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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Register your bike at: www.intensecycles.com/pages/registerbike The Primer trail bike is the most versatile model in our INTENSE range. With 140mm of rear wheel travel and 150mm/160mm up front we have designed a bike that is confidence inspiring, balanced, nimble and fun. The Primer is a bike that is equally at home on long all-day rides, laps in your local woods or multi-day adventures. - Page 3 From the early days of INTENSE, when founder Jeff Steber worked alone in his garage, to today with our crew of talented people working in our Temecula, CA...
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Page 4: Components
05 Seatstay Rotor 06 Rear shock Spoke Saddle (seat) Tire Dropper seatpost Thru axle Seatpost clamp Model: INTENSE PRIMER Model Year: 2022 Frame Travel: 140mm Compatible Forks: 150mm and 160mm Travel (S model) Headtube/Headset: zs44/28.6 - ec49/40 Frame Seattube Dimensions: ID 31.6mm (ID = Inside Diameter) -
Page 5: Setup Guide
GO TO INTENSE.COM/PAGES/TECHVIDEOS WE ARE HERE TO HELP! If at any time you feel unsure about what you are doing then please contact us at INTENSE or seek the help of a professional mechanic at your local bike shop. INTENSE +1 951.307.9211... -
Page 6: Remove Wheels And
S T E P 1 REMOVE WHEELS & PUT BIKE IN STAND The packaging sections are individually numbered to make it easy for you to remove everything in the right order. When you first open your bike box you will find a Quick Start Guide, accessory box and the bike itself. -
Page 7: Install Handlebars
S T E P 2 INSTALL HANDLEBARS Remove any packaging on the front of the bike, then spin the handlebar stem 180º so that the stem and forks are facing forward (A). Make sure that the forks are the correct way around – the front brake caliper should be on the left (non-drive) side of the bike, with the fork arch facing forward. -
Page 8: Install Rear Derailleur
S T E P 3 INSTALL SHIMANO REAR DERAILLEUR 29 PRO & S Move to the rear of the bike and cut off any zip-ties or packaging from the rear derailleur and chain. Using a 5mm Allen key, screw the derailleur into the derailleur hanger/frame (A). - Page 9 S T E P 3 INSTALL SRAM REAR DERAILLEUR 275 & 29 EXPERT Move to the rear of the bike and cut off any zip-ties or packaging from the rear derailleur and chain. Using a 5mm Allen key, screw the derailleur into the derailleur hanger/frame (A).
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Page 10: Install Rear Wheel
S T E P 4 INSTALL REAR WHEEL Take out the rear brake pad spacer – this is usually orange, red or yellow plastic. Once removed be careful not to squeeze the brake lever until the rear wheel is in position. The rear axle features an integrated pull-out lever that sits inside the axle body. - Page 11 S T E P 4 C O N T I N U E D . . . Once everything is lined up and in position, reinsert the axle and tighten using the integrated lever on the non-drive side (left), turning clockwise until tight (G). Reinstall the lever within the axle by pushing it firmly back in place.
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Page 12: Install Front Wheel
S T E P 5 INSTALL FRONT WHEEL Remove all packaging from the front wheel making sure the hub end caps are still in the correct place and that they haven’t been pulled off by accident. If they do come off, just press them back into position. - Page 13 S T E P 6 INSTALL PEDALS Pedals are somewhat of a personal choice – some people prefer flat pedals, others clipless, and then of course there are all the different brands and designs. So please take note, your bike does not come supplied with pedals, so that you can choose your own.
- Page 14 S T E P 8 ADJUST HEADSET & HANDLEBARS Your bike’s headset comes ‘pre-loaded’ from our factory but it is good practice to check it. If it feels a little loose then undo the stem clamping bolts slightly using a 4mm Allen key and then gently tighten the top cap bolt to 2-4Nm (B).
- Page 15 S T E P 9 ADJUST SADDLE HEIGHT Set the height of your saddle (seat) with your seatpost in its fully extended position. Using a 5mm Allen key loosen the seatpost clamp and adjust the seatpost to the correct height. A good base measurement is to stand next to your bike in your riding shoes, putting your hand against the top of your hip bone (A).
- Page 16 S T E P 1 2 REBOUND FRONT SUSPENSION SETUP 275 & 29 EXPERT Open (counterclockwise) The Primer Expert (29” and 275”) use FOX air sprung suspension front and rear, Least amount of rebound so first you need to set the air pressure. Look at the air pressure on the chart damping.
- Page 17 REBOUND S T E P 1 2 FRONT SUSPENSION SETUP Open PRIMER 29 PRO (counterclockwise) Least amount of rebound The Primer Pro (29” ) uses FOX air sprung suspension front and rear, so first damping. Fork rebounds you need to set the air pressure. Look at the air pressure on the chart below to fastest.
- Page 18 S T E P 1 2 FRONT SUSPENSION SETUP 29 S The Primer S uses Öhlins air sprung suspension in the front fork and a coil spring on the rear. First you need to set the air pressure of the fork. Look at the air pressure chart below (also to be found on the bottom of the right-hand fork leg) to calculate the air pressure you require.
- Page 19 S T E P 1 3 REAR SUSPENSION SETUP 275 & 29 EXPERT To achieve the best performance from your FOX Performance Float X rear shock you first need to adjust the air pressure to get the correct sag setting for you. Sag is the amount your suspension compresses under your weight (in riding gear).
- Page 20 S T E P 1 3 SETTING REAR SHOCK SAG REAR SUSPENSION SETUP 29 S The optimal sag on your rear shock is 30% of the piston’s movement inside the shock body (stroke). The distance between the two shock mounting bolts (eye- First check the spring rate-chart on this page to make sure that the spring fitted on to-eye) without a rider on the bike is 210mm.
- Page 21 S T E P 1 4 FINAL CHECK You are almost ready to go riding. Now is a good time to check over your bike to make sure that everything looks correct – all packaging is removed, bolts are all tightened to the correct torques, etc.
- Page 22 G E O M E T R Y FLIP CHIP GEOMETRY ADJUSTMENT The Primer has a feature called a ‘Flip Chip’ which allows you to alter the geometry of your bike between two positions. The bike comes as standard from our factory in the ‘High’...
- Page 23 G E O M E T R Y FLIP CHIP... CONTINUED On the drive-side, while holding the back of the shock with your left hand, loosen the front shock bolt with a 4mm Allen key (C), then gently push down on rear shock and lower the shock out of the way.
- Page 24 G E O M E T R Y FLIP CHIP... CONTINUED Reinstall the two upper link spacers (G), then slightly loosen the front shock bolt, move the rear shock eyelet into position (H), getting everything lined up (making sure that the swingarm pivot with upper link pivot are still aligned), and then reinstall the rear D-Lock shoulder bolt making sure that it is fully...
- Page 25 These drawings, any and all specifications and data herein contained and the products manufactured in accordance with the said drawings, specifications and data are the exclusive property of Intense Cycles of accordance with the said drawings, specifications and data are the exclusive property of Intense Cycles of SEATTUBE ANGLE (ACTUAL) (J) 70˚...
- Page 26 COPYRIGHT © 2013 BY Intense Cycles Co These drawings, any and all specifications and data herein contained and the products manufactured in accordance with the said drawings, specifications and data are the exclusive property of Intense Cycles of SEATTUBE ANGLE (ACTUAL) (J) 69.8˚...
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Page 27: Maintenance Schedule
CLEAN AND REGREASE INTERFACE WITH FRAME in any degree it’s best to have your frame FRAME PIVOTS REMOVE PIVOT BOLTS, CHECK BEARINGS FOR inspected by a qualified INTENSE, LLC PITTING AND WEAR dealer. Any direct impact to the frame can HEADSET DISASSEMBLE STEM, HEADSET AND FORK. -
Page 28: Parts Listings
ITEM PART No. DESCRIPTION QTY. TORQUE SPEC. Crush Tube 130758 Crush Tube Lower Link Bearing Cap 24mm OD 130765 Cap Bearing Blk Bearing Cap 130778 Cap Bearing Blk Hanger 130790 Hanger Derailleur Forged Blk Bolt Main Pivot 130791 Bolt Main Pivot 1.5t Expander Blk 7Nm / 60in-lbs Hanger Bolt 130798... -
Page 29: Parts Kits
P R I M E R AXLE KIT IT150125 Axle Kit Rear CNC 148 x 12 Boost PARTS KITS With Hidden Lever (updated quick release) Primer 2020-2022 130899 Axle Rear 148 x 12mm Boost Blk with Hidden Lever BEARING KIT LOWER IT340193 Bearing Rebuild Kit Lower Primer 2020-2022 130758... - Page 30 HANGER KIT IT340177 Derailleur Hanger Kit Used With Locking Axle All Models 2017-2022 130790 Derailleur Hanger 2015 & Up Blk TW P R I M E R 130798 Bolt F/Derailleur Hanger Blk TW PARTS KITS CONTINUED... HARDWARE KIT LOWER IT150025 Link Kit Lower Hardware Titanium Primer 2020-2022 IT130778 Cap Bearing Blk TW...
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Page 31: Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Achieving correct torque is vital to ensuring the proper performance and function of the Primer frame. Failure to do so could result in suboptimal performance of your frame as well as premature wear and tear of individual parts. In addition to this chart, torque values are laser etched onto corresponding hardware for your reference. - Page 32 20 22 / / PR IM ER 2 7 5 E X PE R T PR IM ER 2 9 E X PER T PR IM ER 2 9 S MANUAL...
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