Bike Maintenance

Tire
Recommended tire pressure: Front 21 - 24 PSI / Rear 23 - 28 PSI

Adjustable Clutch
“The clutch must be correctly adjusted to prevent from premature wearing. For best results use a caliper square (or small ruler) to measure the springs tension length. Its important that both springs are adjusted to the same length. Using a rev counter will help you determine the engaging point of the clutch."

To adjust the clutch
       Put the bike on a stand so that the rear wheel is free to move

       To engage at a higher rpm, tighten the adjustments on the clutch equally

       To engage at a lower rpm, loosen the adjustments on the clutch equally

For best results have the clutch engage at the appropriate RPM

       Zocchi Clutch: 8900 RPM

       Bi-Zeta Clutch: 8800 RPM

Chain
To help increase the life of your chain, it is important that you Clean & adjust the tension of the chain appropriately and always check for stiff points. Clean & lube chain guides (rollers), Regularly grease the chain with lubrication to help prevent rust and wear, using specially designed oil for a perfect lubrication will help.

To check whether you have the right tension, you should move the chain up and down from 1cm. That means no more than .5cm up and .5cm down.

Alignment & shimming of Axles & Brake Calipers
For best performance & reduced wear we recommend you spend the time needed to apply the proper shims & set clearances between brake calipers / rotors / caliper brackets / forks / Rear A-arm. when properly adjusted there should be very little resistance when you spin the wheels by hand.
We perform these necessary adjustments @ PDI (Pre Delivery Inspection)

Nuts and Bolts
After the first time you ride your bike, it is recommended that you check the main bolts on the bike and tighten
them as needed. Bolts could vibrate loose after time and should be checked often to prevent you from loosing
them as well as other possible troubles.

RACERS: You should check your bolts after every race to insure optimum performance on the race track at all times.

Starting the Bike
Inside the starter is a ratchet plate made of plastic or metal teeth which turn the engine when you pull the T-shaped Handle. To prevent damage to this ratchet plate, it is important that you pull a short amount of cord and insure you pull the cord straight back.

If you have questions, call us before you do anything. Make sure to have fun!

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