Univega VIVA ACE User manual

VIVA ACE OWNER’S MANUAL
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FURUTRE REFERENCE.

This manual contains various safety signal words such as DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION,
IMPORTANT, and NOTE or NOTICE. These are important signal words telling you to pay
special attention to that text as rider safety is involved.
This symbol will appear in areas of critical rider safety.
DANGER and WARNING: Pay special attention to these since failure to do so could
result in serious injury or death to the rider or others.
CAUTION: If not followed these instructions could result in injury or mechanical failure or
damage to the unicycle.
NOTE or NOTICE or IMPORTANT: These specify something that is of special interest. Read
and pay close attention as your safety and that of your unicycle are involved.
IMPORTANT: Before you ride this unicycle, read the RULES OF THE ROAD section and
check that all parts are installed and working as per this manual. If you understand how the
unicycle operates, you will get the best performance. When you read this manual, compare
the illustrations to the unicycle. Learn the location of all the controls and parts as well as
how they work. KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
CAUTION: Before you ride the unicycle, check all mechanical components of the unicycle
for rider safety. Make sure all parts are assembled correctly, securely tightened and working
properly. Take your first ride in a large, open, level area away from traffic. If you have a
problem, consult your dealer.

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CONTENTS
PREFACE..........................................................................2-4
PARTS IDENTIFICATION CHART .........................................5
BEFORE RIDING...............................................................6-8
RECOMMENDATIONS/WARNINGS ................................9-10
MAINTENANCE ............................................................11-12
LIMITED WARRANTY .......................................................13

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Your unicycle has been delivered to you fully assembled. If parts of your unicycle have
not been installed, please consult your dealer. This manual contains important safety,
performance and service information. The purpose of this Owner’s Manual is to help you
use your unicycle safely in the manner it is intended and allow you to enjoy the benefits it
offers for many years to come. Please read it before you take the first ride on your new
unicycle, and keep it for reference.
If you have any questions or do not understand something, take responsibility for your
safety and consult with your dealer or the cycle’s manufacturer.
IMPORTANT: This manual is not intended as a comprehensive use, service, repair or maintenance
manual. Please see your dealer for all service, repairs or maintenance. Your dealer may also be
able to refer you to classes, clinics or books on unicycle use, service, repair or maintenance.
ALWAYS WEAR A PROPERLY FITTED HELMET WHEN YOU RIDE YOUR UNICYCLE. IT COULD
SAVE YOUR LIFE OR PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY. DO NOT RIDE AT NIGHT. AVOID RIDING IN
WET CONDITIONS.
PREFACE

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RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER!
IMPORTANT: Reading and following the information and instructions in this manual are
essential to your ability to ride safely.
1. It is the responsibility of the owner or in the case of a younger rider the parents of the
rider to be certain all assembly instructions have been followed, even if the unicycle has
been assembled by the seller or a professional assembly company.
2. Rules for cycling (bicycle laws) vary from location to location so be certain the rider
knows and understands the rules that apply to usage in your area. Wearing a helmet is
an example of a rule which may exist which make sense as rider safety precautions at all
times and should be followed for all rider use.
3. Know how to operate the unicycle and all equipment on it before first use and be certain
anyone else allowed to use the unicycle knows how to properly and safely use it as well.
PREFACE

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WARNING: For your safety you must carefully read this manual and follow its instructions.
Your unicycle may come with additional instruction sheets that cover features unique to it.
Please ensure that you read and become familiar with their contents and retain them with this
manual for future reference. Remember cycling, in most areas, are subject to the same laws,
rules, and regulations as motor vehicles.
Always wear a CPSC approved helmet when riding your cycle.
Learn and follow local and state traffic use laws.
Any major service or adjustments on your cycle not covered in this manual should be carried
out by your bicycle dealer. If you wish to make adjustments yourself, this manual contains
important tips on how to do it.
CAUTION: Any adjustments you make are entirely at your own risk. Do NOT use your cycle
for freestyle and stunt riding, jumping or competitive events. Do not ride your cycle when any
part is damaged or not working properly. You must, for your safety and the safety of other
users, consult your bicycle dealer for any questions on repairs or maintenance.
WARNING: As with all mechanical components, the unicycle is subjected to wear
and high stresses. Different materials and components react to wear or stress
fatigue in different ways. As your unicycle ages, you should inspect it more frequently
to look for deformed, cracked, bent, or loose components. Such conditions may lead to
sudden failure. This may possibly cause injuries to the rider. If something is cracked or
broken, take the cycle to your dealer for repair or replacement.
PREFACE
CORRECT
Forehead Covered
INCORRECT
Forehead Exposed
A properly fitting, CPSC approved, bicycle helmet
should be worn at all times when riding your unicycle.
The correct helmet should:
– be lightweight and comfortable
– have good ventilation
– cover the forehead and fit correctly
– be securely fastened on the rider
ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET-IT COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE!

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Saddle
Front Handle
Seatpost
Seatpost
Clamp
Frame
Tire
Rim
Saddle
Pedal
Crank Arm
Spokes
Fork
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Important: Use this diagram when reading this manual to help you
understand directions and instructions.

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BEFORE RIDING
1. WARNING - ON AND OFF ROAD CONDITIONS: The condition of the riding surface
is very important to your safety. If the surface is wet, or has sand, leaves, small rocks or
other loose debris on the surface where you plan to ride, carefully decrease the speed of the
unicycle and ride with extra caution. It will take a longer time and more distance to stop.
2. NOTICE: The manufacturer and many legal authorities DO NOT approve or encourage
riding at night. Vision is quite limited at dawn, dusk and at night for riders, motorists and
by-standers. If you must ride at night, take extra precautions, wear flashers on your arms,
wear light-colored clothing, and plan your route to ride in well lighted areas avoiding heavy
traffic areas.
3. NOTE: Always wear shoes when cycling and avoid loose fitting clothes. Wear a cuff band
or trouser clip to keep pants or other loose clothing from getting caught in the wheel. Long
sleeves, long pants, gloves, eye protection, a CPSC approved helmet, elbow and knee pads
are strongly recommended.
Helmet use is required by law in many states and is always a good idea for your safety.
Always wear a helmet when riding and be certain it is properly fitted and securely
fastened.
4. CAUTION: WET WEATHER WARNING: The ability to stop is critical to your safety. Roads
are slippery in wet weather so avoid sharp turns and allow more distance for stopping. If at
all possible, do not ride in wet weather. Vision and control are impaired, creating a greater
risk of accidents and injury.
5. CAUTION: A rider’s best defense against accidents is to be alert to road conditions and
traffic in the area. Do not wear anything that restricts your vision or your hearing.
6. When riding, ALWAYS WEAR A CPSC APPROVED BIKE HELMET. It may save your life.
7. Obey all traffic regulations. Most traffic regulations apply to cyclists as well as
automobile operators. Observe all state and local traffic regulations, signs and signals.
Check with your local police station on licensing and inspection, and where it is
legal to ride your unicycle.

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BEFORE RIDING
8. Keep to the RIGHT SIDE of the road. Follow the traffic flow in a straight line close to the
curb. Watch out for opening car doors and cars moving in and out of traffic. Use caution at
intersections.
9. Never carry passengers. Never carry anything that can inhibit your ability to control the
unicycle.
10. When riding in larger groups, form a single line along the right side of the road. Set up
a sensible distance between riders. Don’t follow too closely.
11. Always be alert. Animals or people may dart in front of you. Give pedestrians the right-
of-way. Don’t ride too close to pedestrians, and don’t park your unicycle where it can get in
the way of foot/vehicle traffic.
12. Be careful at all intersections. Slow down and look both ways before crossing.
13. Use hand signals. Always let other drivers and pedestrians know what you are going to
do. Signal 100 ft. before turning.
14.WARNING: NIGHT TIME OPERATION: We do NOT recommend riding your unicycle at
night. If you have an emergency that requires you to ride at night you must have proper
lights and reflectors. NEVER ride at night without a helmet. You must be able to clearly see
the surface where you are riding and be seen by others.
15. Never hitch rides. Never hold onto moving vehicles while riding. Never stunt ride or
jump on your unicycle.
16. ON AND OFF ROAD OPERATION: Avoid the following road hazards: drain grates,
pot holes, ruts, soft road edges, gravel, leaves (especially when they are wet), uneven
pavement, railroad crossings, manhole covers, curbs, speed bumps, puddles, and debris as
all have an effect on your riding and may result in loss of control. Adjust your speed if you
must ride in such areas.
17. If any components becomes loose while riding, (STOP!!) immediately and tighten, or
bring to a mechanic for repair.

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BEFORE RIDING
Just a minute spent before each ride can significantly improve your safety and the
enjoyment of your ride. So, EACH TIME before you ride make a habit of performing the
following safety checks:
• Try to lift/push down on and twist the seat to confirm it is tight.
• Look at the connection of the pedals to the crank arm. You should not see pedal
screw threads and the pedal should feel firm and be parallel to the ground.
Now, put on your BICYCLE SAFETY HELMET and enjoy your ride. Your safety is well worth
just a minute. Also, be sure to read and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual.

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RIDING RECOMMENDATIONS
For longer distance rides raise the saddle to get a full leg extension when pedaling.
For training or off-road riding you may want to lower the saddle slightly for more
manueverability.
To adjust saddle height, loosen seatpost clamp and raise or lower saddle to desired height.
Once desired height is achieved, retighten seatpost clamp and verify the it is not loose.
NOTE: Seatpost should never be raised above the minimum insertion line.
WARNING! Before riding, check the tire pressure and recheck all fasteners.
WARNING! Always wear an approved safety helmet when riding. Do NOT ride at night.

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WARNINGS
SEATPOST
• Never ride with the seatpost extended above the minimum insertion line.
• Never ride with the seatpost clamp loose.
• If saddle and seatpost feel loose you should check the bolt torque on the seat post
clamp to ensure it is sufficiently tight.
WHEEL
• If wheel doesn’t spin freely, loosen the lower bearing caps slightly.
• Recheck bearing caps after your first few rides.
• Check the wheel often for loose spokes, re-tension or replace spokes as neccesary. A
unicycle wheel takes more load than the two wheels of a normal bicycle so it requires
more care.
TIRE
• Never over or under inflate your unicycle tire, follow maximum and minimum ratings
printed on each tire’s sidewall.
• Check tire often for holes, cuts, bubbles, unusual tread wear or other signs of damage.
Repair or replace the tire as neccesary.

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SADDLE
• Take a moment before each ride to check for any unusual movement. Tighten
anything that feels loose and check for any damage.
• Check the saddle for movement before each ride by securing the wheel between your
legs and trying to twist the saddle and seatpost. If there’s any movement you should
tighten the seatpost clamp before riding.
CRANK ARMS
• Creaking while riding can be a sign that the crank arms are loose on the hub spindle.
If you hear creaks or feel any unusual movement from the crank arms, stop riding
your unicycle immediately! Loose crank bolts will destroy the crank arms and the hub
spindle. They must be tight!
PEDALS
• Loose pedals can also cause creaks and an unsteady feeling when pedaling. Stop
riding immediately! Loose pedals will destroy the crank arms. They must be tight! If
your pedals have come loose, tighten before riding further and if required immediately
consult your dealer.
MAINTENANCE

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WHEEL
• Pings or creaks can be caused by loose or damaged spokes. Always visually inspect
your unicycle before each ride. Spin the wheel, looking for any wheel wobble or
unusual movements from the wheel and tire. Please consult your dealer if the wheel
does wobble or has unusual movement.
• Extreme use can lead to rim damage. Be aware of obstacles and the stresses they
put on both you and your unicycle. If the terrain is hard on you, it’s harder on your
unicycle!
TIRE
• Regular tire rotation can provide longer tire life. Unicycle pedaling creates two distinct
wear spots on the rim. Deflate and move the tire about 45 degrees forward on the rim
for a fresh patch of rubber opposite the pedals. Please contact your local dealer if you
still have any unanswered questions regarding maintenance of your unicycle.
MAINTENANCE

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This Limited Warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser, who must produce proof of
purchase in order to validate any claim. This warranty is not transferable to anyone else.
What does this Limited Warranty cover?
This warranty covers all parts of the unicycle to be free of defects in workmanship and materials.
What must you do to keep the Limited Warranty in effect?
This warranty is effective only if:
- The unicycle is completely and correctly assembled.
- The unicycle is used under normal conditions for its intended purpose,
by a person that properly fits and is capable of controlling the unicycle.
- The unicycle receives all necessary maintenance and adjustments.
What is not covered by this Limited Warranty?
This warranty does not include labour and transportation charges. The unicycle is designed for
general transportation and recreational use only. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear,
paint, rust, normal maintenance items, personal injury, or any damage, failure, or loss that is caused
by accident, improper assembly, maintenance, adjustment, storage, or use of the unicycle.
This Limited Warranty will be VOID if the unicycle is ever:
- Used in any competitive sport.
- Used for stunt riding, jumping, aerobatics or similar activity.
- Installed with a motor or modified in any other way.
- Ridden by more than one person at a time.
- Rented or used for commercial purposes.
- Used in a manner contrary to the instructions in this Owner’s Manual. Univega will not be liable for
incidental or consequential loss or damage, due directly or indirectly from use of this product.
For how long does this Limited Warranty last?
The frame is warranted for the usable life of the unicycle. Univega will replace the frame at no charge,
should it fail in any weld point when the cycle has been used in a normal manner, and determined by
our inspection Univega will also replace the fork if it should fail at any weld point. You must receive
prior authorization from Univega Customer Service, before returning any product or parts. All other
components are warranted against defects for six months from the date of purchase when properly
assembled and used in a normal manner.
What will Univega do?
We will replace, without charge to you, any frame, fork, or component found to be defective by
Univega. CONSUMER MUST PAY ALL LABOR AND TRANSPORTATION CHARGES CONNECTED WITH
THE REPAIR OR WARRANTY WORK.
How do you get service?
If any part of your unicycle should fail to meet your expectations, first contact an authorized Univega
retailer or distributor to initiate a warranty claim. All warranty claims are to be submitted by contacting
the Univega Customer Service Department at 1-973-543-2599 or [email protected].
What rights do you have?
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from
State to State.
LIMITED WARRANTY

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