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ADJUSTMENTS
A D J U S T I N G T H E S U S P E N S I O N E L E M E N T S
G E T T O K N O W YO U R B I K E
( R E A R S H O C K A N D S U S P E N S I O N F O R K )
Familiarize yourself with your new bike. Verify once
again that all screws are tightened to the correct
The suspension elements we use allow for a variety
torque. Our bikes are equipped with modern disc
of adjustments. When making adjustments, please
brake systems with exceptional braking performance.
note the detailed instructions of the suspension
In addition, the braking performance increases after a
element manufacturer. You can find up-to-date
short break-in period. Try to get used to the braking
information on their websites:
response and how it differs when riding over various
FOX:
http://www.ridefox.com
surfaces. Position the brake levers at your fingertips
RockShox:
http://www.sram.com/en/rockshox
so that they can be pulled without excessive effort.
The same applies to the shifters. Shift smoothly and
C A U T I O N ! N E V E R O P E R A T E YO U R B I CYC L E
without applying too much pressure on the pedals.
This will help protect your drive train components.
W I T H I N S U F F I C I E N T O R E XC E S S A I R
Please choose a safe and familiar terrain for your ini-
P R E S S U R E ! T H I S C O U L D R E S U LT I N D A M A G E
tial test and training rides. You can find all you need to
T O T H E F O R K O R S H O C K S .
know about your bike in our "SAFETY FIRST."- manual
as well.
B A S I C S E T T I N G S
Familiarize yourself with the bike manual before
getting on your bike the first time.
The weight of the rider and his position on the bi-
cycle determine the adjustment criteria for the rear
shock and suspension fork. When sitting on the bike,
B E F O R E E A C H R I D E
the suspension will compress to a certain degree –
By nature, mountain bikes are placed under a lot of
the so-called "sag". Sag should be between 25 – 30 %
strain. The components of the bike react differently
for Enduro bikes, between 30 – 40 % for Downhill
to stresses, from wear and tear to material fatigue.
bikes, and between 10 – 20 % for Dirt bikes. The "sag
value" that corresponds to your riding style is best
Individual components may fail without warning.
determined with a few test rides. Test rides and per-
Please check your bike regularly for signs of damage
sonal preferences will also determine the settings of
and/or have your bike periodically inspected.
the compression and rebound speeds of the suspen-
sion elements.
C H E C K B E F O R E E V E RY R I D E
C A U T I O N ! P L E A S E N O T E
• the seatpost and wheels are firmly secured in
the frame and fork.
Your bike's handling is influenced by each and every
• the wheels spin freely.
adjustment to the suspension elements – therefore,
• the air pressure in the tires, the tension of the
please be careful on your first test rides to avoid
crashes. Avoid any adjustments that could lead to
spokes and the hub bearing play.
the suspension elements frequently bottoming out.
• the brake function.
They will thank you with a long service life. If you are
• for signs of material fatigue (deformations,
uncertain of anything or have any questions, do not
fractures, cracks, signs of impact, etc.).
hesitate to contact us at:
service@yt-industries.com.
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AFTER ASSEMBLY
• all additional components for stability and
operational safety.
• the required torques for all screws.
Do not ride even if only one of the possible defects
is present.
C A U T I O N ! V I B R A T I O N S T H A T O C C U R W H E N
R I D I N G YO U R M O U N TA I N B I K E C A N L E A D T O
S C R E W S L O O S E N I N G ( E V E N F O R S C R E W S
W I T H T H R E A D L O C K E R A D H E S I V E ) !
I N T H E E V E N T O F A C R A S H
Crashes place a lot of strain on your bike's materi-
al and components. Therefore, before you continue
your ride, check your bike for damage and impaired
functions (see "Check Before Every Ride").
Do not continue your ride even if only one of the
possible defects is present. If you are uncertain of
anything or have any questions, do not hesitate to
contact us directly at:
service@yt-industries.com.
R I D I N G O N P U B L I C R O A D S
I N G E R M A N Y
The German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations
(Straßenverkehrs-Zulassungs-Ordnung, StVZO) dic-
tate the following safety devices when operating
bicycles on public roads:
• A braking and lighting system and a bright
sounding bell.
• Furthermore, every cyclist is obligated to maintain
his vehicle in a roadworthy condition and a state
that is safe for riding.
We would like to explicitly point out that our bikes
are not in compliance with the German road traffic
licensing regulations!
Read more about this topic in the "SAFETY
FIRST."-handbook.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
O U T S I D E O F G E R M A N Y
Please inquire about the respective regulations for
each country in which you want to ride your YT Bike
on public roads.
D E S I G N A T E D U S E
In addition to the assembly instructions, our moun-
tain bikes are also supplied with the operating
instructions from the manufacturers of the indi-
vidual components. You can find all information
regarding use, maintenance, and care here. Please
follow these instructions and retain them. Damage
that arises from improper or inappropriate use of
your YT are not covered by our warranty.
These include:
• Improper or inadequate maintenance and care.
• Damage from crashes or overstressing.
• Modification to the frame or fork.
• Modification of components.
• Jumps or other stresses that lead to overstraining.
Please refer to our General Terms and Conditions at
www.yt-industries.com.
I M P O R TA N T G E N E R A L I N F O R M A T I O N
We are not liable for property damage or personal
injury resulting from the operation of the mountain
bike itself, in particular, in the event of failures due to
inadequate maintenance and care.
The abilities of professional mountain bikers may
seem easy to imitate to laypersons. In reality, there
are often years of training and constant practice
behind their skills. For your safety, always wear pro-
tective clothing appropriate for the discipline.
We recommend always wearing a protective helmet.
Things always seem to happen when you least
expect them.
ADJUSTMENTS
AFTER ASSEMBLY
C A R E A N D S E R V I C E I N T E R VA L S
• Cleaning and greasing the drivetrain and derailleur
mechanism.
Only regular inspections, care and maintenance,
immediate professional repair, and the replacement
of damaged components can guarantee the safe
A N N U A L I N S P E C T I O N S
function of your bike over the long term. If you do
• Suspension fork service: Please note the
not possess the necessary specialist knowledge or
tools to carry out the required work yourself, a trip
specifications of the manufacturer here.
to the workshop is essential. For guidance, we have
• Remove the bottom bracket, clean it, and regrease
prepared some maintenance information:
the treads.
We recommend an initial inspection, depending on
• Remove the headset, check the bearings and
how hard you ride, after 5 to 15 hours of operation.
regrease them.
This includes:
• Remove the stem, handlebar, and seatpost and
check them for cracks and damage and replace
• Checking the torques on all screws and nuts and
them if necessary.
tightening them if necessary.
• Check the shifter cable for damage (breaks, kinks,
• Changing the length of the shifter cable by
corrosion, etc.) and exchange them if necessary.
correcting the tension via adjustment (barrel
adjuster on the shifter).
• Checking the spoke tension on the wheels and that
the wheels are true and adjusting spoke tension if
necessary.
• Checking the headset preload and gently readjust
if necessary.
M O N T H LY I N S P E C T I O N S
• Checking the profile height and sidewalls of the
tires. Replacing worn or "washed out" tires.
• Measuring the strength of the disc brake pads.
Replacing the brake pads if necessary (please note
the manufacturer specifications).
• Checking the braking system for leaks. In the event
of leaks, please visit a specialist workshop.
• Checking bearing play in the bottom bracket, head
set, hubs, and pedals and tightening if necessary.
• Checking the spoke tension on the wheels and that
the wheels are true and adjusting spoke tension if
necessary.
• Checking the torques on screws and nuts. If neces
sary, tightening screws and nuts.
YOU CAN FIND DETAILLED
INFORMATION ABOUT
YOUR BIKE IN YOUR
„SAFETY FIRST."
HANDBOOK
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