Giant Revive Manuel d'utilisateur

Welcome to Team GiantGiant is a global bicycle company, dedicated to bringing you the finest bicycles for over thirty years. The Giant brand is sold t

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’llb

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 leas

5. Does your bike have suspension? If so, check Section 4.F. Suspension can change the way a bicycle performs. Follow the suspensionmanufacturer’s in

WARNING: Loose or damaged handlebar grips or extensions can cause you to lose control and fall. Unplugged handlebars or extensionscan cut your body,

2. SafetyA. The Basics1. Always wear a cycling helmet which meets the latest certification standards and follow the helmet manufacturer instructionsf

· Vehicles slowing or turning, entering the road or your lane ahead of you, or coming up behind you.· Parked car doors opening.· Pedestrians stepping

C. Off Road Safety1. The variable conditions and hazards of off-road riding require close attention and specific skills. Start slowly on easier terra

E. Night RidingRiding a bicycle at night is many times more dangerous than riding during the day. A bicyclist is very difficult for motorists and pede

· Make sure your clothing or anything you may be carrying on the bicycle does not obstruct a reflector or light.While riding at dawn, at dusk or at ni

3. FitNOTE: Correct fit is an essential element of bicycling safety, performance and comfort. Making the adjustments to your bicycle which resultin c

GENERAL WARNING p.2A special note to parents p.2Your Revive BicycleRevive at a Glance p.3What It’s Called p.4Getting the right fit p.5Seating Adjustm

. Place one heel on the pedal.. rotate the crank until the pedal with your heel on it is in the furthest position from your body.If your leg is not c

C. Handlebar height and angleYour bike is equipped either with a special Revive adjustable stem, which can be easily adjusted to your height and reac

4. TechIt is important to your safety, performance and enjoyment to understand how things work on your bicycle. If you have even the slightest doubtas

(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 centeredin the f

(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 r

Adjusting the seatpost quick release mechanismThe action of the quick release cam squeezes the seat collar around the seat post to hold the seat post

pressure you apply, the more braking force, up to the point where the rear wheel stops rotating and begins to skid(see paragraph 3. Braking Technique,

This causes a transfer of weight to the front wheel (or, under heavy braking, around the front wheel hub, which could send you flyingover the handleba

a. Shifting GearsThe different types of shifters and their operation are illustrated in figures J throughO. Identify the shifterson your bike before r

d. Which gear should I be in?The combination of largest rear and smallest front gears (fig. P) is for the steepest hills. Thesmallest rear and largest

2GENERAL WARNING:Like any sport, bicycling involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to ride a bicycle, you assume the responsibility for that r

E. Pedals1. Toe Overlap is when your toe can touch the front wheel when you turn the handlebars to steer while a pedal is in the forwardmost position.

F. Bicycle SuspensionMany bicycles are equipped with suspension systems. There are many different types of suspension systems - too many to deal with

WARNING: Never inflate a tire beyond the maximum pressure marked on the tire’s sidewall. Exceeding the recommended maximumpressure may blow the tire

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 theend of a key or other approp

5. ServiceWARNING: Technological advances have made bicycles and bicycle components more complex, and the pace of innovation is increasing.It is impo

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 l

or of individual components may be covered by a warranty for a specified period of time by the manufacturer, this is no guarantee that theproduct will

Giant Bicycle, Inc., maintains an extensive network of authorized dealers across the U.S. All major repairs and adjustments for your bike shouldbe don

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 fr

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.What You Should DoBring your bicycle along with a purchas

3Revive at a GlanceCongratulations on purchasing your new Revive! With a few simple adjustments, you can quickly and easily adjust Revive’s rider comp

What it’s called41. Lumbar Support2. Lumbar Support Adjustment Knob3. Saddle4. Luggage Carrier5. Saddle Height Adjustment Lever6. Gear Shifter (

Getting the Right FitSeating AdjustmentSaddle HeightFor maximum pedalling efficiency and power transfer, the saddle should be raised to a height that

Lumbar Support Height:The Lumbar Support assists in maintaining a comfortable and properly aligned riding position, and gives yousomething to push aga

Luggage CarrierWhen using the luggage carrier, make sure all items are securely fastened to avoid interfering with the rear wheel.The maximum load cap

excessive noise, take your Revive to your nearest Authorized Giant Professional Cycling Retailer immediately.Revive DX Cycle ComputerFor your convenie