Cycle Force Group +BikeAid User manual
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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW BIKE!
Cycle Force Group is dedicated to making sure you are
satisfied with your new bicycle and wants to help with any
questions or comments you may have.
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.
PLEASE CONTACT CYCLE FORCE GROUP FOR ASSISTANCE.
VISIT US AT:
WWW.CYCLEFG.COM
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE VISIT:
WWW.BIKEAIDONLINE.COM
OR CALL US AT:
1-877-BIKEAID
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PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT
AS PROOF OF PURCHASE
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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 that you have purchased is a complex object. Cycle Force Group recommends 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, and/or assembly
questions.
Cycle Force Group
2105 SE 5th St.
Ames, IA 50010
Phone: (515) 232-0277
Fax: (515) 232-0279
www.cyclefg.com
Customer Service:
www.bikeaidonline.com
1-877-245-3243
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DIRECTORY
PART 1
SECTIONS
PARTS IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
BEFORE YOU RIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
SERVICING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
DETAILED MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . 62
PART 2
PART 3
PART 4
PART 5
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DIRECTORY
PARTS IDENTIFICATION 4
CRUISER/ROAD BICYCLES 4-5
MOUNTAIN/BMX BICYCLES 6-7
TOOLS REQUIRED 8
BEFORE YOU RIDE 10
CORRECT FRAME SIZE 10
RIDING POSITION 11
Saddle Height 11
Reach 11
Handlebar Height 12
SAFETY CHECKLIST 13
1. Brakes 13
2. Wheels and Tires 13
3. Steering 13
4. Chain 13
5. Bearings 14
6. Cranks and Pedals 14
7. Derailleurs 14
8. Frame and Fork 14
9. Accessories 14
Helmets 15
RIDING SAFELY 16
General Rules 16
Wet Weather 17
Night Riding 17
Pedaling Technique 17
Hill Technique 18
Cornering Technique 18
Rules for Children 18
GEARS - HOW TO OPERATE 19
Derailleur Gears 19
Operating Principles 19
Hand Grip Shifters 20
Thumb shifters (Top Mounted) 21
Below the Bar Shifters 21
BICYCLE CARE 22
Basic Maintenance 22
Storage 23
Security 23
ASSEMBLY 24
DERAILLEUR GEARED BICYCLES 24
Getting Started 24
Handlebars 24
Forks 26
Seat and Seat Post 27
Pedals & Cranks Set 28
Front Wheel 29
Correct Quick Release Axle Setting 29
Front Brake 30
Cantilever Brakes – Link Wire 30
Cantilever Brakes – Straddle Cable 32
V-Style Brakes 32
Check your Brakes 35
Disk Brakes 36
DERAILLEUR 38
Rear Derailleur 38
Front Derailleur 39
Dual Suspension 40
Rear Pivots 41
Accessories 42
Reflectors 42
Final Check 43
SINGLE SPEED & BMX 44
Getting Started 44
Handlebars 44
Seat 45
Pedals & Crank Set 45
Front Wheel 46
Front Brake 46
Side Pull Brake 48
Cantilever Brakes – Link Wire 48
Cantilever Brakes – Straddle Cable 52
Check your Brakes 53
Training Wheels 53
Rotors 54
Final Check 56
SERVICING 58
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 58
Schedule 1 - Lubrication 58
Schedule 2 - Service Checklist 59
Tools Required 60
Travel Tools 60
DETAILED MAINTENANCE 62
WHEELS AND TIRES 62
Wheel Inspection 62
Tire Inspection 63
Recommended Tire Pressures: 63
Hub Bearing Adjustment 64
How To Fix a Flat Tire 64
HANDLEBARS AND STEM 66
Handlebar Stem 66
WARNING 66
Handlebars 67
TWIST SHIFTERS 68
Twist Shift – Installation 68
Cables and Cable Housing 69
HEADSET 70
Inspection 70
Adjustment 70
SUSPENSION FORK 71
Regular Maintenance 71
Reassembly 71
Check before each ride: 71
SADDLE AND SEAT POST 72
Inspection 72
Lubrication 72
Adjustment 73
Brakes 74
Inspection 74
Lubrication 75
Adjustment – Sidepull Calipers 75
Adjustment – Cantilever Calipers 76
DRIVETRAIN 78
Pedals 78
Inspection 78
Attachment 79
Lubrication and Adjustment 79
CRANK SET 80
Inspection 80
Lubrication and Adjustment – One Piece
Cranks 81
Lubrication and Adjustment – Cotterless
Cranks 82
Lubrication 84
Adjustment and Replacement 84
Chain 84
Inspection 84
FREEWHEEL 85
Inspection 85
Lubrication 86
COASTER HUB 86
DERAILLEUR SYSTEMS 87
Inspection 87
Lubrication 88
Adjustment – Rear Derailleur 88
Adjustment – Front Derailleur
Quick Release Levers
8
90
9
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CRUISER BICYCLE
Cruiser bicycles also known as beach cruisers are designed for comfort and style.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Seat
Handlebar Grip
Shifter
Handlebars
Handlebar Stem
Head Set
Head Tube
Top Tube
Brake Lever
Brake Control Cables
Seat Post
Quick Release
Seat stays
Rear Derailleur Chain
Chainstay
Pedal
Crank Arm
Chainwheel
Fenders
Spokes
Chainguard
Down Tube
Front Brake
Brake Pad
Wheel Reflector
Fork
Tire
Rim
Rear Reflector
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
ROAD BICYCLE
Road bicycles are designed for racing and exercise. It can be valued as a commuter if long distance or speed is required.
Road bicycles use narrow, high-pressured tires to decrease rolling resistance and equipped with drop handlebars.
Seat Post
Seat
Quick Release
Seat stays
Rear Derailleur
Gear Control Cable
Chain
Chainstay
Pedal
Crank Arm
Chainwheel
Front Derailleur
Bottom
Bracket Axle
Tire
Rim
Spoke
Seat Tube
Down Tube
Head Tube
Head Set Brake Lever
Shifter
Brake
Fork
Front Hub
Handlebar Stem
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MOUNTAIN BICYCLE
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 much sturdier than those on racing style bicycles.
Top Tube
Seat
Seat Post
Quick Release
Seat Stay
Rear Reflector
Rear Brake
Wheel Reflector
Freewheel
Shift Lever
Handlebar
Brake Lever
Brake Control Cables
Front Reflector
Front Brake
Front Fork
Wheel Reflector
Front Hub
Spokes
Handlebar Stem
Head Set
Head Tube
Seat Tube
Down Tube
Gear Control Cable
Front Derailleur
Bottom
Bracket Axle
Rim
Tire
Chain Wheel
Crank Arm
Pedal
Chainstay
Chain
Tire Valve
Rear Derailleur
Gear Control
Cable
66666
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
BMX BICYCLE
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.
Seat
Seat Post
Seat Post Binder Bolt
Seat Stay
Rear Reflector
Wheel Reflector
Chain Wheel
Crank Arm
Pedal
Rim
Tire
Tire Valve
Chain
Rear Sprocket
Training Wheels
Brake Lever
Handlebar
Brake Control Cable
Reflector
Front Brake
Brake Pad
Front Fork
Wheel Reflector
Front Hub
Spokes
Handlebar Grip
Handlebar Stem
Head Set
Head Tube
Top Tube
Seat Tube
Down Tube
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