Cannondale 2012 RZ ONE TWENTY, Owner'S Manual Supplement

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The following table lists only supplemental maintenance items.  Please consult your Cannondale Bicycle Owner’s Manual for 
more information on basic bike maintenance.  Consult with your Cannondale Dealer to create a complete maintenance program 
for your riding style, components, and conditions of use.    Follow the maintenance recommendations given by the component 
manufacturers for the various non-Cannondale parts of your bike.

WHAT TO DO

HOW OFTEN

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TUBE 

 -  A clear protective material is applied to carbon version of this bike.  The material 

protects the downtube from damage caused by small debris.  Have it replaced if it  becomes 
damaged or is missing. 

HOUSI

NG

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D C

A

BLES 

 - Your bike has been supplied with  small adhesive frame 

protectors.     Place this material on the  the frame between where cables and 
housing rub due to movement.   Overtime, cable rubbing  can wear into the frame 
itself causing very serious frame damage.  

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ST

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Y 

-   Replace this protector if it becomes damaged.

NOTE:  

Damage to your bike caused by cable rubbing is not a condition covered 

under your warranty.   Also, adhesive frame guards are not a  fix for incorrectly installed 
or routed cables or lines.  If you find that applied guards are wearing out very quickly, 
consult with your Cannondale Dealer about the routing on your bike.  

BEFO

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  - Clean and visually inspect 

entire bike frame/swingarm/linkage assembly for cracks or damage.  See “Inspect 
For Safety” in your Cannondale Bicycle Owner’s Manual.

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QUES

  - In addition to other component specific tightening 

torques for your bike.  Tighten according to the TIGHTENING TORQUES information 
listed in this supplement.  

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Y FE

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AN

D SHOCK

  - Please consult the manufacturer’s owner’s manual for maintenance information 

for your fork or rear shock.

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LYZED.  

Please ask your Cannondale Dealer to help you develop a complete 

maintenance program, a program which includes a  list of the parts on your bike for YOU to check regularly.   Frequent checks 
are necessary to identify the problems that can lead  to an accident.