User manual GIANT BICYCLES WARP BIKES-2001

[. . . ] Drop [mm. ] Chain Stay [mm. ] Fork Rake [mm. ] Trail [mm. ] Wheel Base [mm. ] Rear Travel [mm. ] S - 16. 5" 560 420 M - 18. 5" 580 470 73 degrees 71 degrees 15 430 38 76 L - 20. 5" 600 520 1047 1069 105 1091 TOP INDEX 2. REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM WARNING: Improper adjustment of rear suspension shocks can result in unstable conditions or loss of control. g. Rear Eyelet Pre-load Spring Washer Bumper Pre-load Spring Knurled Compression Ring Front Eyelet Rebound damping adjust knob The suspension for the Giant Warp dual suspension bicycles is provided by Giant GTM-7 "coil-spring" shocks. The shock has a pre-load spring to control compression and an internal oil piston to control rebound. [. . . ] IF THE PRE-LOAD YOU REQUIRE ALLOWS LESS THAN ½" OF THREADS SHOWING (BETWEEN KNURLED COMPRESSION RING AND THE PRE-LOAD SPRING WASHER) YOU MAY REQUIRE A HIGHER RATED SPRING. CONTACT YOUR GIANT DEALER FOR OPTIONAL REPLACEMENT SPRING. Standard shock spring rates and recommended rider weight ranges. Below is a chart showing the standard spring rates, and the recommended spring rates for different riders' weight (Shock model GTM-7, length 165 mm. ). Spring rate 650 lb/in 800 lb/in 1000 lb/in Range weight rider 5070 kg (110154 lb) 7090 kg (154198 lb) 90110 kg (198242 lb) Softer and stiffer spring rates are available for all rear suspension shocks through your Authorised Giant dealer. For service in your country please contact a local Authorised Giant dealer or the Giant Importer in your country. TOP INDEX 2-2. SAG is the amount of coil spring pre-compression that is required to compensate for the riders weight and allow the bicycle to perform as it was designed to. To properly set the SAG, you will need a screw driver, measuring-tape and/or calliper. Dress as you would for a normal ride, including helmet, cycling bag, etc. Measure the distance (L) between the main cylinder and the Pre-load spring washer of the rear shock. Step 2. Use a screw driver or the like to slide the bumper of the shock against the main cylinder of the rear suspension. Bumper Step 5. Step 6. Cylinder Sit on the bicycle with your feet on the pedals in your normal riding position. Come off from your bike without causing too much movement in the bike. Check the rear shock and you will see that the bumper has been moved along the piston. Adjust the (pre-load adjusting ring) compression ring (as described in the rear suspension tuning section) and repeat steps 4 - 6 until you have reached this. WARNING: NEVER COMPRESS THE SPRING SO FAR AS TO LEAVE LESS THAN ½" OF THREADS SHOWING (BETWEEN KNURLED COMPRESSION RING AND THE PRE-LOAD SPRING WASHER). IF THE PRE-LOAD YOU REQUIRE ALLOWS LESS THAN ½" OF THREAD SHOWING YOU MAY REQUIRE A HIGHER RATED SPRING. [. . . ] ONLY AN AUTHORISED GIANT DEALER SHOULD DISASSEMBLE THE REAR SHOCK. TOP INDEX 3. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Proper maintenance of GIANT WARP dual suspension bicycle is important to insure years of trouble free safe riding and enjoyment. We recommend taking this bike to your authorised Giant dealer for periodic service and inspection of suspension systems. Parts such as seals, elastomer bumpers and bearings can be adversely affected by use, dirt and ultraviolet radiation. [. . . ]