Pacific Cycle HF3305 manual Dual Suspension

Spring

Spring plate

Anchor bolt

Adjusting plate

Piston

Dual Suspension

Dual Suspension bikes (DS) are equipped with a front fork as well as a rear suspension generally located below the seat. The piston works in conjunction with a spring to allow the bike to rotate on a pivot point. Ensure all attaching hardware is secured and there is no lateral movement of the rear triangle. The amount of Rear Suspension travel can be adjusted by turning the adjusting plate. Clockwise will increase spring tension and decrease travel, while turning counter-clockwise will decrease spring tension and increase travel. There are many different types of suspension systems-too many to deal with individually in this manual.

There must be enough tension on the spring to hold the spring plate in place. Failure to do this may cause the mechanism to fail. Failure to maintain, check and properly adjust the suspension system may result in suspension malfunction, which can cause you to lose control and fall. Changing suspension adjustment can change the handling and braking characteristics of you bicycle. Never change suspension adjustment unless you are thoroughly familiar with the suspen- sion system, manufacturer’s instructions and recom- mendations, and always check for changes in the performance of your bicycle by taking a careful test ride in a hazard free area. If your bike has suspen- sion equipment, the increased speed you may develop also increases your risk. When braking, the front of a suspended bike dips. You could lose control and fall if your skill is not up to handling this system. Get to know how to handle your suspension system safely

before trying any downhill or very fast biking.

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