Race Face RIDE Kurzanleitung

90mm Min. Insertion Line
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
We strongly recommend that you have a professional bike shop install and service your Race Face components. Improper assembly and/or adjustment
will significantly compromise the strength and life span of this component. If you choose to install the component yourself, please follow the
installation instructions carefully. Note: The rider assumes all risks upon installation and use of
TOOLS REQUIRED:
- 5mm allen key
- in-lbs/ Nm Torque wrench
- Waterproof Grease
USAGE:
The RIDE seatpost are intended for XC and Road applications only. Using this post for any type of riding other than road (ie: Downhill, Freeride, Dirt
Jumps, Urban, Trials etc.) not only voids the warranty but is dangerous and could result in serious injury or death.Please use common sense in
regards to the life expectancy of your seatpost. Factors such as rider weight, riding style, riding frequency, etc. will result in differing seatpost life.
INSPECTION AND PREPARATION:
1. Before installation, check the seatpost diameter size markings on the seatpost tube and the frame manufacturer's specifications to confirm that
your new Race Face Ride seatpost is the correct diameter. An improper fit can result in premature failure of the seatpost or bicycle frame. If you have
any questions or are unsure, contact your Race Face dealer.
2. The Ride seatposts are designed to work only with saddles with 7mm and 8mm rails. Do not use saddles with larger rail sizes. They will not clamp
properly and could result in failure or separation of the seat from the post.
3. Clean any dirt, grease, etc. out of the inside of the frame's seat tube and inspect for burrs around the top edge of the seat tube, the seat collar slot,
inside the frame at the top tube junction, and in the case of interrupted seat tubes, at the bottom of the seat tube. Sharp burrs can gouge the surface
of the seatpost tube, potentially leading to pre-mature failure.
4. For the Ride seatposts, apply a generous film of grease to the inside of the frame's seat tube. This will prevent corrosion and galling which can
cause a seatpost to seize in the frame over time.
CUTTING SEAT TUBE LENGTH: ALUMINUM SEATPOST TUBES
The Ride seatposts are designed to be cut at any length, and doing so will NOT void the warranty. It is recommended that a good quality hack saw be
used to cut the tube. A bicycle steer tube cutting guide is useful for ensuring a straight cut. Use a file to remove all sharp edges. Use of a pipe cutter
to cut the tube is acceptable, but will flare the end of the tube. This flared region must be filed down to allow a good fit into the seat tube. Make sure
to use eye protection and proper safety equipment when cutting and de-burring.
MINIMUM INSERTION:
A minimum insertion line is marked on the post. However if the post is cut, care must be taken to ensure that the recommended minimum insertion,
shown in the table below, is maintained in the frame all times. Less than this amount of insertion will damage your frame and will result in
pre-mature failure of the post.
*NOTE: Some frame designs may require more insertion. If the seatpost tube does not extend below the top tube in the frame, the frame could be
damaged. Check with the frame manufacturer's specifications to ensure that both the frame and seatpost requirements are met.
UNIT 100 - 100 BRAID STREET, NEW WESTMINSTER, BC, CANADA, V3L 3P4 phone: 604.527.9996 fax: 604.527.9959 web: raceface.com
FITS 7mm AND 8mm
SEAT RAILS
Race Face components.
INSTALLATION:
1. Slide the seatpost into pre-greased seat tube. There should be a small amount of friction, but you should be able to easily push the seatpost
straight in. DO NOT swivel the seatpost back and forth while pushing it down! This can seriously damage the seatpost. If excessive force is required,
it usually indicates a rough, or undersized, seat tube surface. If so, repeat preparation step 3.
2.Ensure seatpost is oriented in the forward position..Loosen fore & aft rail clamp bolts to allow installation of seat rail.
3. Assemble the seat onto the seatpost. This can be done by sliding the rails into place.
4. Adjust the saddle to the desired fore/aft position and seat tilt angle. Tighten the fore/aft bolts by alternating to ensure even clamping force. The
rail clamp bolts should be lightly greased to ensure the proper clamping force 70-88 in*lbs (8.0-10.0 Nm).
5.Check that the rail clamps engage the rails properly!
6. Test ride the bike and readjust the seat position as required. The tilt angle can be micro-adjusted using the fore/aft bolts. Ensure that bolts are
re-torqued to the proper spec.
7. Inspect the post and re-torque the bolts after the first ride.
*WARNING: A minimum insertion line is laser etched into the post. However if the post is cut, care must be taken to ensure that recommended
minimum insertion (see table) into the frame is maintained at all times. Less than this amount of insertion will damage your frame and will result in
pre-mature failure of the post.
MAINTENANCE:
1. Check bolts periodically for tightness. Re-torque as necessary. This is particularly important after the first ride.
2. Lubrication: A thin film of grease is recommended in the following areas:
- Bolt threads and under the heads of the bolts
- Saddle rails/RAIL CLAMP interface when titanium railed saddles are used.
- Seat post tube (aluminum tubes)
3. Inspect all parts of the seatpost periodically, including the bolts for damage or cracks. This is especially important after any crashes. If you notice
anything suspicious, have your Race Face dealer inspect it for you, or replace it.
TUBE PRECAUTIONS:
Clean any dirt, grease, etc. out of the inside of the frame's seat tube and inspect for burrs around the top edge of the seat tube, the seat collar slot,
inside the frame at the top tube junction, and in the case of interrupted seat tubes, at the bottom of the seat tube. Sharp burrs can gouge the
surface of the seatpost tube, potentially leading to premature failure.
- Never clamp the seatpost below the minimum /maximum height insertion line.
- Over tightening the seat collar clamp or quick-release collar on the bicycle may damage the seat tube.
The maximum allowable torque will vary from frame to frame. If seatpost slipping issues are encountered, ensure that the seat tube and post are free
of grease, that the seat post is the correct size and fits the seat tube snugly.
WARRANTY:
For warranty information on each product, visit raceface.com
RIDE SEATPOST
SEATPOST DIAMETER MINIMUM INSERTION
90mm
27.2mm
30.9mm 90mm
31.6mm 90mm
B80063 (09/07)