Instructions for a Diamondback Beach Cruiser

Diamondback Bicycles makes a set of beach cruiser bikes designed for urban riding and beach bike-path rides. Slack frame angles allow for a comfortable upright position on the bicycle and a soft triangle-shaped seat provides the cushion when you are pushing the pedals. Depending on the model of cruiser you ride, the bike has between three and seven Shimano gears.

Things You'll Need

  • 5 mm Allen wrench
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Instructions

    • 1

      Insert the 5 mm Allen wrench into the seat stem clamp at the base of the seat stem on the frame. Turn it counterclockwise to loosen.

    • 2

      Stand over the bike and pull up or push down on the seat until you are able to sit on the seat and touch your toes to the ground. Tighten the seat stem screw so the seat stays at this height.

    • 3

      Ride and pedal the bike. Twist the right hand grip forward to shift up on the gears. Listen for a click, indicating you are shifting up one full gear. To downshift, twist toward the bike and listen for the click, indicating one full click down.

    • 4

      Brake using the right hand brake lever as the dominant brake. This is the rear brake and is the more forgiving between front and rear brake. Grip the left brake lever and "feather" it as you use it. Feathering is lightly squeezing and releasing so you do not lock up the front brake, causing you to go "OTB" or "Over The Bars." The left brake is the more powerful and should be used with the feather to prevent injury.