Pacific Cycles FROG - Manual (Page 5)

riese und müller GmbH Frog Manual
· Unfold the rear swingarm and engage the rear swing-arm catch (see picture 2 at page 6).
· Turn the saddle so it is in line with the bike and close the quick release of the segment clamp. Open the upper quick release
and pull out the saddle until the pin engages in the hole of the lower seatpost. Close the quick release again (see picture 1 at
page 6).
· Unfold the pedals.
· Before riding check all pins and quick releases.
· Finished!
PAGE 9, Transporting your Frog
Folded up, your Frog is easily transported in the boot of a car, and also on trains, buses, aeroplanes or on ferries.
Train travel
Some train services require that your Frog is covered up in a bag, especially if it is carried on as normal luggage, rather than
placed in the luggage van or special storage area.
The protective cover slides over the Frog in one easy motion, and is closed at the bottom with a pull on the drawcord. The cover is
made from tear-resistant nylon. Like a poncho, it can fold up very small into its integrated mesh pouch, and can then be fastened
to the bike.
PAGE 10, Legal Requirements
When you ride your bike on the road, it must comply with national legislation and guidelines. These will vary from country to
country. In general, there are minimum standards for brakes, reflectors and lighting systems, as well as usually a general duty to
ensure that your vehicle is in roadworthy and safe condition. There will also be a duty to ride in a safe and responsible manner. If
you ride your Birdy in traffic you should be sure to observe all relevant laws and regulations which apply. Please ask your local
dealer for current law information.
Brakes
In most countries, including Germany and the UK, two independent braking systems are required. Do not ride with only one brake
working!
Lights
Bicycle lighting systems need to comply with the relevant national standards: in Britain this is the relevant British Standard.
Lights complying with this will have the BS symbol moulded or printed onto each light unit. In Britain both dynamo and battery
lights are permitted. The front light must be white and the rear light must be red.
PAGE 11, Fitting the Frog to the rider
How can I check my seating position?
A good riding position is important for your comfort and for optimal performance on the bike. You need to adjust saddle and
handlebars as precisely as possible to fit. Several components on the Frog are designed to adjust the fit to suit your body
dimensions. These include the seatpost, the stem assembly and the brake levers.
Danger
: All of the procedures we are about to describe require a certain degree of skill, suitable tools and mechanical aptitude.
After any assembly operation perform the Quick Check (see page 5) and take a short test-ride somewhere quiet, away from traffic.
This lets you check in safety that everything works properly. If you have any doubts, it’s best just to do the riding position check, and
then to explain any changes you’d like to your specialist dealer. They can carry out your requests with all the proper tools and skills,
perhaps in conjunction with the first inspection.
Tip
: To prevent corrosion at bolts, nuts and special parts we recommend to apply wax spray to all of them. Take care not to
contaminate brake pads and rims.
Adjusting for the correct saddle height
The need for a comfortable pedalling action determines the saddle height. It’s important that when you pedal, the ball of the foot
should be over the centre of the pedal axle. When the pedal is at its lowest position your leg should not be quite fully extended. If
the saddle is too high, it’s hard to get round this lowest point, and the pedalling action becomes uneven. If the saddle is too low,
you’re likely to experience knee pain.