Table of Contents

General safety instructions

Intended use – 3 The first miles – 3 Legal requirements – 3 Load capacity – 4 Carrying luggage – 4 Transport in the car – 5

Do not take kids with you – 5 Trailers – 5

Added parts and accessories – 5 Fairings – 5

Replacement of parts – 6 No alteration of parts – 6 Final assembly – 6 Screws and bolts – 6

Adjusting your new bike

Adjusting the leg length – 7 Adjusting the seat position – 11 Adjusting the handlebars – 13 Adjusting the suspension – 16

Handling instructions

Learning the new riding technique – 24 Wear protective clothing – 25

Use cleatless pedals – 25 Slowly increase the strain – 26 Do not ride freehand – 26

How to ride correctly and safely – 26 Quick release levers – 27

Brakes – 28 Gear system – 30 Light system – 31 Prop stand – 32

Maintenance and care

Wear and Tear – 33 Brakes – 33

Gear system – 35 Chain – 36 Chain tubes – 38 Chain roller – 40 Suspension fork – 41

Rear suspension element – 45 Swing arm pivot – 47

Seat – 48

Seat cushion – 49 Water bottle cage – 50 Mudguards – 50 Wheels – 51

Cleaning and conservation – 52 Storing the bicycle – 54 Screws and bolts – 54 Tightening torques for screws – 55

Warranty Pass

Warranty – 56

Warranty Pass – 57

Service Plan – 58

Proofs of service – 62

Revision July 2002. For latest product informa- tion, please check out our website at www.hpvelotechnik.com.All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

HP VELOTECHNIK

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65830 Kriftel / Germany

Tel. ++49 (0) 61 92 - 97 99 2-0

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-HPVelotechnik