DAHON Bike User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Shifting Gears Your multi-speed bicycle will have a derailleur drive train, an internal gear hub drive train or, in some special cases, a combination

WARNING: Never shift a derailleur onto the largest or the smallest sprocket if the derailleur is not shifting smoothly. The derailleur may be out of a

Chains Single-speed and three-speed bicycles as well as many IGH (Internal Geared Hubs) equipped bicycles use a “1/2 x 1/8” chain that has a master li

Transporting Your BikeAll 16- and 20-inch wheeled folding bicycles can be transported by the methods described in sections a, b, c, and d below. Bikes

WARNING: Technological advances have made bicycles and bicycle components more complex, and the pace of innovation is increasing. It is impossible for

Take a look at the brake pads. Starting to look worn or not hitting the wheel rim squarely? Time to have the dealer adjust or replace them. Carefully

Dahon Five-Year Limited WarrantyDahon warrants its bicycle frames, handle-posts, and rigid forks to be free from defects in materialsandworkmanship

Handlebar, Headset, Saddle, and Seat PostComponentin•lbsNewton Meters (Nm)kgf•cmDahon large hex key headset screw (10mm) 52~87 6.8~11.3 60~100Dahon ha

Brake-Rim and Disc and Brake LeverComponent in•lbs Newton Meters (Nm) kgf•cmBrake lever - MTB type 53~60 6~6.8 61~69Brake lever - drop bar type (inclu

Front and Rear Hubs; QR and Nutted AxlesComponent in•lbs Newton Meters (Nm) kgf•cmFreehub body 305~434 34.5~49 35~499Cassette sprocket lockring; disc

Wheel1. Rear Derailleur2. Chain3. Crank Set4. Pedal5. Seat Post6. Saddle7. Bolts for Bottle Cage8. Frame9. Head Set10. Handlepost11. Handlebars12. Bra

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All folding bicycles and P.A.Q. mini-bikes are intended for use on paved roads only. P.A.Q. mountain bikes are intended for use on hard-packed trails

The Basics WARNING: It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the laws where you ride and to comply with all applicable laws, including

Night Riding Riding a bicycle at night is many times more dangerous than riding during the day. A bicy-clistisverydifcultformotoristsandpedest

Saddle PositionCorrect saddle adjustment is an important fac-tor in getting the most performance and comfort from your bicycle. If the saddle position

Wheels Installing a Quick Release Front Wheel CAUTION: If your bike is equipped with disk brakes, be careful not to damage the disk, caliper or brake

Brakes – Rim Brakes & Disc BrakesRiding with improperly adjusted brakes or worn brake pads is dangerous and can result in seri-ous injury or death