Apollo Radius manual Part 4 Bicycle Care & Servicing

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PART 4 - BICYCLE CARE & SERVICING

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BICYCLE CARE

Basic maintenance

To keep your bicycle in prime condition follow the recommendations listed below.

Painted frames should be dusted and any loose dirt dislodged with a dry cloth. Clean by wiping with a damp cloth soaked in a mild detergent mixture. Use a cloth to dry and polish with car or furniture wax. Plastic parts and rubber tyres should be cleaned with soap and water. Wipe a rust preventative fluid over chrome plated bikes.

All moving parts should be habitually cleaned and lubricated, and components secured and adjusted as needed. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for further details)

Apply touch up paint or clear nail varnish to any areas where the paint has become scratched or clipped to the metal. This will help prevent rusting.

The potential for rusting is limited by the use of alloy components and B.E.D (black electronic deposit) treated steel rims.

To avoid rapid bearing deterioration the hub and bottom bracket bearings need to be removed and re-greased if the bicycle has been submerged in water.

Avoid cycling in the rain or exposure to corrosive materials, such as the salt from riding on the beach, as much as possible. If unavoidable, wash and dry your bicycle often and wipe or spray all unpainted parts with an anti-rust treatment. Dry the wheel rims so braking performance is not hindered.

Storage

Protect your bicycle from the elements by storing it in a dry, shady location. Prolonged ultra violet light exposure may cause the paint to fade or the rubber and plastic parts to crack.

The bicycle should be cleaned, lubricated and the frame waxed if it is to be stored for any length of time. Deflate the tyres to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. Store away from electric motors as ozone emissions may damage the rubber and paint. Do not cover with plastic as rusting may occur due to “sweating.”

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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 Warranty Inside Front Cover Comprehensive MaintenanceBefore You Ride Pages 8 Contact Addresses Back CoverSchedule Service Checklist Correct Frame SizeRiding Position 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 Try to avoid where possible Charge batteries if battery powered lightsAre to be used. Check wiring connections For dynamo powered lightsUpdated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Gears HOW to Operate Derailleur Gears Derailleur gears are the most common typeTo the rider 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 To properly re-adjust the bearing cones Hub LubricationTake the wheel out of the frame 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 Saddle and Seat Post InspectionFrame 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 Turn the adjusting screw marked ‘L’ until Chainring and the largest rear sprocketLoosen off the control cable fixing bolt Reflectors To increase visibilityAccessories Child Safety Carrier GlovesClean blocks and rim Slipping chainBrake blocks worn Replace brake blocks They squeal/squeak Replace bottom bracket orRe-true if possible, or replace Part 6 PURCHASE DETAILS