DESTRO STEALTH ELITE BMX Manuel utilisateur
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Bicycle User Guide Page 1
Introduction Page 2
Size Chart Page 3
Components Page 4
Assembly Page 5 - 8
Handlebar & Stem Page 5
Saddle, Seat-post & Front Rim Page 6
Pedals, Chain, & Brake Page 7
Peg/s Page 8
Release of Liability Page 8
Safety First Page 9-16
Safety First Checklist Page 9
Mechanical Safety Check Page 10-11
The Basics Page 12-14
Wet Weather Riding Page 14
Night Riding Page 14-15
Safety Tips Page 16
Changing Components or Adding Accessories Page 16
First Ride Page 17
Service Intervals Page 17-19
The Lifespan of your Bike & it's Components Page 19
WARRANTY Page 20
BICYCLE USERS GUIDE
IMPORTANT: This manual contains important safety, performance, and
service information. Please read it before taking the first ride on your new
bicycle, and keep it for reference.
Additional safety, performance, and service information for specific
components such as suspension or pedals on your bicycle or
accessories such as helmets or lights that you purchase may also be
available. Make sure that your dealer has given you all the
manufacturers' literature with your bicycle and accessories.
If you have any questions or do not understand something, take
responsibility for your safety and consult with your dealer or the bicycle's
manufacturer (ISD Distribution).
NOTE: This manual is not intended as a comprehensive use, service, repair, or
maintenance manual. Please see your dealer for all service, repairs, or maintenance.
Your dealer may also be able to refer you to classes, clinics, or books on bicycle use,
service, repair, or maintenance.
GENERAL WARNING: Like any sport, bicycling involves the risk of
injury and damage. By choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume the
responsibility for that risk, so you need to know - and practice - the rules
of safe and responsible riding and proper use and maintenance. Proper
use and maintenance of your bicycle reduce the risk of injury.
This guide contains many "Warnings" and "Cautions" concerning the
consequences of failure to maintain or inspect your bicycle and for failure
to follow safe cycling practices.
Many of the Warnings and Cautions say, "you may lose control and fall."
However, because any fall can result in severe injury or even death, we
do not always repeat the warning of possible injury or death. It is
impossible to anticipate every situation or condition which can occur
while riding. Therefore, this guide makes no representation about the
safe use of the bicycle under all conditions. There are risks associated
with the help of any bicycle that cannot be predicted or avoided and are
the rider's sole responsibility.
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INTRODUCTION
The following pages will provide you with the information you need to properly
use, adjust, maintain and service your new bike so that you can get the most
out of every ride.
It is essential that you read this owner's manual thoroughly before riding your
bicycle. We know you're anxious, but trust us, it will only take a few minutes,
and then you can unleash the full potential of your bicycle.
Please pay special attention to the safety information and cautions located
throughout this owner's manual, as they are in place to help you avoid serious
injury. If you encounter any issues with your bicycle that isn't covered in this
guide, please contact your nearest Authorized Dealer. As your number one
resource, your Elite BMX Co. Dealer can answer questions, perform required
maintenance, recommend the best equipment and gear to compliment your
ride, and provide a completely customized bike fit.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS: Please, make sure the bicycle is
appropriately fitted to the child and keep the bike in operating condition
(maintenance). Teach and help the child understand the operation of the
bicycle and go over the bicycle and traffic laws. Therefore, as a parent, you
should read this manual, as well as review its warnings and the bicycle's
functions and operating procedures with your child before letting your child
ride the bicycle. As a parent or guardian, you are responsible for the activities
and safety of your child.
WARNING: Make sure that your child always wears an approved bicycle
helmet when riding, but also make sure that your child understands that a
bicycle helmet is for bicycling only and must be removed when not riding. A
helmet must not be worn while playing, in play areas, on playground
equipment, while climbing trees, or at any time while not riding a bicycle.
Failure to follow this warning could result in severe injury or death.
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SIZE CHART
THE LENGTH OF THE TOP TUBE IS WHAT ALL BMX BIKES ARE
MEASURED BY. USE THIS HANDY CHART BELOW TO ENSURE
YOU GET THE CORRECT SIZE.
16” BIKE SIZE: Suitable Height -3ft to 3ft 6"
18” BIKE SIZE: Suitable Height -3ft 4" to 4ft 4"
20” BIKE SIZE: Suitable Height - 4ft to 5ft 6”
26" BIKE SIZE: Suitable Height - 4ft 2" to 5ft 10"
FOR THE BEST FIT CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BIKE SHOP OR AUTHORIZED
DEALER.
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COMPONENTS
PART ASSEMBLY LIST
13. Brakes
14. Handlebar
15. Grips
16. Stem
17. Seat Post
18. Saddle
19. Pedals
1. Frame
2. Fork
3. Headset
4. Crankset
5. BB Set
6. Front Hub
7. Rear Hub
8. Cog/Freewheel
9. Chain
10. Spokes
11. Rim
12. Tires
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ASSEMBLY
INTRODUCTION: This guide has been written to guide you through the additional
steps necessary to complete the assembly of your bike. These instructions are to
be used as a guide only.
The following instructions will guide you through:
Tools Required
Unpacking the bike
Assembling the handlebar
Inserting the handlebar assembly
Installing the saddle and seat post
Installing the front wheels
Installing and adjusting the brakes
Installing the pedals
If you are not confident in assembling this unit, refer to your authorized dealer
or professional bicycle mechanic.
TOOLS NEEDED: These standard tools can be found in your household. However, if
you do not have the proper tools, stop and head to your local bike shop.
UNPACKING THE BIKE: Remove all the packaging from your bike. Cut the Zip Ties
with scissors or wire cutters to prevent scratching of the frame and components.
Inspect the bike and all the included parts to make sure there are no damaged or
missing parts.
HANDLEBAR AND STEM: Using an Allen Wrench, remove the screws on the front
of the stem and take the stem face cover off. Place your handlebar centered into the
stem and install the stem cover and the bolts back on. Position the handlebar so they
are comfortable for the rider. Tighten the screws securely and evenly.
Air Pump (Schrader Valve)
Socket Wrench w/Extension 15 & 17mm
Cable Cutters or Scissors
Open-end or Adjustable Wrench
10mm & 15mm
Pedal Wrench 15mm
5mm & 6mm Allen Wrenches
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To test the tightness of the stem Handlebar: Straddle the front wheel between
your legs. Try to turn the front wheel by turning the handlebar. If the handlebar and
stem turn without turning the front wheel, realign the stem with the front wheel and
tighten the stem bolts by the fork steering tighter than before. Do this step again
until the stem and bars do not turn without turning the front wheel. Hold the bicycle
stationary and try to move the ends of the handlebar up and down, forward and
back. If the handlebar moves, loosen the bolts from the handlebar clamp. Put the
handlebar in the correct position and tighten the bolts of the handlebar clamp tighter
than before. Since the handlebar clamp has more than one bolt, you need to tighten
the bolts equally. Do this test again until the handlebar does not move. Do not
exceed 100lbs of force when testing the handlebars.
SADDLE AND POST-INSTALLATION: Loosen the seat post clamp. If your bike
has a quick-release lever, rotate the quick-release clamp until it is fully open. If your
bike has a nutted seat post clamp, use a wrench (or Allen key if appropriate) to
loosen the clamp. Place the seat post into the frame and slide it down to the desired
height, ensuring the minimum insertion mark cannot be seen. Ensure the saddle is
aligned with the frame and set at the correct angle for comfortable cycling. Our
bicycles come with the pre-assembled seat to seat post so make sure it is aligned
to your desire. To align the saddle, stand over the bike and align the saddle's nose
to run parallel with the top tube of the frame.
Testing the Seat Clamp: If the seat post moves in the seat tube, loosen the clamp
screw. Then, put the seat in the correct position and tighten the screw tighter than
before. Do this test again till the seat post does not move.
WARNING: If your seat post is not inserted in the seat tube so that the
Minimum Insertion Mark cannot be seen, the seat post may break, which
could cause you to lose control.
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ASSEMBLE THE FRONT WHEEL: Suppose you do not have a proper bicycle
stand. Turn the bike over so that it sits on the saddle and handlebars. Remove the
small plastic rod from between the fork ends. Your bicycle will come with either a
nutted front wheel or a front wheel with a quick-release mechanism. Place the front
wheel in the front fork dropout slots and ensure the wheel fits correctly. Ensure that
the fork dropout sits in between the lock washer and the cone nut. If your bicycle
has tabbed lock washers, ensure that the locking tabs are correctly mounted into
the holes in the forks. Then fully tighten both nuts and secure the wheel sits straight
in the forks. Ensure the wheel spins freely without contacting the fork.
WARNING: Failure to obey these steps can allow the front wheel to loosen
while riding. This can cause injury to the rider and others.
PEDALS INSTALLATION:The pedals are marked as either Right or Left, R or L.
The pedals will be marked on the end of the pedal spindle and possibly also by a
decal on the pedal body. The right-hand side of the bike is the chain-wheel side of
the bike. Insert the Right Pedal into the Right pedal arm and turn the thread
clockwise. Tighten with a 15mm wrench. Insert the Left Pedal into the Left pedal
arm, turn the thread counterclockwise, and tighten with a 15mm wrench. Although a
pedal wrench is preferred when installing pedals, an open-end wrench can also be
used. Ensure pedals are secure in crank arms so they will not loosen and
periodically check tightness.
WARNING: Incorrect attachment of the pedal into the crank arm can strip the
thread from the pedal spindle or the threads in the crank arm and cause
irreparable damage.
CHAIN ADJUSTMENTS: The chain must be at the correct tightness. If too tight,
the bicycle will be difficult to pedal. If too loose, the chain can come off the
sprockets. When the chain is at the correct tightness, you can rotate the crank
freely and pull it no more than half an inch away from a straightedge, as shown. To
adjust the chain, loosen the axle nuts, so they are hand tight. Next, turn the adjuster
chain tensioner with the Allen wrench so that the chain is the correct tightness.
Finally, hold the wheel in position and tighten both axle nuts to 21 ft-lbs when the
chain is tightened correctly.
WARNING: Do not attempt chain repairs. If there is a problem with the chain,
have your authorized dealer make the repairs.
Brake System Setup: You must adjust the front brakes before you ride the bicycle.
Start by aligning the brake pads in the correct position by loosening each screw on
the brake pad with your Allen wrench. Adjust each brake pad, so it's flat against the
rim and aligned with the curb of the rim. Make sure it does not rub on the tire. Hold
each brake pad in position and tighten the screw. Loosen the cable nut to lose, then
squeeze the brake arms so the pads come in contact with the rim. Pull the brake
cable tight, tighten the cable nut, and adjust it, so the pads have clearance with the
wheel. Ensure the brake lever is not loose and fully inserted into the adjustment
housing at the caliper and hand lever..
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INSTALLING THE PEGS: Not all models carry both sets of Pegs; some
may ONLY have the rear set.
* 3/8" Front Rim Axle size - use a 15mm socket to remove Axle Nut.
* 14mm Rear Rim Axle size - use a 17mm socket to remove Axle Nut.
1. Start by removing the rear axle nut (14mm). Then, thread the nut
counterclockwise until it is entirely off the axle. Also, remove any washers
that were between the axle nut and the frame or fork.
2. Slide the peg over the end of the axle. Put your axle nut at the end of the
deep well socket and insert it at the end of the peg. Thread the axle nut
clockwise onto the axle but do not tighten completely.
If your bicycle came with front pegs, repeat the process, but use the 15mm
socket.
Thank you for buying an Elite BMX!
We're proud to be your brand of choice.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY: Bicycle riding is a hazardous sport and activity.
Therefore, this bicycle bought from IS Distribution or any of its authorized bicycle
dealers or distributors is understood to be the consumer's sole responsibility and
legal liability.
The consumer and purchaser of this branded bicycle or product understand and
acknowledge that bicycle riding may cause injury or death due to regular use,
abuse, poorly maintained equipment, stunt riding, road terrain, or accidents. I
hereby release IS Distribution, its owners, affiliates, and employees from all legal
liability from injury, property damage, and death to myself or my minor children
resulting from the assembly, maintenance, or use (as stated above of any such
equipment. I agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless IS Distribution for and
from any injury to another person (s or property which I may cause as a result of
engaging in the activity of riding a bicycle from this distributor.
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