Zigo 1080 series User manual

BICYCLE OWNER’S MANUAL
www.myzigo.com
CARRIER BICYCLE
1080 SERIES

Additional safety, performance and service information for specifi c accessories
such as helmets or lights that you purchase, may also be available. Make
sure that your Authorized Zigo® Dealer has given you all the manufacturers’
literature that was included with your Zigo® Leader™ or accessories. In case of
a confl ict between the instructions in this Manual and information provided
by a component manufacturer, always follow the component manufacturer’s
instructions.
If you have any questions or do not understand something, take responsibility for
your safety and consult with your dealer or get in touch with us at [phone]
or 877-GET-ZIGO or email us at suppor[email protected].
This Manual meets EN Standards 14764, 14766 and 14781.
IMPORTANT
This Manual contains important safety, performance, and service
information about your Zigo® Leader™ bicycle (used in Cycle Mode
and Carrier Bicycle Mode).
The Zigo® Leader™ is shipped with two Manuals: this Bicycle
Owner’s Manual and an Assembly and Operation Manual. Both
contain important safety, performance and service information.
Read them both before you take your fi rst ride, and keep them for
future reference.
NOTE
This Manual is not intended as a comprehensive use, service,
repair or maintenance manual. Please see your Authorized Zigo®
Dealer, or contact Zigo®, for all service, repairs or maintenance. Your
Authorized Zigo® Dealer may also be able to refer you to classes,
clinics or books on bicycle use, service, repair or maintenance.
Zigo, Inc
71 South Orange Ave., Suite 396
South Orange, NJ 07079, USA
Zigo, Inc, retains all rights to the Assembly and Operation Manual and Bicycle
Owner’s Manual. No text, details, illustrations or photographs from either manual
may be reproduced, distributed, used for commercial purposes, or made
available to others without the written consent of Zigo, Inc.
© Copyright 2009. Zigo, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Table of Contents
GENERAL WARNING
A special note to parents
1. First
1.1 Bike fi t
1.2 Safety fi rst
1.3 Mechanical Safety Check
1.4 First ride
2. Safety
2.1 The Basics
2.2 Riding Safety
2.3 Wet Weather Riding
2.4 Night Riding
2.5 Changing Components or Adding Accessories
3.Fit
3.1 Adjustment range
3.2 Saddle position
3.3 Control position adjustments
3.4 Brake reach
4. Tech
4.1 Wheels
4.2 Seat post cam action clamp
4.3 Brakes
4.4 Shifting gears
4.5 Tires and Tubes
5. Service
5.1 Service Intervals
5.2 If your Zigo® Leader™ sustains an impact
Appendix A: Intended Use
Appendix B: Fastener Torque Specifi cations
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2.1 The Basics
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2.3 Wet Weather Riding
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2.4 Night Riding
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2.5 Changing Components or Adding Accessories
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3.1 Adjustment range
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3.3 Control position adjustments
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4.2 Seat post cam action clamp
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4.3 Brakes
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4.4 Shifting gears
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4.5 Tires and Tubes
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5.1 Service Intervals
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Appendix A: Intended Use
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Appendix B: Fastener Torque Specifi cations

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GENERAL WARNING:
Like any sport, bicycling involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to ride a
bicycle, you assume the responsibility for that risk, so you need to know — and
to practice — the rules of safe and responsible riding and of proper use and
maintenance. Proper use and maintenance of your Zigo® Leader™ reduces risk of
injury.
This Manual contains many “Warnings” and “Cautions” concerning the
consequences of failure to maintain or inspect your Zigo® Leader™, and of failure
to follow safe cycling practices.
• The combination of the safety alert symbol and the word
WARNING
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or death.
• 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, or is an alert against unsafe practices.
• 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.
Many of the Warnings and Cautions 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.
Because it is impossible to anticipate every situation or condition which can
occur while riding, this Manual makes no representation about the safe use of
the Zigo® Leader™ under all conditions. There are risks associated with the use
of any bicycle which cannot be predicted or avoided, and which are the sole
responsibility of the rider.

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A special note for parents who let their child ride the
Zigo® Leader™ in Cycle Mode or as the pilot in Carrier
Bicycle Mode:
As a parent or guardian, you are responsible for the activities and safety of your
minor child, and that includes making sure that the bicycle is properly fi tted to
the child; that it is in good repair and safe operating condition; that you and your
child have learned and understand the safe operation of the bicycle; and that
you and your child have learned, understand and obey not only the applicable
local motor vehicle, bicycle and traffi c laws, but also the common sense rules of
safe and responsible bicycling. As a parent, you should read this Manual, as well
as review its warnings and the bicycle’s functions and operating procedures with
your child, before letting your child ride the bicycle.
WARNING: Make sure that your child always wears an approved bicycle
helmet when riding; but also make sure that your child understands that a
bicycle helmet is for bicycling only, and must be removed when not riding.
A helmet must not be worn while playing, in play areas, on playground
equipment, while climbing trees, or at any time while not riding a bicycle.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.

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1.0 First
NOTE: We strongly urge you to read this Manual and the enclosed
Assembly and
Assembly and
Operation Manual
Operation Manual
in its entirety before your fi rst ride. At the very least, read and
make sure that you understand each point in this section, and refer to the cited
sections on any issue which you don’t completely understand. REMEMBER: This
Manual pertains primarily to the Leader™ Cycle as a stand-alone bicycle and
does not contain all of the necessary information regarding use of the Leader™
in Carrier Bicycle, Stroller, Jogger, or Trailer Modes. You must refer to, and read in
its entirety, the
Assembly and Operation Manual
Assembly and Operation Manual
for instruction on the use of the
Leader™ in these modes.
1.1 Bike fi t
1. Is the saddle at the right height? To check, see Section 3.2. If you adjust your
saddle height, follow the Minimum Insertion instructions in Section 3.2.
2. Are saddle and seat post securely clamped? A correctly tightened saddle will
allow no saddle movement in any direction. See Section 3.2.
3. Are the LeaderLink® Brake Coupler and Pod Clamp Knobs tightened securely?
It is critical for your safety that the LeaderLink® Brake Coupler and Pod Clamp
Knobs are correctly tightened. See the Zigo® Leader™ Assembly and Operation
Manual.
4. Can you comfortably operate the brakes? If not, you may be able to adjust
their angle and reach. See Section 3.3 and 3.4.
5. Do you fully understand how to operate your new Zigo® Leader™? If not,
before your fi rst ride, have your dealer explain any functions or features which
you do not understand or contact Zigo® directly.
1.2 Safety fi rst
1. Always wear an approved helmet when riding your bike, and follow the
helmet manufacturer’s instructions for fi t, use and care.
2. Do you have all the other required and recommended safety equipment? See
Section 2. It’s your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the laws of the
areas where you ride, and to comply with all applicable laws.
3. Do you know how to correctly secure your front and rear wheels? Check
Section 4.1 to make sure. Riding with an improperly secured wheel can cause
the wheel to wobble or disengage from the bicycle, and cause serious injury
or death.

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1.3 Mechanical Safety Check
Routinely check the condition of your bicycle before every ride.
• Nuts, bolts screws & other fasteners: Because manufacturers use a wide variety
of fastener sizes and shapes made in a variety of materials, often diff ering
by model and component, the correct tightening force or torque cannot be
generalized. To make sure that the many fasteners on your bicycle are correctly
tightened, refer to the Fastener Torque Specifi cations in Appendix B of this
manual or to the torque specifi cations in the instructions provided by the
manufacturer of the component in question. Correctly tightening a fastener
requires a calibrated torque wrench. A professional bicycle mechanic with
a torque wrench should torque the fasteners on your bicycle. If you choose
to work on your own bicycle, you must use a torque wrench and the correct
tightening torque specifi cations from the bicycle or component manufacturer
or from your dealer. If you need to make an adjustment at home or in the fi eld,
we urge you to exercise care, and to have the fasteners you worked on checked
by your dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING: Correct tightening force on fasteners –nuts, bolts, screws–
on your bicycle is important. Too little force, and the fastener may not
hold securely. Too much force, and the fastener can strip threads, stretch,
deform or break. Either way, incorrect tightening force can result in
component failure, which can cause you to loose control and fall.
• Make sure nothing is loose. Lift the front wheel off the ground by two or
three inches, then let it bounce on the ground. Anything sound, feel or
look loose? Do a visual and tactile inspection of the whole bike. Any loose
parts or accessories? If so, secure them. If you’re not sure, ask someone with
experience to check.
• Tires & Wheels: Make sure all tires, including the two rear wheels of the
ChildPod® are correctly infl ated (see Section 4.7.1). Check by putting one
hand on the saddle, one on the intersection of the handlebars and stem,
then bouncing your weight on the Leader™ while looking at tire defl ection.
Compare what you see with how it looks when you know the tires are
correctly infl ated; and adjust if necessary. Maximum Tire PSI: 65lbs.
• Tires in good shape? Spin each wheel slowly and look for cuts in the tread
and sidewall. Replace damaged tires before riding the bike.
• Wheels true? Spin each wheel and check for brake clearance and side-to-
side wobble. If a wheel wobbles side to side even slightly, or rubs against or
hits the brake pads, take the bike to a qualifi ed bike shop to have the wheel
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CAUTION: Wheels must be true for rim brakes (found on Cycle Front
wheel only) to work eff ectively. Wheel truing is a skill which requires
special tools and experience. Do not attempt to true a wheel unless you
have the knowledge, experience and tools needed to do the job correctly.
• Wheel rims clean and undamaged? Make sure the rims are clean and
undamaged at the tire bead and along the front wheel braking surface.
WARNING: Bicycle wheel rims are subject to wear. Ask a bicycle dealer
about wheel rim wear. Some wheel rims have a rim wear indicator which
indicates when the rim has reached the end of its useful life. Riding a wheel
that is at the end of its usable life can result in wheel failure, which can
cause you to loose control and fall.
• Brakes:
In either Cycle Mode or Carrier Bicycle Mode, check the brakes
for proper operation (see Sections 4.3). Squeeze the brake levers. Do they
feel fi rm? Are all control cables seated and securely engaged? Do the front
wheel brake pads contact the wheel rim squarely and make full contact
with the rim? Do the brakes begin to engage within an inch of brake lever
movement? Can you apply full braking force at the levers without having
them touch the handlebar? If not, your brakes need adjustment. Do not
ride the bike until the brakes are properly adjusted by a professional bicycle
mechanic.
NOTE: Before using your Leader™
• Wheel retention system:
Make sure the front and rear Cycle wheels are
correctly secured. See Section 4.1.
• Seat post:
Check that the seat post quick release is properly adjusted and
in the locked position. See Section 4.2. In Carrier Bicycle Mode, check that
the Push button Release Wheels are correctly secured. See Assembly and
Operation Manual.
• Handlebar and saddle alignment:
Make sure the saddle and handlebar
stem are parallel to the bike’s center line and clamped tight enough so that
you can’t twist them out of alignment. See Sections 3.2.
• Handlebar ends:
Make sure the handlebar grips are secure and in good
condition. If not, have a bicycle dealer replace them. Make sure the
handlebar ends are plugged. If not, have a bicycle dealer plug them before
you ride.
WARNING: Loose or damaged handlebar grips or extensions can cause
you to lose control and fall. Unplugged handlebars or extensions can cut
you and cause serious injury in an otherwise minor accident.

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1.4 First ride
When you buckle on your helmet and go for your fi rst familiarization ride on
your new Zigo® Leader™, be sure to pick a controlled environment, away from
cars, other cyclists, obstacles or other hazards. Ride to become familiar with the
controls, features and performance of your new Leader™.
Familiarize yourself with the braking action (see Section 4.3). Test the brakes at
slow speed, putting your weight toward the rear and gently applying the brakes,
rear brake fi rst. Sudden or excessive application of the front brake could pitch you
over the handlebars. Applying brakes too hard can lock up a wheel, which could
cause you to lose control and fall. Skidding is an example of what can happen
when a wheel locks up.
Practice shifting the gears (see Section 4.4). Remember to never move the shifter
while pedaling backward, nor pedal backwards immediately after having moved
the shifter. This could jam the chain and cause serious damage to the bicycle.
Check out the handling and response of the bike; and check the comfort.
If you have any questions, or if you feel anything about the bike is not as it should
be, consult a bicycle dealer or Zigo® before you ride again.

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2.0 Safety
2.1 The Basics
WARNING: The area in which you ride may require specifi c safety
devices. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the laws of
the area where you ride and to comply with all applicable laws, including
properly equipping yourself and your bike as the law requires.
Observe all local bicycle laws and regulations. Observe regulations about bicycle
lighting, licensing of bicycles, riding on sidewalks, laws regulating bike path
and trail use, helmet laws, child carrier laws, special bicycle traffi c laws. It’s your
responsibility to know and obey the laws.
1. Always wear a cycling helmet which meets the latest certifi cation standards
and is appropriate for the type of riding you do. Always follow the helmet
manufacturer’s instructions for fi t, use and care of your helmet. Most serious
bicycle injuries involve head injuries which might have been avoided if the
rider had worn an appropriate helmet. Make sure that your child always wears
an approved bicycle helmet when riding in the ChildPod® in Carrier Bicycle,
Trailer, or Jogger Modes; but also make sure that your child understands
that a bicycle helmet is for bicycling only, and must be removed when not
riding. A helmet must not be worn while playing, in play areas, on playground
equipment, while climbing trees, or at any time while not riding a bicycle.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Failure to wear a helmet when riding may result in serious
injury or death.
2. Always do the Mechanical Safety Check (Section 1.3) before you get on a bike.
3. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls of your bicycle: brakes (Section 4.3);
shifting (Section 4.4.)
4. Be careful to keep body parts and other objects away from the sharp teeth of
chainrings, the moving chain, the turning pedals and cranks, and the spinning
wheels of your bicycle.
5. Always wear:
• Shoes that will stay on your feet and will grip the pedals. Make sure that
shoe laces cannot get into moving parts, and never ride barefoot or in
sandals.

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• Bright, visible clothing that is not so loose that it can be tangled in the
bicycle or snagged by objects at the side of the road or trail.
• Protective eyewear, to protect against airborne dirt, dust and bugs —
tinted when the sun is bright, clear when it’s not.
6. Don’t jump with your bike. Jumping a bike can be fun; but it puts huge and
unpredictable stress on the bicycle and its components. Riders who insist
on jumping their bikes risk serious damage, to their bicycles as well as to
themselves.
7. Ride at a speed appropriate for conditions. Higher speed means higher risk.
2.2 Riding Safety
1. Obey all Rules of the Road and all local traffi c laws.
2. You are sharing the road or the path with others — motorists, pedestrians and
other cyclists. Respect their rights.
3. Ride defensively. Always assume that others do not see you.
4. Look ahead, and be ready to avoid:
• Vehicles slowing or turning, entering the road or your lane ahead of you, or
coming up behind you.
• Parked car doors opening.
• Pedestrians stepping out.
• Children or pets playing near the road.
• Pot holes, sewer grating, railroad tracks, expansion joints, road or sidewalk
construction, debris and other obstructions that could cause you to swerve
into traffi c, catch your wheel or cause you to have an accident.
• The many other hazards and distractions which can occur on a bicycle ride.
5. Ride in designated bike lanes, on designated bike paths or as close to the edge
of the road as possible, in the direction of traffi c fl ow or as directed by local
governing laws.
6. Stop at stop signs and traffi c lights; slow down and look both ways at street
intersections. Remember that a bicycle always loses in a collision with a motor
vehicle, so be prepared to yield even if you have the right of way.
7. Use approved hand signals for turning and stopping.
8. Never ride with headphones. They mask traffi c sounds and emergency vehicle
sirens, distract you from concentrating on what’s going on around you, and
their wires can tangle in the moving parts of the bicycle, causing you to lose
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9. Never carry a child passenger unless the ChildPod® is attached to the front
in Carrier Bicycle Mode or at the rear in Trailer Mode. Make sure the child is
wearing an approved helmet and is secured with the Restraint Harness.
10. Never carry anything which obstructs your vision or your complete control
of the bicycle, or which could become entangled in the moving parts of the
bicycle.
11. Never hitch a ride by holding on to another vehicle.
12. Don’t do stunts, wheelies or jumps.
13. Don’t weave through traffi c or make any moves that may surprise people with
whom you are sharing the road.
14. Observe and yield the right of way.
15. Never ride your bicycle while under the infl uence of alcohol or drugs.
16. If possible, avoid riding in bad weather, when visibility is obscured, at
dawn, dusk or in the dark, or when extremely tired. Each of these conditions
increases the risk of accident.
2.3 Wet Weather Riding
WARNING: Wet weather impairs traction, braking and visibility, both
for the bicyclist and for other vehicles sharing the road. The risk of an
accident is dramatically increased in wet conditions.
Under wet conditions, the stopping power of your brakes (as well as the brakes of
other vehicles sharing the road) is dramatically reduced and your tires don’t grip
nearly as well. This makes it harder to control speed and easier to lose control. To
make sure that you can slow down and stop safely in wet conditions, ride more
slowly and apply your brakes earlier and more gradually than you would under
normal, dry conditions. See also Section 4.3.
2.4 Night Riding
Riding a bicycle at night is much more dangerous than riding during the day. A
bicyclist is very diffi cult for motorists and pedestrians to see. Therefore, children
should never ride at dawn, at dusk or at night. Adults who chose to accept the
greatly increased risk of riding at dawn, at dusk or at night need to take extra care
both riding and choosing specialized equipment which helps reduce that risk.
Consult a bicycle dealer about night riding safety equipment.

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WARNING: Refl ectors and refl ective materials are not a substitute
for required lights. Riding at dawn, at dusk, at night or at other times of
poor visibility without an adequate bicycle lighting system and without
refl ectors is dangerous and may result in serious injury or death.
Bicycle refl ectors and refl ective materials are designed to pick up and refl ect car
lights and street lights in a way that may help you to be seen and recognized as a
moving bicyclist.
CAUTION: Check refl ectors and their mounting brackets regularly to
make sure that they are clean, straight, unbroken and securely mounted.
Have a bicycle dealer replace damaged refl ectors and straighten or tighten
any that are bent or loose. Check that refl ective material on ChildPod® is
clean and refl ective.
WARNING: Do not remove the front or rear refl ectors or refl ector
brackets from your bicycle. They are an integral part of the bicycle’s safety
system.
• Removing the refl ectors reduces your visibility to others using the
roadway. Being struck by other vehicles may result in serious injury or
death.
• Do not place anything on the ChildPod® front bumper that obscures
the refl ective material or any refl ectors. Use only the authorized
Zigo® Accessories on the ChildPod® front bumper.
If you choose to ride under conditions of poor visibility, check and be sure you
comply with all local laws about night riding, and take the following strongly
recommended additional precautions:
• Purchase and install battery or generator powered head and tail lights
which meet all regulatory requirements and provide adequate visibility.
• Wear light colored, refl ective clothing and accessories, such as a refl ective
vest, refl ective arm and leg bands, refl ective stripes on your helmet, fl ashing
lights attached to your body and/or your bicycle. Any refl ective device or
light source that moves will help you get the attention of approaching
motorists, pedestrians and other traffi c.
• Make sure your clothing or anything you may be carrying on the bicycle
does not obstruct a refl ector or light.
• Make sure that your bicycle is equipped with correctly positioned and
securely mounted refl ectors.
While riding at dawn, at dusk or at night:
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• Avoid dark areas and areas of heavy or fast-moving traffi c.
• Avoid road hazards.
• If possible, ride on familiar routes.
If riding in traffi c:
• Be predictable. Ride so that drivers can see you and predict your
movements.
• Be alert. Ride defensively and expect the unexpected.
• If you plan to ride in traffi c often, ask a bicycle dealer about traffi c safety
classes or a good book on bicycle traffi c safety.
2.5 Changing Components or Adding Accessories
There are many components and accessories available to enhance the
comfort, performance and appearance of your bicycle. However, if you change
components or add accessories, you do so at your own risk. Zigo® may not have
tested that component or accessory for compatibility, reliability or safety on your
Leader™. Before installing any component or accessory, including a diff erent size
tire, make sure that it is compatible with your Leader™ by checking with your
dealer. Be sure to read, understand and follow the instructions that accompany
the products you purchase for your bicycle.
WARNING: Failure to confi rm compatibility, properly install, operate
and maintain any component or accessory can result in serious injury or
death.
WARNING: Changing the components on your bike with other than
genuine replacement parts may compromise the safety of your bicycle
and may void the warranty. Check with a bicycle dealer or Zigo® before
changing the components on your bike.

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3.0 Fit
NOTE: Correct fi t is an essential element of bicycling safety, performance
and comfort. Making the adjustments to your Zigo® Leader™ which result
in correct fi t for your body and riding conditions requires experience, skill
and special tools. Always have a bicycle dealer make the adjustments on
your Leader®; or, if you have the experience, skill and tools, have a bicycle
dealer check your work before riding.
WARNING: If your bicycle does not fi t properly, you may lose control
and fall. If your new bike doesn’t fi t, ask a bicycle dealer to adjust it before
you ride it.
3.1 Adjustment range
The limiting dimension of fi t adjustment on your Zigo® Leader™ Cycle is
determined by saddle height range. You must be able to adjust your saddle
position as described in 3.2 without exceeding the limits set by the height of the
top of the seat tube and the ”Minimum Insertion” or “Maximum Extension” mark
on the seat post.
3.2 Saddle position
Correct saddle adjustment is an important factor in getting the most
performance and comfort from your bicycle. If the saddle position is not
comfortable for you, see a bicycle dealer.
The saddle can be adjusted in three
directions:
1. Up and down adjustment. To check for
correct saddle height (Fig. 1):
• sit on the saddle;
• place one heel on a pedal;
• rotate the crank until the pedal
with your heel on it is in the down
position and the crank arm is
parallel to the seat tube.
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saddle height needs to be adjusted. If your hips must rock for the heel to reach
the pedal, the saddle is too high. If your leg is bent at the knee with your heel on
the pedal, the saddle is too low.
Ask a bicycle dealer to set the saddle for your optimal riding position and to show
you how to make this adjustment. If you choose to make your own saddle height
adjustment:
• open the seat post cam action clamp (see Section 4.2 for cam action clamp
operation)
• raise or lower the seat post in the seat tube
• make sure the saddle is straight fore and aft
• close and check the seat post cam action clamp.
Once the saddle is at the correct height, make sure that the seat post does not
project from the frame beyond its embossed “Minimum Insertion” or “Maximum
Extension” mark.
WARNING: If your seat post is not inserted in the seat tube as described
in 3.2.1 above, the seat post may break, which could cause you to lose
control and fall.
2. Front and back adjustment. The saddle can be adjusted forward or back to
help you get the optimal position on the bike. Ask a bicycle dealer to set the
saddle for your optimal riding position and to show you how to make this
adjustment. If you choose to make your own front and back adjustment, make
sure that the clamp mechanism is clamping on the straight part of the saddle
rails and is not touching the curved part of the rails, and that you are using the
recommended torque on the clamping fastener(s) (Appendix B).
3. Saddle angle adjustment. Most people prefer a horizontal saddle; but some
riders like the saddle nose angled up or down just a little. A bicycle dealer can
adjust saddle angle or teach you how to do it. If you choose to make your own
saddle angle adjustment and you have a single bolt saddle clamp on your
seat post, it is critical that you loosen the clamp bolt suffi ciently to allow any
serrations on the mechanism to disengage before changing the saddle’s angle,
and then that the serrations fully re-engage before you tighten the clamp bolt
to the recommended torque (Appendix B).
WARNING: When making saddle angle adjustments with a single bolt
saddle clamp, always check to make sure that the serrations on the mating
surfaces of the clamp are not worn. Worn serrations on the clamp can allow
the saddle to move, causing you to lose control and fall.
• Always tighten fasteners to the correct torque. Bolts that are too tight
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Either mistake can lead to a sudden failure of the bolt, causing you to
lose control and fall.
Small changes in saddle position can have a substantial eff ect on performance
and comfort. To fi nd your best saddle position, make only one adjustment at a
time.
WARNING: After any saddle adjustment, be sure that the saddle
adjusting mechanism is properly seated and tightened before riding. A
loose saddle clamp or seat post clamp can cause damage to the seat post,
or can cause you to lose control and fall. A correctly tightened saddle
adjusting mechanism will allow no saddle movement in any direction.
Periodically check to make sure that the saddle adjusting mechanism is
properly tightened.
If, in spite of carefully adjusting the saddle height, tilt and fore-and-aft position,
your saddle is still uncomfortable, you may need a diff erent saddle design.
Saddles, like people, come in many diff erent shapes, sizes and resilience. A bicycle
dealer can help you select a saddle which, when correctly adjusted for your body
and riding style, will be comfortable.
WARNING: Some people have claimed that extended riding with a
saddle which is incorrectly adjusted or which does not support your pelvic
area correctly can cause short-term or long-term injury to nerves and blood
vessels, or even impotence. If your saddle causes you pain, numbness or
other discomfort, listen to your body and stop riding until you see your
dealer about saddle adjustment or a diff erent saddle.
3.3 Control position adjustments
The angle of the brake and shift control levers and their position on the
handlebars can be changed. Ask your dealer to make the adjustments for you.
If you choose to make your own control lever angle adjustment, be sure to re-
tighten the clamp fasteners to the recommended torque (Appendix B).
WARNING: Adjusting the control lever angle may interfere with your
steering capabilities in Carrier Bicycle Mode. The control levers may strike
the frame of the ChildPod®, hindering your turning radius. The control
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3.4 Brake reach
If you have small hands or fi nd it diffi cult to squeeze the brake levers, a qualifi ed
bicycle mechanic may be able to adjust the reach of the brake levers without
dangerously reducing brake performance.
WARNING: The shorter the brake lever reach, the more critical it is to
have correctly adjusted brakes, so that full braking power can be applied
within available brake lever travel. Brake lever travel insuffi cient to apply
full braking power can result in loss of control, which may result in serious
injury or death.
NOTE: Also see Section 2 of Zigo® Assembly and Operation Manual.
NOTE: Also see Section 9.6.2 of Zigo® Assembly and Operation Manual.