MONTAGUE Paratrooper Owner's Manual

1Even if you have ridden a bike for years, it is important for you and every rider to read this manual before riding this bicycle.IMPORTANT: KEEP FOR

10your local dealer for service. When the quick release lever is properly adjusted and in the closed position you should not be able to rotate the lev

11Pull the brake-lever to make sure the brake moves freely and stops the bicycle. If the brake-lever can be pulled to the handlebar, the brake is too

12BEFORE EVERY RIDE CONTINUEDSuspensionAdjust your suspension for your use, and make sure that no suspension component can “bottom-out”, or be fully c

13The fi rst rule in safe bicycle riding is to use common sense. A bicycle is vulnerable; it cannot protect you in a crash, impact, or loss of control

14Caution: Wet Weather RidingBrakes do not work as well under wet conditions as they do under dry conditions. In wet weather, special precautions mus

15RIDING SAFELY CONTINUEDsuddenly, causing loss of control, or serious injury. For more information and a guide for safe on-road and off-road riding,

16RIDING INSTRUCTIONSUsing your BrakesAlways ride with a safe distance between you and other vehicles or objects; use your brakes. Adjust speed, braki

17chainring in front and the largest sprocket in back. For hardest pedaling (while going down-hill, or quickly), position the chain over the largest

18RIDING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUEDobject, it is best to either ride around it or dismount and walk around it.Your body and bicycle will have a natural te

19Your new bicycle was assembled and tuned in the factory and then partially disassembled for shipping. You may have purchased the bicycle already ful

2HELMETSSAVELIVES!Always wear a properly fi tted helmet that complies with CPSC or CE safety standards when you ride your bicycle. Great care should be

20Installing the PedalsYou will fi nd a single pedal in your small parts box. This pedal is stamped “R” for Right. The left pedal should be located on

21pedal is installed by turning the pedal axle counterclockwise (Fig 9).After the pedals can no longer be 3. turned by hand, use the 15 mm pedal wrenc

22Since your Montague relies on quick releases for folding, and adjustment, it is crucial that you fully understand how to operate the quick release l

23(i.e. vertical). Tighten the adjusting nut until you feel resistance.Close the lever, If there is too much 3. resistance for you to be able to close

24Attaching the Front WheelOnce the bicycle frame is in the unfolded position with the frame quick release locked, you will need to attach the front w

25Before riding, 5. lift the front of the bicycle so that the front wheel is off the ground and give the top of the tire a few sharp downward strikes

26purchased, your bike will feature one of three kinds of brake:V-brake (Fig. 20)• Caliper brake (Fig. 19)• Disc brake (Fig. 18)• Consult the followin

27UNFOLDING YOUR MONTAGUE BICYCLE CONTINUEDOnce the wheel is installed, caliper brakes are engaged by moving the brake release lever to the “close” po

28Your Montague bike is designed for quick folding and unfolding without the use of tools. The following steps should be observed to increase the ride

29This chapter lists instructions for adjustment of the parts of a bicycle. After a repair, examine the bicycle as shown in the “Before Each Ride Chec

3TABLE OF CONTENTSWarnings 2Table of Contents 3Introduction 4Record Your Serial Number 4Register Your Bicycle 4Owner’s Responsibility

30To decrease the tightness of the stem wedge, tap the top of the expander-bolt with a mallet that has a wood or plastic face.Adjust the handlebar to

31This system is only on select Montague models. To change the height of your handlebars with the Octagon® stem follow these steps:Open the collar qui

32For more information about the Octagon® height adjustable stem, visit www.Octagoncycles.com.Seat (Saddle) AdjustmentsSaddle angles can be adjusted t

33the opposite direction (Fig. 9). Tighten pedals into the crankarms to 350-380 lb•in (40.2-42.9 N•m). The adjustment of pedal bearings requires speci

34Shift the chain to the outermost/2. smallest rear sprocket by turning the right twist shifter all the way away from you, or moving the right shift l

35H-adjustment screw and test shift again.BrakesThe brake system on your bike lets you slow and stop. The function of this system is crucial to your s

36Turn the barrel adjuster 3. counterclockwise to decrease brake pad clearance.If the brake-pads cannot be adjusted 4. correctly (Fig. 4), decrease th

37Make sure tires are infl ated to proper specifi cations as listed on the sidewall of the tire. If the wear-indicators on the brake surface show the ri

38three full turns.Move the wheel out of the fork or the 3. frame. To install a wheel with a threaded axle and nut:Some rear wheels are attached with

39Many of the items scheduled on the maintenance list are described within this manual. Several items on this maintenance list require special tools a

4IMPORTANT: KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCEThis manual is designed to give you the information you need for the safe operation and maintenance of your new b

40MONTAGUE CORPORATION LIMITED WARRANTYMontague Corporation warrants each new Montague bicycle frame against defects in workmanship and materials for

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42Montague CorporationP.O. Box 381118Cambridge, MA 02238Phone # +1 617-491-7200www.montaguebikes.com© 2010 Montague Corporation, Cambridge, MA, USA

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44MONTAGUE®Bicycle Registration CardIMPORTANT!Please complete and return within the next 30 days OR register online at www.montaguebikes.com/register.

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46From:MONTAGUE CORPORATIONP.O. Box 381118Cambridge, MA 02238

5gives you a link to new instructions. If you make a decision not to complete the registration, make sure you visit the website frequently. Since the

6Damage or injury resulting from negligence, improper operation, improper or unauthorized repair or maintenance, environmental infl uences, or improper

7PARTS OF YOUR BICYCLE1. shift levers2. handlebar3. brake lever4. stem5. saddle6. head set7. seat post8. seat post quick release9. frame quick release

8Make Sure your Bicycle is the Correct SizeYou should ask your dealer or Montague to help you fi nd a bicycle that has the correct dimensions for your

9Ensure that your bicycle is in proper working condition each and every time your ride. If a part of the bicycle does not function correctly, consult