HP Velotechnik Spirit - Manual (Page 2)

HP
Velotechnik
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
Quick Releases – 7
Adjusting your new bike
Adjusting the leg length – 9
Adjusting the seat angle – 10
Adjusting the handlebars – 13
Adjusting the suspension – 16
Handling instructions
Learning the new riding technique – 24
Wear protective clothing – 25
Use clipless pedals – 25
Slowly increase the strain – 26
Do not ride freehand – 26
Do not pull on the handlebars – 27
How to ride correctly and safely – 26
Brakes – 28
Gear system – 30
Light system – 31
Prop stand – 32
Table of contents
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Maintenance and care
Wear and Tear – 33
Brakes – 33
Gear system – 35
Chain – 36
Chain tubes – 38
Chain roller – 40
Headset – 43
Rear suspension element – 45
Swing arm pivot – 47
Seat – 48
Water bottle cage – 49
Mudguards – 50
Wheels – 51
Cleaning and conservation – 52
Storing the bicycle – 54
Screws and bolts – 54
Tightening torques for screws – 55
Warranty – 56
Warranty pass
Warranty pass – 57
Service plan – 58
Proofs of service – 62
Revision August 2009. For latest product infor-
mation, please check out our website at
www.hpvelotechnik.com.All trademarks be-
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ELOTECHNIK
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65830 Kriftel / Germany
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