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PURE CYCLING
BICYCLE MANUAL ROAD BIKE
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  • Page 1 PURE CYCLING BICYCLE MANUAL ROAD BIKE Your bicycle and this bicycle manual comply with the safety requirements of the European standard EN 14781 for road racing bicycles. Attention! Assembly instructions page 12. Before your first ride please read pages 7-11.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Front derailleur Tyre Framesets – assembly technical data The wheels - tyres, inner tubes and air pressure Rear derailleur Adjusting the Canyon road bike to the rider Rim trueness, spoke tension Chain Valve Adjusting the saddle to the correct height...
  • Page 3 On delivery of the bike, the manufacturer has to attach in your manual only refer to this Canyon road bike and Please be aware that cycling is a hazardous activity additional manuals. Please visit www.canyon.com for that they do not necessarily apply to other bikes.

  • Page 4: Intended Use

    INTENDED USE INTENDED USE INTENDED USE Condition 2 Bicycles of category 1 and bicycles designed for well paved gravel paths and off-road trails with a slight To define the intended purposes for the different types of bicycles, we have classified our bikes in different slope where a short loss of tyre contact with the categories.

  • Page 5: First Ride

    For more information about the gears, Do not use the Canyon road bike on a bicycle trainer to which it is Keep yourself informed by visiting our al- read chapter “The gears“.
  • Page 6 BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE 4. Are frame size, saddle and handlebars properly ad- 6. Note that you should only use your Canyon for its in- justed? Stand over the top tube of your bike and tended purpose! Road and triathlon bikes are only...

  • Page 7: Frame

    7. Take a sturdy lock with you, if you intend to leave your Canyon in a public area. The only way to pro- 3. Test the brakes while standing by firmly pulling the tect your Canyon against theft in a public area is to brake levers towards the handlebars.
  • Page 8 Canyon Torque Wrench incl. bits, Canyon mounting The illustration shows an arbitrary Canyon road bike paste as well as the bicycle manual road bike with – this is not what every bike will look like. enclosed CD.
  • Page 9 BikeGuard in a dry place. If you in- imum tightening torque! Remove excessive Canyon tend to ship your Canyon or to take it with you on assembly paste and re-seal the small sachet after a trip, you will have everything at hand.
  • Page 10 The assembly of the Canyon road bike differs accord- and if it is really necessary, use a box cutter. ing to the system your Canyon road bike has. For this reason both systems are described in the following. Let the handlebar-stem-combination carefully hang down.
  • Page 11 Open the Canyon assembly paste. Squeeze out some Screw in both upper bolts (pos. 1+2) without tight- ening torque of 2 Nm by using the Canyon torque Velcro fastener in the top at the stem fixing the han- assembly paste and apply a thin layer of carbon as- ening them (1 Nm).
  • Page 12 “How to use the quick-release” in your bi- seats in the brake calliper. The gaps between the cycle manual road bike; also observe the instructions brake pads and the wheel should be parallel and the of the component manufacturer on the enclosed CD.

  • Page 13: Drop-Out

    CD. Read beforehand chapter “How to use the quick-re- lease” in your bicycle manual road bike and on the enclosed CD. Re-close the release lever of the brake (Shimano, After mounting the wheel and tightening the quick-re- Spin both wheels to make sure they run true.

  • Page 14: Seat Tube

    Read beforehand chapter “Adjusting the gears in chapter “The gears” in your bicycle manual Canyon road bike to the rider” in your bicycle manual Never ride your Canyon if the MAX marking road bike and on the enclosed CD.
  • Page 15 Slide the seat post into the seat tube to the desired Apply a thin layer of standard assembly grease on the Canyon road bikes can be fitted with standard race max AL) have an oval shaped seat post. Mounting saddle height. Insert the built-in seat post clamp.
  • Page 16 wheel.
  • Page 17 Gently retighten the clamping bolt(s), if necessary. ing torques” and “Service and maintenance schedule” in your bicycle manual road bike on the You can find further information on adjusting the enclosed CD.
  • Page 18 HOW TO USE THE CANYON ROAD BIKE QUICK-RELEASE If you have to pack your Canyon, e.g. to send it in for Although the use of quick-releases is very easy, they servicing to our workshop, or if you want to take it...

  • Page 19: What To Bear In Mind When Adding Components Or Making Changes

    Open the lever again and screw the tightening nut clockwise by half a turn to increase the initial tension. Canyon bikes are sport machines which are fitted ac- The quick-release lever must be nearly parallel to the wheel and not Mudguards/wheel protections Close the lever again and check it again for tight- cording to the respective usage.

  • Page 20: Special Characteristics Of Carbon

    Wheels with carbon rims have a particular brake behaviour is important so that you can enjoy your high-quality are suitable for carbon wheels. We recommend that Canyon for many years and have full confidence in its you always use the brake pads of the wheel manu- material.

  • Page 21: Care Instructions

    Stop using frame (e.g. the underside of the down bike in an unfrequented area and approach the your Canyon. Contact immediately our service tube) with special pads against rubbing cables or riding characteristics step by step.

  • Page 22: After An Accident

    Furthermore, this may cause the chain to jam be- in the stem. For more information, see chapters tween chainstay and chainrings (also referred to as “Adjusting the Canyon road bike to the rider“ and “chain-suck”). Therefore, avoid changing gears while “The headset“.

  • Page 23: Framesets - Assembly Technical Data

    If you are in doubt about the performance of your for Canyon to cover every conceivable option in this bike, have yourself picked up by car, instead of risk- manual. Canyon cannot be held responsible for any ing anything.
  • Page 24 Canyon at a later date. (right cup left hand threading!) Aeroad CF: Pressfit BB 91 with 86.5 mm Canyon road bike frames are delivered with the head- set and fork already mounted. Common cartridge bearings can be mounted directly...
  • Page 25 Clean and deburr the seat tube, if necessary. The cable stops riveted onto the Canyon Ultimate CF frame must only be subjected to forces acting in the Take care not to overtighten the seat post binder bolt same direction as the gear or brake cables.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Canyon Road Bike To The Rider

    Typical position of a road racing cyclist point ponents of your Canyon are designed in a way that either side. you can adjust them to your proportions up to a cer- To adjust the saddle height loosen the binder bolt or tain degree.

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Height Of The Handlebars

    ADJUSTMENT TO THE RIDER SADDLE HEIGHT HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT TO THE RIDER Now you can adjust the saddle height to the de- ADJUSTING THE sired position. Make sure the part of the seat post inside the seat tube is always well greased. (Except: HEIGHT OF THE frames and seat posts made of carbon).

  • Page 28: Aheadset ® -Stems Or Threadless System

    If you change the position of the stem, you have to readjust the Apply a little Canyon carbon assembly paste in this bearings (see chapter “The headset”). The vertical clamping area and retighten the handlebars after setting range is determined by the intermediate rings, having turned around the stem.

  • Page 29: Lock System

    Canyon. This is a job for enclosed manuals of the component manufac- in the case of carbon forks. Risk of an accident! skilled mechanics only! If you are not sure, please turers.

  • Page 30: Fore-To-Aft-Position And Saddle Tilt

    ADJUSTMENT TO THE RIDER FORE-TO-AFT POSITION AND SADDLE FORE-TO-AFT POSITION AND SADDLE ADJUSTMENT TO THE RIDER FORE-TO-AFT-POSITION ADJUSTING SADDLE POSITION AND TILT Patent clamping with two parallel bolts AND SADDLE TILT With so called patent seat posts two bolts fix the The inclination of your upper body and hence your clamping mechanism, which ensures the tilt and the riding comfort and pedalling power are also influ-...
  • Page 31 ADJUSTMENT TO THE RIDER FORE-TO-AFT POSITION AND SADDLE FORE-TO-AFT POSITION AND SADDLE ADJUSTMENT TO THE RIDER Clamping with two bolts in line Saddle clamp Speedmax Release both bolts by two to three turns at the most, Insert the Speedmax seat post into the seat post otherwise the whole assembly can come apart.

  • Page 32: Handlebars And Brake Lever Adjustment

    Finish by re-tightening both upper bolts (pos. 1+2) according to the tightening torques on the stem (5 or 8 Nm). Please note that this tightening torque only applies to the combination of the Canyon stem with the Canyon handlebars. Read the operating instructions on the Tighten the bolts according to the marked tightening torque enclosed CD-Rom.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Brake Lever Reach

    You should not be able to pull the brake If your road bike has a flat bar set it to a levers all the way to the handlebars. Your position in which your wrists are relaxed maximum brake force must be reached short of and not turned too much outwards.

  • Page 34: The Pedal Systems

    PEDAL SYSTEMS PEDAL SYSTEMS THE PEDAL SYSTEMS Clipless of step-in pedals come with a special type of cycling shoe which locks onto the pedal similarly to a ski binding. To engage with the pedal is to turn it Not all shoes are suited for cycling. Shoes used for to the horizontal using the tip of the cleat (the plate cycling should have a stiff sole and provide a firm on the sole of the shoe) and then rest your foot on it.

  • Page 35: Adjustment And Maintenance

    Canyon to a halt as quickly as possible. Such The cleat has to be fastened to the shoe in such a emergency stops are also a study in physics.

  • Page 36: Road Bike Rim Brakes

    RIM BRAKES BRAKE SYSTEM ROAD BIKE RIM BRAKES Checking and readjusting road bike brakes Brakes – how they work and what to do about wear With side-pull brakes the brake arms are suspended from a common point, thus forming an integral sys- Actuating the hand lever on the handlebar causes a tem.

  • Page 37: Readjusting And Synchronising The Side-Pull Brakes

    BRAKE SYSTEM RIM BRAKES DISC BRAKES BRAKE SYSTEM Readjusting and synchronising the side-pull brakes MECHANICAL AND HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKES IN THE CASE OF CYCLOCROSS BIKES With dual pivot brakes, turn the small (headless) screw, located at the side or on top of the calliper, Brakes –...

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Brake Lever Reach

    Accelerate your Canyon 30 to 50 the upper side of the caliper. If there is approximately the upper side of the caliper. If there is approximately to the paint could leak out.

  • Page 39: The Gears

    The brake pads of these brakes must be replaced as soon as they fit into The gears on your Canyon serve to adjust your pedal- these cut-outs. ling power to the slope of the road, wind conditions, and the desired speed.

  • Page 40: The Gears - How They Work And How To Use Them

    With SRAM Force doubletap levers there is only one Canyon road bikes are usually equipped with 20 or Shimano shift/brake lever shifting lever positioned behind the brake lever. A 30-speed derailleur gears and two to three chain-...

  • Page 41: Checking And Readjusting The Gears

    REAR DERAILLEUR If your Canyon topples over, the rear derailleur or Reduce the swivel range of the rear derailleur with the limit screws Retightening of the bowden cable at the adjusting bolt of the rear its attachment might get bent.
  • Page 42 After having adjusted the gears and chain it is essential to take your Canyon for a test ride in a level, unfrequented area (e.g. in a The initial adjustment of the front and rear Ask a helper to lift the rear wheel.

  • Page 43: Front Derailleur

    GEARS CHECKING AND READJUSTING CHECKING AND READJUSTING GEARS SHIMANO Di2 BATTERY The Di2 is the electronic version of the high quality A new, fully charged battery allows you to ride approx. shifting groupsets from Shimano. Instead of cables 1,000 km (620 miles). An about 25 % charged battery the signal is transmitted by wires.

  • Page 44: Chain Maintenance

    Although the chain is one of the wearing components enjoyable riding. What counts is, however, not the of your Canyon, there are still ways of influencing its quantity, but the distribution and regular application service life. Make sure the chain is lubricated regu- of lubricant.

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Chain Tension Of Single Speed Bicycles

    So-called singlespeed bicycles, such as the V-Drome, have only one gear and therefore have neither rear The wheels of your Canyon create the contact to the nor front derailleur. Furthermore, they have a fixed road or track you are riding on. They are subject to hub.
  • Page 46 The tube is pumped up via a valve. Canyon bikes are equipped with Sclaverand or race valves. This type of valve is designed for highest pres- sures, but you need getting used to its handling.

  • Page 47: Rim Trueness, Spoke Tension

    Do not ride with untrue wheels. In the case must not stick out of extreme side-to-side wobbles the brake pads of road bike brakes can miss the rim and get caught in the spokes! This normally results in an immediate blocking of the wheels, possibly Loose spokes must be tightened at once.

  • Page 48: Repairing Punctures

    Remove the inner tube from the tyre you pull the rear derailleur rearwards a little. Lift your Canyon a little off the ground and give the wheel a light blow with your hand so that it drops If the fabric of the tyre is destroyed by the out.

  • Page 49: Mounting Clincher And Folding Tyres

    WHEELS PUNCTURE PUNCTURE WHEELS After having removed the tyre, you should check the Work the tyre into the rim by approaching the valve rim tape. The tape should lie squarely in the base of symmetrically from both sides. Towards the end you the rim covering all spoke ends and should neither will have to pull the tyre vigorously downwards to be torn nor brittle.

  • Page 50: Removing Tubular Tyres

    WHEELS PUNCTURE PUNCTURE WHEELS REMOVING TUBULAR TYRES Nevertheless, you should still remove the spare tyre again after completing your tour. To achieve a strong- Deflate the tyre completely. To dismount the tyre, er bond you can then retreat the adhesive bed and the start opposite the valve by pushing the tyre to the tyre with glue and remount the tyre.
  • Page 51 WHEELS PUNCTURE PUNCTURE WHEELS Wait for the solvent to evaporate completely before If you have left the section opposite the valve hole you start to glue the tyre onto the rim. Gluing the tyre free of glue, you need not be concerned about glue is easiest with the wheel clamped in a truing stand or smearing on the ground or dirt getting into the glue mounted on an old fork clamped in a vice.

  • Page 52: Mounting Wheels

    Checking the true running with brake pads Check the headset for play by placing your fingers around the upper head cup and by moving your Canyon back and forth with actuated CHECKING AND READJUSTING brake lever Check the headset for play by placing your fingers around the upper head cup.

  • Page 53: Threadless Headset: Aheadset

    Make a final check by standing in front of your Canyon Retighten the clamping bolts located on the side of the stem by using Check the headset for play, as described further and taking the front wheel between your knees.

  • Page 54: Transport Of Your Canyon Bike

    If there is still play in handlebars or stem even with There are several ways of transporting your Canyon the maximum permitted torque, please dismount by car. Canyon recommends putting the bike into the the clamping, degrease it, apply a new layer of car- boot to take it with you.

  • Page 55: General Notes On Care And Inspection

    The Canyon BikeGuard components replaced regularly (see chapter “Ser- If you intend to take your Canyon with you when you vice and maintenance schedule”). This is essential to go on a trip by plane, pack it into the BikeGuard or ensure the safe and reliable functioning of all com- BikeShuttle.

  • Page 56: Safekeeping And Storing Your Canyon

    Inflated inner tubes tend to gradually lose air when surfaces with a soft cloth to give them a nice shine the bike is not used for a long time. If your Canyon and make them water repellent. is left standing on flat tyres for an extended period, this can cause damage to the structure of the tyres.

  • Page 57: Servicing And Inspection

    CARE AND INSPECTION CARE AND INSPECTION SERVICING AND INSPECTION Canyon safety check: If you ride your Canyon clearly less than 1,000 km First service: (620 miles) a year, it requires correspondingly less A special maintenance schedule has been developed servicing. In this case the Canyon safety check is ex- by our experienced technicians.

  • Page 58: Service And Maintenance Schedule

    Check wheel trueness and tension • After the bedding-in period you need to have your 100 hours. If your Canyon does harder service, either spokes bike serviced by an expert at regular intervals. The because your mileage is consistently greater or be-...

  • Page 59: Recommended Tightening Torques

    35-50 Nm 34-41 Nm Hollowtech II, SRAM Gigapipe) Octalink 50-70 Nm Pedal Pedal axle 35-55 Nm 40 Nm 47-54 Nm Shoe Cleat bolts 5-6 Nm Spike 4 Nm The Canyon torque wrench Mounting the handlebars with the Canyon torque wrench...

  • Page 60: Legal Requirements For Riding On Public Roads

    All bolted connections on the components - spoke reflectors Seat posts with single bolt 20-24 Nm of your Canyon have to be tightened care- [Law RVLR regs 13, 18 & 24)] Seat post with two bolts in line 6-9 Nm...

  • Page 61: Warranty

    WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE WARRANTY A NOTE ON WEAR Some components of your bike are subject to wear Your bike was manufactured with care and delivered due to their function. The rate of wear depends on to you largely preassembled. We are obliged by law to care and maintenance as well as on the way you use guarantee that your bike is free of any defects which your bike (kilometres travelled, rides in the rain, dirt,...

  • Page 62: Guarantee

    (poor care and maintenance), crashes, over- sonably. loading or resulting from changes made to the frame Crash Replacement – damaged Canyon frames are replaced at re- or fork or from the mounting or remounting of addi- In order to claim the CR-service, please contact our duced prices tional components.
  • Page 63 Showroom opening hours: Mon – Fri 10.00am – 7.00pm; Sat 9.00am – 6.00pm Order and information hotline: +44 (0)20 8501 2582 / Order-fax: +49 (0)261 4040050 / E-Mail: info@canyon.com Workshop hours: Mon – Fri 9.00am – 6.00pm; Sat 9.00am – 3.00pm...

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