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  • Page 1 K2 Bike Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Preventing Bicycle Theft Lubrication Quick Releases Wheel Removal Braking Shifting Pedals Lubrication Brakes Drive System Wheels and Tires General Maintenance Schedule Tuning Variables Tuning Adjustments Smart Shock Main Pivot Maintenance K2 Bike Maintenance Schedule Torque and Lubrication Table Service Kits...

  • Page 3: In This Section

    Congratulations on the purchase of your new K2 Bike®. Since 1989, when we jump started the suspension revolution with the introduction of the Flexstem,™ we’ve been at the forefront of suspension innovation. In 1990, we released the first production full suspension mountain bike ever—...
  • Page 4 If you have questions about any part of your bicycle, contact your authorized K2 Bike dealer or call us at 401-765-0130. Make sure that brake and gear cables are cut to the proper length and properly routed. You should be able to turn your handlebars from side to side without any tension or pulling on the cables.

  • Page 5: Standover Height

    Saddle Position Your K2 Bike is equipped with a stem which clamps on to the outside of the steerer tube of the fork. The height of this stem may be changed slightly by adding or removing headset spacers. If you need to adjust your handlebar position beyond these small adjustments, you'll have to get a longer or shorter stem with a higher or lower rise.
  • Page 6 If the gap varies, take your wheels to your authorized K2 Bike dealer before riding your bicycle. While your K2 Bike is designed for off road riding, it will last longer and give you years of enjoyment when properly taken care of. Please follow these bicycle care instructions to keep your K2 Bike running well.
  • Page 7 Keeping your bicycle properly lubricated is one of the most important things you can do to maintain the proper function of your K2 Bike. Do not over lubricate your bike. The steps for proper lubrication are covered in Maintenance: Lubrication.

  • Page 8: Brake Lever

    Think ahead in wet situations and apply brakes earlier. Many K2 Bike models are equipped with V-Brake - style brakes. These brakes provide a tremendous amount of stopping power and should be used carefully. Make sure that you are familiar with the power of the brakes before you attempt any off-road riding.
  • Page 9 Brakes Derailleur and Brake Cables: It’s important that you periodically lubricate cables to ensure proper brake and shifter actuation. Your K2 Bike is equipped with slotted cable stops that allow you to remove cable housing from the frame. • Drive System Slide the housings along the cable wire and lubricate the portions of cables that are normally located within the housing.
  • Page 10 If you ride many miles, or frequently ride in off road or muddy conditions, have your bike checked more often. The brakes on your new K2 Bike should have been completely adjusted by your dealer when new. Due to cable stretch and pad wear during use, the brakes should be adjusted periodically.
  • Page 11 Required Inspection/Service Every Ride Check qui c k rel e ase/wheel attachment Check tire inflation Check wheel straightness Check brake function Check shifting system Retighten all bolts Cl e an bi c ycl e frame/components Check for loose spokes Inspect and lubricate chain Inspect and lubricate derailleurs Check tires for wear Inspect and lubricate hand brake levers...

  • Page 12: Personal Preference

    In this section you will learn how to set up properly your K2 Bike suspension. Our bicycles are designed to offer wide adjustability for many different riders. It may be necessary to purchase different springs in order to tune your K2 Bike. We offer a wide variety of coil springs for this purpose.

  • Page 13: Rear Shock Removal

    You may need to change the coil springs on your K2 Bike in order to tune your suspension properly. We suggest this be done by your local K2 Bike dealer or other qualified technician, but if you would like to change the springs on your...
  • Page 14 Preload Preload is the amount of load placed on a spring to increase the spring rate in the initial part of the travel. All of our shocks feature adjustable preload. Preload is used to achieve the proper amount of suspension sag for your bike or fork. Remember: You must first start with the proper spring rate in order to get the correct amount of sag.

  • Page 15: Tools Needed

    If your K2 Bike is equipped with an NR-5 Smart Shock, then read on. If you have not read the Suspension Tuning: Damping section yet, please do so now. The damping section will provide you with an understanding of the concepts of shock damping, and specifically, compression damping.
  • Page 16 Lite Tech LT450 The following Replacement / Service Kits are available from your K2 Bike / Noleen Authorized Dealer. They are intended for use by your K2 Bike / Noleen dealer or other qualified mechanic possesing the proper training and tools.

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