Cannondale Bicycles manual

In or der to validate your warranty and BE ENTERED TO WIN A FREE SUPER V RA VEN 2000, please fill out the Registration Car d inside or visit our website at www .cannondale.com . This manual contains important safety , performance and maintenance information. Read the manual before taking your first ride on your new bicycle, and keep the manual hand[...]

C ONTENTS Warranty Registration Card . . . . . . . . . . Front of Manual CANNONDALE Super V Raven 2000 Sweepstakes Official Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Thank You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3 1 About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5 2 What It’s Called . . . .[...]

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What protective gear did you purchase with your bike, or already own and use? (See owners manual and consult your retailer) 1. ❑ Helmet ❑ Already own ❑ Bought with bicycle 2. ❑ Gloves ❑ Already own ❑ Bought with bicycle 3. ❑ Protective glasses ❑ Already own ❑ Bought with bicycle What are the top three (3) features influencing your[...]

1 CANNONDALE Super V Raven Sweepstakes Official Rules NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. To enter, complete and mail in the attached warranty registration card, or register your new Cannondale bike on-line at cannondale.com. You’ll be automatically entered when we receive your registration. You may also enter by hand-printing your name, address, phone number[...]

2 T HANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A C ANNONDALE . No assembly instructions are in this manual. Your new bicycle should be delivered to you only in a completely assembled and properly adjusted condition, complete with all CPSC required safety equipment. YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL To help you get the most out of your Cannondale, we’ve included this owner’s [...]

3 YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED CANNONDALE RET AILER Along with this manual, your key source of information and assistance is the shop where you purchased your bicycle. Y our local Authorized Cannondale Retailer is your primary contact for service and adjustment of your bicycle, instruction in its use, and any warranty questions. T o find the Cannondale re[...]

4 1 A BOUT THIS MANUAL WHY YOU SHOULD READ THIS MANUAL This manual was written to help you get the most performance, comfort, enjoyment and safety when riding your new bike. It’ s important for you to understand your new bike, its features and its operation, so that, from your first ride, you get maximum enjoyment with maximum safety . By reading[...]

5 When all else fails . . . it’s too late to r ead the manual Even if you’ve been riding a bike all your life, you probably need an updating of your bicycling habits, knowledge and assumptions. Why? Because bicycles are going through some pretty dramatic changes in the technology which affects function, handling, comfort, performance and safety[...]

6 2 W HA T IT ’ S CALLED 36 23 35 1 2 3 4 5 24 6 7 27 32 33 38 41 42 39 31 40 11 12 15 10 18 8 17 16 13 20 21 19 22 26 25 29 28 30 39 41 37 43 14 43 43 43 40 fig. 1a Dropped Bar Bike 9 1 frame 2 top tube 3 down tube 4 seat tube 5 chain stay 6 seat stay 7 head tube 8 fork 9 wheel 10 tire 11 tread 12 sidewall 13 valve stem 14 tube 15 rim 16 spokes [...]

7 22 chain 23 pedal 24 toeclip/strap 25 rear derailleur 26 front derailleur 27 shifter 28 shifter cable 29 adjusting barrel 30 freewheel/rear cluster/cassette 31 headset 32 stem 33 handlebar 34 bar end extension 35 seatpost 36 saddle 37 seat binder 38 brake lever 39 brake 40 brake shoe 41 brake cable 42 adjusting barrel 43 reflectors 43 43 43 43 42[...]

8 Adult bicycles can be broadly categorized into four types, according to the intended use for which the bike was designed: Road Bikes, Mountain Bikes, Cross Bikes and City or Cruiser Bikes. While there is a lot of use overlap in bike design, each type of bike is designed to provide optimum performance, comfort and safety under specific use conditi[...]

9 uncomfortable for more casual riding. The narrow tires are not recommended for use on loose surfaces. The Mountain Bike is designed to give the rider maximum control and durability on a wide variety of harsh terrain. Everything about the Mountain Bike is more rugged. Its frame geometry provides maximum ground clearance and allows you to quickly a[...]

10 The Cross Bike, also often called a Hybrid, Cross T errain Bike or Fitness Bike, is like a Swiss Army Knife: it's a versatile tool that does many things well. The Cross Bike is a good choice for the rider who isn't look- ing for the ultimate in performance either on or off the road, but who wants a bike that will handle paved roads, bi[...]

11 fig. 5 Standover Height A. FIT Make sure the bike fits. A bike that’ s too big or too small for the rider is harder to control and can be uncomfortable. WARNING: If your bicycle does not fit properly, you may lose control and fall. If your new bike doesn’t fit, ask your dealer to exchange it before your ride it. Frame size: Y our dealer will[...]

12 you ride only on paved surfaces and never , ever take off-road should give you a minimum standover height clearance of one to two inches. A bike that you'll ride on unpaved surfaces should give you a minimum of three inches of standover height clearance. And a bike that you'll use for real mountain biking on difficult, rough terrain sh[...]

13 ◆ sit on the saddle; ◆ place one heel on a pedal; ◆ rotate the crank until the pedal with your heel on it is in the down position and the crank arm is parallel to the seat tube. If your leg is not completely straight and just touching the center of the pedal, your saddle height needs to be adjusted. If your hips must rock for the heel to r[...]

14 2. Front and back adjustment. Loosen the saddle clamping mechanism (see fig. 6A, B or C) and slide the saddle back or forward on its rails. Start with the saddle clamped in about the middle, then adjust forward or back until you find the position which is most comfortable for you. Then, retighten the saddle clamping mechanism as tight as you can[...]

15 If, in spite of carefully adjusting the saddle height, tilt and fore-and-aft position, your saddle is still uncomfortable, you may need a different saddle design. Saddles, like people, come in many different shapes, sizes and resilience. Y our dealer can help you select a saddle which, when correctly adjusted for your body and riding style, will[...]

16 doesn't, get a piece of wood or a soft mallet and give the bolt a good whack to release the wedge. Adjust the stem position as desired, align stem with tire, and retighten the binder bolt tight enough so that you cannot twist the stem and handlebars out of alignment. Under no circumstances should the stem be retightened with its "Minim[...]

17 W ARNING: Failur e to pr operly tighten the stem binder bolt, the han- dlebar binder bolt or the bar end extension clamping bolts may com- pr omise steering action, which could cause you to lose contr ol and fall. Place the fr ont wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar/stem assembly . If you can twist the stem [...]

18 B. SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARNING: 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. Helmet: While not all States require bicyclists to wear approved pro[...]

19 Reflectors: 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. The size, performance and location of each reflector is specified by the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission. The reflectors are d[...]

20 WARNING: Do not remove the reflectors from your bicycle. They are an integral part of the bicycle's safety system. Removing the reflectors may reduce your visibility to others using the roadway. Being struck by other vehicles may result in serious injury or death. Remember: reflectors are not a substitute for lights. Always equip your bicyc[...]

21 Pedals: (See also Section 6.E and 6.F .) Some higher performance model bicycles come equipped with pedals that have sharp and potentially dangerous surfaces. These surfaces are designed to add safety by increasing adhesion between the rider's shoe and the bicycle pedal. If your bicycle has this type of high-perfor- mance pedal you must take[...]

22 T ires & Wheels: T ires correctly inflated? Check by putting one hand on the saddle, one on the intersection of the handlebars and stem, then bouncing your weight on the bike while looking at tire deflection. Compare what you see with how it looks when you know the tires are correctly inflated; and adjust if necessary . See Section 6.G.1 for[...]

23 full braking force at the levers without having them touch the handlebar? If not, your brakes need adjustment. Do not ride the bike until the brakes are properly adjusted. See Sections 6.C.1 and 6.C.2 for details. WARNING: Riding with improperly adjusted brakes or worn brake shoes is dangerous and can result in serious injury or death. Quick Rel[...]

them before you ride. On a Mountain bike or Cross bike, are the bar end extensions tight enough so you can’t twist them? If not, tighten them. WARNING: Loose or damaged handlebar grips or extensions can cause you to lose control and fall. Unplugged handlebars or exten- sions can cut your body, and can cause serious injury in an other- wise minor [...]

25 NOTE: Like any sport, bicycling involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume the responsibility for that risk. Not the people who sold you the bike. Not the people who made it. Not the people who distribute it. Not the people who manage or maintain the roads or trails you ride on. Y ou. So you need to know -- and[...]

26 7. Don't jump with your bike. Jumping a bike, particularly a BMX or mountain bike, can be fun; but it puts incredible stress on everything from your spokes to your pedals. Perhaps most vulnerable to jumping- related damage is your front fork. Riders who insist on jumping their bikes risk serious damage, to their bicycles as well as to thems[...]

27 3. Ride defensively . Assume that the people with whom you are shar- ing the road are so absorbed with what they are doing and where they are going that they are oblivious to you. 4. Look ahead of where you're going, and be ready to avoid: ◆ V ehicles slowing or turning in front of you, entering the road or your lane ahead of you, or comi[...]

28 6. Stop at stop signs and traffic lights; slow down and look both ways at street intersections. Remember that a bicycle always looses in a collision with a motor vehicle, so be prepared to yield even if you have the right of way . 7. Use hand signals for turning and stopping. Learn the local vehicle code for the correct signals. 8. Never ride wi[...]

29 13. Don't weave through traffic or make any moves that may surprise people with whom you are sharing the road. 14. Observe and yield the right of way . 15. Never ride your bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 16. If possible, avoid riding in bad weather , when visibility is obscured, at dusk or in the dark, or when extreme[...]

30 4. Learn and obey the local laws regulating where and how you can ride off-road, and respect private property . Don't ride where you are not wel- come or where you are not allowed. 5. Y ou are sharing the trail with others -- hikers, equestrians, other cyclists. Respect their rights, and be tolerant if they inconvenience you. 6. Y ield righ[...]

31 risks. W ear appropriate safety gear , including an approved full face helmet, full finger gloves, and body armor . Have your bicycle and equipment careful- ly inspected by a qualified mechanic and be sure it is in perfect condition. Consult with expert riders and race officials on conditions and equipment advisable at the site where you plan to[...]

32 E. WET WEA THER RIDING WARNING: Wet weather impairs traction, braking and visibility, both for the bicyclist and for other vehicles sharing the road. The risk of an accident is dramatically increased in wet conditions. Under wet conditions, the stopping power of your brakes (as well as the brakes of other vehicles sharing the road) is dramatical[...]

WARNING: Riding at dawn, at dusk, after dark or at times of poor visibility without a bicycle lighting system which meets local and state laws and without reflectors is illegal, dangerous and can result in serious injury or death. Even if you have excellent night vision, many of the people with whom you're sharing the road don't. A bicycl[...]

34 flashing lights ... any reflective device or light source that moves will help you get the attention of approaching motorists, pedestrians and other traffic ◆ Make sure your clothing or anything you may be carrying on the bicycle does not obstruct a reflector or light. When riding at dusk or at night, ◆ Ride slowly. ◆ Avoid areas of heavy [...]

35 It's important to your performance, enjoyment and safety to under- stand 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 under- stand -- this section of the Manual. If you have eve[...]

36 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 the bike&apos[...]

37 1. Adjusting the quick release mechanism (see Fig. 11, opposite) The wheel hub is clamped in place by the force of the quick release cam pushing against one dropout and pulling the tension adjusting nut, by way of the skewer , against the other dropout. The amount of clamping force is controlled by the tension adjusting nut. T urning the tension[...]

38 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.[...]

39 (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, disen- gage 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[...]

40 (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 (fig. 11 & 12). The lever should be parallel to the fork blade and curved toward the wheel. CAUTION: If you can fully close the [...]

41 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 loose control and fall, resulting in serious injury or death. c. Removing a Quick Release Rear Wheel (1) Shift the rear deraill[...]

42 (3) Rotate the quick-release lever to the OPEN position (see fig. 11). 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 freewheel sprocket. Then, insert the wheel into the frame dropouts and pull it all the way in to the dropouts (fig. 14). (5) T ighten the adj[...]

43 (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 (see Section 6.C.1, figs. 16A, B, C and D). (2) With a 15mm box wrench or[...]

44 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 firmly at the top of the slots which are at the tips of the fork blades. The axle nut washers should be on the out- side, between the fork blade and the axle nut. If your bike has a clip-on type secondary[...]

45 (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. 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 sma[...]

46 B. SEA TPOST QUICK RELEASE Many mountain bikes are equipped with quick-release seat post binders. The seatpost quick-release binder works exactly like the wheel quick-release (Section 6.A.1) 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 p[...]

47 clamping force is controlled by the tension adjusting nut. T urning 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 betw[...]

48 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 It's important to your safety that you instinctively know which brake lever controls which brake [...]

49 consult your dealer before riding the bike. The lever reach may be adjustable; or you may need a different 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 . [...]

50 different speeds and on different surfaces. T o better understand this, experiment a little by walking your bike and applying different amounts of pressure to each brake lever , until the wheel locks. WARNING: Some bicycle brakes, such as linear-pull (fig 16B) and disc brakes, are extremely powerful. You should take extra care in becoming famili[...]

51 The keys to effective speed control and safe stopping are controlling wheel lockup and weight transfer . Practice 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 . T ire adhesion is reduced, so the wheels have less cornering a[...]

52 D. SHIFTING Y our multi-speed bicycle will have a derailleur drivetrain (see 2. below), an internal gear hub drivetrain (see 3. below) or , in some special cases, a combination of the two. 1. Why all those gears? Y ou will get the greatest fitness benefit, produce the greatest sustained power and have the greatest endurance if you learn to spin [...]

53 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 ◆ a rear derailleur ◆ usually a front derailleur ◆ one or two shifters ◆ one or two control cables ◆ one, two or three front sprockets call[...]

54 shifter design which they believe will give the best results on your bike. The different types of shifters and their operation are illustrated in figures 18A through 18H. Identify the shifters on your bike before reading on. The vocabulary of shifting can be pretty confusing. A downshift is a shift to a “slower” gear , one which is easier to[...]

55 ! CAUTION: 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. WARNING: Never shift a misadjusted derailleur onto the largest or the smallest sprocket. The chain could jam, causing you to lose control and fall. 1) Shifting the Rear D[...]

56 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 I be in? The comb[...]

57 3. Shifting an internal gear hub drivetrain If your bicycle has an internal gear hub drivetrain, the gear changing mech- anism will consist of: ◆ a 3, 5, 7 or possibly 12 speed internal gear hub ◆ one, or sometimes two shifters ◆ one or two control cables ◆ one front sprockets called chainrings ◆ a drive chain a) Shifting internal gear[...]

58 Shifting from an easier , “slower” gear (like 1) to a harder , “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 condi- tions -- a gear whi[...]

59 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,[...]

60 WARNING: Clipless pedals are intended for use with shoes specifi- cally 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 disengaging the foot becomes a reflex action, the technique requires concentration which can distract t[...]

61 The size, pressure rating, and on some high-performance tires the specific recommended use, are marked on the sidewall of the tire (see Fig. 20). The part of this information which is most important to you is T ire Pressure. WARNING: Never inflate a tire beyond the maximum pressure marked on the tire's sidewall. Exceeding the recommended ma[...]

62 Inflating the tire to near its maximum recommended pressure gives the lowest rolling resistance; but also produces the harshest ride. High pres- sures work best on smooth, dry pavement. V ery 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, [...]

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 cor- rect rotation direction. If your bike has unidirectional tires, be sure that they are mounted to rotate in the correct [...]

The Presta valve (Fig. 21b) has a narrower diameter and is only found on bicycle tires. T o 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. T o inflate a [...]

WARNING: Failure to maintain, check and properly adjust the suspen- sion system may result in suspension malfunction, which may cause 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 th[...]

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 h[...]

67 NOTE: T echnological advances have made bicycles and bicycle components more complex than ever before, and the pace of innovation is increasing. This ongoing evolution makes it impossible for this manual to provide all the information required to properly repair and/or maintain your bicycle. In order to help minimize the chances of an accident a[...]

68 If you want to learn to do major service and repair work on your bike, you have three options: 1. Ask your dealer whether copies of the manufacturer’ s installation and service instructions for the components on your bike are available. 2. Ask your dealer to recommend a book on bicycle repair . 3. Ask your dealer about the availability of bicy[...]

69 The following are examples of the type of service you should perform yourself. All other ser vice, maintenance and repair should be per- formed in a pr operly equipped facility by a qualified bicycle mechanic using the corr ect tools and pr ocedur es specified by the manufacturer . 1. Break-in Period: Y our bike will last longer and work better [...]

70 3. After every long or hard ride; if the bike has been exposed to water or grit; or at least every 100 miles: Clean the bike and lightly oil the chain, freewheel cogs and rear derailleur pulley bushings. Wipe off excess oil. Lubrication is a function of climate. T alk to your dealer about the best lubricants and the recommended lubrication frequ[...]

71 ◆ Squeeze each adjoining pair of spokes on either side of each wheel between your thumb and index finger . Do they all feel about the same? If any feel loose, have your dealer check the wheel for tension and trueness. ◆ Check the frame, particularly in the area around all tube joints, the handlebars, the stem and the seatpost for any deep sc[...]

72 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, have your dealer check the brakes. If the chain won’t shift smoothly and quietly fr om gear to gear: the derailleur is out of adjustment. The cause may be as simple as cable st[...]

73 Unless you’re going for a short ride in the neighborhood, or you can walk home or call someone to pick you up if something breaks, you should never go for a bike ride without the following emergency equipment: ◆ 4mm, 5mm and 6mm Allen wrenches, used to tighten various clamping bolts that may loosen ◆ Patch kit and a spare inner tube ◆ T [...]

74 Carefully check the outside and inside of the tire for the cause of the puncture and remove the cause if it is still there. If the tire is cut, line the inside of the tire in the area of the cut with something handy – tape, a spare patch, a piece of inner tube, a dollar bill – whatever will keep the cut from pinching the inner tube. Either p[...]

75 CAUTION: If you use a screwdriver or any tool other than a tire lever, you are likely to puncture the tube. Check to make sure the tire is evenly seated around both sides of the rim and that the tube is inside the tire beads. Push the valve stem into the tir e to make sure that its base is seated within the tire’ s beads. Inflate the tube slow[...]

76 WARNING: A broken spoke seriously weakens the wheel and may cause it to wobble, striking the brakes or the frame. Riding with a broken spoke can cause you to lose control and fall. T wist the broken spoke around the spoke next to it to keep it from flop- ping around and getting caught between the wheel and the frame. Spin the wheel to see if the[...]

77 First, check yourself for injuries, and take care of them as best you can. Seek medical help if necessary . Next, check your bike for damage, and fix what you can. Then, when you get home, carefully perform the checks described in Section 7.A.4 and check for any other damaged parts. All bent, scored or discolored parts are suspect and should be [...]

78 ! The variety of components and accessories available to enhance the comfort, performance and appearance of your bicycle is almost endless. Y our dealer can help you select those that will work best for the kind of riding you do. Even if you are an experienced rider , don’t assume you can properly install and operate these components or access[...]

79 shape for you . That’ s why your dealer stocks saddles which offer a variety of shapes, padding, covering materials and prices. If the saddle on your new bike is uncomfortable, ask your dealer to suggest an alternative. If you’re planning to spend an hour or more at a time on your bike, get a pair of cycling gloves . Their padded palms help [...]

80 Some basic tools are also useful. The minimum tool kit you will need to make adjustments, perform maintenance and handle emergency repairs should include: ◆ a set of Allen wrenches in 2mm, 4mm, 5mm and 6mm sizes ◆ a set of tire levers ◆ a 6 inch adjustable wrench ◆ a No. 1 Phillips screwdriver and a 1/4 inch flat blade screwdriver ◆ a [...]

81 Another popular way to improve the performance of a bicycle is to sub- stitute lighter weight “racing” components . Lighter wheels, tires, handle- bars and so on can enhance the performance of your bike; but you must always keep in mind that light weight racing components are not intend- ed to have the life expectancy of their heavier counte[...]

Disc brakes are becoming a more common mountain bike performance upgrade. Most front suspension forks are designed to accept a disc brake, and can take the added stresses at the brake mounting points. Be sure that the fork you are using is designed to accept disc brake stress- es. Most bicycle frames, however , were not designed for the stresses wh[...]

Y our dealer is here to help you get the bike and accessories which are most appropriate for the kind of riding that you intend to do; and to help you maintain your equipment so that you can get the maximum enjoy- ment from it. Y our bike shop's staff has the knowledge, tools and expe- rience to give you reliable advice and competent service. [...]

84 Like any sport, cycling is not without risk. Be sure to follow the safety guidelines below each time you ride. Failure to follow these instructions could cause an accident and possible serious injury or death. Read this manual in its entirety , and familiarize yourself with your bicycle and its controls before riding. WARNINGS: Note that bicycle[...]

85 Never ride double or carry packages that obstruct your view or inhibit your control of the bicycle. Avoid riding at night, or in inclement weather. If you must ride at night, wear reflective clothing and equip your bicycle with front and rear lights. Make sure your bicycle is equipped with reflectors. If you get caught in a shower, remember that[...]

86 safety checks and very important to help prevent accidents, bodily injury to the rider and shortened product life. (see section 7.A.4 and A) Note that generally speaking, lightweight frames and components have shorter lives. For example, all aspects of use being identical , a light- weight CAAD4 frame will have a shorter life than a heavier CAAD[...]

87 Exercise caution with chainrings and pointed, aggressive platform pedals, as they have sharp and potentially dangerous surfaces. If you have features (such as suspension or brake systems) not covered by this manual, you should have a supplement included with your manual. If you suspect that supplements might be missing, contact your Authorized C[...]

88 WHEN RIDING WITH CHILDREN Cannondale urges consumers not to install child carriers on bicycles. Only qualified and experienced mechanics should install frame- mounted accessories on bicycles. Use caution when riding with a child carrier. Child carriers add weight to the rear, and raise the bicycle’s center of gravity, making balance and corner[...]

89 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 have a bad accident if your skill is not up to handling this system. Get to know how to handle your suspension system well before trying any downhill or very fast biking. T o ride downhill at spee[...]

90 While the rugged appearance of mountain bikes might suggest that they’re indestructible, they are not. Certainly , they are tough and sturdy . But as with any machine, abuse will soon take a toll on its ability to per- form. More specifically , be sure to avoid: Jumping. Jumping a mountain bike is fun, but it puts incredible stress on everythi[...]

91 equestrians are simple things we can all do on every ride to keep the land open to bicycles. And if you’re feeling ambitious, voluntary trail maintenance and packing out others’ trash will benefit everyone. The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) has established these guidelines for good trail riding: Ride on open trails only[...]

92 C . O THER I MPOR T ANT N OTES PREVENTING CORROSION: Periodically clean your frame with soap and water. After cleaning and drying it is a good idea to lightly coat the water bottle bosses with a water displacing lubricant such as CODA Dry wax, Tri-Flow or WD40 to minimize corrosion from sweat and salt. This is particularly important on bicycles [...]

93 PROPER USE OF BICYCLE REPAIR STANDS When using clamp-style bicycle repair stands, be sure to clamp your Cannondale bicycle by the seatpost. DO NOT CLAMP YOUR BICYCLE BY ANY OF THE FRAME TUBES. The frame tubes on Cannondale bicycles are crafted from high-performance, thin-walled tubing that can be damaged by clamp-style bicycle repair stands. TOR[...]

Are your seatpost and stem securely fastened? T wist the handlebars firm- ly from side to side while holding the front wheel between your knees. The stem must not move in the steering tube. Similarly , the seatpost must be secure in the seat tube. Are you visible to motorists? If you are riding at dusk, dawn or at night, you must make yourself visi[...]

95 Are you wearing a helmet and other appropriate equipment and clothing, such as protective glasses and gloves? Do not wear loose clothing that could become entangled in the bicycle. Are your wheels’ quick-release skewers properly fastened? Be sure to read the section on proper operation of quick-release skewers (see section 6) . Are your front [...]

96 WARNING: Toe clip overlap could cause you to lose control of your bike. Check your bicycle for toe clip overlap. If you have any questions, check with your retailer before you ride. If you have toe clip overlap, the toe clip may be able to contact the front tire (or front fender) when the pedal and toe clip are all the way forward and the front [...]

The serial number on your Cannondale bicycle consists of a series of numbers and letters engraved into the underside of the bottom bracket. Contained in the serial number are codes representing the date of manufacture, frame style and size, color , and one sequence of numbers which is unique to your bicycle. Please take a few minutes to record your[...]

98 The specific warranty covering your Cannondale bicycle is governed by the country in which it was purchased, and applies only to bicycles purchased from Authorized Cannondale Retailers. CANNONDALE LIMITED W ARRANTY FOR BICYCLES PURCHASED THROUGH AUTHORIZED RET AILERS IN THE U.S.A. FRAME: Cannondale frames (except downhill) are warranted by Canno[...]

99 TERMS OF W ARRANTY : • This warranty is not meant to suggest or imply that the bicycle cannot be broken or will last forever . It does mean that the bicycle is covered subject to the terms of the warranty . • This warranty only applies to the original owner of a Cannondale bicycle and is not transferable to subsequent owners. • For any war[...]

100 • All labor charges for warranty service are the responsibility of the bicycle’ s owner . • During the acceptable duration of this warranty , Cannondale will either repair any defective frame, or , at our option, replace any defective frame with the same or most nearly comparable model then available. THIS IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER TH[...]

101 CANNONDALE LIMITED W ARRANTY FOR BICYCLES PURCHASED THROUGH AUTHORIZED RET AILERS IN EUROPE Please see page 97 of this manual for Cannondale’s warranty policy. If you have further questions, please contact: Cannondale Eur ope B.V ., Postbus 5100, Hanzepoor t 27 7570 GC Oldenzaal, Netherlands, 011-31-541-573-580 AUTHORIZED EUROPEAN DISTRIBUTOR[...]

102 CANNONDALE LIMITED W ARRANTY FOR BICYCLES PURCHASED THROUGH AUTHORIZED INTERNA TIONAL RET AILERS/DISTRIBUTORS Please see page 97 of this manual for Cannondale’s warranty policy. If you have further questions, please contact the distributor where you purchased your bicycle: AUTHORIZED INTERNA TIONAL DISTRIBUTORS ◆ AUSTRALIA: Cannondale Austr[...]

103 ◆ SOUTH AFRICA: Cape Cycle Systems Ltd., PO Box 14684, Wetton 7790, Cape Town, tel: 27 21 761 3528, fax: 27 21 761 5914 ◆ TAHITI: Pacific Cycles, Rue Marechal Foch, BP 1535, Pepeete, Tahiti, tel/fax: 689-450-451 ◆ TAIWAN: Cash Crest, 1st Floor, #2., Lane 66, Huan Nan Road, Ping Chen City, Tao Yuan Hsien, Taiwan, 886 349 15050 ◆ THAILAND[...]

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Y OUR P URCHASE R ECORD It is important to keep a record of your bicycle’ s serial number , and the date and place of purchase. W e’ve provided space below for you to keep this information. (Be sure to save your sales receipt.) Serial Number (see page 97 for location): Late model bikes will have the serial number printed adjacent to a bar code [...]

This cover is printed on recycled paper . Cannondale Customer Service: http://www .cannondale.com USA: Call 1-800-BIKE USA, Fax: 814-623-6173. Europe: Call 31-541-573580, Fax: 31-5415-14240. Japan: Call 0722-99-9399, Fax: 0722-93-6166. Australia: Call 61-2-9979-5851, Fax: 61-29979-5688. In other locations, call your Authorized Cannondale Retailer .[...]