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Bicycle Owner's Manual
10.1 Edition, 2014
This manual meets 16 CFR 1512 and EN 14764, 14766 and 14781 Standards
IMPORTANT:
This manual contains important safety, performance and service information. Read it before you take the first ride on your
new bicycle, and keep it for reference.
Additional safety, performance and service information for specific components such as suspension or pedals on your
bicycle, or for accessories such as helmets or lights that you purchase, may also be available. Make sure that your dealer has
given you all the manufacturers' literature that was included with your bicycle or accessories. In case of a conflict between
the instructions in this manual and information provided by a component manufacturer, always follow the component
manufacturer's instructions.
If you have any questions or do not understand something, take responsibility for your safety and consult with your dealer or
the bicycle's manufacturer.
NOTE:
This manual is not intended as a comprehensive use, service, repair or maintenance manual. Please see your dealer for all service, repairs or
maintenance. Your dealer may also be able to refer you to classes, clinics or books on bicycle use, service, repair or maintenance.
Questions? Contact us anytime:
(917) 819-1665
info@prioritybicycles.com
Priority Outdoor Products, Inc.
174 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10013

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  • Page 1 Additional safety, performance and service information for specific components such as suspension or pedals on your bicycle, or for accessories such as helmets or lights that you purchase, may also be available. Make sure that your dealer has given you all the manufacturers’ literature that was included with your bicycle or accessories. In case of a conflict between the instructions in this manual and information provided by a component manufacturer, always follow the component manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    30   5. Service   A. Service Intervals p. 32   B. If your bicycle sustains an impact p. 34   Appendix A: Intended Use p. 35   Appendix B: Lifespan of your bike and its components p. 41  ...

  • Page 3: General Warning

    Because it is impossible to anticipate every situation or condition which can occur while riding, this Manual makes no representation about the safe use of the bicycle under all conditions. There are risks associated with the use of any bicycle which cannot be predicted...

  • Page 4: A Special Note For Parents

    As a parent or guardian, you are responsible for the activities and safety of your minor child, and that includes making sure that the bicycle is properly fitted to the child; that it is in good repair and safe operating condition; that you and your child have learned and understand the safe operation of the bicycle;...

  • Page 5: First

    A. Bike fit 1. Is your bike the right size? To check, see Section 3.A. If your bicycle is too large or too small for you, you may lose control and fall. If your new bike is not the right size, ask your dealer to exchange it before you ride it.

  • Page 6: Mechanical Safety Check

    A professional bicycle mechanic with a torque wrench should torque the fasteners on you bicycle. If you choose to work on your own bicycle, you must use a torque wrench and the correct tightening torque specifications from the bicycle or component manufacturer or from your dealer.

  • Page 7: First Ride

    D. First ride When you buckle on your helmet and go for your first familiarization ride on your new bicycle, be sure to pick a controlled environment, away from cars, other cyclists, obstacles or other hazards. Ride to become familiar with the controls, features and performance of your new bike.

  • Page 8: Safety

    • Bright, visible clothing that is not so loose that it can be tangled in the bicycle or snagged by objects at the side of the road or trail. • Protective eyewear, to protect against airborne dirt, dust and bugs — tinted when the sun is bright, clear when it’s not.

  • Page 9: Riding Safety

    9. Never carry a passenger; and, before installing a child carrier or trailer, check with your dealer or the bicycle manufacturer to make sure the bicycle is designed for it. If the bicycle is suitable for a child carrier or trailer, make sure that the carrier or trailer is correctly mounted and the child is secured and wearing an approved helmet.

  • Page 10: Off Road Safety

    Page 8 C. Off Road Safety We recommend that children not ride on rough terrain unless they are accompanied by an adult. 1. The variable conditions and hazards of off-road riding require close attention and specific skills. Start slowly on easier terrain and build up your skills.

  • Page 11: Night Riding

    Bicycle reflectors are designed to pick up and reflect car lights and street lights in a way that may help you to be seen and recognized as a moving bicyclist.

  • Page 12: Extreme, Stunt Or Competition Riding

    • Wear a full face helmet, safety pads and other safety gear • Understand and recognize that the stresses imposed on your bike by this kind of activity may break or damage parts of the bicycle and void the warranty •...

  • Page 13: Changing Components Or Adding Accessories

    1. Diamond frame bicycles Standover height is the basic element of bike fit. It is the distance from the ground to the top of the bicycle’s frame at that point where your crotch is when straddling the bike. To check for correct standover height, straddle the bike while wearing the kind of shoes in which you’ll be riding, and bounce vigorously on your heels.

  • Page 14: Saddle Position

    ”Minimum Insertion” or “Maximum Extension” mark on the seat post. B. Saddle position Correct saddle adjustment is an important factor in getting the most performance and comfort from your bicycle. If the saddle position is not comfortable for you, see your dealer.
  • Page 15 If your bicycle has such a sight hole, use it instead of the “Minimum Insertion” or “Maximum Extension”...

  • Page 16: Handlebar Height And Angle

    Either mistake can lead to a sudden failure of the bolt, causing you to lose control and fall. Note: If your bicycle is equipped with a suspension seat post, the suspension mechanism may require periodic service or maintenance.

  • Page 17: Control Position Adjustments

    Some bicycles are equipped with an adjustable angle stem. If your bicycle has an adjustable angle stem, ask your dealer to show you how to adjust it. Do not attempt to make the adjustment yourself, as changing stem angle may also require adjustments to the bicycle’s controls.

  • Page 18: Brake Reach

    If you don’t know what a through axle is, ask your dealer. If you do not have a bicycle with a through-axle wheel mounting system, it will have wheels secured in one of three ways:...
  • Page 19 Page 17 • A hollow axle with a shaft (“skewer”) running through it which has an adjustable tension nut on one end and an over-center cam on the other (cam action system, fig.8 a & b) • A hollow axle with a shaft (“skewer”) running through it which has a nut on one end and a fitting for a hex key, lock lever or other tightening device on the other (through bolt, fig.

  • Page 20: Secondary Retention Devices

    There are currently two types of over-center cam wheel retention mechanisms: the traditional over-center cam (fig. 8a) and the cam- and-cup system (fig. 8b). Both use an over-center cam action to clamp the bike’s wheel in place. Your bicycle may have a cam-and-cup...

  • Page 21: Removing And Installing Wheels

    The cam-and-cup system on your front wheel will have been correctly adjusted for your bicycle by your dealer. Ask your dealer to check the adjustment every six months. Do not use a cam-and-cup front wheel on any bicycle other than the one for which your dealer adjusted it.
  • Page 22 (2) With the steering fork facing forward, insert the wheel between the fork blades so that the axle seats firmly at the top of the fork dropouts. The cam lever, if there is one, should be on rider’s left side of the bicycle (fig. 8a & b). If your bike has a clip-on type secondary retention device, engage it.
  • Page 23 Page 21 c. Removing a disk brake or rim brake Rear Wheel (1) If you have a multi-speed bike with a derailleur gear system: shift the rear derailleur to high gear (the smallest, outermost rear sprocket). If you have an internal gear rear hub, consult your dealer or the hub manufacturer’s instructions before attempting to remove the rear wheel.

  • Page 24: Seat Post Cam Action Clamp

    Page 22 NOTE: If, on a traditional cam action system, the lever cannot be pushed all the way to a position parallel to the seat stay or chain stay, return the lever to the OPEN position. Then turn the tension adjusting nut counterclockwise one-quarter turn and try tightening the lever again.

  • Page 25: Brakes

    All three can be operated by way of a handlebar mounted lever. On some models of bicycle, the internal hub brake is operated by pedaling backwards.
  • Page 26 2. How brakes work The braking action of a bicycle is a function of the friction between the braking surfaces. To make sure that you have maximum friction available, keep your wheel rims and brake pads or the disk rotor and caliper clean and free of dirt, lubricants, waxes or polishes.

  • Page 27: Shifting Gears

    The way to maintain control on loose or wet surfaces is to go more slowly. D. Shifting gears Your multi-speed bicycle will have a derailleur drivetrain (see 1. below), an internal gear hub drivetrain (see 2. below) or, in some special cases, a combination of the two.
  • Page 28 Page 26 CAUTION: Never move the shifter while pedaling backward, nor pedal backwards immediately after having moved the shifter. This could jam the chain and cause serious damage to the bicycle. b. Shifting the Rear Derailleur The rear derailleur is controlled by the right shifter.
  • Page 29 2. How an internal gear hub drivetrain works If your bicycle has an internal gear hub drivetrain, the gear changing mechanism will consist of: • a 3, 5, 7, 8, 12 speed or possibly an infinitely variable internal gear hub •...

  • Page 30: Pedals

    2. Some bicycles come equipped with pedals that have sharp and potentially dangerous surfaces. These surfaces are designed to add safety by increasing grip between the rider’s shoe and the pedal. If your bicycle has this type of high-performance pedal, you must take extra care to avoid serious injury from the pedals’...

  • Page 31: Bicycle Suspension

    Many bicycles are equipped with suspension systems. There are many different types of suspension systems — too many to deal with individually in this Manual. If your bicycle has a suspension system of any kind, be sure to read and follow the suspension manufacturer’s setup and service instructions.

  • Page 32: Tires And Tubes

    Exceeding the recommended maximum pressure may blow the tire off the rim or damage the wheel rim, which could cause damage to the bike and injury to the rider and bystanders. The best and safest way to inflate a bicycle tire to the correct pressure is with a bicycle pump which has a built-in pressure gauge.
  • Page 33 The Presta valve (fig. 18b) has a narrower diameter and is only found on bicycle tires. To inflate a Presta valve tire 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.

  • Page 34: Service

    It is 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 and possible injury, it is critical that you have any repair or maintenance which is not specifically described in this manual performed by your dealer.
  • Page 35 The bicycle’s warranty is not meant to suggest that the bicycle cannot be broken or will last forever. It only means that the bicycle is covered subject to the terms of the warranty. Please be sure to read Appendix A, Intended Use of your bicycle and Appendix B, The lifespan of your bike and its components, starting on page 41.

  • Page 36: If Your Bicycle Sustains An Impact

    See also Appendix B, Lifespan of your bike and its components. WARNING: A crash or other impact can put extraordinary stress on bicycle components, causing them to fatigue prematurely. Components suffering from stress fatigue can fail suddenly and catastrophically, causing loss of control,...

  • Page 37: Intended Use Of Your Bicycle

    Using your bike the wrong way is dangerous. No one type of bicycle is suited for all purposes. Your retailer can help you pick the “right tool for the job” and help you understand its limitations. There are many types of bicycles and many variations within each type. There are many types of mountain, road, racing, hybrid, touring, cyclocross and tandem bicycles.

  • Page 38: General Purpose Riding

    Page 36 General Purpose Riding CONDITION 2 Bikes designed for riding Condition 1, plus smooth gravel roads and improved trails with moderate grades where the tires do not lose ground contact. INTENDED For paved roads, gravel or dirt roads that are in good condition, and bike paths. NOT INTENDED For off-road or mountain bike use, or for any kind of jumping.

  • Page 39: All Mountain

    Page 37 MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT RIDER LUGGAGE* TOTAL lbs / kg lbs / kg lbs / kg 300 / 136 5 /2.3 305 / 138 * Seat Bag Only Front suspension frames manufactured with original equipment seat stay and dropout rack mounts only 300 / 136 55 / 25...

  • Page 40: Dirt Jump

    Bikes designed for jumping, hucking, high speeds, or aggressive riding on rougher surfaces, or landing on flat surfaces. However, this type of riding is extremely hazardous and puts unpredictable forces on a bicycle which may overload the frame, fork, or parts. If you choose to ride in Condition 5 terrain, you should take appropriate safety precautions such as more frequent bike inspections and replacement of equipment.
  • Page 41 Page 39 INTENDED For man-made dirt jumps, ramps, skate parks other predictable obstacles and terrain where riders need and use skill and bike control, rather than suspension. Dirt Jumping bikes are used much like heavy duty BMX bikes. A Dirt Jumping bike does not give you skills to jump. Read Section 2. F, p. 10. NOT INTENDED For terrain, drop offs or landings where large amounts of suspension travel are needed to help absorb the shock of landing and help maintain control.

  • Page 42: Road Tandems

    Page 40 Road Tandems CONDITION 1 Bikes designed for riding on a paved surface where the tires do not lose ground contact. INTENDED Are designed to be ridden on paved roads only. They are not designed for mountain biking or off-road use. NOT INTENDED Road tandem should not be taken off-road or used as a mountain tandem.

  • Page 43: Appendix B: Lifespan Of Your Bike And Its Components

    We cannot teach you everything you need to know to properly inspect and service your bicycle; and that is why we repeatedly urge you to take your bicycle to your dealer for professional care and attention.
  • Page 44 A. Understanding metals Steel is the traditional material for building bicycle frames. It has good characteristics, but in high performance bicycles, steel has been largely replaced by aluminum and some titanium. The main factor driving this change is interest by cycling enthusiasts in lighter bicycles.
  • Page 45 Aircraft, race cars, motorcycles all have parts with finite fatigue lives. If you wanted a bicycle with an infinite fatigue life, it would weigh far more than any bicycle sold today. So we all make a tradeoff: the wonderful, lightweight performance we want requires that we inspect the structure.
  • Page 46 Fatigue is not a perfectly predictable science, but here are some general factors to help you and your dealer determine how often your bicycle should be inspected. The more you fit the “shorten product life” profile, the more frequent your need to inspect. The more you fit the “lengthen product life”...
  • Page 47 Page 45 WARNING: Do not ride a bicycle or component with any crack, bulge or dent, even a small one. Riding a cracked frame, fork or component could lead to complete failure, with risk of serious injury or death. B. Understanding composites All riders must understand a fundamental reality of composites.
  • Page 48 Either a crack or delamination can cause creaking noises while riding. Think about such a noise as a serious warning signal. A well maintained bicycle will be very quiet and free of creaks and squeaks. Investigate and find the source of any noise. It may not be a crack or delamination, but whatever is causing the noise must be fixed or replaced before riding.
  • Page 49 Original Equipment components Bicycle and component manufacturers tests the fatigue life of the components that are original equipment on your bike. This means that they have met test criteria and have reasonable fatigue life. It does not mean that the original components will last forever. They...

  • Page 50: Appendix C: Coaster Brakes

    1. How the coaster brake works The coaster brake is a sealed mechanism which is a part of the bicycle’s rear wheel hub. The brake is activated by reversing the rotation of the pedal cranks (see fig. 5). Start with the pedal cranks in a nearly horizontal position, with the front pedal in about the 4 o’clock position, and apply downward foot pressure on the pedal that is to the rear.

  • Page 51: Appendix D: Fastener Torque Specifications

    Page 49 Appendix D Fastener Torque Specifications Correct tightening torque of threaded fasteners is very important to your safety. Always tighten fasteners to the correct torque. In case of a conflict between the instructions in this manual and information provided by a component manufacturer, consult with your dealer or the manufacturer’s customer service representative for clarification.

  • Page 52: Flat Repair - Front Tire

    Page 50 6. Flat Repair and Belt Tension The steps outlined below should only be performed by a trained bicycle mechanic. If a bicycle mechanic is not available, make sure to have your work verified by a trained bicycle mechanic.

  • Page 53: Flat Repair - Rear Tire

    Phillips screwdriver for coaster brake arm bolt 10mm wrench for coaster brake arm nut tire levers patch kit or spare tubes compact bicycle pump     1. If the rear wheel goes flat, a. Loosen the Shimano Nexus hub accessory with a 5mm allen wrench. Remove the hub accessory by pulling it straight off (see Figure A).

  • Page 54: Belt Use & Tension

    C. Belt Use & Tension All riders will appreciate the many advantages of the modern belt drive system used on the Priority Bicycle. Not only is it completely maintenance free and non-greasy to the touch, it is also feels a lot smoother and is more silent that a normal chain. The special hi-tech construction of this belt ensures many years of easy, rust-free cycling without the need for maintenance or adjustment.

  • Page 55: Priority Bicycles Warranty And Return Policies

    Priority Bicycles will accept all bicycle returns within 30 days of purchase, assuming the bicycle is returned in like new condition. The buyer is responsible for all return shipping costs. If the bicycle is returned for any reason other than product defect, the buyer is responsible for actual outbound shipping costs as well, hence the refund processed to the customer will be less the actual outbound shipping costs which were incurred by Priority Bicycles to deliver the bicycle to the customer.

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