4. Tech
It is important to your safety, performance and enjoyment to understand how things work on your bicycle. If you have even the slightest doubt as to whether you understand something in this section of the Manual, talk to your dealer.
A. Wheels
WARNING: Riding with improperly adjusted wheels can cause the wheel to wobble or disengage from the bicycle, causing serious injury or death to the rider therefore it is essential you consult your dealer to insure you understand how to install and remove your wheels correctly.
The Revive is fitted with Bolt on wheels, do not attempt to remove the rear wheel if you have a hub gear fitted otherwise consult your dealer when it is appropriate to remove the wheels.
Removing and Installing Bolt on Wheels:
a. Removing a
1)Disengage your rim brakes quick release mechanism to open clearance between the wheel rim and the brake pads (see Section 4.C, figs. E through I).
(2)Using a correct size wrench, loosen the two axle nuts.(FIG. D)
(3)If your front fork has a
(4) Raise the front wheel a few inches off the ground and tap the top of the wheel with the palm of your hand to knock the | FIG. D |
wheel out of the fork ends. |
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b. Installing a Bolt-On Front Wheel
(1)With the steering fork facing forward, insert the wheel between the fork blades so that the axle seats firmly at the top of the slots which are at the tips of the fork blades. The axle nut washers should be on the outside, between the fork blade and the axle nut. If your bike has a
(2)While pushing the wheel firmly to the top of the slots in the fork dropouts, and at the same time centering the wheel rim in the fork, use the correct size wrench to tighten the axle nuts as tight as you can.
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