Avanti Bikes Owners Manual

It is important for you, or any rider of the bicycle, to read this manual before your first ride – even if you are an experienced cyclist.!

welcome Thanks for buying an Avanti and welcome to a great riding experience.

Your Avanti is designed with you, the rider, in mind using our unique Avanti Design Technology

philosophy and is built with quality components throughout, including the very latest in Shimano or SRAM

components.

If you look after your bike and service it regularly you’ll enjoy years of trouble free riding. Our lifetime

warranty supports the confidence we have in the quality of Avanti bicycles and means you can relax and

enjoy your riding.

In this guide you’ll find some useful information about your bike, how it works and how to look after it. If

you’re new to riding or getting back into it after a break there are also some useful tips to make your riding

more comfortable, safe and just plain enjoyable.

We know you’ll be keen to get riding on your shiny new bike but take some time to read the guide first.

Trust us, it’ll be worth it. You should particularly take notice of the safety information warnings throughout

- they’re there to help you avoid injury. We recommend you keep the manual handy after the first read too

as it’s a useful reference tool.

We’re sure you’ll be 100% satisfied with the performance of your Avanti. If you need help at any time,

please get in touch with your Avanti Dealer who will be happy to assist.

A list of Avanti dealers can be found on avantibikes.com.

Let’s go riding!

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contents 3 General warninG and safety advice

4 the parts of your bike

6 how the parts of your bike work - Wheel Release and Removal - Wheels and Tyres - Bicycle Suspension / Forks - Brakes - Gears - Cables - Clipless Pedals

24 fittinG your bike (ridinG comfort)

28 stayinG safe - Safety Equipment - The 60 Second Pre Ride Safety Check - Tips for Safe Riding - Wet Weather Riding - Night Riding

32 puncture repairs

36 lookinG after your bike - Break in Period - General Maintenance - Bicycle Adjustment - Cleaning - Lubrication - Storage - Security

42 your first ride - What to Take - Riding Tips - Getting Home

45 travellinG with your bike

46 your avanti dealer

47 warranty

50 avanti bike service plan

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General warninG and safety advice: Cycling can sometimes be a hazardous activity even under the best of circumstances. Proper maintenance

of your bicycle is your responsibility as it helps reduce the risk of injury. This manual contains many

“Warnings” and “Cautions” which highlight the importance of inspecting and maintaining your bicycle that

you should pay particular attention to.

Even if you’ve been riding a bike all your life, you probably need an updating of your bicycling habits,

knowledge and assumptions. Why? Because bicycles are going through some pretty dramatic changes in

technology which affect function, handling, comfort, performance and safety.

It is compulsory to wear a safety standards approved helmet while cycling.

We recommend you use only authorised components or accessories to ensure your safety.

Quick release: Proper operation of the quick release is essential to safe riding. Check the quick release before every ride

and make sure it is properly secured. If it is not properly secured, the front wheel may wobble or disengage

from the bicycle, which may result in serious injury. If you do not fully understand the quick release

operation, see your Avanti Dealer.

note for parents:Young children may not be able to ride a bicycle without assistance of some kind. Some children may

need training wheels to help develop balance and control skills. When installing training wheels on a

bicycle, follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully and check chain tension and brake operation before

allowing a child to ride a bicycle. It is important that all children master the skills necessary to stop the

bicycle when required. It is necessary that all children master this and all other bicycle handling and safety

related skills before being allowed to ride without an adult.

carbon crash replacement policy:Carbon has unique qualities that enable it to be light and strong in a variety of riding conditions. However,

in the case of a crash, collision or general impact where the force is absorbed by your carbon frame and/

or components we highly recommend you replace the frame or components concerned even if there is

no sign of damage. At the very least your bike should be inspected by a qualified bicycle technician at an

Avanti dealer. Avanti has a carbon crash replacement programme in place that subsidises replacement

costs in a crash or collision situation. To benefit from this programme or to learn more please contact your

Avanti dealer.

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the parts of your bike

FrameFrame

Stem Stem

Headset Headset

Seat

Seat

Seat Post

Seat PostSeat Post Clamp

Seat Post ClampBrake Cable

Brake Cable

Rear ClusterRear Cluster

Rear Brake

Rear Brake

Rear Derailleur

Rear DerailleurChain

Chain

ChainringChainring

Front DerailleurFront Derailleur

Valve

Valve

HubHub

Brake Lever

Brake Lever

Front BrakeFront Brake

Shifter

Shifter

Tyre Tyre

Spoke SpokeFork

Fork

Down Tube Down Tube

Crank ArmCrank Arm

Pedal Pedal

Chainstay Chainstay

Head Tube

Head Tube

Handlebar

Handlebar

RimRim

Fig. 2B Quick release Cam

Fig. 3 Wheel in rear dropout

Fig. 2A


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how the parts of your bike workremovinG and installinG Quick release wheels

warninG: Riding with an improperly adjusted wheel quick release can allow the wheel to wobble or disengage from the bicycle, causing damage to the bicycle and serious injury or death to the rider. Therefore, it is essential that you:

1. Ask your Avanti Dealer to help you make sure you know how to install and remove your wheels safely.

2. Understand and apply the correct technique for clamping your wheel in place with a quick release.

3. Each time, before you ride the bike, check that the wheel is securely clamped.

a. removinG a Quick release front wheel:

1) Open up the brake shoes

2) Rotate the wheel quick release lever from the locked or CLOSED position to the OPEN position

(fig.1).

3) If your front fork does not have a secondary retention device, go to step 5.

4) If your front fork has a clip on type secondary retention device, disengage it.

5) If your front fork has an integral secondary retention device, loosen the tension adjusting nut about six

full turns.

6) Raise the front wheel a few centimetres off the ground and tap the top of the wheel with the palm of

your hand to knock the wheel out of the front fork.

Fig. 1 Quick release Cam

Turn Tension adjusting nut to adjust

clamping force

Closed position

Open position

b. installinG a Quick release front wheel:

1) Rotate the quick release lever so that it curves away from the wheel

(fig. 2B). This is the OPEN position.

2) With steering fork facing forward, insert the wheel between the fork

blades so the axle seats firmly at the top of the slots which are at the

tips of fork blades. The quick release lever should be on the left side of

the bicycle (fig. 1). If your bike has a clip on type secondary retention

device, engage it.

3) Holding the quick-release lever in the OPEN position with your right

hand, tighten the tension adjusting nut with your left hand until it is

finger tight against the fork dropout (fig. 2).

4) While pushing the wheel firmly to the top of the slots in the fork

dropouts and at the same time centering the wheel rim in the fork,

rotate the quick release lever upwards and push it into the CLOSED

position (figs. 1 and 2A). The lever should be parallel to the fork blade

and curved toward the wheel.

caution: If you can fully close the quick release without wrapping your fingers around the fork blade for

leverage, and the lever does not leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand, the tension is

insufficient. Open the lever, turn the tension adjusting nut clockwise a quarter turn, and then

try again.

5) If the lever cannot be pushed all the way to a position parallel to the fork blade, return the lever to the

OPEN position. Then turn the tension adjusting nut counterclockwise one quarter turn and try tightening

the lever again. Close the brake shoes, then spin the wheel to make sure it is centred in the frame and

clears the brake shoes.

warninG: Secondary retention devices are not a substitute for correct quick release

adjustment. Failure to properly adjust the quick release mechanism can cause the

wheel to wobble or disengage, which could result in serious injury.


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c. removinG a Quick release rear wheel:

1) Open up the brake shoes.

2) Shift the rear derailleur to the outermost gear (the smallest, rear sprocket) and pull the derailleur body

back with your right hand.

3) Rotate the quick-release lever to the OPEN position (fig. 2B)

4) Lift the rear wheel off the ground a few centimetres and with the derailleur still pulled back, push the

wheel forward and down until it comes out of the rear dropouts.

d. installinG a Quick release rear wheel:

1) Shift the rear derailleur to its outermost position and pull the derailleur body back with your right hand.

2) Rotate the quick release lever to the OPEN position (see fig. 2A). The levers should be on the side of the

wheel opposite the derailleur and freewheel sprockets.

3) Put the chain on top of the smallest freewheel sprocket. Then, insert the wheel into the frame dropouts

and pull it all the way into the dropouts (fig. 3).

4) Tighten the adjusting nut until it is finger tight against the frame dropout; then rotate the lever toward

the front of the bike until it is parallel to the frames chainstay or seatstay tube and is curved toward the

wheel (fig. 2A and 3).

warninG:

If you can fully close the quick release without wrapping your fingers around the

chainstay or seatstay for leverage and the lever does not leave a clear imprint in

the palm of your hand, the tension is insufficient. Open the lever, turn the tension

adjusting nut clockwise a quarter turn and then try again.

5) If the lever cannot be pushed all the way to a position parallel to the chainstay or seatstay tube, return

the lever to the OPEN position. Then turn the adjusting nut counterclockwise one quarter turn and try

again.

6) Push the rear derailleur back into position.

7) Close the brake shoes; then spin the wheel to make sure it is centred in the frame and clears the brake

shoes.

NOTE: Once the quick release is installed in the hub axle by the manufacturer or the Avanti Dealer, it never

needs to be removed unless the hub itself requires servicing. If the hub requires servicing, consult your

Avanti Dealer.

removinG and installinG bolt on front and rear wheels

a. removinG a bolt-on front wheel:

1) Open up the brake shoes

2) With the correct box wrench or a six inch adjustable wrench, loosen the two axle nuts. (see fig. 4)

3) If your front fork has a clip on type secondary retention device, disengage it and go to step 4. If your

front fork has an integral secondary retention device, loosen the axle nuts about six full turns, then go to

step 4.

4) Raise the front wheel a few centimetres off the ground and tap the top of the wheel with the palm of

your hand to knock the wheel out of the fork ends.

b. installinG a bolt-on front wheel:

1) With the steering fork facing forward, insert the wheel between the fork blades so the axle seats firmly

at the top of the slots which are at the tips of the fork blades. The axle nut washers should be on the

outside, between the fork blade and the axle nut. If your bike has a clip on type secondary retention

device, engage it.

2) While pushing the wheel firmly to the top of the slots in the fork dropouts and at the same time centring

the wheel rim in the fork, use the correct box wrench or a six inch adjustable wrench to tighten the axle

nuts firmly.

3) Close the brake shoes; then spin the wheel to make sure that it is centred in the frame and clears the

brake shoes.

Fig. 4 Bottom Wheel in front Dropouts

Closed

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c. removinG a bolt-on rear wheel:

1) Open the rear brake shoes.

2) Shift the rear derailleur to outer most gear (the smallest rear sprocket)

and pull the derailleur body back with your right hand.

3) With the correct box wrench or a six inch adjustable wrench, loosen

the two axle nuts. (see fig. 5)

4) Lift the rear wheel off the ground a few centimetres and with the

derailleur still pulled back, push the wheel forward and down until it

comes out of the rear dropouts. Fig. 5 Bolt-on wheel in rear drop-out

d. installinG a bolt-on rear wheel:

1) Shift the rear derailleur to its outermost position and pull the derailleur body back with your right hand.

2) Put the chain onto the smallest sprocket. Then, insert the wheel into the frame dropouts and pull it all

the way into the dropouts. The axle nut washers should be on the outside, between the frame and the

axle nut.

3) With the correct box wrench or a six inch adjustable wrench, tighten the two axle nuts firmly.

wheels and tyres

wheel inspection:

The condition of the wheels and their relationship to your brakes performance are very important. The best

maintenance for a wheel is preventive maintenance. If you are aware of the things that can go wrong, you

may be able to stop trouble before it happens. Watch for these potential problems.

Dirty or greasy rims can render your brakes ineffective. Do not clean rims with solvent. This can leave an oily

film. Wipe your rims with a clean rag or wash them with soap and water, rinse and let them air dry. Do not

ride while wet. When lubricating your bike, be sure not to get oil on the braking surfaces.

Bicycle wheels must withstand great force and weight. Spokes need to be tightened to the correct

tension of your wheels to be both round and centred within the bicycle frame. Because wheel truing is a

complicated procedure, we recommend that you take your bicycle to your local Avanti Dealer.

tyres:

Bicycle tyres are available in many designs and specifications, ranging from general purpose designs to

tyres designed to perform best under very specific weather or terrain conditions. Your bicycle has been

equipped with tyres which the manufacturer felt were the best balance of performance and value for

the use for which the bike was intended. Once you’ve gained experience with your new bike and feel

that a different tyre might better suit your riding needs, your Avanti Dealer can help you select the most

appropriate design.

The size, pressure rating and on some high performance tyres the specific recommended use are

marked on the side wall of the tyre (see fig. 6). The part of this information which is most important to you

is tyre pressure.

Fig. 6 Tyre markings

Tyre Pressure

Direction

Size

e. tensioninG your chain:

The chain must be at the correct tension. If it’s too tight the chain will be difficult to pedal and if it’s too

loose it can come off the sprockets.

Adjust the tension of the chain as follows:

• Loosentheaxlenutsoftherearwheel

• Loosentheclamponthebrakearmbutdonotremovethenutandthescrewfromtheclamp

• Movetherearwheelforwardorbackwardsasnecessaryuntilyoucanpullthechain6mmto12mmfrom

a straight-edge

• Holdthewheelinthispositionandtightentheaxlenutstotherecommendedtorque

• Tightenthebrakearmclamp

warninG:The chain must remain on the sprockets. If

it comes off the sprockets a coaster brake

will not work. When the chain is at the

correct tightness you should have vertical

movement of 6mm to 12mm in the chain.

6mm to 12mm

Psi kPa

30 207

40 267

50 345

60 414

70 483

80 551

90 620

100 689

110 758

120 827

Please note:

PSI pressure is marked

on the tyre. It can be

converted to kPa using

the following table:


bicycle suspension / forks

Some Mountain Bikes come equipped with suspension which are designed to smooth out some of the

shocks encountered in off-road riding. There are many different types of suspension systems, too many to

deal with individually. If your bicycle has a suspension system of any kind, ask your Avanti Dealer to provide

you with the appropriate adjustment and maintenance instructions.

warninG: • Failuretocheckandserviceallsuspensionpivotpointsatregularintervalswillresultin

poor suspension performance and ultimately costly repairs.

warninG: • Replacementforksmusthavethesamerakeandinnerdiameterasthoseoriginally

fitted to the bicycle.

caution: Changing suspension adjustment can change the handling and braking characteristics of your bicycle.

Never change suspension adjustment unless you are thoroughly familiar with the suspension system

manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations, and always check for changes in the handling and

braking characteristics of the bicycle after a suspension adjustment by taking a careful test ride in a hazard

free area.

caution: Not all bicycles can be safely retrofitted with some types of suspension systems. Before retrofitting a bicycle

with suspension, check with the bicycles manufacturer to make sure what you want to do is compatible with

your bikes design.

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warninG:

Never inflate a tyre beyond the maximum pressure marked on the tyre’s side wall.

Exceeding this pressure can blow the tyre off the rim, causing possible damage to the

bike and injury to the rider and bystanders.

The best way to inflate a bicycle tyre to the correct pressure is with a bicycle pump.

Your Avanti Dealer can help you select an appropriate pump.

caution:

Gas station air hoses move a large volume of air very rapidly, so will raise the pressure in your tyre very

rapidly. To avoid over inflation using a gas station air hose, put air into your tyre in short, spaced bursts.

Tips on Tyre Pressure:

•Tyrepressureisgiveneitherasmaximumpressureorasapressurerange.Howatyreperformsunder

different terrain or weather conditions depends largely on tyre pressure.

•Inflatingthetyretonearitsrecommendedmaximumpressuregivesthelowestrollingresistance,but

also produces the harshest ride. High pressures work best on smooth surfaces such as hardpack dirt and

pavement.

•Lowpressures,atthebottomoftherecommendedpressurerange,givethebestperformanceonloose

surfaces such as deep dry sand.

•Tyrepressurewhichistoolowforyourweightandtheridingconditionscancauseapunctureofthetube,

by allowing the tyre to deform sufficiently to pinch the inner tube between the rim and the riding surface.

•AskyourAvantiDealertorecommendthebesttyrepressureforthekindofridingyouwillmostoftendo

and have them inflate your tyres to that pressure. Then, check inflation as described so you’ll know how

correctly inflated tyres should look and feel. Some tyres may need to be brought up to pressure every

week or two.

Note:

Some special high performance tyres have unidirectional treads: their tread pattern is designed to work

better in one direction than in the other. The side wall marking of a unidirectional tyre will have an arrow

showing the correct rotation direction. If your bike has unidirectional tyres, be sure they are mounted to

rotate in the correct direction.


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brakes

NOTE: For most effective braking, use both brakes and apply them simultaneously.

Brakes enable you to slow or stop your bicycle which is critical to your safety. The brake system is not easy

to adjust without the correct tools and training. It is strongly recommended that you visit an Avanti dealer if

your brakes need adjusting. If in doubt speak to your dealer.

•Hub brakes: Including coaster brakes or drum

brakes where the brake mechanism is inside the

hub (Figure 8A). Hub brakes are controlled by a

hand lever or by the pedals.

Fig. 8A Hub Brakes

Fig. 8B Disc Brakes

• Disc brakes: Brake pads apply pressure to a

disc mounted to the hub of the wheel (figure

8B). The pressure is controlled with a hand lever

that is connected to the brake by a cable or a

hydraulic hose.

Fig 8B - Disc brake parts:

1. Attachment bolts

2. Fixed-pad adjuster

3. Cable-clamp bolt

1.

2.

3.

tips for effective brakinG:

•It’simportanttoyoursafetythatyouinstinctivelyknowwhichbrakelever

controls which brake on your bike. The braking action of a bicycle is a function

of the friction between the brake surfaces, usually the brake shoes and the

wheel rim. To make sure you have maximum friction available, keep your wheel

rims and brake shoes clean and free of lubricants, waxes or polishes.

•Makesureyourhandscanreachandsqueezethebrakeleverscomfortably.If

your hands are too small to operate the levers comfortably, consult your Avanti

Dealer before riding the bike. The lever reach may be adjustable; or you may

need a different brake lever design.

•Mostbrakeshavesomeformofquickreleasemechanismtoallowthebrake

shoes to clear the tyre when a wheel is reinstalled. When the brake release is in

the open position, the brakes are inoperative. Ask your Avanti Dealer to make

sure you understand the way the brake quick release works on your bike (see

figs. 7A, 7B, 7C and 7D) and check each time to make sure both brakes work

correctly before you get on the bike.

•Brakesaredesignedtocontrolyourspeed,notjusttostopthebike.Maximum

braking force for each wheel occurs at the point just before the wheel “locks

up” (stops rotating) and starts to skid. Once the tyre skids you actually lose

some of your stopping force and directional control. You need to practice

slowing and stopping smoothly without locking up a wheel. To do this squeeze

the lever progressively .

•Ifyoufeelthewheelbegintolockup,releasepressurejustalittletokeep

the wheel rotating just short of lockup. It’s important to develop a feel for the

amount of brake lever pressure required for each wheel at different speeds and

on different surfaces. To better understand this, experiment a little by walking

your bike and applying different amounts of pressure to each brake lever, until

the wheel locks.

fig. 7A

fig. 7B

fig. 7C

fig. 7D

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types of brakes

Different types of bicycles have different types of brakes. The brake types can be divided into three types:

•Youwillalsoneedtotransferyourbodyweightwhenbreakingatspeedordownahilltowardtherearof

the bike as under braking your body will naturally want to go forward.

•Everythingchangeswhenyourideonloosesurfacesorinwetweather.Tyreadhesionisreduced,sothe

wheels have less cornering and braking traction and can lock up with less brake force. Moisture or dirt on

the brake shoes reduces their ability to grip. The way to maintain control on loose or wet surfaces is to go

more slowly to begin with.

•TheV-Brakesystemhasalotmorestoppingpowerthanconventionalbrakingsystems.Theyarebasically

the same set up with a similar cable and release system.


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brake adjustmentTo adjust the clearance between the brake pads and the rim:

1. Turn the barrel-adjuster.

- For most V-brake (Figure 8C) or cantilever (Figure 8D) systems the

barrel-adjuster is on the lever. For most road caliper systems (Figure 8E-1)

the barrel-adjuster is on the brake itself.

- To increase the clearance between the brake-pad and rim, turn the

barrel-adjuster clockwise. To decrease the clearance, turn the barrel-

adjuster counterclockwise.

2. If the brake-pads can’t be adjusted correctly with the barrel-adjuster

the following is required:

- Direct-pull and caliper: Decrease the tightness of the cable-clamp bolt

and attach the cable again.

- Cantilever: Re-adjust the brake-pad alignment.

If in doubt take the bike to your dealer for adjustment.

To put a direct-pull, cantilever, or road brake in the centre

1. Turn the centre-adjust screw (Figure 8C-6, Figure 8D-3, or Figure 8E-2)

in small increments.

2. If the brake has two centre-adjustment screws adjust the overall spring

tension while you put the brake in the centre.


To adjust the alignment of the brake-pads on a rim brake

1. Decrease the tightness of the pad clamp bolt.

2. Align the brake-pads as shown in Figure 8F

Then tighten the pad-clamp bolts as follows:

- Caliper: 40-60 lb-in (4.5-6.8 Nm)

- Direct-pull or cantilever: 70-80 lb-in (7.9-9 Nm)

3. After you adjust the brakes check them by pulling the levers. Make

inspection

Before every ride perform the brake check from the Pre-Ride Safety Check.

Monthly, examine all the brake bolts and brake-pads for worn areas. If in doubt take your bike to your

dealer for inspection:

•Rimbrakes:Ifthegroovesinthebrake-padsurfacearelessthan2mmdeep(or1mmdeepfor

direct-pull brakes) replace the brake-pads.

•Discbrakes:Replacebrake-padsthatarethinnerthan1.0mm.

Fig. 8F Brake Pad alignment

•Brake Pad alignment

for Rim brakes:

1. Brake Pad in

alignment with rim

surface

2. Pad and Rim should

be parellel

3. Direction in which

the rim turns

4. 0.5-1.0mm toe-in

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4.

warninG: V Brakes are very powerful with minimal lever pull. Do not pull brakes front brakes on hard

as you may fall or go over the handle bars.

adjustinG your brakes:

If either brake lever on your bike fails the 60 Second Safety Check, you can restore brake lever travel by

turning the brake cable adjusting barrel (fig. 8E -1) counterclockwise, then lock the adjustment in by turning

the barrels lock nut clockwise as far as it will go. If the lever still fails have your Avanti Dealer check the

brakes.

warninG: Applying the front brake first can pitch the rider over the handlebars, which can cause

serious injury.

•Rim brakes: Brake pads apply pressure to the

rim. The pressure is controlled with a hand lever

that is connected to the brake by a cable. Includes

direct-pull or V-type brakes (Figure 8C) , cantilever

brakes (Figure 8D), and road or caliper brakes

(Figure 8E)

Fig 8C - V brake:

1. Cable- clamp bolt

2. No touch

3. Pipe

4. Link

5. Pad-clamp bolt

6. Center-adjust screw

7. Arm-clamp bolt

Fig 8D - Cantilever brake:

1. Linkwire

2. Arm-clamp bolt


4. Pad-clamp bolt

Fig 8E - Caliper brake:

1. Barrel-adjuster


3. Brake release lever

4. Pad-clamp bolt

Fig. 8C V Brakes

Fig. 8D Cantilever Brakes

Fig. 8E Caliper brakes

1.2.

3.4.

5.

6.

7.

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sure the cable does not slide through the clamp, the brake-pads engage the rim at ninety-degree angles,

and the brake-pads do not touch the tire.


To release the brake for wheel removal

•Formostroadcalipers,liftthebrakereleaselever(Figure8E-3)tothe“up”position.Toclose,turnthe

lever to the “down” position.

To close the brake do the reverse.

•Forcantileverbrakes,releasethelink-wire(Figure8D-1).Withonehand,pushthebrakepadsfullyagainst

the rim. With the other hand, pull the leaded end of the link-wire from the fork on the brake-arm. Release

the brake-pads.


•Fordirect-pullbrakes,disconnectthepipefromthelink(Figure8C-3).Withonehand,pushthepadsfully

against the rim. With the other hand, pull the pipe away from the link, and lift the pipe. Release the brake-

pads.


•Forinternalordrumbrakes,toremovetherearwheel,firstdisconnectthegearandbrakecables.

To disconnect the brake cable push the cable-carrier arm forward and the cable clamp bolt backwards so

the bolt aligns with the larger diameter hole in the carrier.

Pull the cable-clamp bolt out to remove it from the carrier. Slide the brake-cable stop forward to remove it

from the brake-arm. Decrease the tightness of the brake-strap bolt. To disconnect the gear cable, put the

shift lever in first gear. Pull the cable-housing out of the gear-cable housing-stop. Turn the gear cable-clamp

bolt until the washer flats align with the slit in the cog joint bracket. Remove the cable.


To align a hydraulic disc brake

1. Undo the brake attachment bolts slightly (Figure 8B-1).

2. Fully pull the lever, and tighten the bolts to:

100-110 lb-in (11.3-12.4 Nm).

To align a cable disc brake

1. Adjust the clearance between the right brake-pad and the disc

a. Turn the fixed-pad adjuster (Figure 8B-2).

b. If you have difficulty, read the instructions “To adjust the clearance between the left brake-pad and the

disc,” and then adjust the right pad.

2. Adjust the clearance between the left brake-pad and the disc

a. Turn the cable barrel-adjuster: clockwise to increase clearance, anti-clockwise to decrease clearance.

b. If the pads can’t be adjusted correctly, reduce the tightness of the cable-clamp bolt and re-attach the

cable. Tighten the cable-clamp bolt to 50-70 lb-in (5.7-7.9 Nm).

c. After adjustment, turn the lock-nut clockwise to make sure the adjustment doesn’t change.

3. Align the brake with the disc

a. Decrease the tightness of the brake attachment bolts.

b. Slide a business card or other thin object between the right brake-pad and the disc.

c. Pull the lever fully, and tighten the bolts to 100-110 lb-in (11.3-12.4 Nm).

To remove disc brake-pads

1. Take the wheel off the bike

2. Remove split pin which runs through the body of the brake calliper and pads, then with your fingers

or pliers, hold the tang of the brake-pad and pull out the pad.

brake lever adjustment

Brake levers enable you to control the brakes. Their position should enable you to control the brakes with

a minimum amount of effort or movement.

Fig. 8H Mountain Lever 1. Lever-clamp bolt 2. Reach-adjustment screw

Fig. 8I Middle bar Lever 1. Lever-clamp bolt

Fig. 8G Road Lever 1. Lever-clamp bolt

Types of levers:

Road levers for drop handlebars Figure 8G.

Mountain levers for flat handlebars Figure 8H.

Middle-bar brake levers for drop handlebars Figure

8I.

To adjust the position of a lever

1. Find the lever-clamp bolt (Figure 8G, Figure 8H,

or Figure 8I).

2. Reduce the tightness of the clamp bolt two to

three turns.

3. Move the lever to where you want it.

4. Tighten the lever-clamp bolt:

Road or mountain brake-levers: 53-69 lb-in (6.0-7.8

Nm).

Middle-bar levers 20-30 lb-in (2.3-3.3 Nm).

To adjust the reach to the brake-lever

1. Find the reach-adjustment screw (Figure 8H-2)

and turn.

To decrease the reach, turn the screw clockwise. To

increase the reach turn the

screw anti-clockwise.

2. If it’s necessary after you adjust the reach also

adjust the brake pad clearance.

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The gear changing mechanism on your bicycle consists of:

•Arearsprocketclustercalledafreewheelorfreewheelcassette

•Arearderailleur

•Usuallyafrontderailleur

•Oneortwoshifters

•Oneortwocontrolcables

•One,twoorthreefrontsprocketscalledchainrings

•Adrivechain

why all those Gears?

The number of possible gear combinations (“speeds”) is the product of multiplying the number of

sprockets at the rear of the drivetrain by the number of sprockets at the front (6 x 3 = 18, 7 x 3 = 21, 9 x 3 =

27 and so on).

You will get the greatest fitness benefit, produce the greatest sustained power and have the greatest

endurance if you learn to spin the pedals at high revolutions per minute (called cadence) against low

resistance. You will get the least fitness benefit and have the least endurance by pushing hard on the

pedals against heavy resistance. The purpose of having so many gears on a bicycle is to let you choose

the gear which allows you to maintain your optimum cadence under the widest range of riding conditions.

Depending on your fitness level and experience (the more fit, the higher the cadence), optimum cadence is

between 60 and 90 pedal revolutions per minute.

shiftinG Gears:

There are many different types of shifter mechanisms, each preferred for specific types of application

because of its ergonomic, performance and price characteristics. The designers of your bike have selected

the shifter design which they believe will give the best results on your bike. The different types of shifters

and their operation are illustrated in Figures 9A, 9B & 9C .

fig. 9Cfig. 9A

fig. 9B

caution: Never move the shifter while pedalling backward, nor pedal backwards after having moved the shifter.

This could jam the chain and cause serious damage to the bicycle.

warninG: Never shift a misadjusted derailleur onto the largest or the smallest sprocket. The chain

could jam, causing you to lose control and fall.

shiftinG the rear derailleur:

The rear derailleur is controlled by the right shifter. The function of the rear derailleur is to move the drive

chain from one gear to another on the rear gear cluster, thereby changing gear drive ratios. The small

sprockets on the gear cluster produce higher gear ratios. Pedalling in the higher gears requires greater

pedalling effort, but takes you a greater distance with each revolution of the pedal cranks. The larger

sprockets produce lower gear ratios. Using them requires less pedalling effort, but takes you a shorter

distance with each pedal crank revolution.

Moving the chain from a smaller sprocket of the gear cluster to a larger sprocket results in a down shift.

Moving the chain from a larger sprocket to a smaller sprocket results in an up shift.

In order for the derailleur to disengage the chain from one sprocket and move it onto another, the chain

must be moving forward (ie. the rider must be pedalling forward).

shiftinG the front derailleur:

The front derailleur, which is controlled by the left shifter, shifts the chain between the larger and smaller

chainrings. Shifting the chain onto a smaller chainring makes pedalling easier (a down-shift). Shifting to a

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If you experience bad shifting or stiff brakes the problem could be as simple as dirt, rust or kinked cables.

To clean and lube the cables, select the smallest chainring on the front and the smallest cog on the rear,

release cable anchor bolts on front and rear derailleurs. The cable goes slack allowing you to remove outer

cable from cable stops. Clean inner cable with rag then cover with a coating of grease. Oil the inside of

outer casing. Refit inner cable into outer casing before fitting outer casing back into the correct position

in cable stops. Tighten inner cables onto anchor bolts of both front and rear derailleurs. This will solve

problems in most cases, if not you may need new cables, your Avanti Dealer will be able to help.

warninG:

Once cables are fitted onto anchor bolts of front and rear derailleur fine tuning of

cable tension will be needed to ensure correct index shifting. Because cable tension

adjustment is a delicate procedure, to ensure correct index shifting, we recommend

that you take your bicycle to your local Avanti Dealer or Service Centre.

which Gear should i be in?

The combination of largest rear, smallest front gears (fig. 10) is for the

steepest hills. The smallest rear, largest front combination (fig. 10) is

for the greatest speed. It is not necessary to shift gears in sequence.

Instead, find the “starting gear” which is right for your level of ability,

a gear which is hard enough for quick acceleration but easy enough

to let you start from a stop without wobbling and experiment with

up shifting and down shifting to get a feel for the different gear

combinations. At first, practice shifting where there are not obstacles,

hazards or other traffic, until you’ve built up your confidence. Once

you’ve learned the basics, experience will teach you which gear

is appropriate for which condition and practice will help you shift

smoothly, and at the right time.

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Hills

Speed

clipless (“step-in”) pedals

Clipless pedals (sometimes called “step-in pedals”) ensure maximum pedalling efficiency. They work like

ski bindings.... a plate on the sole of the shoe clicks into a spring loaded fixture on the pedal. Clipless

pedals require shoes and cleats specifically designed for the make and model of pedal being used.

Many clipless pedals are designed to allow the rider to adjust the amount of force needed to engage or

disengage the foot. Your Avanti Dealer can show you how to make this adjustment.

warninG:

Clipless pedals are intended for use with shoes specifically made to fit them and are

designed to firmly keep the foot engaged with the pedal. Practice is required to learn

to engage and disengage the foot safely. Until engaging and disengaging the foot

becomes a reflex action, the technique requires concentration which can distract

the rider’s attention, causing the rider to lose control and fall. Practice engaging and

disengaging clipless pedals in a place where there are no obstacles, hazards or traffic.


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fittinG your bike We want you to be comfortable and safe on your new bike - the key to this is the right fit. To get the most

enjoyment from your riding and to maximise your comfort and performance your bike should be properly

sized and fitted. So here’s a quick guide to setting yourself up on the on your bike. For a complete set up

see your Avanti dealer.

frame size:

Your Avanti Dealer will have recommended the best frame size for you, based on the information provided.

If someone else selected the bike for you, as a gift, for example, it’s important for you to make sure that it

fits before you ride it.

The first check for correct size is stand over height. Stand over height is the basic element of bike fit.

•Itisthedistancefromthegroundtothetopofthetoptubeatthepointwhereyourcrotchwouldbe

if you were straddling the bike by standing half way between the saddle and the handlebar stem.

•Ifyoucan’tstraddlethebikewhilewearingthekindofshoesinwhichyou’llberiding,andbounce

vigorously on your heels without having the bike touch your crotch, don’t even ride the bike around

the block. The bike is too big for you to ride safely.

•Abikewhichyourideonlyonpavedsurfacesandnevertakeoff-roadshouldgiveyouaminimum

stand over height clearance of 25-50mm. A bike that you’ll ride on unpaved surfaces should give you a

minimum of 50mm of stand over height clearance.

fig. 11 Stand Over Height

fig. 12C

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saddle position

Correct saddle adjustment is an important factor in getting the most performance and comfort from your

bicycle. Your Avanti Dealer will have positioned the saddle where experience tells them most people find it

comfortable. If you find the saddle position is uncomfortable, there are adjustments you can make.

Look at Figures 12A, 12B and 12C, and determine which one illustrates the type of saddle attachment on

your bicycle.

A saddle can be adjusted in three directions:

1. Up and down adjustment:

Your leg length determines the correct saddle height. This height can be found using this simple

procedure.

•Sitonthesaddle;

•Placebothheelsonthepedals;

•Rotatethecrankbackwardsuntilapedalwithyourheelonitisinthedownpositionandthecrankarmis

parallel to the seat tube.

•Ifyourlegisnotcompletelystraightwithyourheelstillonthepedalyoursaddleheightneedstobe

adjusted.

To adjust the saddle height, loosen the seat binder bolt (see fig. 13A & 13B) and move the seat post up or

down as required. Then, make sure the saddle is parallel to the top tube of the bike, and tighten the seat

binder bolt tight enough so that you cannot twist the saddle out of alignment. Check the adjustment as

described above.

Under no circumstances should the seat post project from the frame beyond its

“Minimum Insertion” or “Maximum Extension” mark (see fig. 14)

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warninG: If your seat post projects from the frame beyond the Minimum Insertion or

Maximum Extension mark (see fig.14), the seat post may break, which could cause

you to lose control and fall.

2. Front and back adjustment:

Loosen the saddle clamping mechanism (see fig. 12A, 12B or 12C) and slide the saddle back or forward on

its rails. Start with the saddle clamped in about the middle, then adjust forward or back until you find the

position which is most comfortable for you. Then, tighten the saddle clamping mechanism.

3. Saddle tilt adjustment:

Most people prefer a horizontal saddle; but some riders prefer to have the saddle nose tilted up just a little,

and others prefer it to be tilted down just a little.

•Saddleswithsaddlebrackets(fig.12A)canhavetheirtiltadjustedbylooseningthesaddlebracketnuts,

tilting the saddle to the desired position, and tighten the saddle bracket nuts.

•Saddleswithtwoboltmicroadjustableseatposts(fig.12B)areadjustedbychangingtherelativeposition

of the two bolts which hold the saddle to the seat post and then tighten both bolts. Saddles with single

bolt or two bolt toothed rocker tilt mechanism seat posts (fig. 12C) are adjusted by loosening the clamp

bolt(s) with an Allen wrench, tilting the saddle, and then tighten the clamp bolt(s).

Very small changes in saddle position can have substantial effect on performance and comfort.

Consequently, whenever you make a change to your saddle position, make only one directional change at

a time, and make the changes in small increments until you have found the position at which you are most

comfortable.

handlebar heiGht and anGle:

If your bike is equipped with a stem which clamps directly on to the outside of the steering tube, your

Avanti Dealer may be able to change bar height by moving height adjustment spacers from below the

stem to above the stem, or visa versa. Otherwise, you’ll have to get a different stem. Consult your Avanti

Dealer. However, on most bikes, you can raise or lower your handlebars a bit by adjusting stem height.

Loosen the stem binder bolt by turning it counter-clockwise three or four full turns. If the bolt rises, but the

stem doesn’t, use a piece of wood or a soft mallet to give the bolt a tap to release the wedge. Adjust the

stem position as desired, and tighten the binder bolt tight enough so that you cannot twist the stem and

handlebars out of alignment. (See Fig. 15)

caution: On some bicycles, changing stem height can affect the tension of the front brake cable, locking the front

brake or creating sufficient cable slack to make the front brake inoperable. If the front brake shoes move in

towards the wheel rim or out away from the wheel rim when you change stem height, take your bicycle to

your Avanti Dealer for correct brake adjustment before riding it.

warninG: The stems Minimum Insertion mark must not be visible above the top of the headset

(see fig.15). If the stem is extended beyond the Minimum Insertion mark, the stem may

damage the forks steerer tube or break, which could cause you to lose control and fall.

You can change the angle of the handlebar or bar end extensions by loosening their binder bolt, twisting

the bar or extension to the desired angle, centering it, and tighten the binder bolt tight enough so that the

bar or extensions can’t twist in relation to each other and the stem.

warninG: Failure to properly tighten the stem binder bolt, the handlebar binder bolt or the bar

end extension clamping bolts may compromise steering action, which could cause

you to lose control and fall. If you can twist the stem in relation to the front wheel, turn

the handlebars in relation to the stem, or turn the bar end extensions in relation to the

handlebar, tighten the bolts.

brake and shifter anGle:

The brakes and shifters can be adjusted to suit any particular person. The ultimate position varies from rider

to rider but a rule of thumb is about 45 degrees in line with your arms while seated normally on the bicycle.

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safety eQuipment

helmet:

Always wear a New Zealand or Australian Standards approved helmet while riding. Wear one which fits

comfortably and securely, and does not in anyway interfere with your vision or hearing. We recommend

Standards Approved AVANTI and SPECIALIZED helmets.

Gloves:

Gloves save the skin on your palms. When you fall off your bike you instinctively put your hands down

to save yourself. A quality leather or synthetic glove will help prevent the loss of skin. We recommend

SPECIALIZED and ZERO gloves.

clothinG:

Bright and reflective clothing is particularly important at night when visibility is generally reduced.

For comfort it is suggested lightweight and multi-layer clothing is worn, with particular attention made to

protect hands, feet and head especially against the cold. Do not wear a long coat or a scarf as protection,

as they can easily get caught in the wheels.

eye protection:

Any kind of riding, particularly off-road riding, involves airborne dirt, dust and bugs, so it’s a good idea to

always ride with protective eye wear, tinted when the sun is bright, clear when it’s not. Avanti dealers carry

protective fashion eye wear, some with interchangeable lens systems.

the 6o second pre ride safety check

Here is a simple, 60 second mechanical safety check which you should get in the habit of making every

time you’re about to get on your bike.

nuts, bolts & straps:

Lift the front wheel off the ground by about 10cm, then let it bounce on the ground. Does anything sound,

feel or look loose? Do a quick visual and tactile inspection of the whole bike. Are there any loose parts or

accessories? If so, secure them. If you’re not sure, ask someone with experience to check.

tyres & wheels:

Are your tyres correctly inflated? Check by putting one hand on the saddle, one on the intersection of the

handlebars and stem, then bouncing your weight on the bike while looking at tyre deflection. Compare

what you see with how it looks when you know the tyres are correctly inflated, and adjust if necessary.

Are your tyres in good shape? Spin each wheel slowly and look for cuts in the tread and side wall. Replace

damaged tyres before riding the bike.

Are your wheels true? Spin each wheel and check for brake clearance and side-to-side wobble. If a wheel

wobbles side-to-side or hits the brake pads, take the bike to an Avanti dealer to have the wheel trued.

caution: Wheels must be true for the brakes to work effectively. Wheel truing is a skill which requires special tools

and experience. Do not attempt to true a wheel unless you have the knowledge and tools needed to do

the job correctly.

brakes:

Squeeze the brake levers. Are the brake quick releases closed? Is the straddle cable securely engaged?

Are the brake shoes contacting the wheel rim within 25mm 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.

warninG: Riding with improperly adjusted brakes or worn brake shoes is dangerous and can result in

serious injury.

Quick releases: Are the front wheel, rear wheel and seat post quick releases properly adjusted and in the locked position?

warninG: Riding with an improperly adjusted wheel quick release can cause the wheel to wobble

or disengage from the bicycle, which can cause damage to the bicycle and serious injury.

handlebar and saddle aliGnment:

Are the saddle and handlebar stem correctly installed, parallel to the bikes top tube and tight enough so

you can’t twist them out of alignment?

handlebar ends:

Are the handlebar grips secure and in good condition? If not, replace them. Are the handlebar ends and

extensions plugged? If not, plug them before you ride. On a Mountain Bike or Cross Bike, are the bar end

extensions tight enough so you can’t twist them? If not, tighten them.

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warninG: Loose or damaged handlebar grips or extensions can cause you to lose control and fall.

Unplugged handlebars or extensions can act like a cookie cutter on your body, and can

cause serious injury in an otherwise minor accident.

time to Go ridinG - safely

Now buckle on your helmet and enjoy your ride. Like any sport, bicycling involves risk of injury and

damage. We have made our bikes as safe as we possibly can to provide maximum enjoyment and safety

for you. However you need to remember that you take ultimate responsibility for your safety in the way you

look after your bike and the way you ride.

tips for safe ridinG

1. Always wear a New Zealand or Australian Standards Approved helmet while riding.

2. Familiarise yourself with your bicycle and it’s controls before riding.

3. Be sure your bicycle is in proper operating condition. In particular, check brakes, derailleurs, tyres and

wheels, saddle and seat post, handlebar and stem and all quick release levers.

4. Know and obey all traffic laws. A copy of the road code is available from your local Police station or

book shop.

5. Ride with traffic. Never ride against traffic.

6. Ride in single file.

7. Maintain a steady course. Avoid sudden swerving.

8. Use proper hand signals to alert motorists, pedestrians, and other cyclists of your intention to stop

or turn.

9. Beware of cars entering traffic. Motorists entering traffic often do not see cyclists. Keep a watchful eye

on side streets.

10. Beware of road hazards. The most common road hazards include sand, broken glass, storm drains, pot

holes, pedestrians, parked car doors opening, dogs and railroad crossings.

11. Never ride double or carry packages which obstruct your view or inhibit your control of the bicycle.

12. Always keep at least one hand in control of the handlebars.

13. Never stunt ride or ride while holding onto another vehicle.

14. Do not ride with loose clothing or bare feet. Use leg clips or bands to keep trousers from tangling in

the chain.

15. Never ride at night without proper lighting.

16. Be aware that wet weather riding causes longer braking distances, and a greater possibility of skidding.

18. Be cautious and careful. Never assume that a driver will stop at an intersection. Try to make eye contact

with all drivers and even then, never assume that the driver sees you or will stop in time to avoid

hitting you.

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 accident is dramatically increased in wet conditions.

Ride slower and apply brakes gradually in wet weather.

niGht ridinG

Riding a bicycle at night is many times more dangerous than riding during the day.

Therefore, children should never ride at dusk or at night. Adults should not ride at dusk or at night unless

using lights and reflectors.

warninG: Riding at dusk, after dark or at times of poor visibility without a bicycle lighting system

and without reflectors is dangerous and can result in serious injury or death.

Before riding at dusk or night, take the following steps to make yourself visible:

•Makesureyourbicycleisequippedwithcorrectlypositionedandsecurelymountedreflectors.

•Purchaseandinstallanadequatebatteryorgeneratorpoweredheadandtaillight.

•Wearlightcoloured,reflectiveclothingandaccessories,suchasareflectivevest,reflectivearmandleg

bands, reflective stripes on your helmet, flashing lights ...any reflective device or light source that moves will

help you get the attention of approaching motorists, pedestrians and other traffic.

It’s important to your performance, enjoyment and safety to understand how things work on your bicycle.

Even if you’re an experienced cyclist, don’t assume the way things work on your new bike is the same as

how they work on older bikes. Be sure to read and to understand this section of the Manual. If you have

even the slightest doubt as to whether you understand something, talk to your Avanti Dealer.


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valves(From Left to Right) The Presta Valve…

and the Car (or American) Valve

what you need:1. Spare tube

2. 2 or 3 tyre levers

3. Pump

4. Positive attitude

brake type 1. the calliperHandy Tip: Simply flick the small ‘quick

release’ lever up so that the wheel can drop

out without getting caught up in the brake

pads. Once repair is done, just flip down

the lever again.

brake type 2. v-brakeSqueeze the brake arms together and pull

the cable out of the latch.

Step One

•Undotheplasticvalvecapandun-screwthevalveandpressinifyouusepresta,orpressintheinternal

valve if you have a Car valve and release any air that may be still in the tyre. If you have a presta valve you

may have to un-screw a small silver lock nut from the valve stem also

•Quicklyinspectthesurfaceofthetyreandtrytoseeifthereisanyobviousreasonforthepuncture,this

could speed up the repair if you know where the problem started from. You may see large cuts or thorns,

glass etc…still in the tyre.

Step Two

•Useyourtyreleversandhookthefirstoneunderthebeadofthetyre.Somelevershavesmallhookson

the opposite end and once you have got under the first bead you can bend the lever downwards and

latch them around the spokes below and they should hold securely.

•Repeatthisacrossthetyreuntilaboutonequarterofthetyreisofftherim.Dependingonthecondition

of the tyre, it may be easy to take the tyre from this point. If not…remove the middle lever and try and

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•Thenstartingfromthetopofthewheelbythevalve,usebothhandsandstarttoremountthetyreby

pushing the edge of the tyre towards the centre of the rim.

•Withhalfofthetyremounted,pressthevalveupintothetyre.Youshouldfeelitadjustandthetyreseat

into the rim. Not doing this could cause the tyre to bulge once fully inflated.

•Fittherestofthetyre,rollingthelastpartonwithyourthumbs.Trynottousethetyreleverstoclipover

the last piece; this will cause the tube to pinch. Inspect that the tube is not caught between the tyre bead

and the rim at any point.

•Startpumpingupthetyreuntilyouthinkyouareabouthalfpressure.Stopandassessthetyre,

making sure it looks seated and there are no wobbles. Spin the wheel slowly. Once satisfied, pump

to normal inflation.

Step Three

•Takeonesideofthetyreofftherimandleavetheothersidestillembeddedontherim.

•Reachinandremovethetube,butleavethevalveinsertedintotherimhole.Getyourpumpandpump

some air into the tube and listen for any leaks. This will point you directly to the cause of the problem.

If it’s leaking from a small hole in the tube…track back to the corresponding area on the tyre where the

tube once lived and look for glass, thorns and cuts in the tyre. You may have to feel for it, but be careful

not to cut you fingers!

•Onceyouhavefoundthecause,removethecauseofthepuncturefromthetyre.Thisisveryimportant.

•Pumpafewstrokesofairinthetube,justtogiveitshape.Don’tletthetubetwist.Insertthenewtube,

valve first into the valve hole in the rim. Then tuck the tube into the tyre all the way around the tyre. So all

you should see now is the bead of the tyre over hang one side of the wheel…the tube should be so well

tucked into the tyre, it’s almost hidden. other handy stuff to know

•Youcan’tchangeyourtyrediameter,butyoucanconsiderachangeinwidth.Awidertyrecangivea

more comfortable ride and better traction. A narrower tyre offers easier pedalling and better speed.

•Alwayskeepasparesetofinnertubesonhand.Theyarefairlycheap,andpuncturesarecommon.


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lookinG after your bikeservice and maintenance

How much of your bikes service and maintenance you can do yourself depends on your level of skill and

experience, and on whether you have the special tools required. In most cases it is best to get your Avanti

dealer to service your bike.

warninG: Many bicycle service and repair tasks require special knowledge and tools. Do not begin

any adjustments or service on your bicycle if you have the slightest doubt about your

ability to properly complete them. Improper adjustment or service may result in damage

to the bicycle or cause an accident which can result in serious injury.

break in period

Your bike will last longer and work better if you break it in before riding it hard. Control cables and wheel

spokes may stretch or “seat” when a new bike is first used and may require readjustment by your Avanti

Dealer. Avanti Dealer’s typically suggest you bring the bike in for a 30 day checkup. Another way to judge

when it’s time for the first checkup is to bring the bike in after three to five hours of hard off-road use, or 10

to 15 hours of on-road or more casual off-road use. But if you think something is wrong with the bike, take it

to your Avanti Dealer before riding it again.

General maintenance

If you want to do your own maintenance here are the things you should look out for:

1. Before every ride: Perform a 60 second safety check (page 24).

2. After every long or hard ride; if the bike has been exposed to water or grit; or at least every 160 km:

Clean the bike and lightly oil the chain, freewheel cogs and rear derailleur pulley bushings. Wipe off

excess oil. Lubrication is a function of climate. Talk to your Avanti Dealer about the best lubricants and

the recommended lubrication frequency for your area.

3. After every long or hard ride or after 10 to 20 hours of riding: Squeeze the front brake and rock the

bike forward and back. Does everything feel solid? If you feel a clunk with each forward or backward

movement of the bike, you probably have a loose headset. Have your Avanti Dealer check it.

4. Lift the front wheel off the ground and swing it from side to side. Does it feel smooth? If you feel any

binding or roughness in the steering, you may have a tight headset. Have your Avanti Dealer check it.

5. Grab one pedal and rock it toward and away from the centre line of the bike; then do the same with the

other pedal. Does anything feel loose? If so, have your Avanti Dealer check it.

6. Take a look at the brake shoes. Are they starting to look worn or not hitting the wheel rim squarely? It’s

time to have the Avanti Dealer adjust or replace them.

7. Check the control cables and cable housings. Is there any rust? Kinks? Fraying? If so, have your Avanti

Dealer replace them.

8. Squeeze each adjoining pair of spokes on either side of each wheel between your thumb and index

finger. Do they all feel about the same? If any feel loose, have your Avanti Dealer check the wheel for

tension and trueness.

9. Check the frame, particularly in the area around all tube joints, the handlebars, the stem and the seat

post for any deep scratches cracks or discolouration. Theses are signs of stress caused fatigue and

indicate that a part is at the end of its useful life and needs to be replaced.

10. Check to make sure that all parts and accessories are secure and tighten any which are not.

warninG: Like any mechanical device, a bicycle and its components are subject to wear and stress.

Different materials and mechanisms wear or fatigue from stress at different rates and

have different life cycles. If a component’s life cycle is exceeded, the component can

suddenly fail, causing serious injury to the rider. Scratches, cracks and discolouration are

signs of stress caused fatigue and indicate that a part is at the end of its useful life and

needs to be replaced.

11. As required: if either brake lever fails the 60 Second Safety Check restore brake lever travel by turning

the brake cable adjusting barrel counterclockwise, then lock the adjustment in by turning the barrels

lock nut clockwise as far as it will go. If the lever still fails the 60 Second Safety Check have your Avanti

Dealer check the brakes.

12. If the chain won’t shift smoothly and quietly from gear to gear: the derailleur is out of adjustment. The

cause may be as simple as cable stretch, in which case you can compensate by turning the shifter or

derailleur cable adjusting barrel counterclockwise 1/2 turn. Try shifting again. If 1/2 turn to a full turn of

the cable adjusting barrel does not cure the problem, see your Avanti Dealer.

13. Every 25 (hard off-road) to 50 (on-road) hours of riding: take your bike to your Avanti Dealer for

a checkup.


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list of tools

The list of tools below are the basics you need to adjust your bicycle. Keep them handy!

•TorqueWrench(forassemblyandadjustment)

•AllenKeysetormultitool(forsizingadjustments)

•Phillipsheadscrewdriver

•Flatbladescrewdriver

•150mmadjustablespanner

•Pumpforbike

•Floorpumpwithgauge

•Chainoil(tokeepthebikerunningsmoothly)

•Chaincleaner(togetridofroadgrime)

bicycle adjustment

Adjustments may require special tools and technical expertise. We urge you to make these adjustments

only if you possess the technical expertise to do them properly. Your Avanti Dealer should do any

adjustments beyond your abilities.

We recommend that you use a torque wrench to carry out assembly and adjustments of your bicycle.

Your Avanti Dealer should have all the nuts, bolts and screws correctly tightened for you when you take

delivery of the bicycle. If you make any adjustments to your bicycle, you should be sure to tighten the nuts,

bolts or screws to their correct tightness as indicated by the torque values listed below:

how to keep your bike clean

Bike washing dislodges abrasive residue that can be pulled through a bicycle drive train and intocables.

This residue is what causes the parts to wear quickly. Basically, you wash a bike like you wash a car. Modern

bicycles have sealed or semi-sealed bearing surfaces that can resist some water intrusion. They are not

waterproof. Do not use power washers or direct a high pressure stream of water into any bearing surface

such as hubs, bottom bracket, headset, or cassette.

To wash a bike you need the following equipment:

•Bucket

•Sponge

•Towel(s)

•Stiffbristlebrush

•Hose

•Chainlube

•Watersolublebiodegradabledegreaser

•Startbyrinsingthebikeoffwithagardenhose.Thiswilldislodgethelooseforeignmatterattachedto

the bike.

•Oncetherinseiscompleteapplyabiodegradabledegreasertothedrivetrain.Besureyougettheback

of the chainrings and the cogs as well as the chain.

•Afteryouapplythedegreaseritisagoodideatoletitsoakforafewminutestodissolvelubricant

residue.

•Followingthedegreaser,useastiffbristlebrushtoscrubthechainringsandcogs.Scrubbothsidesof

the chain as it passes over the chainring while back-pedalling. Scrub the drivetrain thoroughly and pay

attention to the back of the chainrings. If you have used wax based lubricants you may have a difficult

time getting the entire residue off.

•Afterscrubbingthedegreaseroffthedrivetrain,soaptheentirebikewithabigspongeandalotofwarm

suds. Wash the handlebar and stem area, getting behind the brake levers and under the stem. Wash

under the saddle and wash both rims and tires. Soap the drivetrain to wash off the degreaser residue.

•Followingthewash,rinsethebikecompletely.Quicklytowelthebikeandtakeitforarideforabout5

minutes to blow the water off. After your short ride towel it off thoroughly.

•Aboutevery3-4washesyoushouldmarkyoursaddleheightontheseatpost,removeyourseatpostand

dry the inside of the seat tube and the outside of the seatpost.

•Followingthecompletedrying,relubeyourchainfromthebottom,ontheinsideofthechain’srotationso

centrifugal force drives the lube into the chin links, not off onto your bike. Wipe all the excess lube off the

chain by back-pedalling the drivetrain through a rag several times.

triathlon use:

Ensure bicycle is cleaned after use as salt from swimming and sweat can cause corrosion. To protect your

paint work use a high quality auto polish. Pay particular attention to areas around cable guides.

Handle binder bolt 150 to 180 in.lbs or 170 to 200 cm.kgf 16.9-20.3 Nm

Stem binder bolt 175 to 260 in.lbs or 200 to 300 cm.kgf 19.8-29.4 Nm

Stem to steerer binder 100 to 120 in.lbs or 115 to 140 cm.kgf 11.3-13.6 Nm

Seat binder bolt 150 to 180 in.lbs or 170 to 200 cm.kgf 16.9-20.3 Nm

Saddle clamp bolts 175 to 350 in.lbs or 200 to 400 cm.kgf 19.8-39.5 Nm

Wheel axle nut 130 to 210 in.lbs or 150 to 250 cm.kgf 14.7-23.7 Nm

Brake Cable Anchor Bolt 50 in.lbs 5.6 Nm

Brake Centre Bolt 70 in.lbs 7.9 Nm

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lubrication

After cleaning and before storage it is important that you lubricate your bicycle.

To keep your bicycle in top running order it is important to lubricate it when new and at regular intervals,

especially after riding in rain or bad weather. We recommend Pedros grease and Pedros bicycle chain lube,

or ask your Avanti dealer.

You should pay particular attention to the following parts:

chain:

Rotate the chain and lightly oil along its complete length. Wipe off surplus oil with a cloth.

brake calipers:

Lightly oil the brake calliper pivot points

lubrication chart

Do not allow oil to come into contact with tyres. Keep oil away from wheel rims and brake blocks.

Avoid over-lubrication, as this will attract dirt.

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If your bicycle is not in regular use or is not going to be used during the winter a few simple tips will ensure

it remains in good condition.

•Firstmakesureitiscleanandlubricated.

•Alwaysstoreitinadryshedorgarage.

•Donotstoreindirectsunlight,astheultra-violetrayswillfadepaintandperishtyres.

•Toprotectthetyres,wesuggestyoustoreyourbicyclewiththetyresofftheground.

•Makesurethetyresarealwayskeptslightlyinflated.

•Donotstorenearelectricmotorsbecauseozonewhichisaby-productofthemotorscandestroyrubber

and paint.

•Donotcoverwithplastic,asthis‘sweats’andwillcauserusting.

•Ifthebicycleisnotlikelytobeusedforsometime(egoverwinter),itissuggestedthatmetalpartsshould

be smeared lightly with grease to help prevent rusting.

DO NOT GREASE WHEEL RIMS.

remember

•Doa60secondsafetycheckbeforereturningittouse(seepage24).

•Cleanoffanyprotectivegreasewithanoilbasedsolvent.Don’tusethinnersorsimilarproducts.

•IfyouneedanyfurtherguidancecontactyourlocalAvantiDealer

security

As you read this a bicycle is being stolen, and most are never returned to their rightful owner. To help you

prevent you becoming one of these unfortunate cyclist, there are a few simple precautions.

•Recordyourframenumberatthebackofthisbook.

•Ifyouhavetoleaveyourbicycleunattendedensurethatyoulockittoasecureobject.Afullrangeof

locks are available from your local Avanti Dealer.

•Asaprecautionitisadvisedthatwhenyouleaveyourbicycleyouremoveanyaccessorieseg.pumpsand

removable lights, and that you secure any quick release items such as seats and front wheels, by locking

them to the bicycle or taking them with you.

PART LUBRICANT INTERvAL

Hubs Grease 6-12 months

Bottom Bracket Grease 6-12 months (off-road riding: 3 months)

Pedals Grease 6-12 months

Headset Grease 6-12 months

Chain Oil Monthly (off-road riding: after each ride)

Derailleurs Oil Monthly

Derailleur Jockey Wheels Oil Monthly

Brake Cables Oil 3 months

Brake Levers Oil 3 months

Brake Cables Oil 3 months


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your first ridewhat to take

Unless you’re going for a short ride in the neighbourhood, or one where you can walk home or call

someone to pick you up if something breaks, we recommend taking the following:

•4mm,5mmand6mmAllenkeys,usedtotightenanyclampingboltswhichmayloosen

•Patchkitandaspareinnertube

•Tyrelevers

•Tyrepump

•Somekindofidentification(sopeopleknowwhoyouareincaseofaccident)

•Acoupleofdollarsincash(forfoodordrink)

•Nutritionincludingawaterbottleandfood

•Mobilephone.Thiscanallbeeasilycarriedinasmallsaddlebagunderyourseat

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•Yourfrontwheelhasmuchmorestoppingpowerthantherearwheel,soyouneedtousethefrontbrake,

along with your rear brake to get a maximum performance stop.

•Butthefrontbrake,ifyousimplygrabit,canlockthefrontwheelandcauseanaccident.Nevergrabthe

brakes; always squeeze them taking note of how hard you are squeezing and also taking note of how

abruptly the bike is slowing down.

Beginner’s Technique:

Squeeze the rear brake first. Do not allow the rear wheel to lock up. Then squeeze the front brake no

harder than the rear brake. This technique should provide you with adequate emergency stopping power

and it requires a minimum of fitness from the rider.

Intermediate Technique:

Squeeze both brakes together, squeezing the front brake slightly harder than the rear brake. If there is any

sign of skidding, let up on both brakes an equal amount. This technique is more difficult than the beginner

technique, because you don’t start out gingerly with rear wheel braking; you need to know how hard to

squeeze the brakes. Generally, this technique allows for shorter stopping distances.

•There’sonetimeyoushouldn’tuseyourbrakes:inmidstofaturn.Brakinginaturncanreduceyour

steering control. It’s best to finish your braking before the turn and pedal through the turn.

Good braking depends on good maintenance. Have your authorised Avanti Dealer keep your wheels true,

your brake cable greased and your brake callipers adjusted for proper performance. Poorly maintained

brakes can be dangerous.

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•Whetheryourideontheroadorthetrail,youwanttokeepyourupperbodymotionlessandrelaxed.

•Unlessyou’restandingonthepedalstoclimbahill,themovementinyourlegsshouldbeinvisiblefrom

the waist up.

•Youneedyourbiketobefittedtoyou,asdescribedearlier.

•Youneedtopedalsmoothly.Thismeansapedallingspeed(‘cadence’)ofaround60to90revolutions

per minute. Too slow a cadence and you have to push hard on a high gear; too fast a cadence and you

bounce on your saddle.

•Onlooseterrainturns,leanthebikeandtakeyourinsidefootoutof(off)thepedalifneeded.

•Thesteeperthedescent,thefurtherbackyoushouldplaceyourweightonthebike.

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if you break a spokeA wheel with a loose or broken spoke is much weaker than a fully tensioned wheel. If you break a spoke

while on a ride, you will have to ride home much more slowly and carefully because the weakened wheel

could break additional spokes and become useless.

warninG: A broken spoke seriously weakens the wheel and may cause it to wobble, striking the

brakes or the frame. Riding with a broken spoke can cause you to lose control and fall.

Twist the broken spoke around the spoke next to it to keep it from flopping around and getting caught

between the wheel and the frame. Spin the wheel to see if the rim clears the brake shoes. If the wheel will

not turn because it is rubbing against a brake shoe, try turning the brake cable adjusting barrel(s) clockwise

to slacken the cable and open up the brakes. If the wheel still won’t turn, open the brakes quick release and

secure any loose cable as best you can. Walk the bike.


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if you crash:

warninG: A crash can put extraordinary stress on bicycle components and frames causing them to

fatigue prematurely. Components suffering from stress fatigue can fail suddenly, causing

loss of control or serious injury.

First, check yourself for injuries and take care of them as best you can. Next, check your bike for damage

and fix what you can.

Then, when you get home carefully perform a 60 second safety check for any other damaged parts. All

bent, scored or discoloured parts are suspect and should be replaced by your Avanti dealer.

caution: If you have any doubt about the condition of the bicycle or any of its parts, take it to your Avanti

Dealer for a thorough check.

travellinG with your bikeby car

There are a few options for transporting your bike with your vehicle. The decision on what rack or carrying

device to buy or use is dependent on a few things also. They include:

1. How often do you transport the bicycle? If you only need temporary or occasional transport, maybe an

affordable or basic system is necessary. If you need something on a daily or weekly basis. You might want

to invest in some thing that will withstand the workload over a longer time period.

2. Is there more than one bicycle? This also applies to the above. With the extra load applied to a rack,

invest in a good system. Some are better designs than others, take your time and tell your dealer your

needs. Just watch your packing skills if loading more than one bike at a time. Take care not to scratch

paint or have bikes rubbing together, especially tyre sidewalls!

3. How big is your vehicle? If you have a large vehicle, you may be able to get away with simply laying the

bike in the rear of a station wagon or in the rear of a van. Or if you have boot or trunk, it may just take

some time in removing the wheels, wrapping the bike in a blanket and lying wheels on top of blanket.

Watch that the rear derailleur doesn’t knock on anything and displace your gears when you get to your

ride meeting place or home.

4. Shape of vehicle. your vehicle or your lifestyle will have an impact on your rack system also. If you have a

wagon or SUV that the rear door needs to open regularly - maybe a tow bar rack is not the answer. You

may need to look at a roof rack system.

5. Ease of mounting bicycle on vehicle. This should also be considered when purchasing a rack. If you

have a high roofed vehicle, you have to consider the disadvantages of this. E.g. Extra fuel consumption,

loading of bicycles, bikes staying clean and overhead clearances. If your bike is tow bar mounted, be

careful not to place wheels or tyres directly next to exhaust pipe, this can quickly cause tyre damage and

in some cases the inner tube to explode.

6. How does the bicycle attach to the rack? The tow bar mounted rack is simple and can have several

versions. They can come with lock down clamps, hooks or bars that you need to tie down with bungy

cords. Roof racks come mainly in two forms. A fork mounted system where the front wheel is removed

and the fork is quick release mounted. Or the entire bike is clamped by an arm that clamps to the down

tube or seat tube and both wheels are clamped.


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your avanti dealer Your Avanti Dealer is there to help you get the bike and accessories which are most appropriate for the

kind of riding that you intend to do and to help you maintain your equipment so you can get the maximum

enjoyment from it. Their staff has the knowledge, tools and experience to give you reliable advice and

competent service. Your Avanti Dealer carries a variety of products so that you can have the choice as to

which best meets your needs and your budget.

To find your nearest Avanti dealer or to learn more about Avanti bikes go to www.avantibikes.com

or www.avantiplus.com.

avanti eXpress warrantyThe express warranties covering Avanti Bicycles are governed by the laws of the state and/or country where

the Avanti Bicycle was purchased, and apply only to the Original Owner of the Avanti Bicycle from the date

of original retail purchase from an Authorised Avanti Dealer.

lifetime warranty on avanti frame and riGid fork

1. AVANTI warrants its Frames and rigid forks (excluding paint, decals and finish) will be free from material

defects in materials and workmanship for the Lifetime of the Original Owner.

one (1) year warranty on components and accessories

2. AVANTI warrants that all standard components and accessories forming part of the Avanti Bicycle, as

described in AVANTI’s standard specification, (including suspension forks, rear shock absorbers, wheels,

drive train, brakes, seat post, handlebar and stem, paint, decals and finish) will be free from material

defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of original retail purchase

of the Avanti Bicycle from an Authorised Avanti Dealer. Third party components and accessories forming

part of the Avanti Bicycle may also be covered by a separate manufacturer’s warranty.

3. The warranty in clause 2 excludes consumable items such as tires and inner tubes.

limitations on avanti eXpress warranties

4. The warranties in clauses 1 and 2 of this Warranty are given to the Original Owner only. They may not be

assigned or transferred to any other person.

5. No warranties are given under clauses 1 or 2 of this Warranty where any defect, damage, malfunction or

failure is caused or contributed to by any of the following things:

(a) trick riding, ramp riding, downhill racing, jumping, aggressive riding, riding on severe terrain, riding in

severe climates, riding with heavy loads, commercial activities, or any similar activities;

(b) any neglect, abuse, misuse, lack of rider skill, improper operation, improper assembly, improper or lack

of repair, improper or lack of maintenance, alteration, modification, or an accident;

(c) any other abnormal, excessive, or improper use;

(d) the installation or use of any components or accessories not originally intended for or compatible with

the Avanti Bicycle as originally sold;

(e) any assembly or maintenance of the Avanti Bicycle by anyone other than an Authorised Avanti Dealer;

(f) any failure to follow the Avanti Bicycle’s owner’s manual; or

(g) normal wear and tear, including the results of fatigue. Fatigue damage is a symptom of the Frame or

Frameset being worn out through normal use, and is considered normal wear and tear. The Original

Owner should regularly inspect the Frame or Frameset, and ensure that the Frame or Frameset is

periodically checked by an Authorised Avanti Dealer for indicators of fatigue, stress or any other

potential failure.

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Authorised Avanti Dealer, will invalidate all warranties under clauses 1 and 2 in relation to the

Avanti Bicycle.

avanti eXpress warranties in addition to consumer protection laws7. Despite anything else in this Warranty or any owner’s manual, nothing in this Warranty or owner’s manual

will exclude, limit or modify any warranty or liability of AVANTI implied or imposed by applicable law, if

to do so would be unlawful or make any part of this Warranty void or voidable.

8. The express warranties in this Warranty are in addition to any warranty that may apply under the

Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (NZ) or the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth) (Australia).

9. Subject to clauses 7 and 8, and to the extent permitted by applicable law, AVANTI’s sole liability for

breaching any of the warranties in clauses 1 and 2 of this Warranty is limited, at AVANTI’s sole election,

to AVANTI:

(a) repairing or replacing the defective item;

(b) supplying the equivalent of the defective item; or

(c) reimbursing the cost of any of the above.

makinG a warranty claim10. To make a warranty claim, the Original Owner must present the complete bicycle incorporating the

Avanti Bicycle to an Authorised Avanti Dealer immediately after the suspected fault or defect becomes

apparent. The complete bicycle must be in assembled condition and accompanied by:

(a) original proof of purchase, which identifies the Avanti Bicycle by serial number; and

(b) evidence that regular servicing and maintenance has been undertaken on the complete bicycle by an

Authorised Avanti Dealer, to show that the Avanti Bicycle has been correctly maintained.

11. AVANTI or its representative will assess the warranty claim and if accepted, will deal with the claim as

set out in clause 9 of this Warranty.

12. All warranty claims must be made within the relevant warranty period referred to in clauses 1 or 2 of this

Warranty.

13. The Original Owner will be responsible for all labour and freight charges incurred by AVANTI

associated with a warranty claim.

eXclusions 14. In no event will AVANTI be liable (whether in contract, tort, negligence or in any other way) for any loss,

damage, cost or expense of any kind whatsoever, that is indirect, consequential, or of a special nature,

arising directly or indirectly from the Avanti Bicycle. AVANTI’s total liability in relation to the Avanti

Bicycle shall be no greater than the amount of the original purchase price paid by the Original Owner

for the Avanti Bicycle.

15. Subject to clauses 7 and 8 of this Warranty, and except as expressly provided in clauses 1 and 2 of

this Warranty, AVANTI gives no warranties in relation to the Avanti Bicycle, either express or implied,

including but not limited to any implied warranties relating to quality, fitness for any particular purpose

or ability to achieve a particular result.

16. This Warranty embodies the entire obligation of AVANTI in relation to the Avanti Bicycle accompanying

this owner’s manual. AVANTI does not authorise or allow anyone, including Authorised Avanti Dealers,

to extend or vary any warranties given by AVANTI.

17. If any provision of this Warranty is held invalid, unenforceable or illegal for any reason, the rest of this

Warranty will remain in full force apart from such provision, which will be deemed deleted.

definitions 18. In this Warranty:

“AVANTI” means:

(a) Avanti Bicycle Company Limited, for an Avanti Bicycle purchased in Australia; or

(b) Sheppard Industries Limited, for an Avanti Bicycle purchased in New Zealand;

“Avanti Bicycle” means a:

(a) complete Avanti bicycle (including any component or accessory forming part of the bicycle);

(b) Frameset; or

(c) Frame,

purchased from an Authorised Avanti Dealer;

“Authorised Avanti Dealer” means a:

(a) Avantiplus dealer authorised by AVANTI; or

(b) any other Avanti dealer authorised by AVANTI;

“Frame” means a bicycle frame;

“Frameset” means a Frame and fork, whether the fork is a suspension fork or rigid fork;

“Lifetime” means either:

(a) the lifetime of Original Owner, where the Original Owner is a natural person; or

(b) 80 years from the date of the original retail purchase of the Avanti Bicycle from an Authorised Avanti

Dealer, where the Original Owner is not a natural person; and

“Original Owner” means the first person to purchase the Avanti Bicycle at retail from an Authorised

Avanti Dealer.


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Please ensure your Avanti Bicycle Technician completes these sections every service.

Dealer: Date: Job No:

Work Done:

Recommendations:

Service Technician:


Work Done:

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Service Technician:


Work Done:

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Service Technician:

6 month bike service check

first 6 week bike service check (free)


Owners Name:

Address:

Telephone:

Avanti Dealer Store:

Sales Person’s Name:

Colour:

Serial No:

Size:

Date of Purchase:

avanti bike service plan We recommend your Avanti bicycle gets serviced regularly by an Avanti Dealer.

Within 6 weeks of purchasing your bike - Bring your bike in for a FREE service check. The Avanti dealer

will adjust your bike’s gears, brakes and ensure components are running smoothly (does not include

replacement parts that may be required).

At 6 months we recommend a full service. Your Avanti dealer at this point can evaluate the wear of your

bike and will conduct routine safety check.

At 12 months and every 6 months thereafter your bike should periodically be serviced.

This timeframe will depend on the frequency you ride and the conditions you ride in and we recommend

you discuss this timing with your Avanti dealer but six months is a good rule of thumb.

These are important safety checks and very important to help prevent cycling accidents and ensure the life

cycle of your Avanti bicycle is maximised.

To receive maximum benefit and enjoyment out of your bicycle we recommend you follow our Avanti Bike

Service Plan over the page. Servicing a bike on a regular basis not only provides you an ongoing safety

check, but enhances the life of the bike as well.

Complete this section and bring this book in each time you get your bike serviced.

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2 year bike service check

2 years and 6 months bike service check

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