Temporarily tighten the cable so that the link wire is at the position in the illustration Link Wire gt Cable Anchor Bolt Spring tension adjustment screw Cable Casing Holder 4 Turn the spring tension adjustment screw so that the link wire comes to a position directly below the cable casing holder 2007 PACIFICCYCLE l 5 Secure one of the shoes at a time The adjustment of the shoe clearance is not necessary at this time Shoe fixing n
38. and fall Failure to properly tighten the stem binder bolt the handlebar binder bolt or the bar end extension clamping bolts may compromise steering action which could cause you to lose control and fall Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar stem assembly using a reasonable amount of force If you can twist the stem in relation to the front wheel turn the handlebars in relation to the stem or turn the bar end extensions in relation to the handlebar you must tighten the appropriate bolts accordingly 08 2007 PACIFICCYCLE SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride it is important to carry out the following safety checks 1 Brakes D Ensure front and rear brakes work properly Ensure brake shoe pads are not over worn and are correctly positioned in relation to the rims Ensure brake control cables are lubricated correctly adjusted and display no obvious wear Ensure brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar 2 Wheels and Tires Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended limit as displayed on the tire sidewall Ensure tires have tread and have no bulges or excessive wear Ensure rims run true and have no obvious wobbles or kinks Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken Check that axle nuts are tight If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the closed
39. and push the air hose or pump fitting onto the end of the valve stem To let air out of a Schraeder valve depress the pin in the end of the valve stem with the end of a key or other appropriate object 109 2007 PACIFICCYCLE The Presta valve has a narrower diameter and is only found on bicycle tires To inflate a Presta valve tube using a Presta headed bicycle pump remove the valve cap unscrew counterclockwise the valve stem lock nut and push down on the valve stem to free it up Then push the pump head on to the valve head and inflate To inflate a Presta valve with a gas station air hose you ll need a Presta adapter available at your bike shop which screws on to the valve stem once you ve freed up the valve The adapter fits the end of the air hose fitting Close the valve after inflation To let air out of a Presta valve open up the valve stem lock nut and depress the valve stem H Bicycle Suspension Some Mountain Bikes come equipped with suspension systems which are designed to smooth out some of the shocks encoun tered in off road riding There are many different types of suspension systems too many to deal with individually in this Manual If your bicycle has a suspension system of any kind consult a qualified specialist to provide you with the appropriate adjustment and maintenance instructions WARNING Failure to maintain check and properly adjust the suspension system may result in suspension malfunction which may cause
40. and the rim when the brakes are not applied The brake pads must be properly centered for maximum contact with the rim Replace the brake pads if they are over worn so that the grooves or pattern cannot be seen The brake cable wires should be checked for kinks rust broken strands or frayed ends The outer casing should also be checked for kinks stretched coils and other damage If the cables are damaged they should be replaced Some brakes have a quick release mechanism to allow easier wheel removal Whenever you adjust the brakes make sure the quick release mechanism is in the closed position Never ride unless the quick release is firmly locked in the closed position Cable Adjusting Barrel Lubrication The brake lever and brake caliper pivot points should be oiled with Egek nut 2 3 drops of light oil at least every three months to ensure smooth operation and to reduce wear Cables should be greased along their entire length after removing them from their casings at least Brake Lever De every six months Always grease new cables before fitting Brake Lever Housing Adjustment Sidepull Calipers Minor brake adjustment can be made via the cable adjusting bar rel usually located at the upper cable arm To adjust squeeze the brake pads against the rim loosen the lock nut and turn the Cable Adjusting Barrel adjuster Brake pad clearance should be a maximum 2mm from the rim When correct re tighten the lock nut If the pa
41. are accidentally discarded Assemble your bicycle following the steps that pertain to your model Note Your bicycle may be equipped with different style components than the ones illustrated Handlebars Remove the protective cap from the stem wedge and loosen the stem bolt using the 6mm Allen key Some models may use a 13mm hexagonal bolt instead of an Allen key bolt Place the handlebar stem into the head tube observing the minimum insertion mark on the handlebar stem and ensuring that all cables are free of tangles Check that the fork and the handlebar are facing forward and that they are properly aligned with the front wheel Tighten the stem bolt Rotate the handlebar to the desired position Tighten stem cap bolt 1 see picture two turns tighten stem cap bolt 2 two turns and so on Repeat until handle bar is secure to the stem See picture for a 4 or 6 bolt system Also check that the stem binder bolts are tightened equally and securely The handlebar must be inserted so that the minimum insertion mark cannot be seen WARNING Over tightening the stem bolt or headset assembly may cause damage to the bicycle and or injury to the rider 46 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 47 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Seat Loosen nut on the seat clamp and add 3 or 4 drops of oil onto the threads of the bolt Place the smaller end of the seat post into the seat clamp until it stops with the bolt to the rear of the seat post Thread the nut on the seat clamp
42. arger sprocket results in a downshift Moving the chain from a larger sprocket to a smaller sprocket results in an upshift In order for the derailleur to disengage the chain from one sprocket and move it on to another the chain must be moving forward i e the rider must be pedaling forward 2 Shifting the Front Derailleur The front derailleur which is controlled by the left shifter shifts the chain between the larger and smaller chainrings Shifting the chain onto a smaller chainring makes pedaling easier a downshift Shifting to a larger chainring makes pedaling harder an upshift b Which gear should be in The combination of largest rear smallest front gears is for the steepest hills The smallest rear largest front combination is for the greatest speed It is not necessary to shift gears in sequence Instead find the start ing gear which is right for your level of ability a gear which is hard enough for quick acceleration but easy enough to let you start from a stop without wobbling and experiment with upshifting and downshifting to get a feel for the different gear combinations At first practice shifting where there are no obstacles hazards or other traffic until you ve built up your confidence Once you ve learned the basics experience will teach you which gear is appropriate for which condition and practice will help you shift smoothly and at precisely the optimum moment 3 Shifting an internal gear hub drivetra
43. ave approximately 10mm of vertical movement when checked in the center between the chainwheel and rear sprocket Center the wheel in the frame and re tighten the axle nuts after any adjustment Bicycles which have a single speed freewheel coaster hub brake or 3 speed hub generally use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles These chains can be disconnected by way of a special U shape joining link that can be pried off of the master link with a screwdriver To replace feed the chain around the chainwheel and rear sprocket fit the master link into the rollers into each end of the chain position the master link side plate and slip on the U shaped snap on plate Make sure the open end of the U shaped plate is trailing as the link approaches the chainwheel when pedaling forward 87 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Chain Rivet Tool Derailleur geared bicycles use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links or to change the length To remove fit the rivet tool so that the punch pin is centered over any one of the chain rivets Push the rivet almost all the way out then back out the punch and remove the tool Holding the chain on both sides of the punched rivet bend it slightly to release link from the rivet To install feed chain around chainwheel rear sprocket and derailleur cage with rivet facing away from the bicycle Bring the two ends together within the special tool and punch the rivet into place Be sure
44. avel wet road markings oil curbs speed bumps drain grates and other obstacles Cross train tracks at a 90 degree angle or walk your bicycle across Expect the unexpected such as opening car doors or cars backing out of concealed driveways Be extra careful at intersections and when preparing to pass other vehicles Familiarize yourself with all the bicycle s features Practice gear shifts braking and the use of toe clips and straps if fitted If you are wearing loose pants use leg clips or elastic bands to prevent them from being caught in the chain Wear proper riding attire and avoid open toe shoes Don t carry packages or passengers that will interfere with your visibility or control of the bicycle Don t use items that may restrict your hearing Do not lock up the brakes When braking always apply the rear brake first then the front The front brake is more powerful and if it is not correctly applied you may lose control and fall Maintain a comfortable stopping distance from all other riders vehicles and objects Safe braking distances and forces are subject to the prevailing weather conditions 14 2007 PACIFICCYCLE TRAFFIC 15 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Wet Weather IT IS RECOMMENDED TO NOT RIDE IN WET WEATHER In wet weather you need to take extra care Brake earlier you will take a longer distance to stop Decrease your riding speed avoid sudden braking and take corners with additional caution Be m
45. brakes are an efficient braking system Keep the rim and brake shoes clean and free from wax lubricants and dirt at all times Keep brakes properly adjusted and in good working condition at all times Open the brake lever and place the nipple end of the short brake cable into the lever then close the lever Secure the ferrule against the lever using the cable adjusting barrel 48 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Side Pull Brakes Adjusting Barrel Center Bolt Brake Shoe Cantilever Brakes 1 Install the cable into the cable carrier 2 Set the cable onto the straddle holder 49 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Side Pull Brake Loosen the cable anchor nut and thread the brake cable through it Tighten the nut by hand until it holds the cable in place Squeeze the brake arms together against the rim of the wheel Loosen the nuts on the brake shoes and turn until they match the angle of the rim Tight en the nuts securely Pull down on the end of the brake cable with pli ers hold taut and securely tighten the cable anchor nut Spin the wheel the brake shoes should not contact the rim at any point and should be an equal distance from the rim on both sides Make sure all nuts and bolts are securely tightened Test the brake levers 20 25 times to take care of any initial cable stretch Be sure to tightly secure the brake fixing nut behind the fork When assembling or adjusting the brakes make sure the cable anchor is tight Failure to secur
46. cap 2 Insert handlebar into the stem cap 3 Tighten the stem cap bolts equally Note the distance between the stem and stem cap It should be equal on the top and bottom of the stem cap A must be equal distance g Sunken Stem Bolt System ee e 1 Remove the protective shipping cap from the stem wedge 2 Remove the Stem Plug from the stem Loosen the Stem Bolt with a 6mm allen wrench 3 Insert the stem into the headtube of the bicycle Ensure that the me Minimum Insertion Line is below the top nut of the headset stem bolt plate welded inside pa 4 Align the stem and handlebar so it is in line with the front wheel 5 Tighten the Stem Bolt with the 6mm allen wrench Reinsert the Stem Plug into the stem minimum insertion line WARNING MINIMUM INSERTION LINE MUST BE HIDDEN WITHIN THE HEADTUBE OF THE BICYCLE stem wedge top nut C d adjusting nut SNS head tube If the stem is not inserted into the top nut to at least the Minimum Insertion mark it is possible to over tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube If these instruc tions are not followed it could cause an unsafe condition and risk injury to the rider Check steering tightness prior to riding by straddling the front wheel Try turning the han dlebar If you can turn it without turning the front wheel the stem is too loose Re align the handlebar with the front wheel and re tighten the stem bolt 24 2007 PACIFICCYCLE
47. closer to or spread them away from the rim as required Brake pad clearance should be a maximum 2mm from the rim When correct re tighten the lock nut If the pads cannot be set close enough to the rim in this manner you may have to adjust either the length of the straddle cable or the length of the brake cable If the brakes use a separate brake cable and straddle cable adjust the straddle length by first screwing the barrel adjuster 3 4 of the way in then loosening the straddle cable fixing bolt then pulling or pushing the cable through the fixing bolt to adjust the length and finally re tightening the fixing bolt Check that the straddle bridge is in the middle of the cable to ensure even brake pad contact Apply full force to the brake lever to test then fine tune using the barrel adjuster To adjust the brake cable length loosen the brake cable fixing bolt on the cable straddle bridge adjust the length until the brake shoes are the correct distance from the rim then re tighten and test Usable Brake Shoe Tread Worn Off 1 Worn Out Brake Shoe Replace Align brake shoe with rim surface Direction o rotation t rim Brake Shoe Holding Nut On some newer type cantilever brakes the main brake cable continues through the central cable carrier to an anchor bolt on one of the brake arms A shorter link cable reaches from the carrier and the hook on the other brake arm Adjustment of the cable length is
48. confidence Once you ve learned the basics experience will teach you which gear is appropriate for which condition and practice will help you shift smoothly and at precisely the optimum moment E Toeclips amp Straps Toeclips and straps are the traditional means which experienced cyclists use to keep their feet correctly positioned and engaged with the pedals The toeclip positions the ball of the foot over the pedal spindle which gives maximum pedaling power The toe strap when tightened keeps the foot engaged throughout the rotation cycle of the pedal While toeclips and straps give some benefit with any kind of shoe they work most effectively with cycling shoes designed for use with toeclips Your dealer can explain how toeclips and straps work WARNING Getting into and out of pedals with toeclips and straps requires skill which can only be acquired with practice Until it becomes a reflex action the technique requires concentration which can distract the rider s attention causing you to lose control and fall Practice the use of toeclips and straps where there are no obstacles hazards or traffic Keep the straps loose and don t tighten them until your technique and confidence in getting in and out of the pedals warrants it Never ride in traffic with your toe straps tight 107 2007 PACIFICCYCLE F Clipless step in pedals Clipless pedals sometimes called step in pedals are the means most racers use to keep the
49. crew the lower cable adjusting barrels out of or into the lower plate until all bearing flop is eliminated b Tighten the locknut of the right adjusting barrel on the lower cable c Rotate the handlebars 180 degrees and recheck for bearing flop If there is any bearing flop use the loose adjusting barrels on the upper and lower cable to remove it d Repeat steps 6a and 6c until the handlebars can be rotated 360 degrees without any bearing flop Finish adjusting the rear brakes 56 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Failure to adjust correctly may result in loss of braking power and personal injury Single Cable Casing Cable Adjuster 7 Cable Splitter Upper Cable Barrel End L long casing Upper Cable short casing ocknut sm Barrel i L Upper Plate Fr r c R for Max Travel 37mm fi 1mm r Keyed Washer Bearing gt O nr ce Me _ LC Minimum 1mm 1 32 Lower Plate m m T Locknut Adjusting Barrel Lower Cable 57 2007 PACIFICCYCLE front rear drop outs J I front rear hub front rear drop outs front rear hub Non Threaded retaining Threaded retaining washer Axle Peg Assembly Instructions Non Threaded First remove the axle nut from the wheel There will be either a retaining washer or a step retaining washer included Place this
50. d 26 Wheel Mountain Bikes Assembly is the same for men s and women s bikes We recommend that you consult a bicycle specialist if you have doubts or concerns as to your experi ence or ability to properly assembly repair or main tain your bicycle Getting Started Open the carton from the top and remove the bicycle Remove the straps and protective wrapping from the bicycle Inspect the bicycle and all accessories and parts for possible shortages It is recommended that the threads and all moving parts in the parts package be lubricated prior to installation Do not discard packing materials until assembly is complete to insure that no required parts are accidentally discarded Assemble your bicycle following the steps that pertain to your model Note Your bicycle may be equipped with different style components than the ones illustrated Handlebars Remove the protective cap from the handlebar stem wedge and loosen the Allen key bolt using the 6mm Allen key Some models may use a 13mm hexagonal bolt instead of an Allen key bolt Place the handlebar stem into the top of the head tube ensuring that all cables are free of tangles Tighten the stem bolt observing the minimum insertion mark and Stem Bolt checking that the forks and the handlebars are facing forward Check the headset for smooth rotation and that the top nut is secured tightly Loosen the 6mm Binder Bolt and rotate the handlebar forward so the levers are at a 45 degree angle
51. d with a thin layer of grease every six months or whenever new cables are being installed Adjustment Rear Derailleur The Low limit screw determines how far the rear derailleur will travel toward the wheel of the bicycle while the High limit screw determines how far the cage will travel toward the frame 1 Shift the rear shifter to the largest number indicated disconnect the rear derailleur cable from the cable anchor bolt and place the chain on the smallest sprocket 2 Adjust the High limit screw so the chain and the smallest sprocket are lined up vertically Remove any slack in the cable by pulling it taut then re connect the cable and tighten the cable anchor bolt securely 3 Shift up through the gears making sure that each gear is achieved quietly and without hesitation If noise occurs use the barrel adjuster to fine tune the cable tension Turning the barrel adjuster clockwise will decrease cable tension and allow the derailleur cage to move farther away from the bicycle in small increments Turning counter clockwise will increase cable tension and bring the cage closer to the bicycle This will micro adjust the positioning of the derailleur cage in relation to the freewheel Simply put turn the barrel adjuster the direction you want the chain to go 4 Shift the chain onto the largest sprocket adjust the low limit screw so the chain and the largest cog are lined up vertically If you are unable to get the chain to the larges
52. ds cannot be set close enough to the rim in this manner you may have to adjust the cable length Screw the barrel adjuster 3 4 of the way in squeeze the pads against the rim undo the cable anchor bolt and pull the cable through with pliers Re tighten the cable anchor bolt Fixing Nut and apply full force to the brake lever to test then fine tune using in pack i the barrel adjuster If one pad is closer to the rim than the other loosen the fixing nut at the back of the brake apply the brake to hold it centered and re tighten the fixing nut Center Bolt Ensure the Brake fixing nut is secured tightly Failure to do this may cause the Brake assembly Side Pull Brakes to dislodge from the fork 78 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Fully Adjustable Brake Shoes 79 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Curved Adjustment Some brakes have a special mechanism which enables you to set the clearance on either side of the rim using a screwdriver Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that the leading edge of the pad makes first contact with the rim Some brakes have special curved washers to allow this but on less complex models it will be necessary to apply a little force to the pad and its mounting Adjustment Cantilever Calipers Minor brake adjustment can be made via the barrel cable adjusters which are located on each brake lever To adjust squeeze the brake pads against the rim loosen the lock nut and turn the adjuster to pull the brake pads
53. e be aware that the preload adjusting screw must be flush with the bottom of the post Some bicycles may come equipped with a shim that should be positioned over the lower half of the seat post and inserted into the seat tube of the frame Failure to do this may cause irreparable damage The seat post must be inserted so that the minimum insertion mark cannot be seen The quick release mechanism must be tightened securely to prevent a sudden shift of the seat when riding Failure to do this may cause loss of bicycle control Pedals amp Crank Set Look for the letters R for right and L for left stamped on each pedal spindle Start each pedal spindle by hand to avoid stripping the threads Tighten with a 15mm narrow open ended wrench Note that the right hand pedal attaches to the chainwheel side crank arm with a right hand clockwise thread The left pedal attaches to the other crank arm and has a left hand counter clockwise thread It is very important that you check the crank set for correct adjustment and tightness before riding your bicycle New cranks may become loose with initial use refer to p 83 86 for proper crank set adjustment and maintenance Once the pedals have been installed remove the dust caps from the center of each crank arm Using a 14mm socket wrench tighten the spindle nuts securely approx 350 in lbs and replace the dust caps Attachment of an incorrect pedal into a crank arm can strip pedal threads
54. e bike s wheel in place Because of its adjustable nature it is critical that you understand how it works and how to use it properly CAUTION The full force of the cam action is needed to clamp the wheel securely Holding the nut with one hand and turning the lever like a wing nut with the other hand until everything is as tight as you can get it will not clamp the wheel safely in the dropouts D gt ez I e Z 0 o e A 1 Adjusting the quick release mechanism The wheel hub is clamped in place by the force of the quick release cam pushing against one dropout and pulling the ten sion adjusting nut by way of the skewer against the other dropout The amount of clamping force is controlled by the tension adjusting nut Turning the tension adjusting nut clockwise while keeping the cam lever from rotating increases clamping force turning it counterclockwise while keeping the cam lever from rotating reduces clamping force Less than half a turn of the ten sion adjusting nut can make the difference between safe clamping force and unsafe clamping force NOTE Once the quick release is installed in the hub axle by the manufacturer or the dealer it never needs to be removed unless the hub itself requires servicing If the hub requires servicing consult a qualified specialist 98 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 2 Front Wheel Secondary Retention Devices Many bicycles have front forks which utilizes a secondary wheel r
55. ear frame drop out Next place the C shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut Tighten the axle nut securely making sure that the wheel brace stays in the proper vertical position The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be adjusted for proper fit Flat Brace Remove the axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle Next place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align it so that the notch fits into the rear frame drop out Replace the washer and axle nut Tighten the axle nut securely making sure that the wheel brace stays in the proper vertical position The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be adjusted for proper fit 60 2007 PACIFICCYCLE stabilizer bracket al Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Your bicycle may include a stabilizer bracket to attach the train ing wheel to the bicycle First remove the nut and washer from the rear wheel axle Align the stabilizer bracket onto the brace Align the brace and stabilizer bracket on the wheel axle Replace the axle nut and washer secure tightly The elongated hole on the brace allows for raising and lowering the training wheel to the proper height NOTICE Not all bicycles will accept training wheels If your bike did not come stock with training wheels please call Pacific Cycle to help determine if after market traini
56. ely tighten the nut could result in brake failure and personal injury Cantilever Brakes Utilizing a Link Wire If fitted with cantilever type brakes insert the brake cable into the link wire lead and notch the cable end into the slot of the left brake arm Loosen the anchor bolt on the right brake arm and slide the brake cable under the tabbed washer Squeeze both brake arms together so the brake shoes hit the rim pull all slack out of the brake cable and tighten the anchor bolt With the cable fitted the straddle holder should sit 10 20mm above the reflector bracket Adjust the brake shoes using a 10mm wrench so that they are parallel with the rim and are positioned 1 2mm away from the rim Several adjustments may be necessary to achieve the correct brake position 3 Temporarily tighten the cable so that the link wire is at the position in the illustration Link Wire gt Cable Anchor Bolt Spring tension adjustment screw Cable Casing Holder 4 Turn the spring tension adjustment screw so that the link wire comes to a position directly below the cable casing holder gt 5 Secure one of the shoes at a time A The adjustment of the shoe clearance is not necessary at this time Shoe fixing nut tightening torque 7 84 8 82 Nm 70 78 in Ibs 10 mm wrench 5 mm Allen key 6 If balance adjustment is necessary adjust with the spring tension adjustment screw Cut off any unneces sary
57. er ride a bicycle if the stem has been raised so that the max height minimum insertion line can be seen LLLI PR Bolt Max Height HT x Min Insertion Mark Pes Stem Bolt Wedge Warning Over tightening the stem bolt or headset assembly may cause damage to the bicycle and or injury to the rider 70 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 71 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Make sure handlebars and fork are facing forward Note curved rake of fork faces forward When re fitting the stem make sure the handlebars are correctly aligned and tightened using the appropriate hex wrench or allen key Do not over tighten Test the security of the handlebar within the stem and the stem within the fork steerer tube by clamping the front wheel between your knees and trying to move the handlebar up and down and from side to side The handlebar should not move when applying turning pressure Handlebars The exact positioning of the handlebar is a matter of personal comfort For MTB bicycles the bar should be approximately horizontal with the ends pointing back and slightly up On BMX bicycles the handlebar should remain in an approximately upright position but can be angled back or forward slightly for comfort On MTB and racing style bicycles the handlebar is usually tightened in the stem by a single allen key bolt or hexagonal bolt On BMX style bicycles there may be four clamping bolts Please note that if you need to replace the fork on yo
58. etention device to keep the wheel from disengaging if the quick release is incorrectly adjusted Secondary retention devices are not a substitute for correct quick release adjustment Secondary retention devices fall into two basic categories a The clip on type is an accessory part which the manufacturer adds to the front wheel hub or front fork b The integral type is molded cast or machined into the outer faces of the front fork dropouts Ask your dealer to explain the particular secondary retention device on your bike WARNING Removing or disabling the secondary retention device is extremely dangerous and may lead to serious injury or death It also may void the warranty 3 Removing or Installing Quick Release Wheels a Removing a Quick Release Front Wheel 1 Open up the brake shoes 2 Rotate the wheel s quick release lever from the locked or CLOSED position to the OPEN position 3 If your front fork does not have a secondary retention device go to step 5 4 If your front fork has a clip on type secondary retention device disengage it and go to step 5 If your front fork has an integral secondary retention device loosen the tension adjusting enough to allow removing the wheel then go to step 5 5 Raise the front wheel a few inches off the ground and tap the top of the wheel with the palm of your hand to knock the wheel out of the front fork b Installing a Quick Release Front Wheel 1 Rotate the quick release lever so that it cu
59. example turning clockwise will loos en the cable tension and move the chain away from the wheel while turning counter clockwise will tighten cable tension and direct the chain towards the wheel Shift the rear shifter to the gear one and place the chain on the largest cog High Gear mS Adjust the Low limit screw in quarter turn increments until the Adjustment Screw guide pulley and the largest cog are aligned vertically Again lots shift through each gear several times checking that each gear Adjustment is achieved smoothly It may take several attempts before the Screw f T Bia E rear derailleur and cable is adjusted properly Tension Pulley SIS Cable Adjuster Ensure all bolts are secured tightly and the chain does not fall off in either direction Barrel Adjuster Rear Derailleur Side View 38 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Low Adjusting Screw High Adjusting Cable Anchor Bolt gt Screw Chainguide Outer Chainguide i clearance of 1 3mm Inner Chainguard 39 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Front Derailleur Shift both shifters to the smallest number indicated and place the chain on the corresponding cog and chainwheel Discon nect the front derailleur cable from the cable anchor bolt Check the position of the front derailleur it should be parallel with the outer chainwheel and clear the largest chainwheel by 1 3mm when fully engaged With the chain on the smallest chainwheel in front and the largest cog in back adju
60. experience the more fit the higher the cadence optimum cadence is between 60 and 90 pedal revolutions per minute 2 Shifting a derailleur drivetrain If your bicycle has a derailleur drivetrain the gear changing mechanism will consist of a rear sprocket cluster called a freewheel or freewheel cassette e a rear derailleur usually a front derailleur one or two shifters one or two control cables one two or three front sprockets called chainrings e a drive chain The number of possible gear combinations speeds is the product of multiplying the number of sprockets at the rear of the drivetrain by the number of sprockets at the front 6 x 2 12 6 x 3 18 7 x 3 21 and so on a Shifting Gears There are many different types of shifter mechanisms each preferred for specific types of application because of its ergonomic performance and price characteristics The designers of your bike have selected the shifter design which they believe will give the best results on your bike The vocabulary of shifting can be pretty confusing A downshift is a shift to a slower gear one which is easier to pedal An upshift is a shift to a faster harder to pedal gear What s confusing is that what s hap pening at the front derailleur is the opposite of what s happening at the rear derailleur for details read the instructions on Shifting the Rear Derailleur and Shifting the Front Derailleur below For example you can select
61. f needed this should be left to a specialist Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it along with the chain Make sure the brake arm is correctly attached to the chainstay with the brake arm clip The brake will not operate otherwise DERAILLEUR SYSTEMS The derailleur system includes the front and rear derailleurs the shift levers and the derailleur control cables all of which must function correctly for smooth gear shifting to occur There are several different types of derailleur systems but all operate using similar principles Your new bicycle may be fitted with a standard friction type system where you will need to feel each gear shift into position It may be fitted with an index system e g SIS which links each different gear position to a positive click mechanism in the shifter and makes shifting very simple and precise A further development of SIS is the fully integrated system e g STI where the shift lever and brake lever mechanisms form an integrated unit with the system allowing both gear shifting and braking to occur at the same time Inspection Pre stretch the derailleur The operation of the derailleur system should be checked at cables to remove slack least every month Check the operation of the rear derailleur first then the front The rear derailleur should shift the chain cleanly from one cog to the next without hesitation On SIS equipped bicycles each notched position in the shifter must equate
62. fect on braking V Style Brakes If not already assembled take the brake noodle from the parts box and slide the cable through the larger opening The cable housing will then seat into the end of the noodle Slide the cable through the cable lead on the end of the left brake arm this will cause the noodle to fit into the lead Slip the brake cable boot over the cable and posi tion it between both brake arms Next loosen the 5mm anchor bolt at the end of the right brake arm and slide the cable under the retain ing washer Pull the slack out of the cable making sure a distance of 39mm or more remains between the end of the lead and the start of the anchor bolt Once the cable is secured to the brake arms engage the brake lever several times checking the position of the brake shoes at the rim The brake shoes should be 1mm away from the rim when in a relaxed position When the brake lever is engaged the brake shoe should hit the rim flush never the tire with the front brake pad touching the rim slightly before the rear This is called toeing in your brake shoe If this position is not achieved adjustments to the brake shoe are required Loosen the brake shoe hardware and reposi tion the brake shoe It may take several shoe and cable adjustments before the required position is accomplished 32 2007 PACIFICCYCLE V Brake 2 While holding the shoe against the rim adjust the amount of shoe protrusion by interchanging the 4
63. g in serious damage or injury Accessories If your bike is supplied with a water bottle and cage attach the cage to the bicycle using the Allen bolts provided Some bikes come equipped with a saddle bag or frame bag The saddle bag installs under the seat with the zipper facing the rear wheel Undo the straps that wrap around the bag thread them through the rails underneath the seat and secure around the bag The smaller strap wraps around the seat post Frame bags install at the apex of the top and seat tubes Secure the straps around each tube NOTE The frame bag straps must not bind the cables The straps must go around the frame only Other Some 20 and 24 model bicycles come with a rear derailleur guard to protect the rear derailleur from damage To install remove the the rear wheel axle nut on the drive side install the rear derailleur guard over the axle with the U shaped guard pointing down and retighten the axle nut The guard will sit between the frame and the axle nut Reflectors Attach the white reflector to the front reflector bracket and secure to the fork or handlebar using the hardware provided Attach the red reflector to the rear reflector bracket and secure to the frame or seat post depending on the bracket style with the hardware provided 42 2007 PACIFICCYCLE figure 1 Fenders Front Fender The front fender is mounted at the fork crown There are two ways in which to mount your front fender
64. g the last most difficult part on using your thumbs Note Avoid using tire levers as these can easily puncture the tube or damage the tire Check that the tube is not caught between the rim and the tire bead at any point Using a hand pump inflate the tube until the tire begins to take shape and check that the tire bead is evenly seated all the way around the rim When properly seated fully inflate the tire to the pressure marked on the sidewall Use a tire air pressure gauge to check Replace the wheel into the frame checking that all gears brakes and quick release levers are properly adjusted Max Height Minimum Insertion Mark Handlebar Binder Bolt Handlebar Clamp Bolts HANDLEBARS AND STEM Handlebar Stem The handlebar stem fits into the steering column and is held firm by the action of a binder bolt and expander wedge which when tightened binds with the inside of the fork steerer tube When removing the stem loosen the stem bolt two or three turns then give it a tap to loosen the wedge inside Lubricate by first wiping off any old grease and grime then applying a thin film of grease to the part including the wedge that will be inserted into the frame The height of the handlebar can be adjusted to suit your comfort preference If the stem is removed from the steering column you will notice a mark about 65mm up from the bottom with the words max height or minimum insertion Nev
65. gh the wheel Follow with another flat washer then completely thread a hex nut onto the shoulder bolt Insert the shoulder bolt through the wheel brace and set the washer on the shoulder bolt Lock the training wheel into place by screwing another hex nut onto the shoulder bolt Repeat for both training wheels Option 2 First attach the training wheels to the wheel brace Insert the shoulder bolt through the wheel Follow with a flat washer Insert the shoulder bolt through the wheel brace and set the washer on the shoulder bolt Lock the train ing wheel into place by screwing another hex nut onto the shoulder bolt Repeat for both training wheels It is very important to check the training wheel connection to the bicycle Failure to properly tighten may cause the train ing wheel to dislodge Please contact Pacific Cycle Service with any questions c shaped wheel brace axle nut 4 training wheel A S brace stabilizer washer WU lt training wheel Attaching Training Wheel Brace to Bicycle There are two different braces used to attach the training wheels to the bicycle the C Shape Brace and the Flat Brace Determine which brace was included with your bicycle and fol low the given instructions for that particular brace C Shape Brace Remove the axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle Place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align the washer so that the notch on the washer fits into the r
66. he cable roller Push the lower cable roller assem bly down towards the hinge assembly The top plate should not move 3 With one index finger hold the top plate and with the other index finger separate the lower cable roller assembly with the top plate 4 Insert the brake cable around the lower cable roller assembly Figure 2 Reassemble the lower cable roller assembly with the top plate Be sure to pull the lower cable assembly up away from the hinge assembly Make sure the cable roller is locked into place with the top plate 5 Install the adjuster barrels into the proper slots 6 Reattach the covering plate The rest of the assembly will follow the Rotor assembly procedures page 56 beginning at the Upper Cable Section Part 2 Press each brake lever to make sure that there is no binding and that the brake pads press hard enough on the rims to stop the bike The brake pads should be adjusted so they are 1mm to 2 mm away from the rim when the brakes are not applied Brake pads should be centered on the rim and the rear portion of each brake pad should be about 0 5 1 0 mm farther from the rim than the front portion of the brake pad Do not ride the bicycle until the brakes are functioning properly To test apply the brakes while trying to push the bike forward to make sure they will stop the bicycle 55 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Rotors Some freestyle BMX bicycles come equipped with a detangler system that will allow the ha
67. he chainrings and wipe off excess dirt and grease that may have built up on them Lubrication and Adjustment One Piece Cranks To adjust the free play in a one piece type bottom bracket loosen the locknut on the left side by turning it clockwise and tighten the adjusting cone counter clockwise using a screwdriver in the slot When correctly adjusted re tighten the locknut counter clockwise To disassemble Remove the chain from the chainwheel Remove the left pedal by turning the spindle clockwise Remove the left side locknut by turning it clockwise and remove the keyed lockwasher Remove the adjusting cone by turning it clockwise with a screwdriver Remove the left ball retainer slide the crank assembly out of the frame to the right and remove the right ball retainer Clean and inspect all bearing surfaces and ball retainers and replace any damaged parts Pack the ball bearing retainers with grease then re assemble in the reverse of the above procedure ARONA Bearing Cup Locknut Fixed Cone 0 00 0 00 Fete Adjusting Cone Bearing Cup Ball Retainer Ball Retainer Chainwheel One Piece Crank Assembly 84 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Bottom Bracket Cotterless Crank removing tool Fixed Cup Ball Retainer Adjusting Cup Bottom Bracket Lockring Shell Remove the dust cap Loosen and remove the flange nut 85 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Lubrication and Adjustment Cotterless Cranks
68. her Axle Nut Axle f Cone Nuts Fork Drop Out Retaining Washer Brake Lever Cable Adjusting Barrel Handlebar Front Wheel 1 Make sure the brakes are loose enough to allow the wheel to pass through the brake pads easily 2 Place wheel into fork drop outs 3 Install retaining washers with raised lip pointed towards the fork and insert into the small hole of the fork blade NOTE Some bikes may have step retaining washers in place of the retaining washer shown in dotted box If so install the step retaining washer raised portion sliding in to the fork dropouts 4 Install axle nut and tighten Make sure the wheel is centered between the fork blades 5 Spin the wheel to make sure that it is centered and clears the brake shoes Tighten the brakes if necessary 6 Turn the bicycle upright using the kickstand to support it It is very important to check the front wheel connection to the bicycle Failure to properly tighten may cause the front wheel to dislodge Front Brake Determine which type of brake your bike is equipped with and refer to the appropriate assembly instructions For more information on brake adjustment and maintenance refer to p 77 80 A greater force is required to activate the rear brake due to longer cable length It is advisable to mount the rear brake on the side of the stronger hand It is important to become familiar with the use of hand brakes When properly adjusted hand
69. hop for possible frame realignment Replace Inner tube Replace tire Replace with correct tire Remove sharp object embedded in tire Correct tire pressure File down spoke 6 How Things Work It s important to your performance enjoyment and safety to understand how things work on your bicycle Even if you re an experienced bicyclist don t assume that the way things work on your new bike is the same as how they work on older bikes Be sure to read and to understand this section of the Manual If you have even the slightest doubt as to whether you under stand something talk to a qualified specialist A Wheel Quick Release WARNING Riding with an improperly adjusted wheel quick release can allow the wheel to wobble or disengage from the bicy cle causing damage to the bicycle and serious injury or death to the rider Therefore it is essential that you 1 Make sure you know how to install and remove your wheels safely 2 Understand and apply the correct technique for clamping your wheel in place with a quick release 3 Each time before you ride the bike check that the wheel is securely clamped Invented in the 1930s to allow quick easy wheel removal without the need for tools the bicycle wheel quick release has become standard equipment on most recreational sports and competition bicycles While it looks like a long bolt with a lever on one end and a nut on the other the wheel quick release uses a cam action to clamp th
70. htly before cornering and prepare to lean your body into the corner Maintain the inside pedal at the 12 o clock position and slightly point the inside knee in the direction you are turning Keep the other leg straight don t pedal through fast or tight corners Please refer to pages 103 4 for braking techniques and pages 104 7 for gear shifting techniques Rules for Children To avoid accidents teach children good riding skills with an emphasis on safety from an early age Children should be super vised by an adult Always wear a properly fitted helmet Do not play in driveways or the road Do not ride on busy streets Do not ride at night Obey all the traffic laws especially stop signs and red lights Be aware of other road vehicles behind and nearby Before entering a street Stop look right left and right again for traffic If there s no traffic proceed into the roadway If riding downhill be extra careful Slow down using the brakes and maintain control of the steering Never take your hands off the handlebars or your feet off the pedals when riding downhill M O O1 B ND The Consumer Protection Safety Commission advises that the riding of small wheel diameter bicycles at excessive speeds can lead to instability and is not recommended Children should be made aware of all possible riding hazards and correct riding behavior before they take to the streets Do not leave it up to trial and error
71. iety of shapes sizes and materials and each are designed with a particular purpose in mind Some pedals can be fitted with toe clips and straps These help to keep the feet correctly positioned and allow the rider to exert pulling force as well as downward pressure on the pedals Use of toe clips with straps requires practice to acquire the necessary skill to operate them safely Inspection Pedals should be inspected every month taking note of the following areas Check correct tightness into the crank arms If pedals are allowed to become loose they will not only be dangerous but will also cause irreparable damage to the cranks Check that pedal bearings are properly adjusted Move the pedals up and down and right to left and also rotate them by hand If you detect any looseness or roughness in the pedal bearings then adjustment lubrication or replacement is required Ensure that the front and rear pedal reflectors are clean and securely fitted Also ensure that the toe clips if fitted are securely tightened to the pedals Never ride with loose pedals Lubrication and Adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow access to the internal bearings and axle However it is usually possible to inject a little oil onto the inside bearings and this should be done every six months If the pedal is the type that can be fully disassembled then the bearings should be removed cleaned and greased every six to twelve m
72. ight crank use a slightly larger 9 16 14mm thread Note Never try and force a pedal with the wrong thread size into a bicycle crank 82 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Cotterless Crank Fixed Cup Ball Bearing Lockring_ Adjusting Standard Bottom Bracket Assembly Cotterless 83 2007 PACIFICCYCLE CRANK SET The crank set refers to the bottom bracket axle and bearings the crank arms and chainrings Your bike may be fitted with either a one piece crank where the crank arms and bottom bracket are a single component or cotterless cranks where the crank arms bolt onto the bottom bracket axle without using old fashioned type cotterpins The one piece system is simpler and requires less maintenance while the cotterless system requires a little extra care Never ride your bike if the cotterless cranks are loose This may be dangerous and will damage the crank arms beyond repair Inspection The crank set should be checked for correct adjustment and tightness every month Cotterless crank axle nuts must be kept tight and the bottom bracket bearings must be properly adjusted Remove the chain and try to move the cranks from side to side with your hands The cranks should not move on the axle and there should be only very slight movement in the bottom bracket Next spin the cranks If they don t spin freely without grinding noise then adjustment or lubrication will be needed Also check that there are no broken teeth on t
73. ime and multiple shifts by larger twists 18 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Left hand lever Left hand lever 19 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Right hand lever Right hand lever Thumb Shifters Top Mounted Most mountain style bicycles are equipped with shifters mounted on the top of the handlebars and operated by the thumbs To select a lower easier gear shift to a bigger rear cog and a small chainwheel Pull the left shifter back to operate the front derailleur and push the right shifter forward to operate the rear derailleur To select a higher harder gear shift to a smaller rear cog and a larger chainwheel Push the left shifter forward for the front and pull the right lever back for the rear Top Gear Bottom Gear Harder Easier Small rear sprocket Large rear sprocket Large chainwheel Small chainwheel Left hand lever forward Left hand lever back Right hand lever back Right hand lever forward Below the Bar Shifters Many mountain style bicycles now use a shift lever arrangement mounted on the underside of the handlebars which use two levers operated by the thumb and index finger To select a lower gear push the larger lower right shifter with your thumb to engage a larger rear cog One firm push shifts the chain one cog continuing to push will move the chain over multiple cogs Pulling the smaller upper left shifter with your index finger moves the chain from a larger to a smaller chainwheel To select a higher gear pul
74. in If your bicycle has an internal gear hub drivetrain the gear changing mechanism will consist of a 3 5 7 or possibly 12 speed internal gear hub one or sometimes two shifters 106 2007 PACIFICCYCLE one or two control cables one front sprockets called chainrings e a drive chain a Shifting internal gear hub gears Shifting with an internal gear hub drivetrain is simply a matter of moving the shifter to the indicated position for the desired gear After you have moved the shifter to the gear position of your choice ease the pressure on the pedals for an instant to allow the hub to complete the shift b Which gear should be in The numerically lowest gear 1 is for the steepest hills The numerically largest gear 3 5 7 or 12 depending on the number of speeds of your hub is for the greatest speed Shifting from an easier slower gear like 1 to a hard er faster gear like 2 or 3 is called an upshift Shifting from a harder faster gear to an easier slower gear is called a downshift It is not necessary to shift gears in sequence Instead find the starting gear for the conditions a gear which is hard enough for quick acceleration but easy enough to let you start from a stop without wobbling and experiment with upshifting and downshifting to get a feel for the different gears At first practice shifting where there are no obstacles hazards or other traffic until you ve built up your
75. ion the crank on the axle Adjustment After Use 1 Remove dust cap Lightly tap the crank 2 Tap the crank arm lightly with a mallet onto the axle 3 Re tighten the flange nuts and refit the dust caps New cotterless cranks may become loose with initial use Perform the following task after several hours of riding and repeat it two or three times after further use Cranks should then remain tight Tighten the flange nut Replace the dust cap 86 2007 PACIFICCYCLE CHAIN Rear Sprocket Front Chainwheel Inspection The chain must be kept clean rust free and frequently lubricated in order to extend its life as long as possible It will require replacement if it stretches breaks or causes inefficient gear shifting Make sure that there are no stiff links they must all move freely Straightedge Lubrication The chain should be lubricated with light oil at least every month or after use in wet muddy or dusty conditions Take care to wipe off excess oil and not to get oil on the tires or rim braking surfaces Adjustment and Replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain To adjust the chain on single speed freewheel coaster hub braked or 3 speed hub geared bicycles 1 Loosen the rear axle nuts and coaster brake arm clip if fitted and move the wheel forward to loosen or backward to tighten in the frame 2 When correctly adjusted the chain should h
76. ir feet securely in the correct position for maximum pedaling efficiency They work like ski bindings a plate on the sole of the shoe clicks into a spring loaded fixture on the pedal Clipless pedals require shoes specifically designed for the make and model pedal being used Many clipless pedals are designed to allow the rider to adjust the amount of force needed to engage or dis engage the foot WARNING Clipless pedals are intended for use with shoes specifically made to fit them and are designed to firmly keep the foot engaged with the pedal Practice is required to learn to engage and disengage the foot safely Until engaging and disen gaging the foot becomes a reflex action the technique requires concentration which can distract the rider s attention causing the rider to lose control and fall Practice engaging and disengaging clipless pedals in a place where there are no obstacles hazards or traffic and be sure that you follow the setup and service instructions and warnings which came with your pedals G Tires and Tubes 1 Tires Bicycle tires are available in many designs and specifications ranging from general purpose designs to tires designed to perform best under very specific weather or terrain conditions Your bicycle has been equipped with tires which the bike s manufacturer felt were the best balance of performance and value for the use for which the bike was intended If once you ve gained experience with your new bike yo
77. is curved toward the wheel CAUTION If you can fully close the quick release without wrapping your fingers around the fork blade for leverage and the lever does not leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand the tension is insufficient Open the lever turn the tension adjusting nut clockwise a quarter turn then try again 6 If the lever cannot be pushed all the way to a position parallel to the chainstay or seatstay tube return the lever to the OPEN position Then turn the adjusting nut counterclockwise one quarter turn and try tightening again 100 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 7 Push the rear derailleur back into position 8 Close the brake shoes then spin the wheel to make sure that it is centered in the frame and clears the brake shoes 4 Removing and Installing Bolt On Wheels a Removing a Bolt On Front Wheel 1 Open up the brake shoes 2 With a 15mm box wrench or a six inch adjustable wrench loosen the two axle nuts 3 If your front fork has a clip on type secondary retention device disengage it and go to step 4 If your front fork has an integral seondary retention device loosen the axle nuts about six full turns then go to step 4 4 Raise the front wheel a few inches off the ground and tap the top of the wheel with the palm of your hand to knock the wheel out of the fork ends b Installing a Bolt On Front Wheel 1 With the steering fork facing forward insert the wheel between the fork blades so that the axle seats
78. justment 1 2 Screw the cable adjusters on the rear brake lever and the upper cable splitter all the way in Screw the adjusting barrels in the upper plate in or out to set the bearing for maximum travel The bearing should be as far down as it can go without resting on the lower plate or the adjusting barrels screwed into the lower plate Use the adjusting barrels that are screwed into the upper plate to make the bearing parallel to the upper plate Use a 10mm wrench to tighten the locknut on the left adjusting barrel of the upper cable Leave the right adjusting barrel loose Screw the lower cable adjusting barrel into or out of the lower plate until they are as close to the bearing as they can get without touching it Screw the cable adjuster on the upper cable splitter out until all slack is removed from the upper cable Then screw the cable adjuster out one more turn to raise the bearing an additional 1mm away from the lower cable adjusting barrels CAUTION Don t screw the cable adjuster on the upper cable splitter out more than 8mm Use the cable adjuster on the rear brake lever if more adjustment is needed Check for bearing flop by placing the handlebars in the normal riding position then quickly rotate the handlebars back and forth Perform the following steps to eliminate bearing flop NOTE The bearing should never be allowed to rest on the lower plate or lower cable adjusting barrels a S
79. l orange y reflectors Please Note Sidewalk bikes 12 and under may not have reflectors These are an important safety and legal requirement and should remain securely fitted and in good clean condition at all times Periodically inspect all reflectors brackets and mounting hardware for signs of wear or damage Replace immediately if damage is found Some bicycles will require you to install your reflectors onto your bicycle Please refer to the following section for instructions on all the types of bicycle reflectors Fork Mount Reflector Bracket Assembly First insert one washer onto the hex bolt and insert hex bolt through the reflector bracket and then through the fork Next insert a second washer onto the bolt and thread a hex nut onto the bolt behind the fork Tighten bolts until snug making sure the reflector is in an upright position See diagram at the right First remove the hex nut from the back of the fork and pull the brake from the fork Insert a spacer washer and the reflector bracket on to the caliper bolt Insert the caliper bolt back into the fork and secure firmly with a concave spacer washer and the hex nut Finally adjust the reflector such that it is in an upright position See dia gram at the right Front Reflector Mount with Caliper Brake Assembly S gt l 12 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Seat and Ha
80. l the smaller upper right lever with your index finger to engage a smaller rear cog Pushing the larger lower left lever with your thumb will move the chain from a smaller to a larger chainwheel Please refer to page 98 for additional instructions in How Things Work BICYCLE CARE Ww Basic Maintenance The following procedures will help you maintain your bicycle for years of enjoyable riding For painted frames dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a dry cloth To clean wipe with a damp cloth soaked in a mild detergent mixture Dry with a cloth and polish with car or furniture wax Use soap and water to clean plastic parts and rubber tires Chrome plated bikes should be wiped over with a rust preventative fluid Store your bicycle under shelter Avoid leaving it in the rain or exposed to corrosive materials Riding on the beach or in coastal areas exposes your bicycle to salt which is very corrosive Wash your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all unpainted parts with an anti rust treatment Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is not affected After rain dry your bicycle and apply anti rust treatment If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged in water they should be taken out and re greased This will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration If paint has become scratched or chipped to the metal use touch up paint to prevent rust Clear nail polish can also be used as a
81. loosely Insert the larger end of the seat post into the seat tube of the bicycle frame observing the minimum insertion mark on the seat post Position the top surface of the seat parallel with the ground The serrations on the seat clamp must mesh completely with the seat frame serrations push the front of the seat up and down to align the serrations Securely tighten the seat clamp Securely tighten the bolts on the seat post clamp Turn the bicycle upside down and rest it on the seat and handlebars The seat pillar must be inserted so that the minimum insertion mark cannot be seen Pedals amp Crank Set Look for the letters R for right and L for left stamped on each pedal spindle Start each pedal spindle by hand to avoid stripping the threads Tighten with a 15mm narrow open ended wrench Note that the right hand pedal attaches to the chainwheel side crank arm with a right hand clockwise thread The left pedal attaches to the other crank arm and has a left hand counter clockwise thread It is very important that you check the crank set for correct adjustment and tightness before riding your bicycle New cranks may become loose with initial use refer to p 83 86 for proper crank set adjustment and maintenance Once the pedals have been attached check that the crank arm rotates smoothly and that there is no lateral movement Attachment of an incorrect pedal into a crank arm will cause irreparable damage Retaining Was
82. ly worn chipped chainring or freewheel sprocket teeth Chain worn stretched Stiff link in chain Non compatible chain chainring freewheel Chainring out of true Chainring loose Chainring teeth bent or broken Rear or front derailleur side to side travel out of adjustment Stiff chain link Loose pedal axle bearings Loose bottom bracket axle bearings Bent bottom bracket or pedal axle Loose crankset Pedal bearings too tight Bottom bracket bearings too tight Chain fouling derailleurs Derailleur jockey wheels dirty binding Remedy Lubricate tighten replace cables Adjust derailleurs Adjust indexing Replace chainring sprockets and chain Replace chain Lubricate or replace link Seek advice at a bicycle shop Re true if possible or replace Tighten mounting bolts Repair or replace chainring set Adjust derailleur travel Lubricate chain Adjust chain link Adjust bearings axle nut Adjust bottom bracket Replace bottom bracket axle or pedals Tighten crank bolts Adjust bearings Adjust bearings Adjust chain line Clean and lubricate jockey wheels Problem Freewheel does not rotate Brakes not working effectively When applying the brakes they squeal squeak Knocking or shuddering when applying brakes Wobbling wheel Possible Cause Freewheel internal pawl pins are jammed Brake blocks worn down Brake blocks rim g
83. made after loosening the anchor bolt on the brake arm Adjust the brake pad position so that it is parallel to the wheel rim and so that the leading edge makes first contact To do this fit an Allen key into the brake pad holding bolt loosen the fixing nut and adjust Move the brake pad along its mounting post to alter the dis tance from the rim and move the curved adjustment washer to alter the angle of the pad On some models there is a spring force adjustment screw on the brake arm which allows further fine tuning of the brake shoe position Bicycles with cantilever brakes must be fitted with safety devices to prevent a possible accident in the event of the brake control cable or the straddle bridge becoming loose or breaking while rid ing These are usually the reflector brackets and must be fitted in the front and rear The bracket will prevent the straddle cable from interfering with the wheel should the cable become disconnected from the control cable If the reflector brackets are not fitted in this position then alternative emergency cable safety stops must still be fit ted 80 2007 PACIFICCYCLE L Left Turn counter clockwise to tighten q he P f R Right Turn clockwise to tighten 2007 PACIFICCYCLE DRIVETRAIN The drivetrain of a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals chain chainwheel crank set and freewheel PEDALS Pedals are available in a var
84. met 10 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Helmets It is strongly advised that a properly fitting ANSI or SNELL approved bicycle safety helmet be worn at all times when riding your bicycle In addition if you are carrying a passenger in a child safety seat they must also be wearing a helmet The correct helmet should be comfortable be lightweight have good ventilation fit correctly cover forehead Always wear a properly fitted helmet which covers the forehead when riding a bicycle Many states require specific safety devices It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the laws of the state where you ride and to comply with all applicable laws including properly equipping yourself and your bike as the law requires Reflectors are important safety devices which are designed as an integral part of your bicycle Federal regulations require every bicycle to be equipped with front rear wheel and pedal reflectors These reflectors are designed to pick up and reflect street lights and car lights in a way that helps you to be seen and recognized as a moving bicyclist Check reflectors and their mount ing brackets regularly to make sure they are clean straight unbroken and securely mounted Have your dealer replace damaged reflectors and straighten or tighten any that are bent or loose 11 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Reflectors Your bicycle is supplied with one front white one rear red two wheel white and four peda
85. n 3 drops from oil can 2 drops from oil can disassemble 2 squirts from oil can disassemble disassemble disassemble disassemble disassemble disassemble disassemble Note The frequency of maintenance should increase with use in wet or dusty conditions Do not over lubricate remove excess lubricant to prevent dirt build up Never use a degreaser to lubricate your chain WD 40 63 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Schedule 2 Service Checklist Frequency Before every ride After every ride Weekly Monthly Every Six Months Yearly Task Check tire pressure Check brake operation Check wheels for loose spokes Make sure nothing is loose Quick wipe down with damp cloth Lubrication as per schedule 1 Lubrication as per schedule 1 Check derailleur adjustment Check brake adjustment Check brake and gear cable adjustment Check tire wear and pressure Check wheels are true and spokes tight Check hub head set and crank bearings for looseness Check pedals are tight Check handlebars are tight Check seat and seat post are tight and comfortably adjusted Check frame and fork for trueness Check all nuts and bolts are tight Lubrication as per schedule 1 Check all points as per monthly service Check and replace brake pads if required Check chain for excess play or wear Lubrication as per schedule 1 ou X Page Reference 67 77 80 66 66 20 63 63 90 92 77 80 73 90 67 66 68 74 83 81 70 71 75 76 10 63 64 77
86. nd toed in so the rear portion of each brake pad is about 0 5 1 0 mm farther from the rim than the front portion of the brake pad Brake pad aligned with the rim surface Pad and rim should be parallel Direction of rim rotation 0 5 1 0 mm Never ride a bicycle that is not functioning properly Do not ride the bicycle until the brakes are functioning properly To test apply the brakes while trying to push the bike forward to make sure they will stop the bicycle Do not lock up brakes Sudden or excessive application of the front brake may pitch the rider over the handlebars causing serious injury or death When braking always apply the rear brake first then the front 35 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Brake Cable Housing Barrel Adjuster Lock Nut Brake Lever Insertion Slot Brake Cable Cable End Brake Type Holder Selector lt Rotating Rod Caliper Mounting Bolt with spacers Actuating Arm Brake Pads Caliper Mounting Bolt with Cable Anchor spacers i Bolt Disc Brakes If fitted with a front disc brake the components should already be attached However please check all connections before attempting to ride the bicycle Secure tightly the 6 bolts that hold the disc to the front wheel hub and the 2 bolts that hold the brake mechanism to the fork Insert the front wheel into the fork dropouts ensuring that the disc fits into the brake mecha nism between the enclosed br
87. nd Tire pressure that is too low for your weight and the riding conditions can cause a puncture of the tube by allowing the tire to deform sufficiently to pinch the inner tube between the rim and the riding surface CAUTION Pencil type automotive tire gauges and gas station air hose pressure settings can be inaccurate and should not be relied upon for consistent accurate pressure readings Instead use a high quality dial gauge Check inflation as described in you ll know how correctly inflated tires should look and feel Some tires may need to be brought up to pressure every week or two Some special high performance tires have unidirectional treads their tread pattern is designed to work better in one direction than in the other The sidewall marking of a unidirectional tire will have an arrow showing the correct rotation direction If your bike has unidirectional tires be sure that they are mounted to rotate in the correct direction 2 Tire Valves The tire valve allows air to enter the tire s inner tube under pressure but doesn t let it back out unless you want it to There are primarily two kinds of bicycle tube valves actually there are other designs but they are seldom seen in the US any more The Schraeder Valve and the Presta Valve The bicycle pump you use must have the fitting appropriate to the valve stems on your bicycle The Schraeder is like the valve on a car tire To inflate a Schraeder valve tube remove the valve cap
88. nd or assembly questions SERVICE CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 626 2811 Monday Friday 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m Central Time Serial Number Location Bike Shown Upside Down PACIFICCYCLE 4902 Hammersley Road Madison WI 53711 Customer Service 1 800 626 2811 www pacific cycle com Serial Number 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Warning Important PACIFICCYCLE P O Box 344 4730 E Radio Tower Ln Olney IL 62450 Customer Service 1 800 626 2811 www pacific cycle com Parts Identification Before You Ride Assembly Servicing 55 fe Detailed Maintenance How Things Work Purchase Record and Warranty DIRECTORY Take notice of this symbol throughout this manual and pay particular attention to the instructions blocked off and preceded by this symbol 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 1 PARTS IDENTIFICATION Mountain Bicycles BMX Bicycles Tools Required 2 BEFORE YOU RIDE Correc Riding t Frame Size Position Saddle Height Reach Handlebar Height Safety Checklist Brakes Wheel Steeri Chain s amp Tires ng Bearings Crank Derail s amp Pedals eurs Frame amp Fork Accessories Helme Reflec S iors Riding Safely General Rules Wet Weather Riding Night Riding Pedaling Technique Hill Technique Cornering Technique Rules Gears Derail for Children How to Operate
89. nd re tighten the lock nut using a suitable wrench Note Do not over tighten or bearing damage will occur Always make sure that the headset is properly adjusted and that the headset locknut is fully tightened before riding Warning Over tightening the stem bolt or headset assembly may cause damage to the bicycle and or injury to the rider Standard Headset lt lt Lock Nut Lock Washer Adjusting Cup Cone Ball Retainer Top Head Cup Bottom Head Cup Ball Retainer Crown Race 74 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Seat Fixing Bolt Seat Post Micro Adjustable Binder Bolt Seat Post Standard Seat Post 75 2007 PACIFICCYCLE SADDLE AND SEAT POST Inspection The seat fixing bolt and the seat post binder bolt should be checked for tightness and adjustment every month On removing the seat post from the frame you will notice a mark about 65mm up from the bottom with the words max height or minimum insertion To avoid damage to either the seat post the frame or possibly the rider the minimum insertion mark must be inside the frame Lubrication Remove the seat post from the frame and wipe off any grease rust or dirt Then apply a thin film of new grease to the part that will be inserted into the frame Re insert adjust and tighten the seat post in the frame Adjustment As mentioned in Part 2 the seat can be adjusted in height angle and distance from the handlebars to suit the individ
90. ndlebar Mounting Reflectors First attach the reflector to the reflector bracket with the reflector screw see the top diagram Next remove the clamp screw and open the clamping reflector bracket Place clamping reflector bracket around the handlebar or seatpost If the clamp is too loose insert the shim inside of the clamp Tighten the clamp screw to hold reflector assembly in place see the second diagram Finally adjust the reflector assembly in place and ensure that it is upright and facing away from the bike Seatstay Mount Reflector Bracket Assembly First insert one washer onto the hex bolt and insert hex bolt through the reflector bracket and then through the seatstay bridge Next insert a second washer onto the bolt and thread a hex nut onto the bolt behind the seatstay bridge Tighten bolts until snug making sure the reflector is in an upright position See diagram at the right 13 2007 PACIFICCYCLE dre YO YO MUN RIDING SAFELY y General Rules When riding obey the same road laws as all other road vehicles including giving way to pedestrians and stopping at red lights and stop signs For further information contact the Road Traffic Authority in your State Ride predictably and in a straight line Never ride against traffic Use correct hand signals to indicate turning or stopping Ride defensively To other road users you may be hard to see Concentrate on the path ahead Avoid pot holes gr
91. ndlebar to spin 360 degrees without binding the cables It is very important that this system is adjusted correctly Installation should only be done by a qualified bicycle mechanic with the correct tools Upper Cable A 4 First connect the barrel end of the upper cable to the rear brake lever Make sure the long cable casing is on top of the short cable casing otherwise the upper cable will have a twist in it Route the upper cable through the handlebars below the crossbar with the short cable casing on the same side as the rear brake lever Connect the upper cable to the upper plate by passing the football ends of the upper cable through the threaded holes in the upper plate and connecting them to the bearing Screw the adjusting barrels into the upper plate Don t tighten the locknuts at this time Lower Cable 1 2 Slide the cable casing through the cable guide on the frame Connect the lower cable to the lower plate by passing the football ends of the lower cable through the threaded holes in the lower plate and connecting them to the bearing Screw the adjusting barrels into the lower plate Don t tighten the locknuts at this time Connect the lower cable to the rear brake Don t adjust the rear brake at this time NOTE Check to make sure all 11 cable casing ends on the upper and lower cables are seated correctly and that the spring tension of the rear brake is pulling the bearing down Ad
92. ng force and unsafe clamping force CAUTION The full force of the cam action is needed to clamp the seatpost securely Holding the nut with one hand and turning the lever like a wing nut with the other hand until everything is as tight as you can get it will not clamp the seatpost safely CAUTION If you can fully close the quick release and the lever does not leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand the tension is insufficient Open the lever turn the tension adjusting nut clockwise a quarter turn then try again 102 2007 PACIFICCYCLE C Brakes NOTE For most effective braking use both brakes and apply them simultaneously WARNING Sudden or excessive application of the front brake may pitch the rider over the handlebars causing serious injury or death 1 How brakes work Its important to your safety that you instinctively know which brake lever controls which brake on your bike In the U S bikes are required to be set up with the right brake lever controlling the rear brake and the left lever controlling the front brake The braking action of a bicycle is a function of the friction between the brake surfaces usually the brake shoes and the wheel rim To make sure that you have maximum friction available keep your wheel rims and brake shoes clean and free of lubricants waxes or polishes Make sure that your hands can reach and squeeze the brake levers comfortably If your hands are too small to operate the levers comfo
93. ng wheels can be attached It is very important to check the training wheel connection to the bicycle Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to dislodge Please contact Pacific Cycle Service with any questions 61 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Rear Reflector Chainguard Reflector White Final Check Install any additional parts that are supplied with your bike NOTE Your bicycle may be equipped with different style components than the ones illustrated Reflectors Attach the white reflector to the front bracket and the red reflector to the rear bracket using an 8mm wrench or a Phil lips head screwdriver Attach the brackets to the bicycle using the hardware provided For some models the front reflector bracket will be mounted on the front brake assembly bolt that fits through the fork It is important to make sure all connections are tightened securely and that the reflectors are properly angled Pads If your bike is supplied with pads wrap the foam inner cushion around the appropriate bar Place the outer cover over the inner cushion and press the velcro together securely Turn the pad so the velcro faces the ground Chainguards If not already attached attach the chainguard to the bicycle frame using the clamps provided Secure in place making sure the guard does not bind or get caught on the chain Tire Pressure Check tire pressure inflate to the range recommended on the tire sidewalls
94. nt amounts of pressure to each brake lever until the wheel locks 103 2007 PACIFICCYCLE WARNING Some bicycle brakes such as linear pull and disc brakes are extremely powerful You should take extra care in becoming familiar with these brakes and exercise particular care when using them Applying these brakes too hard or too sud denly can lock up a wheel which could cause you to lose control and fall When you apply one or both brakes the bike begins to slow but your body wants to continue at the speed at which it was going This causes a transfer of weight to the front wheel or under heavy braking around the front wheel hub which could send you flying over the handlebars A wheel with more weight on it will accept greater brake pressure before lockup a wheel with less weight will lock up with less brake pressure So as you apply brakes and your weight shifts forward you need to shift your body toward the rear of the bike to transfer weight back on to the rear wheel and at the same time you need to both decrease rear braking and increase front braking force This is even more important on steep descents because descents shift weight forward The keys to effective speed control and safe stopping are controlling wheel lockup and weight transfer Prac tice braking and weight transfer techniques where there is no traffic or other hazards and distractions Everything changes when you ride on loose surfaces or in wet weather Tire adhesi
95. on is reduced so the wheels have less cornering and braking traction and can lock up with less brake force Moisture or dirt on the brake shoes reduces their ability to grip The way to maintain control on loose or wet surfaces is to go more slowly to begin with 2 Adjusting your brakes If either brake lever on your bike fails the Mechanical Safety Check you can restore brake lever travel by turning the brake cable adjusting barrel counterclockwise then lock the adjustment in by turning the barrel s lock nut clockwise as far as it will go If the lever still fails the Mechanical Safety Check or you have any question about whether your brakes are working prop erly have your dealer check the brakes D Shifting Your multi speed bicycle will have a derailleur drivetrain an internal gear hub drivetrain or in some special cases a combina tion of the two 1 Why all those gears You will get the greatest fitness benefit produce the greatest sustained power and have the greatest endurance if you learn to spin the pedals at high revolutions per minute called cadence against low resistance You will get the least fitness benefit and have the least endurance by pushing hard on the pedals against heavy resistance 104 2007 PACIFICCYCLE The purpose of having multiple gears on a bicycle is to let you chose the gear that allows you to maintain your optimum cadence under the widest range of riding conditions Depending on your fitness level and
96. onths Because of the wide variety of pedal types and their internal complexity disassembly procedures are beyond the scope of this manual and further assistance should be sought from a specialist Never ride in traffic with fully tightened toe straps Pedal with toe clip and strap attached Attachment Note The right and left pedals of a bicycle each have a different thread and are not interchangeable Never force a pedal into the incorrect crank arm The right pedal which attaches to the chainwheel side is marked R on the end of the axle and screws in with a clock wise thread The left pedal which attaches to the other crank arm is marked L on the axle and screws in with a coun ter clockwise thread Insert the correct pedal into the crank arm and begin to turn the thread with your fingers only When the axle is screwed all the way in securely tighten using a 15mm wrench If removing a pedal remember that the right pedal axle must be turned counter clockwise i e the reverse of when fitting If replacing the original pedals with a new set make sure the size and the axle thread is compatible with the cranks on your bicycle Bicycles use one of two types of cranks and these use different axle threads Your bike may be equipped with cranks that are a one piece design with no separate axle These operate with pedals that have a 1 2 12 7mm thread Bikes equipped with three piece crank sets with a separate axle left crank and r
97. ore visible on the road Wear reflective clothing and use safety lights Pot holes and slippery surfaces such as line markings and train tracks all become more hazardous when wet Night Riding IT IS RECOMMENDED TO NOT RIDE AT NIGHT Ensure bicycle is equipped with a full set of correctly positioned and clean reflectors Refer to p 12 13 and p 93 of this manual Use a properly functioning lighting set comprising of a white front lamp and a red rear lamp If using battery powered lights make sure batteries are well charged Some rear lights available have a flashing mechanism which enhances visibility Wear reflective and light colored clothing Ride at night only if necessary Slow down and use familiar roads with street lighting if possible Pedaling Technique Position the ball of your foot on the center of the pedal When pedaling ensure your knees are parallel to the bicycle frame To absorb shock keep your elbows slightly bent Learn to operate the gears properly Refer to p 17 19 Hill Technique y Gear down before a climb and continue gearing down as required to maintain pedaling speed If you reach the lowest gear and are struggling stand up on your pedals You will then obtain more power from each pedal revolution On the descent use the high gears to avoid rapid pedaling Do not exceed a comfortable speed maintain control and take additional care Cornering Technique Brake slig
98. ossibly an accident if not corrected Again spoke repairs are best handled by a specialist Loose hub bearings Lift each wheel off the ground and try to move the wheel from side to side Caution If there is movement between the axle and the hub do not ride the bicycle Adjustment is required y gt oa s m gt F m 2 z m gt Z m Axle nuts Check that these are tight before each ride Quick release Check that these are set to the closed position and are properly tensioned before each ride Caution Maintain the closed position and the correct adjustment Failure to do so may result in serious injury 66 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Tire Inspection Tires must be maintained properly to ensure road holding and stability Check the following areas Inflation Ensure tires are inflated to the pressure indicated on the tire sidewalls It is better to use a tire gauge and a hand pump than a service station pump Caution If inflating tires with a service station pump take care that sudden over inflation does not cause tire to blow out Bead Seating When inflating or refitting tire make sure that the bead is properly seated in the rim Tread Check that the tread shows no signs of excessive wear or flat spots and that there are no cuts or other damage Caution Excessively worn or damaged tires should be replaced Valves Make sure valve caps are fitted and that valves are free from dirt A sl
99. ost straight Under no circumstances should the seat post project from the frame beyond its Minimum Insertion or Maximum Extension mark If your seat post projects from the frame beyond these markings the seat post or frame may break which could cause you to lose control and fall Prior to your first ride be sure to tighten the saddle adjusting mechanism properly A loose saddle clamp or seat post binder can cause damage to the bicycle or can cause you to lose control and fall Periodically check to make sure that the saddle adjusting mechanism is properly tightened Reach To obtain maximum comfort the rider should not overextend his or her reach when riding To adjust this distance the position of the seat can be altered in relation to the seat pillar Refer to p 27 on how to adjust the seat clamp Exceeds 2 1 2 Handlebar Height y Stem Wedge Bolt Maximum comfort is usually obtained when the handlebar height is Pt equal to the height of the seat You may wish to try different heights to find the most comfortable position Maximum Height Minimum Insertion Mark Threadless headsets and clamp on stems are not adjustable Please refer to page 23 for instructions on installation The stem s Minimum Insertion mark must not be visible above the top of the headset If the stem is extended beyond this mark the stem may break or damage the fork s steerer tube which could cause you to lose control
100. ow leak caused by the entry of the dirt can lead to a flat tire and possibly a dangerous situation Recommended Tire pressures The recommended pressure molded on the sidewall of your bicycle tires should match the following chart Use this as a general guide BMX 35 50 p s i MTB 40 65 p s i Road Touring 70 90 p s i Road Racing 110 125 p s i Hybrid Crossbike 60 100 p s i 67 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Ball Bearings Hub Bearing Adjustment When checked the hub bearings of either wheel will require Lock Bearing Washer Hub Body Cone adjustment if there is any more than slight side play 1 Check to make sure neither locknut is loose 2 To adjust remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one side of the hub while holding the bearing cone on the same side with a flat open end wrench Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to eliminate free play Re tighten the locknut while holding the adjusting cone in position Re check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play Lock Nut Washer Axle Nut oR How To Fix a Flat Tire If you need to repair a tire follow these steps 1 Remove the wheel from the bicycle a aston 2 Deflate the tire completely via the valve of the rim Loosen the tire bead by pushing it inward all the way around 3 Press one side of the tire bead up over the edge of the rim Note Use tire levers not a screwdri
101. preventative measure Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts tighten components and make adjustments as required Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for further details The use of alloy components and BED SATIN and TITANIUM surface treatments minimizes the number of places where rust can surface 20 2007 PACIFICCYCLE E 21 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Storage Keep your bicycle in a dry location away from the weather and the sun Ultraviolet rays may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to crack Before storing your bicycle for a long period of time clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground Don t store near electric motors as ozone emissions may effect the rubber and paint Don t cover with plastic as sweating will result which may cause rusting Please notice that your bicycle warranty does not cover paint damage rust corrosion dry rot or theft Security It is advisable that the following steps be taken to prepare for and help prevent possible theft 1 Maintain a record of the bicycle s serial number generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket 2 Register the bicycle with the local police 3 Invest in a high quality bicycle lock that will resist hack saws and bolt cutters Always lock your bicycle to an immovable object if it is left unattended DERAILLEUR GEARED BICYCLES Includes 20 24 an
102. rake Cable Housing Rotating Rod Caliper Body Cable Boot with Spring inside Centering Bolt inside Cable Anchor Bolt Quick Release Caliper Mounting lever Bolts with spacers These brakes require breaking in Ride and use the brakes gently for 13 miles before using the brakes in downhill conditions for sudden stops or any other serious braking Please be aware that your brake system will change in performance throughout the wear in process The disc brake should be cleaned before the first ride using rubbing alcohol NEVER use oil or similar products to clean your disc brake system 37 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Derailleur Freewheel Outer side of Top Gear Although the front and rear derailleurs are initially adjusted at p the factory you will need to inspect and readjust both before ulley Adjustment HFA riding the bicycle Rear Derailleur Begin by shifting the rear shifter to largest number indicated disconnect the cable from the rear derailleur cable anchor bolt and place the chain on the smallest sprocket Adjust the High limit screw so the guide pulley and the smallest sprocket are lined up vertically Reconnect the cable pull out any slack and retighten the anchor bolt securely Shift Adjustment through the gears making sure each gear achieved is done Screws quietly and without hesitation If necessary use the barrel adjuster to fine tune each gear by turning it the direction you want the chain to go For
103. rakes is extremely important for safe operation Brakes should be checked for effective operation before every ride Frequent checking of adjustment is necessary as the control cables will stretch and the brake pads will become worn with use Never ride a bicycle unless the brakes are functioning properly There are two types of hand operated bicycle brakes in common use sidepull calipers and cantilever calipers Both utilize a handlebar mounted lever which controls a cable to operate the brake Sidepull brakes are mounted to the frame or fork via a single pivot point Cantilever brakes use two brake pivot arms each mounted on separate pivots on either side of the frame fork Brake Cable Brake Arm Cantilever Brakes 77 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Inspection Brake levers should be checked for tightness at least every three months They should be set in a comfortable position within easy reach of the rider s hands and must not be able to move on the handlebar Some brake levers make use of a reach adjustment screw which can be altered to the distance between the handlebar grip and the lever as required The brake pads should be checked for correct positioning and tightness before every ride and the various bolts and nuts at least every three months Squeeze each brake lever to make sure they operate freely and that the brake pads press hard enough on the rims to stop the bike There should be about 1mm 2mm clearance between each pad
104. reasy wet or dirty Brake cables are binding stretched damaged Brake levers are binding Brakes out of adjustment Brake blocks worn down Brake block toe in incorrect Brake blocks rim dirty or wet Brake arms loose Bulge in the rim or rim out of true Brake mounting bolts loose Brakes out of adjustment Fork loose in head tube Axle broken Wheel out of true Hub comes loose Headset binding Hub bearings collapsed QR mechanism loose Remedy Lubricate If problem persists replace freewheel Replace brake blocks Clean blocks and rim Clean adjust replace cables Adjust brake levers Center brakes Replace blocks Correct block toe in Clean blocks and rim Tighten mounting bolts True wheel or take to a bike shop for repair Tighten bolts Center brakes and or adjust brake block toe in Tighten headset Replace axle True wheel Adjust hub bearings Adjust headset Replace bearings Adjust QR mechanism 96 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Problem Steering not accurate Frequent punctures 97 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Possible Cause Wheels not aligned in frame Headset loose or binding Front forks or frame bent Inner tube old or faulty Tire tread casing worn Tire unsuited to rim Tire not checked after previous puncture Tire pressure too low Spoke protruding into rim Remedy Align wheels correctly Adjust tighten headset Take bike to a bike s
105. rranty does not cover ordinary wear and tear or anything you break accidentally or deliberately It is the responsibility of the individual consumer purchaser to assure that all parts included in the factory sealed carton are properly installed all functional parts are initially adjusted properly and subsequent normal maintenance services and adjustments necessary to keep the bicycle in good operating condition are properly made This warranty does not apply to damage due to improper installation of parts or failure to properly maintain or adjust the bicycle NOTICE Bicycle specifications subject to change without notice DN PACIFIC CYCLE INC 4902 Hammersley Road Madison WI 53711 Call Toll Free 1 800 626 2811 Monday Friday 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m Central Time 112 2007 PACIFICCYCLE
106. rtably consult your dealer before riding the bike The lever reach may be adjustable or you may need a differ ent brake lever design Most brakes have some form of quick release mechanism to allow the brake shoes to clear the tire when a wheel is removed or reinstalled When the brake quick release is in the open position the brakes are inoperative Make sure that you under stand the way the brake quick release works on your bike and check each time to make sure both brakes work correctly before you get on the bike Brakes are designed to control your speed not just to stop the bike Maximum braking force for each wheel occurs at the point just before the wheel locks up stops rotating and starts to skid Once the tire skids you actually lose most of your stopping force and all directional control You need to practice slowing and stopping smoothly without locking up a wheel The technique is called progressive brake modulation Instead of jerking the brake lever to the position where you think you ll generate appropriate braking force squeeze the lever progressively increasing the braking force If you feel the wheel begin to lock up release pressure just a little to keep the wheel rotating just short of lockup It s important to develop a feel for the amount of brake lever pressure required for each wheel at different speeds and on different surfaces To better understand this experiment a little by walking your bike and applying differe
107. rves away from the wheel This is the OPEN position 2 With the steering fork facing forward insert the wheel between the fork blades so that the axle seats firmly at the top of the slots which are at the tips of the fork blades the fork drop outs The quick release lever should be on the left side of the bicycle If your bike has a clip on type secondary retention device engage it 3 Holding the quick release lever in the OPEN position with your right hand tighten the tension adjusting nut with your left hand until it is finger tight against the fork dropout 4 While pushing the wheel firmly to the top of the slots in the fork dropouts and at the same time centering the wheel rim in the fork rotate the quick release lever upwards and push it into the CLOSED position see pages 29 30 The lever should be parallel to the fork blade and curved toward the wheel 99 2007 PACIFICCYCLE CAUTION If you can fully close the quick release without wrapping your fingers around the fork blade for leverage and the lever does not leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand the tension is insufficient Open the lever turn the tension adjusting nut clockwise a quarter turn then try again 5 If the lever cannot be pushed all the way to a position parallel to the fork blade return the lever to the OPEN position Then turn the tension adjusting nut counterclockwise one quarter turn and try tightening the lever again 6 Close the brake shoes
108. s making sure the fender bracket holes line up with those in the frame Attach the fener by using two screws to directly mount the fender onto the frame The mounts are located below the seat post and near the figure 3 a rear of the crank Tighten all screws until snug 2 10mm Bolt and Screw System First remove the rear wheel Place the fender assembly between the stays making sure the fender bracket holes line up with those in the frame Attach the fender by using one screw to directly mount the fender onto the frame near the crank Next use the 10mm hex bolt and nut to attach the fender to the brace between the seat stays near the seat post Tighten all bolts and screws until snug figure 4 44 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Final Check After all adjustments have been made shift through every gear several times at varying speeds This will ensure all your adjustments are correct and will allow you to pinpoint any trouble areas If you encounter any problems refer to the appropriate section and make any necessary adjustments Check the tire pressure and inflate each tube to the recommended psi as stated on the sidewall of the tire Check that the kickstand operates smoothly and the kickstand bolt is secured tightly Finally examine the bicycle Make sure all accessories are attached and all quick releases nuts and bolts have been tightened securely Correct maintenance of your bicycle will ensure many years of happy
109. sing stops Pull brake cable tightly and thread across through the opposite cable anchor bolt Tight en cable Repeat for other side Continue with For Both Options below For Both Options For brake adjustments use a 13mm open end wrench and a 5mm allen wrench and loosen the 5mm allen bolt For the drive side right of the bike turn the spring tension nut with a 13mm open end wrench counter clockwise to increase tension on the spring For the non drive side left turn the spring tension nut with a box end wrench clockwise to increase tension on the spring When the desired tension is achieved hold the tension nut with the 13mm wrench and tighten the 5mm allen bolt The tension on each side should be equal so that the brake arms move the same distance when the brake is activated PLEASE NOTE that some BMX frames have the U Brake flipped and mounted below the seatstays The direction to tension the springs will still be oriented to how the picture is oriented 54 2007 PACIFICCYCLE lower cable roller assembly SA covering plate cable roller ftop plate _ hinge assembly brake lever SN ga CP X R A 4 Bering plate brake cable housing ee A ci hinge assembly san adjuster barrels Check your Brakes i N brake lever Blake Lever Cable Installation 1 Slide the covering plate back towards the brake lever Figure 1 Squeeze the brake lever so the cable roller is exposed 2 Rotate out t
110. st the Low limit screw so the chain is centered in the front derailleur cage Reconnect the cable pull any slack out and tighten the anchor bolt securely Shift the front shifter to the largest chainwheel If the chain does not go onto the largest chainwheel turn the high limit screw in 1 4 turn increments counter clockwise until the chain engages the largest chainwheel If the chain falls off the largest chainwheel and into the pedals you will need to turn the High limit screw in 1 4 turn increments clockwise until the chain no longer falls off Shift through every gear using the barrel adjusters to fine tune each transition The barrel adjuster for the front derailleur is located on the front shifter where the cable comes out of the shifter Clockwise will loosen the cable tension and direct the chain closer to the frame while counter clockwise will tighten the cable tension and direct the chain away from the frame Do not ride a bicycle that is not shifting proper ly Overlooking proper adjustments may cause irreparable damage to the bicycle and or bodily injury Never move the shifter while pedaling backward nor pedal backwards after having moved the shifter This could jam the chain and cause serious damage to the bicycle and or rider Dual Suspension Dual Suspension bikes DS are equipped with a front fork as well as a rear suspension generally located below the seat The piston works in conjunction with a spring to allow the bike
111. sting the pads of the U brakes using a 10mm wrench Make sure the pad is hitting the rim and not the tire Ideally the front of the pad should hit the rim approximately 1mm before the rear pad Front U Brake Slide the brake cable and housing through the Housing Barrel and through the cable anchor bolt Set the cable clearance of 1mm between the brake pads and the rim Tighten the cable anchor bolt All instructions shown are if you are looking at the bike from the front For brake adjustments use a 13mm box end wrench and a 5mm allen wrench Loosen the 5mm allen bolt For the drive side left of the bike turn the spring tension nut with a 13mm box end wrench counter clockwise to increase tension on the spring For the non drive side right turn spring tension nut with a box end wrench clockwise to increase tension on the spring When the desired tension is achieved hold the tension nut with the 13mm wrench and tighten the 5mm allen bolt The tension on each side should be equal so that the brake arms move the same distance when the brake is activated Rear U Brake Option 1 Next tighten the Cable Carrier to the brake cable approximately 20mm from the brake arms when they are closed against the rim Attach the Straddle cable to the carrier Hook cable end into the brake slot pull excess straddle cable through the cable anchor and tighten the cable anchor Continue with For Both Options below Option 2 Place brake housing into the frame hou
112. t cog turning the Low limit screw counter clockwise will enable the chain to move towards the wheel 5 Shift through the gears ensuring each gear is achieved quietly and without hesitation NOTE It may take several adjustments to achieve the desired positioning Please refer to the troubleshooting section for more assistance adiuetnent Front Derailleur Shift the rear shifter to the smallest number indicated then shift 1 High Adjusting the front shifter to the smallest number indicated Disconnect the Cable Fixing Bolt 3 Screw Low Adjusting Screw front derailleur cable from the cable anchor bolt and place the chain on the smallest chainwheel 2 Make sure the front derailleur cage is parallel with the outer N AEE Chainguide chainwheel on the crankset There must be a 1 3mm gap between gt clearance ol the bottom of the derailleur cage and the top of the outer chainwheel Inner Chainguide 2 teeth to ensure the derailleur will clear the chainwheel when shifting 3 Adjust the Low limit screw so the chain is centered in the middle of derailleur cage Pull all slack out of the cable by pulling it taut then reconnect the cable and tighten the cable anchor bolt securely 4 Shift the front shifter into the largest gear and pedal the bike so the chain jumps to the largest chainwheel If the chain does not shift onto the largest chainwheel you will need to turn the High limit screw counter clockwise until the chain moves to the largest
113. then spin the wheel to make sure that it is centered in the frame and clears the brake shoes WARNING Secondary retention devices are not a substitute for correct quick release adjustment Failure to properly adjust the quick release mechanism can cause the wheel to wobble or disengage which could cause you to lose control and fall resulting in serious injury or death c Removing a Quick Release Rear Wheel 1 Shift the rear derailleur to high gear the smallest outermost rear sprocket 2 Open up the brake shoes 3 Pull the derailleur body back with your right hand 4 Rotate the quick release lever to the OPEN position 5 Lift the rear wheel off the ground a few inches and with the derailleur still pulled back push the wheel forward and down until it comes out of the rear dropouts d Installing a Quick Release Rear Wheel 1 Shift the rear derailleur to its outermost position 2 Pull the derailleur body back with your right hand 3 Rotate the quick release lever to the OPEN position The lever should be on the side of the wheel opposite the derailleur and freewheel sprockets 4 Put the chain on top of the smallest free wheel sprocket Then insert the wheel into the frame dropouts and pull it all the way in to the dropouts 5 Tighten the adjusting nut until it is finger tight against the frame dropout then rotate the lever toward the front of the bike until it is parallel to the frame s chainstay or seatstay and
114. u feel that a different tire might better suit your riding needs your dealer can help you select the most appropriate design The size pressure rating and on some high performance tires the specific recommended use are marked on the sidewall of the tire The part of this information which is most important to you is Tire Pressure WARNING Never inflate a tire beyond the maximum pressure marked on the tire s sidewall Exceeding the recommended maximum pressure may blow the tire off the rim which could cause damage to the bike and injury to the rider and bystanders The best way to inflate a bicycle tire to the correct pressure is with a bicycle pump CAUTION Gas station air hoses move a large volume of air very rapidly and will raise the pressure in your tire very rapidly To avoid overinflation when using a gas station air hose put air into your tire in short spaced bursts 108 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Tire pressure is given either as maximum pressure or as a pressure range How a tire performs under different terrain or weather conditions depends largely on tire pressure Inflating the tire to near its maximum recommended pressure gives the lowest rolling resistance but also produces the harshest ride High pressures work best on smooth dry pavement Very low pressures at the bottom of the recommended pressure range give the best performance on smooth slick terrain such as hard packed clay and on deep loose surfaces such as deep dry sa
115. ual rider Saddle angle is a matter of personal preference but the most comfortable position will usually be found when the top of the seat is almost parallel to the ground or slightly raised at the front The saddle can also be adjusted by sliding it forward or back along the mounting rails to obtain the most comfortable reach to the handlebars When fitting position the seat post into the clamp under the seat and place it in the frame without tightening Adjust it to the desired angle and position and tighten the clamping mechanism There are two types of seat clamps commonly in use The most common employs a steel clamp with hexagonal nuts on either side to tighten The other type known as a micro adjustable clamp uses a single vertically mounted Allen head fixing bolt to tighten After fixing the seat to the desired position on the post adjust the height to the required level and tighten the binder bolt Note that the type of binder bolt may be either a hexagonal bolt an Allen head bolt or a quick release mechanism The operation of a seat post quick release mechanism is the same as for quick release hubs Refer to p 27 Test the security by grasping the seat and trying to turn it sideways If it moves you will need to further tighten the binder bolt Note Remember that the minimum insertion mark must remain inside the frame assembly 76 2007 PACIFICCYCLE BRAKES The correct adjustment and operation of your bicycle s b
116. ur bicycle at any time please consult a qualified bicycle technician Never ride unless the handlebar clamping mechanism has been securely tightened Barrel Adjuster GRIP SHIFTERS Grip Shift Installation 1 ORW TO D N Slide front Grip Shift assembly over left side of handlebar leaving proper clearance for handlebar grip If necessary move the brake lever to accommodate Grip Shift and handlebar grip Rotate assembly until cable exits beneath brake lever with adequate clearance for brake lever movement Firmly tighten recessed clamp screw Installation torque should be 20 in lbs Slide the two 7 8 plastic washers over handlebar The washers prevent the grip from interfering with Grip Shift rotation Slide handlebar grip over handlebar Thread the cable inner wire through cable housings and frame and attach to derailleur Make sure that the cable is in the V groove at the derailleur attachment bolt If trimming the cable housing is necessary be sure to replace the housing end cap Adjust indexing Slide rear Grip Shift over right side of handlebar and repeat steps 2 6 Actuate front and rear brake levers to be certain of proper operation If Grip Shift interferes with brake lever movement rotate brake lever or Grip Shift Check for proper brake lever operation again 72 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are one of the most over looked parts on the bicycle
117. ure that the bicycle which your child is riding is properly fitted to the child that it is in good repair and safe operating condition that you and your child have learned understand and obey not only the appli cable local motor vehicle bicycle and traffic laws but also the common sense rules of safe and responsible bicycling As a parent you should read this manual before letting your child ride the bicycle Please make sure that your child always wears an approved bicycle helmet when riding 05 2007 PACIFICCYCLE CORRECT FRAME SIZE When selecting a new bicycle the correct choice of frame size is a very important safety consideration Most full sized bicycles come in a range of frame sizes These sizes usually refer to the distance between the center of the bottom bracket and the top of the frame seat tube For safe and comfortable riding there should be clearance of no less than 1 2 inches between gt the groin area of the intended rider and the top tube of the bicycle frame while the rider straddles the A h er bicycle with both feet flat on the ground 4 The ideal clearance will vary between types of bicycles and rider preference This makes straddling the frame when off the w saddle easier and safer in situations such as sudden traffic stops Women can use a men s style bicycle to determine the Mm correct size women s model The following chart and diagram will help you make the correct choice Rider leg length refers to
118. ut tightening torque 7 84 8 82 Nm 70 78 in Ibs 10 mm wrench 5 mm Allen key 6 If balance adjustment is necessary adjust with the spring tension adjustment screw Cut off any unneces sary cable attach an end cap and hook it onto the notched part of the nut which secures the shoe Straddle Cable Brake amp Brake Cable Pinch Bolt Anchor Caliper Arm Anchor Bolt ae Brake Arm Tension Screw Cantilever Brakes Utilizing a Straddle Cable The length of the straddle cable the height of the straddle hanger and the brake pad to caliper arm position all have an effect on brak ing power Generally the straddle cable bridge is set low and close to the tire for maximum braking force The straddle cable should be high enough however to adequately clear the tire and any debris that may stick to the tire or to fit over the front reflector hanger In the event of brake cable failure the front reflector hanger would prevent the straddle cable from catching in the tire and locking up the front wheel The straddle cable length when adjustable is set to transfer as much force to the brake pads as possible For the most efficient transfer of force the straddle cable and the line between the cantilever pivot and the cable anchor should form a right angle 90 degrees If the force is not at a right angle part of the force gets wasted in pulling on the brake post which has no ef
119. ver otherwise you may damage the rim 4 Remove the tube leaving the tire on the rim 5 Locate the leaks and patch using a tube repair kit carefully following the instructions or replace the tube Note Ensure that the replacement tube size matches the size stated on the tire sidewall and that the valve is the correct type for your bicycle 68 2007 PACIFICCYCLE Remove tire bead from the rim ri Pull tire back onto the rim 69 2007 PACIFICCYCLE 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Match the position of the leak in the tube with the tire to locate the possible cause and mark the location on the tire Remove the tire completely and inspect for a nail glass etc and remove if located Also inspect the inside of the rim to ensure there are no protruding spokes rust or other potential causes Replace the rim tape which covers the spoke ends if damaged Remount one side of the tire onto the rim Using a hand pump inflate the tube just enough to give it some shape Place the valve stem through the hole in the rim and work the tube into the tire Note Do not let it twist Using your hands only remount the other side of the tire by pushing the edge toward the center of the rim Start on either side of the valve and work around the rim Before the tire is completely mounted push the valve up into the rim to make sure the tire can sit squarely in position Fit the rest of the tire rollin
120. wer gear first so it will be easier when you start riding again If after selecting a new gear position you hear a slight rubbing noise from the front or rear gears gently adjust the appropriate shifter using the barrel adjusters until the noise goes away For opti mal performance and extended chain life it is recommended that you avoid using the extreme combinations of gear positions diagram p 18 for extended periods Front Low Gear Front High Gear These combinations are These combinations are NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED for optimal performance for optimal performance Rear High Gear Hand Grip Shifters Some bicycles are now being equipped with a shifting mechanism called Grip Shift which is built into the handlebar grips and does not make use of separate levers The actuating mechanism is built into the inside part of the grip that the web of the thumb and index finger closes around To select a lower gear twist the right shift er toward you to engage a larger rear cog You can shift one gear at a time by moving the Grip Shift one click or through multiple gears by continued twisting By twisting the left shifter forward or away from you a smaller chainwheel can be selected To select a higher gear twist the right shifter forward or away from you to engage a smaller rear cog To engage a larger front chainwheel twist the left shifter towards you Single shifts can be achieved by twisting one click at a t
121. xle Setting 1 To set turn the lever to the open position so that the curved part faces away from the bicycle 2 While holding the lever in one hand tighten the adjusting nut until it stops 3 Pivot the lever towards the closed position When the lever is halfway closed there must be firm resistance to turn it beyond that point If resistance is not firm open the lever and tighten the adjusting nut in a clockwise direction 4 Continue to pivot the lever all the way to the closed position so that the curved part of the lever faces the bicycle Cantilever Brakes 1 Install the cable into 5 The wheel is tightly secured when the serrated surfaces of the quick release clamping parts actually begin to cut into the bicycle frame fork surfaces 6 Note that the same procedure applies when operating a quick release seat post binder mechanism 7 Turn the bicycle upright using the kickstand to support it If you can fully close the quick release without wrapping your fingers around the fork blade for leverage and the lever does not leave a clear imprint in the palm of you hand the tension is insufficient Open the lever turn the adjusting and try again Continue until the QR lever closes properly Secondary retention devices are not a substitute for a correct quick release adjust ment Failure to properly adjust the quick release mechanism can cause the wheel to wobble or disengage which could cause you to lose control and f
122. y contact us stating the nature of the failure model number date received and the name of the store from which the bike was received at the address given on this page Frame must be returned for inspection at customer s expense Please note the fork is not part of the frame A lifetime warranty on your frame does not guarantee that the product will last forever The length of the useful life cycle will vary depending on the type of bike riding conditions and care the bicycle receives Competition jumping downhill racing trick riding trial riding riding in severe conditions or climates riding with heavy loads or any other non standard use can substantially shorten the useful product life cycle Any one or a combination of these conditions may result in an unpredictable failure that is not covered by this warranty All bicycles and frame sets should be periodically checked by an authorized dealer for indications of potential problems inappropriate use or abuse These are important safety checks and are very important to help prevent accidents bodily injury to the rider and shortened useful product life cycle PARTS All other parts of the unit except Normal Wear Parts are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase by the initial consumer purchaser subject to the Terms and Conditions of the warranty listed below If failure of any part should occur due to faulty materials or workmanship during
123. you can using a six inch adjustable wrench or a 15mm box wrench 4 Push the rear derailleur back into position 5 Close the brake then spin the wheel to make sure that it is centered in the frame and clears the brake shoes B Seatpost Quick Release Many mountain bikes are equipped with quick release seat post skewers The seatpost quick release skewer works exactly like the wheel quick release While a quick release looks like a long bolt with a lever on one end and a nut on the other the quick release uses a cam action to firmly clamp the seat post WARNING Riding with an improperly tightened seat post can allow the saddle to turn or move and cause you to lose control and fall Therefore 1 Make sure you know how to correctly clamp your seat post 2 Understand and apply the correct technique for clamping your seat post quick release 3 Before you ride the bike first check that the seatpost is securely clamped Adjusting the quick release mechanism The action of the quick release cam squeezes the seat collar around the seat post to hold the seat post securely in place The amount of clamping force is controlled by the tension adjusting nut Turning the tension adjusting nut clockwise while keeping the cam lever from rotating increases clamping force turning it counterclockwise while keeping the cam lever from rotating reduces clamping force Less than half a turn of the tension adjusting nut can make the difference between safe clampi

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