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Problem

 

Possible Reason

 

Possible Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grinding noise when

 

Pedal bearings too tight

 

Adjust bearings

 

 

pedalling

 

Bottom bracket bearings too

 

Adjust bearings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

tight

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chain fouling derailleurs

 

Adjust chain line

 

 

 

 

Derailleur jockey wheels

 

Clean and oil jockey wheels

 

 

 

 

dirty/binding

 

 

 

 

Chain jumping off

 

Chainring out of true

 

Re-true if possible, or replace

 

 

chainwheel sprocket

 

Chainring loose

 

Secure mounting bolts

 

 

or chainring

 

Chainring teeth bent or

 

Repair or replace chainring/

 

 

 

 

broken

 

set

 

 

 

 

Rear to front derailleur

 

Alter derailleur travel

 

 

 

 

side-to-side travel out of

 

 

 

 

 

 

adjustment

 

 

 

 

Freewheel does not

 

Freewheel internal pawl pins

 

Lubricate. If problem

 

 

freewheel

 

are jammed

 

persists, replace freewheel

 

 

Incorrect gear shifting

 

Derailleur cables sticking/

 

Lubricate/tighten/replace

 

 

 

 

stretched/damaged

 

cables

 

 

 

 

Front or rear derailleur not

 

Alter derailleurs

 

 

 

 

adjusted properly

 

 

 

 

 

 

Indexed shifting not adjusted

 

Alter indexing

 

 

 

 

properly

 

 

 

 

Steering not accurate

 

Wheels not aligned in frame

 

Align wheels correctly

 

 

 

 

Headset loose or binding

 

Adjust/secure headset

 

 

 

 

Front forks or frame bent

 

Consult bicycle mechanic for

 

 

 

 

 

 

frame realignment

 

 

Knocking from rear end of

 

Broken suspension mount

 

repair/replace frame

 

 

suspension model

 

Worn suspension bushing

 

Replace worn components

 

 

Suspension dampers binding

 

Loss of internal fluid

 

Lubricate as necessary

 

 

 

 

Internal rust

 

Disassemble damper and

 

 

 

 

 

 

replace affected parts

 

 

 

 

Damaged internal parts

 

Consult professional bicycle

 

 

 

 

 

 

mechanic

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Updated 23/05/07

RAOM0507

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

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Contents Page Page Congratulations Comprehensive Maintenance Warranty Inside Front CoverBefore You Ride Pages 8 Contact Addresses Back CoverCorrect Frame Size Schedule Service ChecklistRiding Position Schedule LubricationIdentifacation Gear Control Cable Chainwheel Crash Pad Handlebar Stem Handlebar Grip Brake Control Cable Frame Size Part 3 Before YOU RideApprox Wheel Suggested Saddle Height Riding PositionUpdated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Safety Checklist Updated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Helmets Riding Safely Charge batteries if battery powered lights Try to avoid where possibleAre to be used. Check wiring connections For dynamo powered lightsUpdated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Derailleur Gears Derailleur gears are the most common type Gears HOW to OperateTo the rider Hand Grip Shifters Below Bar Shifters Dual Control ShiftersRecommended Chainwheel/Rear Sprocket Gear Combinations Left Rapid Fire Shifters Bicycle Care Part 4 Bicycle Care & ServicingHigh Security using a U Lock Frequency Component Lubricate How to Lubricate Frequency Task Reference Schedule 2 Service ChecklistComponent Torque Wheels and Tyres Part 5 Comprehensive MaintenanceBMX MTB Updated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 RAOM0507 Correct Quick Release Axle Setting Hub Lubrication To properly re-adjust the bearing conesTake the wheel out of the frame Hub to expose the ball bearingsHow To Repair a Flat Tyre Schraeder is a registered Trademark Steering System Fork Rear wheel hub Single Allen key or hexagonal boltBicycle Suspension ‘Ahead Set’ Type Assemblies Headset InspectionUpdated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Rotor Headset Saddle and Seat Post InspectionFrame RAOM0507 Foot Controlled Brakes BrakesLubrication calliper brakes Adjustment Sidepull Callipers39mm or more 5mm Allen Key Updated 23/05/07 RAOM0507 Brake Shoe Replacement Correct Pedal Attachment DrivetrainBicycle and falling Lubrication and Adjustment Crank arms This system requires more detailed servicingOne 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 To increase visibility ReflectorsAccessories Gloves Child Safety CarrierSlipping chain Clean blocks and rimBrake blocks worn Replace brake blocks They squeal/squeak Replace bottom bracket orRe-true if possible, or replace Part 6 PURCHASE DETAILS