Apollo Radius manual Part 3 Before YOU Ride, Frame Size

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PART 3 - BEFORE YOU RIDE

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FRAME SIZE

Choosing the appropriate frame and wheel size is imperative when purchasing a new bicycle. For safe riding the size of your bicycle should properly match your build. In the case of children, a bike should never be bought with aim of “growing into it”. Riding the appropriate sized bicycle enables the child to develop confidence, as they have the necessary co-ordination to control the bicycle. To accommodate the vast array of height and size variables in children, even within the same age groups, juvenile bicycles come in different wheel sizes and frame styles to best suit the rider’s size.

Ladies and gents’ bicycles are also available in a variety of frame sizes. Sizing is based on the distance between the centre of the bottom bracket and the top of the frame seat tube.

Female riders should take into account the slope of the top tube to determine frame size suitability.

WARNING:

For safe riding your bicycle should match your size correctly, otherwise you may loose control and fall. Ideally there should be a minimum clearance of 25mm between the crotch of the intended rider and the top frame tube of the bike, while the rider straddles the bicycle with both feet flat on the ground.

Clearance over the top of the frame ensures that the rider can safely stand astride the bike when forced out of the saddle, such as stopping at traffic lights. Clearance heights vary according to rider preference and between the different bicycle models.

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Apollo Bicycle Company Pty. Ltd. ABN: 60 001 914 469

Updated 23/05/07

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Contents Page Page Congratulations Before You Ride Pages 8 Warranty Inside Front CoverComprehensive Maintenance Contact Addresses Back CoverRiding Position Schedule Service ChecklistCorrect Frame Size Schedule LubricationIdentifacation Gear Control Cable Chainwheel Crash Pad Handlebar Stem Handlebar Grip Brake Control Cable Part 3 Before YOU Ride Frame SizeApprox Wheel Suggested Riding Position Saddle HeightUpdated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Safety Checklist Updated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Helmets Riding Safely Are to be used. Check wiring connections Try to avoid where possibleCharge batteries if battery powered lights For dynamo powered lightsUpdated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 To the rider Gears HOW to OperateDerailleur Gears Derailleur gears are the most common type Hand Grip Shifters Below Bar Shifters Dual Control ShiftersRecommended Chainwheel/Rear Sprocket Gear Combinations Left Rapid Fire Shifters Part 4 Bicycle Care & Servicing Bicycle CareHigh Security using a U Lock Frequency Component Lubricate How to Lubricate Schedule 2 Service Checklist Frequency Task ReferenceComponent Torque Part 5 Comprehensive Maintenance Wheels and TyresBMX MTB Updated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 RAOM0507 Correct Quick Release Axle Setting Take the wheel out of the frame To properly re-adjust the bearing conesHub Lubrication Hub to expose the ball bearingsHow To Repair a Flat Tyre Schraeder is a registered Trademark Steering System Rear wheel hub Single Allen key or hexagonal bolt ForkBicycle Suspension Headset Inspection ‘Ahead Set’ Type AssembliesUpdated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Rotor Headset Inspection Saddle and Seat PostFrame RAOM0507 Brakes Foot Controlled BrakesAdjustment Sidepull Callipers Lubrication calliper brakes39mm or more 5mm Allen Key Updated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Brake Shoe Replacement Drivetrain Correct Pedal AttachmentBicycle and falling Lubrication and Adjustment This system requires more detailed servicing Crank armsOne Piece Crank Assembly Use a coin or a screwdriver to remove the dust cap Screw in the removal tool Turn the screwbolt clockwise Front Chainwheel Rear Sprocket Pull Up Straightedge 12mm Updated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 RAOM0507 Derailleur Systems Or whenever new cables are fitted Adjustment Rear Derailleur To adjust low gear Chainring and the largest rear sprocket Turn the adjusting screw marked ‘L’ untilLoosen off the control cable fixing bolt Reflectors To increase visibilityAccessories Child Safety Carrier GlovesBrake blocks worn Replace brake blocks They squeal/squeak Clean blocks and rimSlipping chain Replace bottom bracket orRe-true if possible, or replace Part 6 PURCHASE DETAILS