Woo hoo! You've purchased that new bike you've been dreaming
about. But wait, you're not quite ready to ride. Read the small
print that says "some assembly required." Have no fear! You'll
be on your way to riding in no time flat by following these 8
steps to putting together a bike.
1. Do an inventory
The very first thing you need to do is take inventory of all
the parts that were in the box. Then have a look at the instructions
and make sure you are not missing any parts. If you are, head
back to the store to get the missing parts.
2. Grab a plastic container
Grab one of those plastic containers that you find in your kitchen
and drop all the loose parts into it. They'll be easier to keep
track of and there will be less chance of loosing these tiny
little bits.
3. Read the directions
Rather than going by the old rule "if all else fails read directions"
be smart and take a few minutes to read the directions before
you start attempting to assemble the bike. If you read the instructions
you'll have a plan in your mind before you start, which will
make assembly go much smoother.
4. Locate the front wheel
Locate the front wheel and tighten any screws or bolts that
need to be tightened.
5. Align the handlbars
The cable will be attached the handlebars, so just drop the
handlebars into the tube, align straight, then tighten with
the included allan key.
6. Attach the seat
Drop the seat into the seat post, align straight, then tighten.
7. Attach the pedals
Use the spanner to attach the pedals and tighten. Make sure
you get the pedals on the right sides. Yes it does make a difference.
Then attach the brakes.
8. Final check
Before taking your bike for a spin, recheck all screws and bolts
to make sure they are tight, then recheck alignment. If every
thing checks out, you're good to go!
You've done it! No big prize just a smile of satisfaction knowing
you are ready to get biking. Following these 8 steps to putting
together a bike made it pretty simple. So what are you waiting for?
Get pedaling! 
