Jamis DAKAR XCR, Owner'S Manual

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Page 3: ...ed as a comprehensive use service repair or maintenance manual Please see your dealer for all service repairs or mainte nance Your dealer may also be able to refer you to classes clinics or books on b...

Page 4: ...fety alert symbol and the word CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or is an alert against unsafe practices The word CAUTION...

Page 5: ...also the common sense rules of safe and responsible bicycling As a parent you should read this manual as well as review its warnings and the bicycle s functions and operating procedures with your chi...

Page 6: ...to give the rider good leverage for climbing and sprinting and to position the rider in an aerodynamic tuck for speed Its high pressure narrow tires reduce rolling resistance to a minimum But The ride...

Page 7: ...or off the road but who wants a bike that will handle paved roads bike paths graded fire trails and dirt roads It s not as fast on pavement as a Road Bike nor is it designed for hard off road use on s...

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Page 10: ...your first ride have your dealer explain any functions or features which you do not understand B Safety first 1 Always wear an approved helmet when riding your bike and follow the helmet manufacturer...

Page 11: ...xperience and tools needed to do the job correctly Wheel rims clean and undamaged Make sure your rims are clean and undamaged along the braking surface and check for excess rim wear Brakes Check the b...

Page 12: ...B 5 above and Section 4 F Practice shifting the gears see Section 4 D Remember to never move the shifter while pedaling backward nor pedal backwards after hav ing moved the shifter This could jam the...

Page 13: ...bike read and understand Section 2 F 7 Ride at a speed appropriate for conditions Increased speed means higher risk B Riding Safety 1 You are sharing the road or the path with others motorists pedestr...

Page 14: ...obscured at dawn dusk or in the dark or when extremely tired Each of these conditions increases the risk of accident C Off Road Safety We recommend that children not ride on rough terrain unless they...

Page 15: ...t conditions ride more slowly and apply your brakes earlier and more gradually than you would under normal dry conditions See also Section 4 C E Night Riding Riding a bicycle at night is many times mo...

Page 16: ...leg bands reflective stripes on your helmet flash ing lights attached to your body and or your bicycle any reflective device or light source that moves will help you get the attention of approaching m...

Page 17: ...Start with easy learning exercises and slowly develop your skills before trying more difficult or dangerous riding Do stunts jumping racing or fast downhill riding only in areas designated for this ty...

Page 18: ...ng and bounce vigorously on your heels If your crotch touches the frame the bike is too big for you Don t even ride the bike around the block A bike which you ride only on paved surfaces and never tak...

Page 19: ...ts first knuckle see fig 5 the seat post may break which could cause you to lose control and fall 2 Front and back adjustment The saddle can be adjusted forward or back to help you get the optimal pos...

Page 20: ...yourself as it requires special knowledge If your bike has a quill stem you can ask your dealer to adjust the handlebar height a bit by adjusting stem height A quill stem has an etched or stamped mark...

Page 21: ...how to do the things described in this section before you attempt them yourself and that you have your dealer check your work before you ride the bike If you have even the slight est doubt as to wheth...

Page 22: ...se cam pushing against one dropout and pulling the tension adjusting nut by way of the skewer against the other dropout The amount of clamping force is controlled by the tension adjusting nut Turning...

Page 23: ...See Section 4 C fig 11 through 15 2 Move the wheel s quick release lever from the locked or CLOSED position to the OPEN position figs 7a b 3 If your front fork does not have a secondary retention devi...

Page 24: ...o the fork blade return the lever to the OPEN position Then turn the tension adjusting nut counterclockwise one quarter turn and try tightening the lever again 6 Re engage the brake quick release mech...

Page 25: ...le frame with sufficient force so that it cannot be pulled forward by the chain even under the greatest pedaling force If the wheel moves under pedaling force the tire can touch the frame which can ca...

Page 26: ...lure which can cause you to lose control and fall 1 If your bike has rim brakes disengage the brake s quick release mechanism to open the clearance between the tire and the brake pads see Section 4 C...

Page 27: ...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 keep...

Page 28: ...ver reach may be adjustable or you may need a different brake lever design Most brakes have some form of quick release mechanism to allow the brake pads to clear the tire when a wheel is removed or re...

Page 29: ...n descents because descents shift weight forward Two keys to effective speed control and safe stopping are controlling wheel lockup and weight transfer This weight transfer is even more pronounced if...

Page 30: ...s immediately after having moved the shifter This could jam the chain and cause serious damage to the bicycle b Shifting the Rear Derailleur The rear derailleur is controlled by the right shifter The...

Page 31: ...ted position for the desired gear After you have moved the shifter to the gear position of your choice ease the pressure on the pedals for an instant to allow the hub to complete the shift b Which gea...

Page 32: ...dle which gives maximum pedaling power The toe strap when tightened keeps the foot engaged throughout the rotation cycle of the pedal While toeclips and straps give some benefit with any kind of shoe...

Page 33: ...nufacturer F Bicycle Suspension Your Jamis dual suspension bicycle has a very advanced multi link suspension design Proper care and maintenance is critical to your safety and also to insure long lasti...

Page 34: ...ing Cap Alloy 2 60 KGF 11 Spacer 12x08xT3 Stainless 2 13 Bolt M6x1 0x13L Stainless 2 14 Mini Bearing 14x8x4W 2 15 Axle 7 98x56xM6x1 0x20 1 Bottom Bracket Pivot Assembly Part 12 2600 Item Description Q...

Page 35: ...aring 19x8xW6 2 Bell Crank Part 12 2317 Item Description Quantity 4 Bell Crank Alloy 1 Shock Mounting Bolts Part 12 2615 Item Description Quantity 1 Flat head hex bolt F 10xM6x1 0xL34 1 80KGF 10 Flat...

Page 36: ...12 2602 Item Description Quantity 20 Axle Set M6x1 0 8x15L 2 Sets 60KGF 19 Bearing 19x8xW6 2 Bell Crank Part 12 2613 Item Description Quantity 4 Bell Crank Alloy 1 Shock Mounting Bolts Part 12 2615 I...

Page 37: ...Screw M12x1 75xL52 Stainless 2 Bell Crank Part 12 2612 Item Description Quantity 19 Bridge 7005 1 20 Bolts M6x1 0xL12 4 03 Bell Crank Arms 7005 2 Shock Mounting Bolts Part 12 2308 Item Description Qu...

Page 38: ...Description Quantity 08 Bolt 29 5x17x2 5x25L 7075 T6 2 130KGF 09 Bearing 30x17xW7 6903 2RS 2 10 Spacer 24x17xt3 5 Stainless 2 11 No head Screw M12x1 75xL52 Stainless 2 Bell Crank Part 12 2307 Item De...

Page 39: ...Description Quantity 13 No Head Screw M12x1 75x46mm 1 130KGF 14 Spacer 4 5x24x17 2 15 Bearing 30x17xW7 6903RS 2 16 Bolt 29 5x17x3 0x25L ALLOY 2 Drop Out Pivot Assembly Part 12 2602 Item Description Qu...

Page 40: ...xT3 0 2 19 Spacer 16x8 5xT1 0 2 2 Bearing 698zz 22x8x6W 2 Shock Bolt Front Assembly Kit Part 12 1080 Item Description Quantity 14 Bolt M6x1 0x40LxT20 1 80 KGF 16 Washer 14x6 5xT1 0 2 15 Nut M6x1 0x8x4...

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Page 42: ...handle the full capabilities of your bike CAUTION Not all bicycles can be safely retrofitted with some types of suspension systems Before retrofitting a bicycle with any suspension check with the bic...

Page 43: ...consistent ac curate pressure readings Instead use a high quality dial gauge Ask your dealer to recommend the best tire pressure for the kind of riding you will most often do and have the dealer infl...

Page 44: ...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 of an accident and possible injury it is cri...

Page 45: ...k 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 fu...

Page 46: ...is not meant to suggest that the bicycle cannot be broken or will last forever It only means that the bicycle is covered subject to the terms of the warranty 5 As required If either brake lever fails...

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Page 48: ...the bicycle as sold are not covered by this warranty 7 In order to exercise your rights under this limited warranty the complete bicycle must be presented to an authorized Jamis dealer for inspection...

Page 49: ...y this doe not guarantee that the product will last forever The length of the useful life cycle of a Jamis bicycle will vary depending on the type of bike riding conditions and care the bike receives...

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