Giant Revive - Manuals

W h a t i t ’ s c a l l e d 4 1 . L u m b a r S u p p o r t 2 . L u m b a r S u p p o r t A d j u s t m e n t K n o b 3 . S a d d l e 4 . L u g g a g e C a r r i e r 5 . S a d d l e H e i g h t A d j u s t m e n t L e v e r 6 . G e a r S h i f t e r ( Tw i s t g r i p ) 7 . C h a i n g u a r d / E n...

Getting the Right Fit Seating Adjustment Saddle Height F or maximum pedalling efficiency and power transfer, the saddle should be raised to a height that creates a bend in your knees of approximately 3 0 d e g r e e s w h e n t h e p e d a l i s f a r t h e s t a w a y f r o m y o u ( r i g h t p e ...

Lumbar Support Height: The Lumbar Support assists in maintaining a comfortable and properly aligned riding position, and gives you something to push against when accelerating and climbing hills. It should be positioned below the ribs at the lower portion of your back. (FIG. 6) The Lumbar Support’s a...

Luggage Carrier W h e n u s i n g t h e l u g g a g e c a r r i e r, m a ke s u r e a l l i t e m s a r e s e c u r e l y f a s t e n e d t o a v o i d i n t e r f e r i n g w i t h t h e r e a r w h e e l . The maximum load capacity for the luggage carrier is 33 pounds (15 kilograms). WARNING: Revi...

e x c e s s i v e n o i s e , t a k e y o u r R e v i v e t o y o u r n e a r e s t A u t h o r i z e d G i a n t Pr o f e s s i o n a l C y c l i n g R e t a i l e r i m m e d i a t e l y. Revive DX Cycle Computer For your convenience a cycle computer has been integrated into the Reive DX handlebar...

Stopping: Before coming to a stop, shift the drivetrain into an easier gear selection (1, 2, or 3 on the twist shifter gear indicator) so that you’ll be in an easier gear when you start rid ing again. A lways use both brakes at the same time and place both feet on the ground. 9

Giant Bicycle Owner’s information: 1. FIRST: NOTE: We strongly urge you to read this Manual in its entirety before your first ride; but at the very least, read and make sure that you understand e a c h p o i n t i n t h i s s e c t i o n , a n d r e f e r t o t h e c i t e d s e c t i o n s o n a n ...

5. Does your bike have suspension? If so, check Section 4.F. Suspension can change the way a bicycle performs. Follow the suspension manufacturer ’s instructions for use, adjustment and care. 6. Do you have toe overlap? On smaller framed bicycles your toe or toeclip may be able to contact the front ...

C. Off Road Safety 1 . The variable conditions and hazards of off-road riding require close attention and specific skills. Start slowly on easier terrain and build up your skills. If your bike has suspension, the increased speed you may develop also increases your risk of losing control and falling....

E. Night Riding Riding a bicycle at night is many times more dangerous than riding during the day. A bicyclist is very difficult for motorists and pedestrians to see. Therefore, children should never ride at dawn, at dusk or at night. Adults should not ride at dawn, at dusk or at night unless it is ...

· M a ke s u r e y o u r c l o t h i n g o r a n y t h i n g y o u m a y b e c a r r y i n g o n t h e b i c y c l e d o e s n o t o b s t r u c t a r e f l e c t o r o r l i g h t . While riding at dawn, at dusk or at night: · Ride slowly. · Avoid dark areas and areas of heavy or fast-moving traffi...

3. Fit NOTE: Correct fit is an essential element of bicycling safety, performance and comfort. Making the adjustments to your bicycle which result in correct fit for your body and riding conditions requires experience, skill and special tools. Always have your dealer make the adjustmentso n y o u r ...

. Place one heel on the pedal. . r o t a t e t h e c r a n k u n t i l t h e p e d a l w i t h y o u r h e e l o n i t i s i n t h e f u r t h e s t p o s i t i o n f r o m y o u r b o d y. If your leg is not completely straight and just touching the center of the pedal, your saddle height needs to ...

C. Handlebar height and angle Your bike is equipped either with a special Revive adjustable stem, which can be easily adjusted to your height and reach requirements see the Revive section of this manual for instructions. If you aren’t absolutely sure how to adjust the Revive stem your bike has, ask ...

4. Tech It is important to your safety, performance and enjoyment to understand how things work on your bicycle. If you have even the slightest doubt as to whether you understand something in this section of the Manual, talk to your dealer. A. Wheels WARNING: Riding with improperly adjusted wheels c...

(3) Re-engage the brake quick-release mechanism to restore correct brake pad-to-rim clearance; spin the wheel to make sure that it is centered in the frame and clears the brake pads; then squeeze the brake lever and make sure that the brakes are operating correctly. c. Removing a Bolt-On Rear Wheel ...

(2) With a correctly sized box wrench or a six-inch adjustable wrench, loosen the two axle nuts. (3) Push the wheel forward to slacken the chain, and remove the chain from the chainring and wheel sprocket. (4) Pull the wheel out of the frame. d. Installing a Bolt-On Rear Wheel with Coaster Brake (1)...

Adjusting the seatpost quick release mechanism The action of the quick release cam squeezes the seat collar around the seat post to hold the seat post securely in place. The amount of clamping force is controlled by the tension adjusting nut. Turning the tension adjusting nut clockwise while keeping...

This causes a transfer of weight to the front wheel (or, under heavy braking, around the front wheel hub, which could send you flying over the handlebars). A wheel with more weight on it will accept greater brake pressure before lockup; a wheel with less weight will lock up with less brake pressure....

a . Shifting Gears The different types of shifters and their operation are illustrated in figures J throughO. Identify the shifters on your bike before reading on. The vocabulary of shifting can be pretty confusing. A downshift is a shift to a “slower ” gear, one which is easier to pedal. An upshift...

d. Which gear should I be in? The combination of largest rear and smallest front gears (fig. P) is for the steepest hills. The smallest rear and largest front combination (fig. P) is for the greatest speed. It is not necessary to shift gears in sequence. Instead, find the “starting gear ” which is r...

F. Bicycle Suspension Many bicycles are equipped with suspension systems. There are many different types of suspension systems - too many to deal with individually in this Manual. If your bicycle has a suspension system of any kind, be sure to read and follow the suspension manufacturer ’s setup and...

WARNING: Never inflate a tire beyond the maximum pressure marked on the tire’s sidewall. Exceeding the recommended maximum pressure may blow the tire off the rim, which could cause damage to the bike and injury to the rider and bystanders. The best and safest way to inflate a bicycle tire to the cor...

onto the end of the valve stem. To let air out of a Schraeder valve, depress the pin in the end of the valve stem with the end of a key or other appropriate object. The Presta valve (fig. S) has a narrower diameter and is only found on bicycle tires. To inflate a Presta valve tube using a Presta hea...

5. Service WARNING: Technological advances have made bicycles and bicycle components more complex, and the pace of innovation is increasing. It is impossible for this manual to provide all the information required to properly repair and/or maintain your bicycle. In order to help minimize the chances...

2. Before every ride: Mechanical Safety Check (Section 1.C) 3. After every long or hard ride: if the bike has been exposed to water or grit; or at least every 100 miles: Clean the bike and lightly oil the chain. Wipe off excess oil. Lubrication is a function of climate. Talk to your dealer about the...

Giant Bicycle, Inc., maintains an extensive network of authorized dealers across the U.S. All major repairs and adjustments for your bike shouldbe done by an Authorized Giant Dealer. When you are unable to return your bicycle for service to your original dealer, or locate a local AuthorizedD e a l e...

7. Giant Bicycle Limited Warranty: Giant Bicycle, Inc. (“Giant”) warrants the steel frame and rigid steel fork of each new Giant brand bicycle to be free from defects in material and workmanship for as long as the original purchaser owns the bicycle. All Aluminum and Carbon Fiber frames and rigid fo...

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. What You Should Do Bring your bicycle along with a purchase receipt or other proof of the date of purchase to an Authorized Giant Dealer or write to the Customer Service Department at: Giant Bicycle, Inc. 3...