wheel to make sure that it is centered in the frame and clears the brake pads; then squeeze the brake lever and make sure that the brakes are operating correctly.
c.Removing A Bolt-on Rear Wheel
!WARNING: If your bike is equipped with an internal gear rear hub, do not attempt to remove the rear wheel. The removal and
(1)If your bike has rim brakes, disengage the brake’s
(2)Shift the rear derailleur to high gear (the smallest rear sprocket) and pull the derailleur body back with your right hand.
(3)Using the correct size wrench, loosen the two axle nuts.
(4)Lift the rear wheel off the ground a few inches and, with the derailleur still pulled back, push the wheel forward and down until it comes out of the rear dropouts.
d. Installing A Bolt-on Rear Wheel
(1)Shift the rear derailleur to its outermost position and pull the derailleur body back with your right hand.
(2)Put the chain on to the smallest sprocket. Then, insert the wheel into the frame dropouts and pull it completely in to the dropouts. The axle nut washers should be on the outside, between the frame and the axle nut.
(3)Using the correct size wrench, tighten the axle nuts
enough so that the wheel stays in place; then use a wrench on each nut simultaneously to tighten the nuts to 240 - 300 inch pounds.
(4)Push the rear derailleur back into position.
(5)
lever and make sure that the brakes are operating correctly.
B.Seatpost Quick Release
Some bikes are equipped with a
!WARNING: Riding with an improperly tightened seat post can allow the saddle to turn or move and cause you to lose control and fall. Therefore:
1.Ask your dealer to help you make sure you know how to correctly clamp your seat post.
2.Understand and apply the correct technique for clamping your seat post quick release.
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