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GT Ruckus Owner's Manual

GT Ruckus Owner's Manual (108 pages)

Brand: GT | Category: Bicycle | Size: 5.31 MB

Table of Contents

Use of this Manual
3
Table of Contents
4
General Warning

6
- A Special Note for Parents
  6
Section 1. First

7
A Special Note for Parents

7
- Section 1. First
  7
- A Bike Fit
  7
- B Safety First
  7
- C Mechanical Safety Check
  8
- Handlebar and Saddle Alignment
  9
- D First Ride
  10
- Section 2. Safety
  10
- Section 1. First
  10
Section 2. Safety

11
- A the Basics
  11
- B Riding Safety
  12
- C Off-Road Safety
  13
- D Wet Weather Riding
  13
- E Night Riding
  14
- F Extreme, Stunt, or Competition Riding
  15
- G Changing Components Adding Accessories
  16
Section 3. Fit

17
- Section 3. Fit
  17
- A Stand over Height
  17
- B Saddle Position
  18
- Handlebar Height and Angle
  20
- D Control Position Adjustments
  21
- E Brake Reach
  21
- Section 3. Fit
  21
Section 4. Tech

22
- Section 4. Tech
  22
- A Wheels
  22
  - Wheels with Cam Action Systems
    24
  - Removing and Installing Wheels
    25
- B Seat Post Cam Action Clamp
  28
- C Brakes
  29
- Coaster Brakes
  32
- D Shifting Gears
  33
- E Pedals
  35
- F Bicycle Suspension
  36
- G Tires and Tubes
  37
- Tire Valves
  39
- Section 5. Service
  40
Section 5. Service

41
- A Service Intervals
  41
- B if Your Bicycle Sustains an Impact
  43
Section A. Important Safety Info

44
- A Wide Range of Injuries Are Possible
  44
- Bicycles Cannot Protect You
  44
- Bicycling Inherent Risk
  44
- Warning Label
  45
- Riding in Traffic, Commuting
  45
- Riding at Night, Dusk, Dawn
  46
- Refinishing
  47
- Modifications
  47
- Child Carriers
  48
- Bicycles Have Sharp Surfaces
  48
- Bar Ends
  48
- Installing Accessories
  48
- Aerodynamic Handlebars
  49
- About Shimmy
  50
- Toe Clip Overlap
  50
- Tire Size
  51
- Tire & Rim Pressure Compatibility
  51
- How to Check Wheel Rim Wear
  52
- Understanding Disc Brakes on Road Bikes
  52
- Brake Power Modulators
  53
- Aftermarket Brake Systems
  53
- Aftermarket Power Systems
  53
- Section B. Intended Use
  54
Section B. Intended Use

55
Section C. Mountain Bike Riding

63
- Off-Road Riding
  63
- Bike Types
  63
- Inspection and Maintenance Routines
  63
- Suspension
  64
- Jumping
  64
- Stay in Control
  64
- Downhill and Lift-Serviced Riding
  64
- Shifting Gears While Pedaling
  65
- Gravity Freeride and Downhill Riding
  66
- (And Other Xtreme Forms of Riding)
  66
Section D. Inspect for Safety

68
Section E. Maintenance

79
- Day Service
  79
- Cleaning
  79
- Preventing Corrosion
  79
- Lubrication
  80
- Tightening Torques
  80
- Repair/Work Stands
  81
- Protect from Extreme Temperatures
  81
- Riding through Water
  81
- Applying Frame Protection
  82
  - Right Chainstay Plate
    83
  - Chainstay Protector
    83
- Water Bottles
  84
Section F. Limited Warranty

85
- Section F. Limited Warranty
  85
- GT Limited Warranty
  85
- Product Registration
  86
- Serial Number
  86
- GT Authorized Distributors (02/14)
  87
- Info
  87
- Australian Consumer Law (Limited Warranty/Australia)
  89
- Section G. Pre-Ride Checklist
  91
- Appendix
  
  92
  - Cable Detangler
    92
  - Maximum Fork Length
    93
  - Care and Maintenance of Carbon Fiber Seat Posts
    94
  - Care and Maintenance of
    98
    
    Carbon Fiber Forks and Stems
    98
  - Bicycle Racks
    102
  - Using Bicycle Trainers
    104
    
    Trainers: Risks to Children
    104
  - Pegs
    105
Owner Notes/Record

106

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