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ADJUSTMENTS
A D J U S T I N G T H E S U S P E N S I O N E L E M E N T S G E T T O K N O W YO U R B I K E
( R E A R S H O C K A N D S U S P E N S I O N F O R K )
Familiarize yourself with your new bike. Verify once
again that all screws are tightened to the correct
The suspension elements we use allow for a variety
torque. The table on page 41 gives you an overview
of adjustments. When making adjustments, please
of all torque specifications. Our bikes are equipped
note the detailed instructions of the suspension
with modern disc brake systems with exceptional
element manufacturer. You can find up-to-date
braking performance. In addition, the braking perfor-
information on their websites:
mance increases after a short break-in period. Try
Manitou: http://manitoumtb.com
to get used to the braking response and how it dif-
fers when riding over various surfaces. Position the
brake levers at your fingertips so that they can be
C A U T I O N ! N E V E R O P E R A T E YO U R B I CYC L E
pulled without excessive effort. The same applies to
the shifters. Shift smoothly and without applying too
W I T H I N S U F F I C I E N T O R E XC E S S A I R
much pressure on the pedals. This will help protect
P R E S S U R E ! T H I S C O U L D R E S U LT I N D A M A G E
your drive train components.
T O T H E F O R K O R S H O C K S .
Please choose a safe and familiar terrain for your ini-
tial test and training rides. You can find all you need to
B A S I C S E T T I N G S
know about your bike in our "SAFETY FIRST."- manual
as well.
The weight of the rider and his position on the bi-
Familiarize yourself with the bike manual before
cycle determine the adjustment criteria for the rear
getting on your bike the first time.
shock and suspension fork. When sitting on the bike,
the suspension will compress to a certain degree –
the so-called "sag". Sag should be between 25 – 30 %
B E F O R E E A C H R I D E
for Enduro bikes, between 30 – 40 % for Downhill
By nature, mountain bikes are placed under a lot of
bikes, and between 10 – 20 % for Dirt bikes. The "sag
strain. The components of the bike react differently
value" that corresponds to your riding style is best
to stresses, from wear and tear to material fatigue.
determined with a few test rides. Test rides and per-
sonal preferences will also determine the settings of
Individual components may fail without warning.
the compression and rebound speeds of the suspen-
Please check your bike regularly for signs of damage
sion elements.
and/or have your bike periodically inspected.
C A U T I O N ! P L E A S E N O T E
C H E C K B E F O R E E V E RY R I D E
Your bike's handling is influenced by each and every
• the seatpost and wheels are firmly secured in
adjustment to the suspension elements – therefore,
the frame and fork.
please be careful on your first test rides to avoid
• the wheels spin freely.
crashes. Avoid any adjustments that could lead to
• the air pressure in the tires, the tension of the
the suspension elements frequently bottoming out.
spokes and the hub bearing play.
They will thank you with a long service life. If you are
uncertain of anything or have any questions, do not
• the brake function.
hesitate to contact us at:
• for signs of material fatigue (deformations,
service@yt-industries.com.
fractures, cracks, signs of impact, etc.).
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• all additional components for stability and
operational safety.
• the required torques for all screws.
Do not ride even if only one of the possible defects
is present.
C A U T I O N ! V I B R A T I O N S T H A T O C C U R W H E N
R I D I N G YO U R M O U N TA I N B I K E C A N L E A D T O
S C R E W S L O O S E N I N G ( E V E N F O R S C R E W S
W I T H T H R E A D L O C K E R A D H E S I V E ) !
I N T H E E V E N T O F A C R A S H
Crashes place a lot of strain on your bike's materi-
al and components. Therefore, before you continue
your ride, check your bike for damage and impaired
functions (see "Check Before Every Ride").
Do not continue your ride even if only one of the
possible defects is present. If you are uncertain of
anything or have any questions, do not hesitate to
contact us directly at:
service@yt-industries.com.
R I D I N G O N P U B L I C R O A D S
I N G E R M A N Y
The German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations
(Straßenverkehrs-Zulassungs-Ordnung, StVZO) dic-
tate the following safety devices when operating
bicycles on public roads:
• A braking and lighting system and a bright
sounding bell.
• Furthermore, every cyclist is obligated to maintain
his vehicle in a roadworthy condition and a state
that is safe for riding.
We would like to explicitly point out that our bikes
are not in compliance with the German road traffic
licensing regulations!
Read more about this in the "SAFETY FIRST."-
manual.
O U T S I D E O F G E R M A N Y C A R E A N D S E R V I C E I N T E R VA L S
Please inquire about the respective regulations for Only regular inspections, care and maintenance,
each country in which you want to ride your YT Bike immediate professional repair, and the replacement
on public roads. of damaged components can guarantee the safe
function of your bike over the long term. If you do
not possess the necessary specialist knowledge or
D E S I G N A T E D U S E
tools to carry out the required work yourself, a trip
to the workshop is essential. For guidance, we have
In addition to the assembly instructions, our moun-
prepared some maintenance information:
tain bikes are also supplied with the operating
instructions from the manufacturers of the indi-
We recommend an initial inspection, depending on
vidual components. You can find all information
how hard you ride, after 5 to 15 hours of operation.
regarding use, maintenance, and care here. Please
This includes:
follow these instructions and retain them. Damage
that arises from improper or inappropriate use of • Checking the torques on all screws and nuts and
your YT are not covered by our warranty. tightening them if necessary.
• Changing the length of the shifter cable by
These include:
correcting the tension via adjustment (barrel
• Improper or inadequate maintenance and care.
adjuster on the shifter).
• Damage from crashes or overstressing.
• Checking the spoke tension on the wheels and that
• Modification to the frame or fork. the wheels are true and adjusting spoke tension if
necessary.
• Modification of components.
• Checking the headset preload and gently readjust
• Jumps or other stresses that lead to overstraining.
if necessary.
Please refer to our General Terms and Conditions at
www.yt-industries.com.
M O N T H LY I N S P E C T I O N S
I M P O R TA N T G E N E R A L I N F O R M A T I O N
• Checking the profile height and sidewalls of the
tires. Replacing worn or "washed out" tires.
We are not liable for property damage or personal
injury resulting from the operation of the mountain
• Measuring the strength of the disc brake pads.
bike itself, in particular, in the event of failures due to
Replacing the brake pads if necessary (please note
inadequate maintenance and care.
the manufacturer specifications).
The abilities of professional mountain bikers may
• Checking the braking system for leaks. In the event
seem easy to imitate to laypersons. In reality, there
of leaks, please visit a specialist workshop.
are often years of training and constant practice
• Checking bearing play in the bottom bracket, head
behind their skills. For your safety, always wear pro-
set, hubs, and pedals and tightening if necessary.
tective clothing appropriate for the discipline.
• Checking the spoke tension on the wheels and that
We recommend always wearing a protective helmet.
the wheels are true and adjusting spoke tension if
Things always seem to happen when you least necessary.
expect them.
• Checking the torques on screws and nuts. If neces
sary, tightening screws and nuts.
ADJUSTMENTS
A F TE R A SS E MBLY
• Cleaning and greasing the drivetrain and derailleur
mechanism.
A N N U A L I N S P E C T I O N S
• Suspension fork service: Please note the
specifications of the manufacturer here.
• Remove the bottom bracket, clean it, and regrease
the treads.
• Remove the headset, check the bearings and
regrease them.
• Remove the stem, handlebar, and seatpost and
check them for cracks and damage and replace
them if necessary.
• Check the shifter cable for damage (breaks, kinks,
corrosion, etc.) and exchange them if necessary.
YOU CAN FIND DETAILLED
INFORMATION ABOUT
YOUR BIKE IN YOUR
„S AFE T Y FIR S T. "
H AN D BO OK
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