K2 Bike S User Manual

K2 BikeOwner’s Manual1998 K2 BIKE OWNER'S MANUAL - PDF

94. Wheel, Crank, and Headset Bearings: Once a year you should have your dealer inspect, lubricate, and adjust yourbike. If you ride many miles, or fr

General Bicycle Maintenance ScheduleRequired Inspection/Service Every Ride Weekly Monthly YearlyCheck quick release/wheel attachment 4Check tire infla

K2 BIKE SPECIFIC INFORMATIONIn this section you will learn how to set up properly your K2 Bike suspension. Our bicycles are designed to offer wide adj

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13PreloadPreload is the amount of load placed on a spring to increase the spring rate in the initial part of the travel. All of our shocks feature adj

14Noleen shocks may only be serviced by Noleen or by an authorized Noleen Service Center. Service that isperformed by anyone other than Noleen or an A

153. Loosen and unscrew the main pivot bolt six or seven turns. Tap on the head of the bolt with a plastic hammer to pushout the left hand pivot axle.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Your K2 Bike . . .

2INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on the purchase of your new K2 Bike®. Since 1989, when we jump started the suspension revolution with the introduction of

35. Brake carefully. Apply steady, even pressure to both brake levers. Too much pressure on the rear brake can lock up thewheel and lead to loss of co

4Proper Frame SizingStandover HeightMost K2 Bike frames are offered in four sizes. We design our bikes with as low of a standover height as possible.

54 Quick Release Wheels - Are the quick releases tightened properly?CAUTION: Improperly adjusted wheel quick releases can be extremely dangerous, and

6Cleanliness - Keep Your Bike Clean!Remove dirt and mud with water, mild detergent, and a damp cloth. Don't spray the mud and dirt off of your bi

75. With the heel of your hand, rotate the quick release lever in toward the bicycle. Make sure the lever is tuckedagainst the frame or fork so that i

8PedalsToe Clips/StrapsIf your bike is equipped with toe clips/straps, it is important to familiarize yourself with their use. If you do not have prev