Mongoose MULTI SPEED User manual
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THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY, PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION. READ THE MANUAL BEFORE TAKING YOUR FIRST RIDE ON YOUR NEW
BICYCLE, AND KEEP THE MANUAL HANDY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Correct Incorrect
Correct Incorrect
CORRECT FITTING
Make sure your helmet covers your forehead
INCORRECT FITTING
Forehead is exposed and vulnerable to serious injury
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The following manual is only a guide to assist you and is not a complete or comprehensive manual of all aspects of maintaining and
repairing your bicycle. The bicycle you have purchased is a complex object. We recommend that you consult a bicycle specialist if you
have doubts or concerns as to your experience or ability to properly assemble, repair, or maintain your bicycle. You will save me and
the inconvenience of having to go back to the store if you choose to write or call us concerning missing parts, service quesons,
operang advice, and/or assembly quesons.
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
It is important for you to understand your new bicycle. By reading this manual before you go out on your rst ride, you’ll know how to get
beer performance, comfort, and enjoyment from your new bicycle. It is also important that your rst ride on your new bicycle is taken in
a controlled environment, away from cars, obstacles, and other cyclists.
GENERAL WARNING
Bicycling can be a hazardous acvity even under the best of circumstances. Proper maintenance of your bicycle is your responsibility as it
helps reduce the risk of injury. This manual contains many “Warnings” and “Cauons” concerning the consequences of failure to maintain
or inspect your bicycle. Many of the warnings and cauons say “you may lose control and fall.” Because any fall can result in serious injury
or even death, we do not repeat the warning of possible injury or death whenever the risk of falling is menoned.
A SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS
It is a tragic fact that most bicycle accidents involve children. As a parent or guardian, you bear the responsibility for the acvies and
safety of your minor child. Among these responsibilies are to make sure that the bicycle which your child is riding is properly ed to
the child; that it is in good repair and safe operang condion; that you and your child have learned, understand and obey not only the
applicable local motor vehicle, bicycle, and trac laws, but also the common sense rules of safe and responsible bicycling. As a parent,
you should read this manual before leng your child ride the bicycle. Please make sure that your child always wears an approved bicycle
helmet when riding.
WARNING! This bicycle is intended for use as a pedal power bicycle only. It is not designed, intended, or suitable for use with
the installaon of an internal combuson engine.
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4 MAINTENANCE
Scheduled • Inspecon • How to x a at re • Troubleshoong
3 ASSEMBLY
Tools • Handlebar • Front Wheel • Saddle • Pedals • Adjustments • Final Check
2 BEFORE YOU RIDE
Warning, Note to parents • Fit • Helmets, Protecve Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operaon • Security • Maintenance • Storage
1 PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Single Speed Bicycle • Mul Speed Bicycle
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Take noce of this symbol throughout this manual and pay parcular
aenon to the instrucons blocked o and preceded by this symbol.
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE
Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshoong. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Your
model may have addional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Note that smaller children’s bicycles also contain training wheels.
Handlebar stem
Front brake
Brake pad
Front fork
Front hub
Wheel
reflector
Rear brake lever
Handle bar
Front reflector
Seat
Rear reflector
Seat stay
Training wheel bracket
Rear sprocket
Spokes
Handlebar grip
Brake control cable
Head set
Head tube
Top tube
Down tube
Seat post
Pedal
Tire valve
Training wheel
Chain wheel
Chain
Crank arm
Chain stay
Rim
Tire
Seat tube
Seat post binder bolt
or quick-release skewer
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MULTI SPEED BICYCLE
Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshoong.
Mul speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have addional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc.
Seat
Rear reflector
Seat post
Quick release
Rear Brake
Gear
control cable
Shi lever
Handlebar stem
Head set
Head tube
Top tube
Down tube
Seat tube
Seat stay
Front derailleur
Chain wheel
Boom Bracket Axle
Crank arm
Tire valve
Front hub
Chain stay
Chain
Rear derailleur
Pedal
Freewheel
Wheel reflector
Rim
Spokes
Tire
Handlebar
Brake lever
Brake control cables
Front reflector
Front brake
Front fork
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SIZING GUIDE & CHART
When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are some guidelines that will help
you determine the correct t. It is important that you are able to safely mount and
dismount the bicycle, and that while riding you are comfortable and can operate the
brakes, steering and pedal without any added diculty.
The rst rule is when standing over the bicycle, in front of the seat, straddling
the top tube of the bicycle, you should have a minimum of 1-3 inches of clearance.
For ladies frames, pretend there is a top tube, because although you may be able to
straddle the frame, you must also be able to reach the handlebars. Bicycles get longer
as well as taller as you go up in size.
Wheel size is a good starng point, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get
started, aer that, check that the rider can safely reach the handlebars while sll
bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is
a range of riders that will t each bicycle. Note that the correct height for the saddle
is not determined by foot – to – oor, but by foot – to pedal. The leg should be almost
completely straight when the pedal is in the down most posion. Just a slight bend in
the knee. This may put the rider in a posion where their feet can not touch the ground
easily. The rider can simply move forward of the saddle while mounng and dismounng
the bicycle. The saddle can be adjusted lower if the rider is uncomfortable this high, but
note that riding is more dicult with the saddle too low, as the legs are in an unnatural
posion. It is common for younger riders who want to feel secure to be able to touch
the ground easily, or any rider who is not comfortable with not being able to touch the
ground. In this case start o with the saddle lower, and raise the seat as condence
in riding is gained. Do not raise the seat so much that the knees lock straight when
pedaling or you have to move forward of the saddle to pedal. This is unsafe and the
bicycle can not be controlled in this condion.
Make sure that while riding you can see ahead of you clearly, steer and brake with
no diculty reaching the brake levers or operang foot brakes. Also be sure you can
mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need arises.
Please refer to the separate adjustment areas of this manual for seat and handlebar
adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30)
*Note that some bicycles such as folding bicycles may have smaller wheels but sll t adults.
1-3 inches
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Bike Wheel Size
12 inch wheel
16 inch wheel
18 inch wheel
20 inch wheel
24 inch wheel
26 inch wheel
700c
Your Approx. Height
28 - 38 inches tall
38 - 48 inches tall
42 - 52 inches tall
48 - 60 inches tall
56 - 66 inches tall
64 - 74 inches tall
64 - 74 inches tall
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RIDING POSITION
Saddle Height
In order to obtain the most comfortable riding posion and oer the best possible
pedaling eciency, the seat height should be set correctly in relaon to the rider’s leg
length. The correct saddle height should not cause leg strain from over-extension, and
the hips should not rock from side to side when pedaling. While sing on the bicycle
with one pedal at its lowest point, place the ball of your foot on that pedal. The correct
saddle height will allow the knee to be slightly bent in this posion. If the rider then
places the heel of that foot on the pedal, the leg should be almost straight. (Fig. 2.2)
Under no circumstances should the seat post extend from the frame beyond
its “Minimum Inseron” or “Maximum Extension” mark. If your seat post
extends from the frame beyond these markings, the seat post or frame may
break, which could cause you to lose control and fall. Prior to your rst ride,
be sure to ghten the saddle adjusng mechanism properly. A loose saddle
clamp or seat post binder can cause damage to the bicycle or can cause you
to lose control and fall. Periodically check to make sure that the saddle
adjusng mechanism is properly ghtened.
Reach
To obtain maximum comfort, the rider should not overextend his or her reach when
riding. To adjust this distance, the posion of the seat can be altered in relaon to the
seat post. (Refer to p.30 on how to adjust the seat clamp.) (Fig. 2.3, 2.4)
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Arms not
overextended
Handlebar
stem height
about the
same as
seat height
2.2
Knee
slightly bent
Pedal at
boom
posion
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Handlebar Height
Maximum comfort is usually obtained when the handlebar height is equal to the height
of the seat. You may wish to try dierent heights to nd the most comfortable posion.
Threadless headsets and clamp-on stems are not adjustable. Please refer
to assembly-adjustments (p. 27) for instrucons on installaon.
The stem’s “Minimum Inseron” mark must not be visible above the top of the
headset. If the stem is extended beyond this mark, the stem may break or damage
the fork’s steer tube, which could cause you to lose control and fall.
Failure to properly ghten the stem binder bolt, the handlebar binder bolt, or the
bar end extension clamping bolts may compromise steering acon, which could
cause you to lose control and fall. Place the front wheel of the bicycle between
your legs and aempt to twist the handlebar/stem assembly using a reasonable
amount of force. If you can twist the stem in relaon to the front wheel, turn the
handlebars in relaon to the stem, or turn the bar end extensions in relaon to
the handlebar, you must ghten the appropriate bolts accordingly.
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Stem wedge bolt
Maximum height/
minimum
inseron mark
Handlebar
binder bolt
Exceeds
2 1/2”
(64mm)
Stem wedge
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HELMETS, PROTECTIVE GEAR & CLOTHING
Helmets
A WORD TO PARENTS REGARDING CHILDREN AND HELMETS:
Many states have passed helmet laws regarding children. Make sure you
know your states helmet laws. It is your job to enforce these rules with
your children. Even if your state does not have a children’s helmet law, it
is recommended that everyone wear a helmet when cycling. When riding
with a child carrier seat or trailer, children must wear a helmet.
It is strongly advised that a properly ng, ASTM or SNELL approved, bicycle safety
helmet be worn at all mes when riding your bicycle. In addion, if you are carrying
a passenger in a child safety seat, they must also be wearing a helmet.
The correct helmet should:
•be comfortable
• have good venlaon
• t correctly
•cover forehead
Always wear a properly ed helmet which covers the forehead when
riding a bicycle. Many states require specic safety devices. It is your
responsibility to familiarize yourself with the laws of the state where you
ride and to comply with all applicable laws, including properly equipping
yourself and your bike as the law requires. Reectors are important safety
devices which are designed as an integral part of your bicycle. Federal
regulaons require every bicycle (over 16”) to be equipped with front, rear,
wheel, and pedal reectors. These reectors are designed to pick up and
reect street lights and car lights in a way that helps you to be seen and
recognized as a moving bicyclist. Check reectors and their mounng
brackets regularly to make sure they are clean, straight, unbroken and
securely mounted.
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Choosing Riding Clothing and Protecve Gear
When choosing to ride a bicycle, the riders should always consider the clothing they
will wear. Any loose clothing parts or strings can get caught in a bicycles moving parts
and cause an accident. Be sure there are no loose cords, strings, over sized cus or pant
legs. Loose pants should be ed or tucked into a sock. A leg band is oen used to keep
pants from geng caught in the chain of the bicycle. Be sure shoelaces are ed ghtly,
and do not hang out. (Fig. 2.8)
Dress for the weather keeping in mind that when cycling, the wind can be colder than
just walking or standing. Reecve clothing is always recommended for cycling. Avoid
wearing all black, or dark clothes. A brightly colored jacket or shirt is a great way to
help motorists and others see you.
Choosing to wear protecve gear is the riders or parents responsibility and is highly
recommended. Protecve gear is available to cover knees and elbows, backs and
shoulders and more.
Use of protecve gear can greatly reduce injuries while riding. If protecve
gear is worn, be sure that it does not interfere with steering, braking and
pedaling. Know your own abilies, and do not ride beyond them. (Fig. 2.9)
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SAFETY CHECKLIST
Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following safety checks:
Brakes
• Ensure front and rear brakes work properly.
• Ensure brake shoe pads are not overly worn and are correctly posioned in relaon to the rims.
• Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wear.
• Ensure brake control levers are lubricated and ghtly secured to the handlebar.
Wheels and Tires
• Ensure res are inated to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the re sidewall.
• Ensure res have tread and have no bulges or excessive wear.
• Ensure rims run true and have no obvious wobbles or kinks.
• Ensure all wheel spokes are ght and not broken.
• Check that axle nuts are ght. If your bicycle is ed with quick release axles,
make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed posion.
Steering
• Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and ghtened, and allow proper steering.
• Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relaon to the forks and the direcon of travel.
• Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and ghtened.
• If the bicycle is ed with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are properly posioned and ghtened.
Chain
• Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly.
• Extra maintenance is required in wet or dusty condions.
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Bearings
• Ensure all bearings are lubricated, run freely and display no excess movement, grinding or raling.
• Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and boom bracket bearings.
Cranks and Pedals
• Ensure pedals are securely ghtened to the cranks.
• Ensure cranks are securely ghtened to the axle and are not bent.
Derailleurs
• Check that front and rear derailleurs are adjusted and funcon properly.
• Ensure shi levers are securely aached.
• Ensure derailleurs, shi levers and control cables are properly lubricated.
Frame and Fork
• Check that the frame and fork are not bent or broken.
• If either are bent or broken, they should be replaced.
Accessories
• Ensure that all reectors are properly ed and not obscured.
• Ensure all other ngs on the bike are properly and securely fastened, and funconing.
• Ensure the rider is wearing a properly ed helmet.
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Reectors
16” and under bicycles are considered “sidewalk bicycles”, and may not be ed with
reectors. These bicycles should not be ridden on streets, at night or unaended by an
adult. All other bicycles are supplied with one front (white), one rear (red), two wheel
(white), and four pedal (orange) reectors. These are an important safety and legal
requirement, and should remain securely ed and in good, clean condion at all mes.
Periodically, inspect all reectors, brackets and mounng hardware for signs of wear or
damage. Replace immediately if damage is found. Front & rear reectors should be
mounted so that they are within 5 degrees of vercal (when looking at them from the
side of the bike, while the bike is on level ground). The front reector should aim
forward (when viewed from above), and the rear reector should aim straight back
(when viewed from above). Wheel reectors should be checked to be sure they are
ght, and should be kept clean.
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+/–
5 degrees
of vercal
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RIDING SAFETY
General Rules
• When riding obey the same road laws as all other road vehicles, including giving way to pedestrians, and stopping
at red lights and stop signs. For further informaon, contact the Road Trac Authority in your State.
• Ride predictably and in a straight line. Never ride against trac.
• Use correct hand signals to indicate turning or stopping.
• Ride defensively. To other road users, you may be hard to see.
• Concentrate on the path ahead. Avoid pot holes, gravel, wet road markings, oil, curbs, speed bumps,
drain grates and other obstacles.
• Cross train tracks at a 90 degree angle or walk your bicycle across.
• Expect the unexpected such as opening car doors or cars backing out of concealed driveways.
• Be extra careful at intersecons and when preparing to pass other vehicles.
• Familiarize yourself with all the bicycle’s features. Pracce gear shis, braking, and the use of toe clips
and straps, if installed.
• If you are wearing loose pants, use leg clips or elasc bands to prevent them from being caught in the chain.
• Wear proper riding are and avoid open toe shoes.
• Don’t carry packages or passengers that will interfere with your visibility or control of the bicycle.
• Don’t use items that may restrict your hearing.
• Do not lock up the brakes. When braking, always apply the rear brake rst, then the front.
The front brake is more powerful and if it is not correctly applied, you may lose control and fall.
• Maintain a comfortable stopping distance from all other riders, vehicles and objects.
• Safe braking distances and forces are subject to the prevailing weather condions.
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Wet Weather
• In wet weather you need to take extra care.
• Brake earlier, you will take a longer distance to stop.
• Decrease your riding speed, avoid sudden braking and take corners with addional cauon.
• Be more visible on the road.
• Wear reecve clothing and use safety lights.
• Pot holes and slippery surfaces such as line markings and train tracks all become more hazardous when wet.
Night Riding
IT IS RECOMMENDED TO NOT RIDE AT NIGHT
Check your local laws regarding night riding;
Many areas require the use of lights for night riding in addion to a full set of CPSC compable reectors.
• Ensure bicycle is equipped with a full set of correctly posioned and clean reectors.
• Refer to p. 15 of this manual.
• Use a properly funconing lighng set comprising of a white front lamp and a red rear lamp.
• If using baery powered lights, make sure baeries are well charged.
• Some rear lights available have a ashing mechanism which enhances visibility.
• Wear reecve and light colored clothing.
• Ride at night only if necessary. Slow down and use familiar roads with street lighng, if possible.
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Rules for Children
To avoid accidents, teach children good riding skills with an emphasis on safety from an early age. Children should be supervised by an adult.
1. Many states require that children wear a helmet while cycling. Always wear a properly ed helmet.
2. Do not play in driveways or the road.
3. Do not ride on busy streets.
4. Do not ride at night.
5. Obey all the trac laws, especially stop signs and red lights.
6. Be aware of other road vehicles behind and nearby.
7. Before entering a street: Stop, look le, right, and le again for trac. If there’s no trac, proceed into the roadway.
8. If riding downhill, be extra careful. Slow down using the brakes and maintain control of the steering.
9. Never take your hands o the handlebars, or your feet o the pedals when riding downhill.
The Consumer Protecon Safety Commission advises that the riding of small wheel diameter bicycles
at excessive speeds can lead to instability and is not recommended.
Children should be made aware of all possible riding hazards and correct riding behavior before they take to the streets.
Do not leave it up to trial and error.
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BRAKE OPERATION
There are 2 types of braking systems for bicycles; Foot operated and hand operated.
Foot Operated Brakes
Foot operated brakes allow the rider to pedal forward to accelerate the bicycle, and
pedal backwards to brake. The harder you push back on the pedals, the more braking
force is applied to the rear wheel. In most cases a foot operated brake is strong enough
to “lock up” (stop the wheel from turning) the rear wheel and cause the re to skid.
While this will decelerate the bicycle quickly, it will also cause unnecessary wear on
the re, and terrain, and can cause a loss of steering control. It is recommended to
pracce braking so that you have control over how quickly the bicycle comes to a stop.
It is also important to know the environment that you are riding on. For example, a dry
paved road is very predictable when stopping. But if you add rain, gravel, snow or any
thing else, the rider needs to be extra careful, and allow extra stopping distance, and
slow down before turning. The rider should also be careful as terrain changes to keep
the bicycle at a controllable speed.
Some models may have a combinaon of foot and hand operated brakes. It is OK to
operate them at the same me or independently. However, if the bicycle is equipped
with a front wheel hand brake, be careful to use front and rear brake simultaneously,
and avoid locking up the front wheel, as this can cause a loss of steering control, and
cause a crash. See hand operated brakes (p. 20) for more detail.
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