Cerv'elo multi-speed racing bicycles Owner's Manual

1Cervélo Owner’s Manual OWNER’S MANUAL For multi–speed racing bicycles

6Cervélo Owner’s Manual 3. Look ahead, and be ready to avoid:• Vehicles slowing or turning, entering the road or your lane ahead of you, or coming up

7Cervélo Owner’s Manual C. Wet Weather Riding WARNING: Wet weather impairs traction, braking and visibility, both for the bicyclist and for other veh

8Cervélo Owner’s Manual While riding at dawn, at dusk or at night: • Ride slowly. • Avoid dark areas and areas of heavy or fast-moving traffic. •

9Cervélo Owner’s Manual remember that your weight is positioned further forward than normal, with more weight on the front wheel. Caution should be ex

10Cervélo Owner’s Manual additional performance fitting requirements, please consult with your dealer. WARNING: If your bicycle does not fit properly

11Cervélo Owner’s Manual 4), the seat post may break, which could cause you to lose control and fall. Note that some seatposts also have a second inse

12Cervélo Owner’s Manual saddle adjustment or a different saddle. C. Handlebar Height and Angle Your bike is equipped with a “threadless” stem, which

13Cervélo Owner’s Manual 4. TECHNICAL It’s important to your safety, performance and enjoyment to understand how things work on your bicycle. We urge

14Cervélo Owner’s Manual which can cause serious injury or death. Therefore, it is essential that you: 1. Ask your dealer to help you make sure you kn

15Cervélo Owner’s Manual device. As its name implies, it serves as a back-up for a critical adjustment. If the quick release is not adjusted correctly

16Cervélo Owner’s Manual until it comes out of the rear dropouts. d. Installing a Quick Release Rear Wheel (1) Make sure that the rear derailleur is s

17Cervélo Owner’s Manual The rear wheel must be secured to the bicycle frame with sufficient force so that it cannot be pulled forward by the chain, e

18Cervélo Owner’s Manual make sure that you have maximum friction available, keep your wheel rims and brake pads clean and free of dirt, lubricants,

19Cervélo Owner’s Manual There are several different types and styles of shifting controls: levers, twist grips, triggers, combination shift/brake con

20Cervélo Owner’s Manual d. Which gear should I be in? The combination of largest rear and smallest front gears (fig. 10) is for the steepest hills. T

21Cervélo Owner’s Manual 2. Some bicycles come equipped with pedals that have sharp and potentially dangerous surfaces. These surfaces are designed to

22Cervélo Owner’s Manual F. Tires and Tubes 1. Tires Bicycle tires are available in many designs and specifications, ranging from general-purpose des

23Cervélo Owner’s Manual tread pattern is designed to work better in one direction than in the other. The sidewall marking of a unidirectional tire wi

24Cervélo Owner’s Manual G. Tightening of Fasteners Your Cervélo bicycle is equipped with precision components which require precise adjustment and c

25Cervélo Owner’s Manual • Round Road Seatposts (R3, R5, Rca) - refer to seatpost manufacturer’s instructions• Seattube collar: • Carbon T

Cervélo Owner’s Manual Cervélo Owner’s ManualFor multi-speed racing bicycles IMPORTANT: This manual contains important safety, performance and service

26Cervélo Owner’s Manual owner, and require no special tools or knowledge beyond what is presented in this manual. The following are examples of the t

27Cervélo Owner’s Manual • Check to make sure that all parts and accessories are still secure, and tighten any which are not. • Check the frame, parti

28Cervélo Owner’s Manual WARNING: Failure to select and properly install suitable, genuine replacement parts may lead to unforeseen changes in the s

29Cervélo Owner’s Manual WARNING: Frequent inspection of your bike is important to your safety. Follow the Mechanical Safety Check in Section 1.C of

30Cervélo Owner’s Manual components is irrelevant to what happens to your body. What should you expect from your metal frame? It depends on many comp

31Cervélo Owner’s Manual • CORROSION SPEEDS DAMAGE. Cracks grow more quickly when they are in a corrosive environment. Think about the corrosive solu

32Cervélo Owner’s Manual Factors that lengthen product life: • Smooth, fluid riding style • No “hits,” crashes, jumps, other “shots” to bike • Low mil

33Cervélo Owner’s Manual If You Hit Something Or Have A Crash, What Can You Expect From Your Carbon Fiber Bike? Let’s say you hit a curb, ditch, rock,

34Cervélo Owner’s Manual bicycle will be very quiet and free of creaks and squeaks. Investigate and find the source of any noise. It may not be a crac

Cervélo Owner’s Manual CONTENTS GENERAL WARNING A special note to parents ... 11. FirstA. Bike Fit ...

1Cervélo Owner’s Manual GENERAL WARNING: Like any sport, bicycling involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume the r

2Cervélo Owner’s Manual 1. FIRST NOTE: We strongly urge you to read this Manual in its entirety before your first ride. At the very least, read and ma

3Cervélo Owner’s Manual C. Mechanical Safety Check Routinely check the condition of your bicycle before every ride. Nuts, bolts screws & other fas

4Cervélo Owner’s Manual need adjustment. Do not ride the bike until the brakes are properly adjusted by a professional bicycle mechanic. Quick Release

5Cervélo Owner’s Manual Check out the handling and response of the bike; and check the comfort. If you have any questions, or if you feel anything abo