Sportcraft A-bike User manual

USER MANUAL
PLEASE READ BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE BIKE
Design registered and patented

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Designed for short trips and mixed mode transport the A-bike is
unique in concept and design. This booklet will introduce you to,
show you how to use, take care of and to make repairs to your
A-bike. It is vital that you use and maintain the bike correctly to
avoid damaging the product and harming yourself.
Please pay particular attention to notes highlighted in a box as these
are especially important and must be remembered at all times.
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Introduction
Box contents
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The geometry of the A-bike is quite different from any other bike
and hence may feel a little strange at first. After a bit of practice we
are sure you will find the bike easy and comfortable to ride. Getting
to know your A-bike will enable you to get the most out of it and
know the limits, enabling you to use it safely.
Congratulations and welcome to the A-bike, the
world’s lightest and smallest folding bicycle. Before
using the bike you must read these instructions.
• A-bike folding bicycle
• A-bike toolkit
• A-bike user manual

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Warnings
Rider weight limit
The bike has a maximum weight limit of 95 kg (210 lbs), this
includes the rider and anything the rider is carrying, for example a
back pack.
Not a mountain bike
The A-bike is designed for smooth roads and it’s lightweight
construction means it’s not suitable for rough surfaces or off-road
riding. Do not attempt stunts on the bike and avoid sudden drops
or rises such as curbs.
No maintenance tires
The A-bike uses tubeless tires with a sealed, internal air chamber
for shock absorption. Air pressure cannot be adjusted.
Quick release levers and locking buttons
When opening the bike ensure that all the locking buttons pop out.
The two quick release levers should be hand tight and firmly
secured.
Donʼt step on the crosspiece
The crosspiece is not designed to bear any load. Do not stand on
or attach anything to this beam.
Important
Ages 5+. Choking hazard: contains small parts. Keep away from
small children. Assembly and use should always be under adult
supervision. Please retain retail receipt for date and purchase
location verification. See page 31 for warranty information.

Labelled diagram
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Diagram

Top view
Handle Bar
Bell
Brake Cable
Front Upper Tube
Quick Release Clamp
Main Locking Buttons
(on both side)
Front Lower Tube
Lower Steering Joint
Front Fork
Crosspiece Button
Tire
Brake Band
Wheel Hub
Pedal (on both sides)
Crank (on both sides)
Crank Case
Rear Lower Tube
Rear Upper Tube
Outer Seat Tube
Seat Clamp
Seat Post
Saddle
Seat Stay
Upper Steering Joint
Handlebar Grip
Brake Lever
Handlebar Locking Buttons
Handlebar stem
Reflectors
Crosspiece
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(on both sides)

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Riding Safely
When riding the A-bike it is important to remember to abide by
local bicycle riding laws.
Ride defensively and be vigilant of other road users. Always leave
a large enough gap between you and obstacles, slow down and
stop if necessary.
Watch out for uneven surfaces and pot holes.
When riding in the dark you should wear high visibility clothing and
use lights when appropriate.
Wet weather will reduce grip and increase stopping distances; ride
slower if necessary. Icy conditions should be avoided entirely.
Windy conditions can severely effect riding stability.
Always wear a helmet when riding.
Always wear suitable shoes. Sandals are not appropriate.
Avoid loose clothing and anything that may get caught in the
mechanisms of the bike.
Become familiar with riding your bike slowly and in a safe
environment before heading into areas with other traffic.
Store your bike securely and safely in a clean and dry area to
avoid damaging the bike.
If there are any broken parts, they must be replaced before riding.

Adjusting saddle height
Choosing the Correct Saddle Height
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1. Unlock the Seat Post quick release
clamp.
2. Slide the Seat Post vertically to
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NOT be visible, it should be inside the
outer tube.
3. Once the desired Saddle position
has been selected, make sure the
saddle is positioned forward and then
lock the Seat Post quick release clamp
so that you cannot twist the saddle out
of alignment.
If the saddle can twist then unlock the quick release lever and
tighten with an allen key before locking the quick release again and
re-testing.
Unlocked
Locked
Minimum
insertion
line
Before riding the bike,check that the seat height is
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Adjusting saddle height
Before riding the bike, check that the seat height is
adjusted and that the brakes work.

If the brake band is knocked it is possible for it to become
misaligned with the braking hub and wheel. If this happens it may
be necessary to gently bend the band back into shape. Care must
be taken not to cause strain around the brake band mounts. If the
brake band rubs against the wheel it can be gently bent away.
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Hot brake bands and brake fade
The band brakes will become hot when used, be aware of this when
storing and handling the bike, allow the brakes to cool.
Brake fade may occur when used for long periods of time.
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Adjusting the bra es
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Adjust the brakes ON Y when the bike is fully unfolded and
extended as this can effect the brake cables.

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Longer
Looser
Front wheel
Rotate Rotate
Shorter
Front wheel
To loosen
brake band
To tighten
brake band
To adjust the Right Hand brake (Front wheel):
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Front wheel
Tighter
Rear wheel
Fine brake cable adjustment
The fine adjustment wheel can be found on the brake
handles.
Turn it to change the length of the cable as shown in
the diagrams.
You may need to hold the cable still to prevent it from
rotating.
To adjust the rear wheel, do the same as above but
on the left hand brake lever.

Relax brake band to reduce braking force.
Fasten nut
M5 wrench
Relax cable tension
Unscrew
Brake lever is close to handlebar AND Brake barrel adjuster is at the longest state.
In longest
state
When the brake is too loose.
To tighten loose brake
M5 wrench
To loosen a tight brake
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Major brake cable adjustment

Wrap the brake band closely around the brake barrel, using pliers to pull the cable end out.
Tighten the nut
Tighten
Unscrew M5 nut by wrench.
Unscrew
M5 wrench
Rotate
Displace
Rotate brake barrel adjuster to move the brake barrel fully in.
Enlarged N
Pull
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Trapped fingers
Fold and unfold the bike slowly and take care to avoid trapping
fingers, especially when dealing with the pedals.
It is important to follow each step in the correct order, the bike does
not need a lot of force to be unfolded and can be done in as little as
10 seconds.
1. Lift the Left and Right Handle Bar
ends up to the horizontal position and
slide them into the centre portion.
Check that both locking buttons are
fully engaged.
2a. Check BOTH quick release
clamps are unlocked.
2b. Raise seat post to horizontal
position.
Raise seat post to
horizontal position
Check BOTH quick release
clamps are unlocked
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Unfolding the bi e
Please also refer to the illustrated photo guide which can be found
at the beginning of this user manual.

3. Grasp handlebar stem and rear leg as shown and extend legs until
all FOUR quick release buttons are locked.
4. Rotate the Handle Bars 180° clockwise
(looking from the top). DO not force it in the
wrong direction as this will wrap the brake
cable around the stem of the handlebars and
damage the bike.
5. Lock both quick release clamps.
Quick release levers and locking buttons
When opening the bike ensure that the locking buttons pop out. The
two quick release levers here should be hand tight and firm.
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6. To open out the legs, lower the bicycle down gently onto the
top of your foot with a tire either side of the foot. As the legs part,
simply push down to fully open out.
7. Press the crosspiece centre down
until the quick release button pops up
and locks.
Unfolding the bike (2)
Crosspiece locking button
The locking button the crosspiece must pop out when the bar is
fully unfolded.
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8. Align the Pedal parallel to the Crank,
and fold it outward. Be careful not to
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9. Now that the A-bike is fully unfolded, check to make sure that
both Handle Locking Buttons, four Main Locking Buttons and the
Crosspiece Button are fully engaged, the Front and Rear Clamps
are locked and the Crosspiece is straight and locked before riding.
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8. Align the Pedal parallel to the Crank,
and fold it outward. Be careful not to
pinch your fingers (on some models of
A-bike this may not be necessary).

Folding the bike
To fold the bike
1. Press down the locking button on the Crosspiece and lift it up
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tant for the next step to work.
2. Rotate the handlebars 180 degrees counter clockwise viewed
from above.
3. Ensure both clamp levers are
unlocked
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Folding the bi e
3. Ensure both clamp levers are
unlocked.

4. Press and hold all FOUR buttons and simultaneously push down
on top of the bike.
5. Saddle will drop under its own
weight when legs are fully tele-
scoped down.
6. Press and hold the two Locking
Buttons on the handle, pull the Left
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position.
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3UHVVLQZDUGVWRÁLSERWK3HGDOVXSinto vertical position. Be careful not to
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perpendicular to the crank as per
unfolding instructions.
8. Now that the A-bike is success-
fully folded, you are now ready to
carry your portable A-bike to your
next destination.
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Folding the bike (2)
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