This document is a supplement to the SYNAPSE bicycle product user manual. The supplement provides additional and important model specific safety, maintenance, and technical information.
This document serves as a supplement to the Cannondale Bicycle Owner's Manual, offering additional critical safety, maintenance, and technical details specific to the Synapse model line. It emphasizes the importance of inspecting composite materials, particularly carbon fiber frames and forks, for damage after crashes or impacts to prevent severe injury. The guide also covers specific usage warnings for disc brakes, trainers, and water bottle cages to ensure rider safety and component longevity.
| Bottom Bracket Standard | BB30A 73mm |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur Mount | braze-on / 1X |
| Seat Post Diameter | 25.4mm |
| Minimum Seat Post Insert | 65mm |
| Brake Mount Type | Flat Mount |
| Rear Axle Standard | 142 x 12mm |
| Maximum Weight Limit | 275 lbs / 125 kg |
| Headset Bearing Offset | 45mm |
Do not ride the bike if you see any sign of damage such as broken, splintered, or delaminated carbon fiber.
Signs include an unusual feel, a soft feel or altered shape, creaking noises, or visible cracks with a white or milky color.
You should have your Dealer correctly torque all fasteners using a torque wrench, or use a torque wrench yourself if doing it yourself.
You should take off the lightweight quick release and substitute a heavy, classic all steel quick release and clamp it tight.