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Cannondale PROPHET Owner's Manual Supplement

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  • Page 1

    1 please note that the specifications and information in this manual are subject to change for product improvement. For the latest product information, go to http://www.Cannondale.Com/tech/. Read this manual carefully! It contains important safety information. Keep it for future reference . Prophet o...

  • Page 2: Warning

    2 about this supplement cannondale owner’s manual supplements provide important model specific safety, maintenance, and technical information. They are not replacements for your cannondale bicycle owner’s manual. This supplement may be one of several for your bike. Be sure to obtain and read all of t...

  • Page 3: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 3 intended use all-mountain intended for trail riding and riding uphill. All-mountain bicycles are more heavy duty than cross country bikes, but less heavy duty than freeride bikes. All-mountain bikes are lighter and more nimble than freeride bikes. All-mountain bikes are heavier and have...

  • Page 4: Warning

    4 about freeriding & downhill warning freeriding and other forms of “extreme riding” are extremely dangerous. You can be severely injured or killed in a serious accident. Freeriding, jumping, hucking, dirt jumping, mountaincross, downhill, slalom, slopestyle, urban or street riding or other evolving...

  • Page 5: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 5 product limitations problems of pilot error aside, hard-core riding also beats the heck out of your equip- ment. Although we build and test our bikes to make them tough, there’s no way that we can guarantee they’ll survive your umpteenth six-foot drop. For starters, there is no industry...

  • Page 6: Front Triangle

    6 frame front triangle 2 1 4 5 3 1. Top tube - formed and tapered to increase impact strength. 2. Delta tube - tapered wall to increase shock mount support. Interrupted top tube for increased stand-over clearance, steering precision and strength. 3. Head tube - externally butted for headset bearing ...

  • Page 7: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 7 swingarm to rsion lateral vertical lateral lateral 3 1 2 1. Chainstays - the custom-formed and tapered chainstays are optomized for lateral stiffness. Tuned for vertical compliance, they distribute stress evenly under extreme landing loads. 2. Hot box pivot - constructed as a welded, ho...

  • Page 8: Warning

    8 maximum fork length maximum fork length is an important frame safety testing specification. You must observe the measurement when installing headset parts, headset adapters, installing and adjusting a fork, and replacement forks. The specification is printed on a warning label indicated in the figure...

  • Page 9: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 9 head tube & headshok headset the head tube accepts cannondale headshok system integration™ headsets (shown), and onepointfive 1.5 (38.1mm) headsets. 137.7mm 134.6mm 4.5” 1 2 3 2 3 headshok fork installation tool cannondale kit # hdtl149/ cannondale kit # qhdst/ebo/ includes two cups (3)...

  • Page 10

    10 line and cable frame protection normal line and cable movement against the frame can wear away painted finishes and decals. Overtime, cable rubbing can wear into the frame itself causing very serious frame damage. Check over your bike after your first few rides. Apply a clear adhesive guard materia...

  • Page 11: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 11 housing guides and cable stops lines and cables on your bike are routed through frame guides using cable stops (1) and /or cable thru guides (2). Periodically, you should check to make sure the stops and guides are in good condition and seated properly in the frame guides. For stops, m...

  • Page 12: Schedule

    12 maintenance the following table includes supplemental maintenance items for your bike. Please consult your cannondale bicycle owner’s manual for more information on basic bike maintenance. And, so you may create a complete maintenance program best suited to you and your riding style, please talk ...

  • Page 13: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 13 about cleaning when cleaning your bike: use only a mild soap and water solution. Clean water and a common dish washing liquid will work best. Cover sensitive areas with a clean plastic bag. Secured temporarily with a rubber band or masking tape, a bag can prevent water damage to variou...

  • Page 14: Pivot Axle & Pivot Nut

    14 swingarm the pivot axle, bearings, and bearing shields are subject to wear depending on use, conditions, and maintenance. Periodic disassembly, cleaning, and regreasing will extend time between necessary renewal. Field check 1. Place the bike in a work stand and remove the rear wheel. 2. Remove t...

  • Page 15: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 15 cross section 4 1 3 8mm allen key b a 4 2 3 1 2 3 b a 19 mm 12 n•m (106 in•lbs) 242 grease grease cannondale kit # kf100/ includes (1), 2x (3), and (4) cannondale kit # kb61902/ includes 1x(2) 2 frame bore caution • remove the rear wheel before servicing the pivot assembly. Support the...

  • Page 16

    16 chainslapper the chainslapper is a replacable protection for the swingarm. It can be installed over and in addition to the clear chainstay protector (see page 11). Install t as shown in photo above. Make sure you press the hook and look sections togther and press firmly along the entire length for...

  • Page 17: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 17 rear derailleur hanger replacement when installing replacements, be sure to throughly clean and inspect the dropout for any damage. Do not install a replacement hanger onto a damaged dropout. 5 mm allen key loctite 242 5 n•m (44 in•lbs) cannondale kit # kf051/ grommet cannondale kit # ...

  • Page 18

    18 12 mm thru axle & derailleur hanger replacement kits are available for 12 mm thru axle type derailleur hangers. When install- ing replacements, be sure to throughly clean and inspect all other parts. Do not install a replacement hanger onto a damaged dropout. 2 = 5.0 n•m (44.2 in•lbs), loctite™24...

  • Page 19: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 19 thru axle wheel truing tool (for 4x models) this special tool is needed to mount the 12 mm thru axle wheels in truing stands. 1 2 3 cannondale kit # kf079 1. Shaft 2. O-ring 3. Cap.

  • Page 20: Fr = 67.5

    20 rear shock 45 mm 37.4mm 27.4 mm 35 mm fr = 67.5 ° xc = 69° 8 mm 242 5 mm allen key 5 n•m (44 in•lbs) bolt replacement cannondale kit # kf101/ (all 4 pieces) grease grease warning keep your hands and fingers out of pinch points. Your fingers or hands can be pinched or crushed if they are caught bet...

  • Page 21: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 21 selecting rear shocks warning select only compatible shocks and forks for your bike. Do not modify your bike in any way to mount one. Have your shock or fork installed by a professional bike mechanic • riding with the wrong rear shock can damage the frame. You could have a serious acci...

  • Page 22

    22 changing the rear shock mounting position x c x c fr fr 69° 67.5 ° swingarm shock location resulting geometry change xc cross-country feel. Steeper head tube and seat tube angles - quicker turning, handling, and better climbing. Fr freeride style riding. Slack head tube seat tube angles - more st...

  • Page 23: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 23 selecting tires any properly installed and inflated tire must not contact any part of the swingarm, frame, or fork and throughout full suspension travel. The u.S. Consumer product safety commission (cpsc) requires at least 1/16” (1.6 mm) tire clearance from any part of the bike. Allowin...

  • Page 24: Prophet Mx, Prophet

    24 geometry hth tta b c e f g h i j a k l stl prophet mx, prophet prophet mx 1, prophet mx 2, prophet 1, prophet 2, prophet 3, prophet 3z, prophet 4, prophet 5, prophet 6 size petite small medium large x-large seat tube length (cm/in) stl 40.5/15.9 ★ 43.0/16.9 48.0/18.9 53.020.9 seat tube angle (deg...

  • Page 25: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 25 specifications item prophet prophet mx frame material 6061-t6, tig welded,, aluminum alloy maximum tire width 2.35” head tube headshok, onepointfive maximum fork length 530mm 570mm seat post diameter 27.2 ±0.1 mm rear shock bushing width (frame mount) 27.4 ±0.1 mm rear shock bushing wid...

  • Page 26

    26 replacement parts (kits) order kit description kf100/ kit,pivot swingarm, prpht/rush kf110/ kit,hware,shock mounting,rush kf101/ kit, hware, shock mounting, prophet kf102/ kit, guide, grommet,-10 pack kf103/ kit, guard, scuffguard-8pk kf051/ kit, der hanger; single sided 2 kb61902/ kit, bearing-6...

  • Page 27: 120017.Pdf

    120017.Pdf 27 owner notes record maintenance history, service, or set up information . Date work performed.

  • Page 28

    28 date work performed.