Optima Lynx User Manual

Pedals, Cranks and Bottom bracket.
· Check pedals for cracks and other damage.
· Test the pedals for smoothness, and inspect lubrication. Clean and re-grease if
contaminated.
· Make sure that the pedals are securely fastened to the cranks.
· Make sure that the cranks are securely fastened to the bottom bracket axle.
· Ensure the bottom bracket is securely tightened inside the frame.
· Check the bottom bracket for smoothness and for excess play. If you have a cartridge
bottom bracket, replace when dysfunctional.
Suspension
· Dismount and clean rear shock absorber. Remove spring and depress shaft of the damper
into the shock body. Make sure this goes smoothly, and that there is no oil residue on
the Stanchion after its return.
· Clean and inspect suspension pivot points. Lightly grease shock absorber bushings.
Make sure not to use excessive lubricant, as this will attract dirt and may even increase
the rate of wear at the pivot points.
· Clean suspension fork sliders. Lubricate as advised in manufacturer’s manual.
· Ensure that the suspension pivot points twist freely, without excessive play. This includes
the bushings on the shock absorbers.
Miscellaneous.
· Check tubes and frame for damage or damage to paint.
· Check that all nuts and bolts are fastened securely. Be careful not to over-tighten bolts.
Tools for maintenance
This section will cover which tools are necessary for maintenance of your Optima recumbent
bicycle, and will give a list of recommended extra tools. All fastenings on Optima bicycles have
standard metric sizes.
Allen Keys
· 2mm
· 2.5mm
· 3mm
· 4mm
· 5mm
· 6mm
· 8mm
· 10mm
(Rider wheel bolts)
Spanners/ Wrenches
· 8mm
· 9mm
· 10mm
· 13mm
· 15mm
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Reccomended:
Chain Cleaner
Screwdrivers
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Service tips
Adjustment of the hubs.
Both hubs on your bicycle must be correctly adjusted to minimize wear and tear. A hub that is
set too tightly or with too much play will wear faster than a correctly adjusted hub. The correct
play is approximately 0.3mm (0.012 in) at the rim. To readjust the hubs, remove them from the
bicycle. The front hubs can be adjusted from either side, but the rear hub may only be adjusted
on the left side (opposite to the cogs and freewheel assembly).
Hubs must be lubricated with grease on the bearings, with the area around the seals kept free
of grease, as this will attract dust and grit. Do not oil the bearings, as this will slowly erode
the grease lubrication.
Headset and front forks.
Due to the considerable stresses this area of your bicycle can undergo, correct adjustment is
important. Check that the headset in which the fork rests is free of play. We suggest you let
your Optima dealer deal with any excess play. If the headset cannot be adjusted such that no
play is present whilst offering no resistance to turning, please contact a local bike store. Check
regularly that the headset is fastened securely. For the Rider, ensure that the steel tube and
copper bushings on the steering slave blocks are properly greased.
Spoke tension
Spokes are an essential part of your bicycle and badly adjusted spokes will have a
negative inuence on the stability of your bicycle. Tensioning spokes is a specialized task,
which requires experience and insight. For this reason we advise you have tensioning done
by a professional. A few weeks after purchasing your bicycle we strongly recommend that you
have your spokes checked for tension
Bottom bracket and crank
The bottom bracket and cranks must be free of play. Check regularly that the chainwheel bolts
are securely tightened and that the cranks are securely fastened to the bottom bracket. Any
maintenance of the bottom bracket requires special tools and is best left to a professional
bicycle mechanic.
Gears
Your gears will need periodic adjustment to keep them working optimally. Cables stretch and
cable housings compress slightly after use, so adjustment may be necessary reasonably soon
after purchasing the bicycle. If you are uncertain how to adjust the gears, please refer to the
documentation of the original manufacturer, included in the information package. If you are
still hesitant, please take
your bike to a local bicycle store to be tuned up. Many Optima Bicycles require special extra
long gear shifting cables. Please contact Optima or your dealer for information.
Warning! A loosely spoked wheel can result in your bike handling badly,
in normal and particularly in extreme conditions. Make sure your wheels
are well maintained by a properly qualied bicycle mechanic.

Optima Lynx Specifications

General

Brand	Optima
Model	Lynx
Category	Exercise Bike
Language	English