Gary Fisher 2004 gary fisher bicycles User Manual

CHAPTER THREE

Inspection, Adjustment & Lubrication

The correct adjustment of the seat angle is largely a matter

of personal preference; first try riding with the top of the seat

parallel to the ground. For bikes with rear suspension, try

tilting the seat nose down slightly so that compression of the

rear shock under your body weight (sag) results in a flat seat.

The seat may also be moved forward or backward along the

seatpost to increase comfort as well as adjust the distance to

the handlebars.

With proper adjustment, the right bike seat will be reasonably

comfortable even for long rides.

To adjust the angle of the seat

1. Loosen the seat fixing bolt just far enough so the seat can

be tilted fore and aft.

Some seatposts use two bolts, where angle adjustment is done by

loosening one bolt and tightening the other bolt.

Seat and Seatpost

WARNING

Extended riding with a poorly adjusted saddle, or one that does

not properly support your pelvic area, can cause short-term

or long-term injury to your nerves and blood vessels. If your

saddle causes pain or numbness, re-adjust the saddle position.

If after adjustment your saddle still causes pain or numbness,

consult your Fisher dealer about further positioning or

replacing the saddle with one that fits you better.

Figure 3.2.3 Leg extension with proper seat
height

2. Place a straight edge, such as a bubble

level or ruler, across the top of the seat

to better see the angle.

3. Adjust the seat and re-tighten the seat

fixing bolt as in

Inspection

To adjust the seat height on a bicycle

1. Sit on the seat in riding position

without shoes, while someone holds the

bicycle up.

2. Position the crank arms so they are

parallel to the seat tube.

3. Loosen the seatpost binder bolt, or

quick-release.