Diamondback Single-Speed Bicycle manual

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ask your dealer to show you how to make this adjustment. Use the easiest setting until engaging and disengaging becomes a reflex action, but always make sure that there is sufficient tension to prevent unintended release of your foot from the pedal.

!WARNING: Clipless pedals are intended for use with shoes specifcally made to fit them and are designed to firmly keep the foot engaged with the pedal. Using shoes which do not engage the pedals correctly is dangerous.

Practice is required to learn to engage and disengage the foot safely. Until engaging and disengaging the foot becomes a reflex action, the technique requires concentration which can distract the rider’s attention, causing the rider to lose control and fall. Practice engaging and disengaging clipless pedals in a place where there are no obstacles, hazards or traffic; and be sure to follow the pedal manufacturer’s setup and service instructions. If you do not have the manufacturer’s instructions, see your dealer or contact the manufacturer.

Never do stunt riding with clipless pedals. If you lose control, your foot could remain engaged in the pedal, resulting in serious injury.

D.Bicycle Suspension

Many bicycles are equipped with suspension systems. There are many different types of suspension systems — too many to deal with individually in this Manual. If your bicycle has a suspension system of any kind, be sure to read and follow the suspension manufacturer’s setup and service instructions. If you do not have the manufacturer’s instructions, see your dealer or contact the manufacturer.

!WARNING: Failure to maintain, check and properly adjust the suspension system may result in suspension malfunction, which may cause you to lose control and fall.

If your bike has suspension, the increased speed you may develop also increases your risk of injury. For example, when braking, the front of a suspended bike dips. You could lose control and fall if you do not have experience with this system. Learn to handle your suspension system safely.

See also Section 4.A.

!WARNING: Changing suspension adjustment can change the handling and braking characteristics of your bicycle. Never change suspension adjustment unless you are thoroughly familiar with the suspension system manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations, and always check for changes in the handling and braking characteristics of the bicycle after a suspension adjustment by taking a careful test ride in a hazard-free area.

Suspension can increase control and comfort by allowing the wheels to better follow the terrain. This enhanced capability may allow you to ride faster; but you must not confuse the enhanced capabilities of the bicycle with your own capabilities as a rider. Increasing your skill will take time and practice. Proceed carefully until you have learned to handle the full capabilities of your bike.

!CAUTION: Not all bicycles can be safely retrofitted with some types of suspension systems. Before retrofitting a bicycle with any suspension, check with the bicycle’s manufacturer

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Contents Read it before you take the first ride On your new bicycle For Single-speed bicyclesSpecial note for parents General WarningContents Bike fit Safety firstMechanical Safety Check FirstFirst ride Ask someone with experience to checkRiding Safety SafetyWear safety gear appropriate to the kind of riding Night Riding Wet Weather RidingDownhill, Stunt or Competition Biking Bicycling in TrafficFit Changing Components or Adding AccessoriesSaddle position Standover heightHandlebar height and angle Brake reach TechBrakes Hand Brakes How hand brakes work Adjusting your coaster brakeMechanical Safety Check, have your dealer check the brakes Removing a Bolt‑On Front Wheel Wheels Front Wheel Secondary Retention DevicesInstalling a Bolt‑On Rear Wheel with Hand Brake Installing a Bolt‑On Front WheelRemoving a Bolt‑On Rear Wheel with Hand Brake Removing a Bolt‑On Rear Wheel with Coaster Brake Installing a Bolt‑On Rear Wheel with Coaster BrakePedals Page Page Tire Valves ServiceBefore every ride Mechanical Safety Check Service IntervalsIf your bicycle sustains an impact Turning Without Warning Appendix aLessons Driveway RideoutSummary Following the LeaderAppendix B Page Appendix C Installing a Quick Release Front Wheel Removing a Quick Release Rear Wheel Seatpost Quick Release Raleigh America, Inc. Bicycle Limited Warranty