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Freewheel
Guide Pulley
Outer side of Top Gear
Pulley Adjustment Screw
Adjustment
Screws
Derailleur
Although the front and rear derailleurs are initially adjusted at the factory, you will need to inspect and readjust both before riding the bicycle.
Rear Derailleur
Begin by shifting the rear shifter to largest number indicated, disconnect the cable from the rear derailleur cable anchor bolt, and place the chain on the smallest sprocket.
Adjust the High limit screw so the guide pulley and the smallest sprocket are lined up vertically. Reconnect the cable, pull out any slack, and retighten the anchor bolt securely. Shift through the gears, making sure each gear achieved is done quietly and without hesitation. If necessary, use the barrel adjuster to fine tune each gear by turning it the direction you want the chain to go. For example, turning clockwise will loos-
Tension Pulley | SIS Cable Adjuster |
High Gear
Adjustment Screw
Low Gear | H |
Adjustment |
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Screw | L |
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Barrel |
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Adjuster |
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Rear Derailleur Side View
en the cable tension and move the chain away from the wheel, while turning
tension and direct the chain towards the wheel. Shift the rear shifter to the gear one and place the chain on the largest cog. Adjust the Low limit screw in quarter turn increments until the guide pulley and the largest cog are aligned vertically. Again, shift through each gear several times, checking that each gear is achieved smoothly. It may take several attempts before the rear derailleur and cable is adjusted properly.
Ensure all bolts are secured tightly and the chain does not fall off in either direction.
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