Gary Fisher 2002 gary fisher bicycles Manuel D’Utilisation
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Make sure your bicycle fits you properly.
Your Fisher dealer should fit you with the proper size of bicycle.
There should be at least 1 inch (25 mm) clearance between the top tube and the rider
There should be at least 1 inch (25 mm) clearance between the top tube and the rider
when standing over the bicycle (Fig. 3). For all terrain bicycles we recommend 2-3 inches
(50-75 mm) clearance.
(50-75 mm) clearance.
You can also adjust the seat and handlebars to offer the best comfort and performance
possible. Read pages 22-25 of this manual before attempting to make these adjustments.
BEFORE YOUR FIRST RIDE
Make sure you are familiar with your bicycle.
Your new Fisher bicycle is a wonder of technology. Its mechanisms provide enhanced
control, more efficient pedaling, increased comfort, and great stopping power. However,
these same features, if misused, can cause you to lose control of the
bike.
these same features, if misused, can cause you to lose control of the
bike.
Familiarize yourself with the use of the mechanisms on this bike.
Practice riding the bike at slower speeds in a flat, empty parking lot
before attempting to ride fast, or riding in more difficult conditions.
before attempting to ride fast, or riding in more difficult conditions.
When riding slowly, do not turn the handlebars while the arms of the
crankset (Fig. 2) are parallel to the ground. Modern high performance
bicycles use a short wheelbase design where the front wheel may
be close to the crankset. With this design it is sometimes possible
at very slow speeds for your foot, or toe clips, to contact the front
wheel or fender when the wheel is turned to the side and your foot is
fully forward. At normal riding speeds this does not happen. At slow
speeds, keep your crankarms vertical while turning.
bicycles use a short wheelbase design where the front wheel may
be close to the crankset. With this design it is sometimes possible
at very slow speeds for your foot, or toe clips, to contact the front
wheel or fender when the wheel is turned to the side and your foot is
fully forward. At normal riding speeds this does not happen. At slow
speeds, keep your crankarms vertical while turning.
In very rare cases some riders, particularly heavier riders on larger
bikes, may experience a “shimmy” or “harmonic oscillation” or “frame
vibration” at certain speeds. Experts disagree on what can cause the
phenomenon but some believe it can be caused by a loose headset, improper spoke
tension, or frame alignment. Riding “no-hands” or front wheel impact are among other
possible causes. If you believe you are experiencing a shimmy, slow down immediately and
take your bicycle directly to an authorized dealer for inspection and repair.
vibration” at certain speeds. Experts disagree on what can cause the
phenomenon but some believe it can be caused by a loose headset, improper spoke
tension, or frame alignment. Riding “no-hands” or front wheel impact are among other
possible causes. If you believe you are experiencing a shimmy, slow down immediately and
take your bicycle directly to an authorized dealer for inspection and repair.
A bicycle is both fun and useful. To increase the utility of your bicycle, many accessories
can be added. Make sure any accessories you choose to add to your bike are appropriate
for your riding, and correctly attached so that they are safe. If you are unsure about the
appropriateness or safety of any accessory, consult your Gary Fisher dealer.
for your riding, and correctly attached so that they are safe. If you are unsure about the
appropriateness or safety of any accessory, consult your Gary Fisher dealer.
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Guide for
Safe Road
Riding
Never allow your foot or toe clip to contact the front wheel or
fender when turning. This may cause loss of control resulting in
personal injury.
If you believe you are experiencing a shimmy, slow down immedi-
If you believe you are experiencing a shimmy, slow down immedi-
ately and take your bicycle directly to an authorized dealer for
inspection and repair. Shimmy may lead to loss of control resulting
in personal injury.
WARNING