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Rans Crank Forward Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Crank Forward and Recumbent bikes

Summary of Crank Forward

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    Owners manual for crank forward & recumbent bikes.

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    Your responsibilities a lot of these items are common sense, and it may seem silly to include them in this booklet. In spite of this, when accidents occur, usually one or more of these items were ignored. A little review of the basics can’t hurt. You must have the skill to operate the bicycle safely...

  • Page 3: Crank Forward Bicycles

    Crank forward bicycles.

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    Professional assembly of your rans bike is required before riding! Check security of the wheels, handlebars, brake levers, shifters, grips, and seat prior to riding. Adjustment of the gearing and brakes may be required. Seek the help of your dealer, local bike shop, or qualified bike mechanic for be...

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    Begin by setting the seat with the front tilted down slightly. This adjustment is made using the qr on the underside of the seat. Step over the bike, hold the bars and check for proper leg extension. Proper seat height occurs when the leg is straight when the heel of your foot (with the intended rid...

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    1. Elbows are slightly bent. 2. Wrist are not held at an odd angle producing pressure. 3. The bars are just above the knees or higher. 4. Check the security of clamps after adjusting handlebar. Adjust seat height so leg is straight when heel of the foot is on crank at most extended point. Note, be s...

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    After riding awhile... Too much palm pressure: this is caused by several factors, rough roads, overreaching to the bars, or bars too low. To correct for the rough road, try taking bumps at lower speeds or wearing padded gloves. Correct overreaching first. Check seat location, too high will cause you...

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    Stand up riding: the fusion and cruz are not intended for riding while standing on the pedals. Coasting yes. But since the bars will be too close to your knees when off the saddle, this will conflict with pedaling. The dynamik, zenetik, and alterra’s however can be ridden while off the seat. Some ma...

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    Special consideration for trail riding the dynamik: the lighter front loading will come into play during aggres- sive trail rides, but with a little practice it will become second nature to compensate, and in some cases an advantage, such as popping the front wheel over small obstacles. Crank cleara...

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    Since you will tend to pull harder on the bars on this bike than perhaps the norm, inspect the stem and bar clamps for security. Care... General: the conventional aspects of the crank forward line can be maintained, as any bike should. The bike differs in the seat, seat post, and seat attach bracket...

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    Turn the headset adjuster nut onto the end of the headset adjuster barrel that is not slotted. Continue until the end of the nut is even with the end of the barrel. Slide clamp over threaded section with clamp slot aligned with the slot in the thread- ed section. Slide the assembled headset adjuster...

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    Slide the assembled riser onto the fork steer tube. Tighten the riser clamp. Turn the nut up into the riser clamp. This will push the adjuster clamp into headset, applying tension to the headset bearings. Continue to turn the nut until the headset has no lateral play. Not so tight as to effect the p...

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    Rans crank forward bike hand brake lever handlebar seat and cushion seat tilt adjust seat post quick release rear dropout rear derailluer rear brake sprocket crank pedal front fork rim tire front fork dropout front hub front brake headset adjuster clamp riser clamp handlebar riser shifter seat heigh...

  • Page 14: Accessories

    Www.Shoprans.Com for more details on our line of accessories visit: accessories for your bike rans offers a variety of custom made accessories for your rans bike..

  • Page 15: Recumbent Bicycles

    Recumbent bicycles.

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    Thanks for choosing a rans bike. We are delighted, that you share our enthusiasm for the sport of cycling and we want you to enjoy your rans bike to the fullest. This owner’s manual contains some information you will find useful. Component information from the respective manufacturers of various com...

  • Page 17: Rans Custom Components

    Rans custom components 1. Riser 2. Seat mesh 3. Sprint brace 4. Hoagie seat 5. Seat cushion/cover (std.) 6. Idler 7. Flip-it 8. T-bar 9. Oval or v-clamp 10. Seat pan 11. Cable cover 12. Frame 1 7 9 10 12 12 8 1 10 5 6 9.

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    Assembly and registration bike assembly your serial number & warranty registra tion privacy policy serial number rear dropout serial number bottom bracket rans dealers have agreed that they will assemble and test each bike before delivery. If you have received your bike in a less than fully assemble...

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    Making it fit finding the correct seat position rans bikes are designed to fit all sizes of riders, and to accommodate them with a range of comfort options. Finding your best riding position is easier when you begin with a good fundamental riding posture. Hereʼ’s how to begin: to find the right seat...

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    The oval or v-clamp seat clamp system will release enough to slide with deployment of the qr handle. For seat back tilt adjustments, pull the pins from the sprint brace tubes. When the seat is positioned as desired, clamp with the qr handle. If the sprint brace tube pins have been removed, replace t...

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    Adjusting your riser there are different designs of handlebars and risers used on rans bikes. Rans long-wheelbase bikes usually feature the t-bar riser. Height and bar position are adjustable throughout a three-inch range at both ends of the riser. Using a hex wrench, loosen the clamps, adjust and r...

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    Rans handlebars chopper bar hr 3-way t-bar flip-it.

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    Riding your rans bike if you’re unaccustomed to recumbent riding, it may take some practice to control the bike with confidence. Practice on a smooth surface with plenty of room, free of traffic and obstacles. An empty parking lot is ideal. Itʼs important to become acquainted with your bike before m...

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    Caring for your rans bike frame drive train the rans bike frame requires little to maintain. Keep it clean and dry. Dirt, dust and grit can be removed safely by spraying with common furniture polish and wiping with a clean cloth. Although not required, automotive wax may be applied to finished surfa...

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    Tires rans bikes use high-pressure tires for reduced rolling resistance. Recommended pressures are found on the tire sidewalls. Our bikes use tubes with presta-style valves, and adapters are included for common shrader-style fittings. Presta valves require finger-loosening the valve stem before air ...

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    Oval & v-clamp seat clamps 1. 1 1/2” v-clamp - (bpst0269-l/r) or 2” v-clamp - (bpst0270-l/r) or oval v-clamp - (bpst0312-l/r) 2. 8mm bolt - (bphw0072) 3. 8mm threaded bushing - (bphw0074) 4. 6mm x 60mm skewer - (bsst0006) oval clamp v-clamp 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4.

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    Bikes limited frame warranty rans bicycles, inc. Guarantees its bike frames against breakage for the lifetime of the original owner, subject to these conditions: 2. Damage due to improper assembly or repair. 3. Flaws in the surface, aesthetics, or appearance of the bike, including though not limited...

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    Rans d es igns, in c. 4600 h ig hwa y 183 al te rna te h ay s, ks 67601 pl ac e st amp here randy schlitter, president rans bikes inc. Thanks! Ride safe and please contact us to let us know how the bike is working for you, any comments, ideas, or otherwise that you would like to share. Thanks for pu...

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    Riding - rules of the road 10. Always keep both hands on the handlebar for better control of the bike. Keep your eyes on the road and the traffic around you. Be prepared to make an emergency stop to prevent an accident. 1. Watch for car doors opening and for cars pulling into traffic. Ride defensive...

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    4600 highway 183 alt. Hays, ks 67601 p. (785) 625-6346 f. (785) 625-2795 www.Rans.Com.