Specialized RIPROCK 20 User manual

USER MANUAL
ENGLISH

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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION................................................................ 1
1.1. INTENDED USE ....................................................................................................................................................................1
1.2. WARRANTY .........................................................................................................................................................................1
1.3. STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMITS.........................................................................................................................................1
2. WHAT'S IN THE BOX .........................................................2
3. ASSEMBLE THE BICYCLE ...................................................3
3.1. UNPACK THE BOX..............................................................................................................................................................3
3.2. USING THE TORQUE WRENCH.......................................................................................................................................6
3.3. INSTALLING THE HANDLEBAR.......................................................................................................................................8
3.4. ALIGN THE STEM............................................................................................................................................................ 10
3.5. INSTALLING THE SADDLE AND ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT.........................................................................................11
3.6. INSTALLING THE PEDALS ..............................................................................................................................................13
3.7. ADJUSTING THE BRAKE LEVERS..................................................................................................................................14
3.8. INSTALLING THE REFLECTORS.....................................................................................................................................14
3.9. PUMPING THE TIRES ......................................................................................................................................................15
3.10. OPTIONAL DROPPER SEATPOST ................................................................................................................................15
4. SAFETY CHECK ............................................................. 15
5. OPERATING YOUR RIPROCK.............................................. 16
5.1. CHANGING GEARS............................................................................................................................................................16
5.2. REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE WHEELs................................................................................................................17
We may occasionally issue updates and addendums to this document. Please periodically check
www.specialized.com or contact Rider Care to make sure you have the latest information.
Info: specialized.com
SPECIALIZED BICYCLE COMPONENTS
15130 Concord Circle, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 [phone]
0000166841_UM_R2, 06/21
An informative and important video explaining how to properly assemble the Riprock is
available (see below). It also demonstrates how to do a safety check once assembled.
This assembly/setup guide is intended to be used together with the video. www.
specialized.com/setupmyriprock
SET UP
MY RIPROCK
specialized.com
/setupmyriprock

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1. INTRODUCTION
This assembly/setup guide is specific to your Specialized Riprock bicycle. It contains
important information about assembly and safety, which you should read before your child’s
first ride and keep for reference. You should also read the entire Specialized Bicycle Owner’s
Manual (“Owner’s Manual”) because it has additional important general information and
instructions which you should follow. If you do not have a copy of the Owner’s Manual, you
can download it at no cost at www.specialized.com, or obtain it from your nearest Authorized
Specialized Retailer or Specialized Rider Care.
Assembly of this bicycle requires experience in the use of basic tools as well as general
knowledge regarding bike maintenance. If you do not have such experience, it should be
assembled by an Authorized Specialized Retailer.
When reading this user manual, you will note various important symbols and warnings, which
are explained below:
WARNING! The combination of this symbol and word indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or
death. Many of the Warnings say “you may lose control and fall.” Because
any fall can result in serious injury or even death, we do not always repeat the
warning of possible injury or death.
CAUTION: The combination of the safety alert symbol and the word CAUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
The word CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a situation
which, if not avoided, could result in serious damage to the bicycle or the voiding
of your warranty.
This symbol alerts the reader to information which is particularly important.
1.1. INTENDED USE
The Riprock is intended and tested for use by children only (Condition 6).
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FOR
CHILDREN
ONLY
CONDITION 6 Bikes designed to be ridden by children.
Parental supervision is required at all times.
Avoid areas involving automobiles, and
obstacles or hazards including inclines,
curbs, stairs, sewer grates or areas near
drop-offs or pools.
1.2. WARRANTY
Please refer to the written warranty provisions provided with your bicycle, or visit www.
specialized.com.
A copy is also available at your Authorized Specialized Retailer.
1.3. STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMITS
MODEL MAX CARGO
(LB / KG)
MAX STRUCTURAL INCL CARGO
(LB / KG)
20 / 24 30 / 14 220 / 100
STRUCTURAL WEIGHT LIMIT: The maximum total weight (rider and cargo) a bike is
designed and tested to support structurally.
CARGO WEIGHT LIMIT: The maximum cargo weight a bike has been designed and tested to
support structurally.
INFO: For more information on the intended use and structural weight limits
for the frame and components, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.

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2. WHAT'S IN THE BOX
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#DESCRIPTION
TORQUE
TOOL SIZE in-
lbf Nm
1FRAME
2FORK
3SEATPOST/SADDLE
4HANDLEBAR
5
SEAT COLLAR
4 mm hex 53 - 61 6 - 7
6STEM 4 mm hex 46 5.2
7FRONT/REAR WHEEL 6 mm hex 88.5 10
8PEDALS 15 mm wrench 22.5oturn
9REFLECTORS Phillips screwdriver (NOT INCLUDED)
10 TORQUE WRENCH 4/5/6 mm hex
11 FLAT WRENCH 17 mm/15 mm wrench
12 MANUALS
13 HEX BITS 4, 5, 6 mm

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3. ASSEMBLE THE BICYCLE
WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD - packaging may contain small parts. Not
for children under 3 years old. The Riprock bicycle must be assembled by an
adult. Follow the steps below and perform a safety check before riding.
3.1. UNPACK THE BOX
A
3.1
Fig. 3.1
Remove any security tape from the bottom of the box, then pull out each securing tab (A)
Lift the top of the box up and off the base packaging.
3.2
Fig. 3.2
In the rear packaging tower, pull out the tabs holding the small parts box in place, then
remove the small parts box.
Open the small parts box and remove the manuals, pedals, reflectors, and all the tools
required for assembly.

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3.3
Fig. 3.3
Lift and remove the packaging brace.
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3.4
Fig. 3.4
In the front packaging tower, lift both the handlebar and interior packaging (1), then slide
the packaging off of the handlebar (2).
Pull the handle bar forward and out of the center packaging tower (3), then lift the center
packaging tower off of the bicycle (4).

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3.6
Fig. 3.6
When Assembly is complete remove the bicycle form the packaging.
While holding the rear packaging tower, roll the bicycle forward out of the base packaging.
RECYCLE: Please recycle all the packaging.
3.5
Fig. 3.5
Pull out the tabs on the bottom of the front packaging tower. Slide the towers outward and
remove the packaging tower.
The packaging will now function as a bike stand during assembly.
Do not remove the rear wheel packaging tower as it will keep your bicycle
upright while you assemble the handlebar.
Packaging varies with each model, and the number of securing tabs on the
towers may differ.

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AB
3.8
Fig. 3.8
General information:
Three (3) different Hex bits are provided with the torque wrench: 4 mm, 5 mm and 6 mm.
To use the torque wrench, determine which Hex bit is needed and insert it into the socket
on the torque wrench (A).
When there is no tension on the torque wrench lever arm, the right-side edge of the arm is
aligned with the small white line to the left of the "0" on the torque gauge (B).
PART POSITION TOOL TORQUE NOTES
Stem Faceplate bolts 4 mm Hex 5.2 Nm Torque with supplied wrench
Stem Steerer bolts 4 mm Hex 5.2 Nm Pre-torqued
Seatpost Seatpost clamp 4 mm Hex 6-7 Nm Torque with supplied wrench
Wheels Thru-axle 6 mm Hex 10 Nm Pre-torqued
3.2. USING THE TORQUE WRENCH
Your Riprock bicycle is supplied with a custom torque wrench which should be used to tighten
the bolts where indicated. It is important to properly use a torque wrench during assembly to
make sure all bolts are tightened to specification.
A B E
D
C
3.7
DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION
A LEVER B TORQUE GAUGE (0 - 10 NM)
C TORQUE POINTER D WRENCH SOCKET
E HEX BIT (4, 5, 6 MM)
Following are instructions on how to use the provided torque wrench. If after
reading the instructions you are still unsure of how to use the torque wrench,
please contact your Authorized Specialized Retailer for assistance.

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WARNING! Correct tightening force on fasteners (nuts, bolts, screws) on
your bicycle is important for your safety. If too little force is applied, the
fastener may not hold securely. If too much force is applied, the fastener can
strip threads, stretch, deform or break.
An incorrect tightening force can result in component failure, which can cause
you to lose control and fall. Where indicated, ensure each bolt is torqued to
specification. After your first ride, and consistently thereafter, recheck the
tightness of each bolt to ensure secure attachment of the components.
3.10
Fig. 3.10
Do not touch the torque gauge with your fingers when using the wrench as this could give
you a false reading.
0 Nm
A
3.9
Fig. 3.9
Insert the torque wrench into the bolt head (A) and turn the lever clockwise until you feel
resistance and the lever arm starts to flex.
Apply the correct torque to the bolt by turning the lever until the torque pointer is aligned
with the applicable numbered line on the torque gauge, then stop and remove the torque
wrench from the bolt (e.g. if the specification is 6 Nm, turn until the torque pointer is
aligned with the line to the left of "6").

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3.3. INSTALLING THE HANDLEBAR
The stem comes pre-installed on the bike. Only the handlebar assembly needs to be installed
on the stem.
3.11
Fig. 3.11
Loosen and remove the faceplate bolts and washers, then remove the stem faceplate pieces
from the stem.
3.12
Fig. 3.12
Place the handlebar against the stem, then place one of the stem faceplate pieces over the
handlebar with the stem faceplate piece and stem holes aligned .
Add the washer to each bolt and thread the bolts through each of the stem faceplate
pieces into the stem body making sure they are equally finger-tightened and the upper and
lower gaps between the stem body and stem faceplate pieces are about the same.
Repeat the steps for the second stem faceplate piece.