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Manuals and downloads
Assembly manuals, service guides and safety documents. Download and keep offline — important for experts in areas with limited internet.
For riders
Rider guides
No mechanical experience needed
Safety Guide
Safe riding, correct load placement, maximum carrier capacity (100kg), road safety for loaded bikes. Required reading for all riders and NGO programme operators.
Basic Maintenance Guide
How to look after your bike. Chain lubrication, tyre pressure, brake checks, saddle height. Illustrated step-by-step. Designed for riders with no mechanical background.
For mechanics
Mechanic & assembly manuals
Technical documentation for trained mechanics and programme operators
CKD Assembly Manual S2
Full assembly from knocked-down parts for the S2. Includes AK2 drivetrain setup, dual-chain installation and freewheel alignment.
CKD Assembly Manual S1
Full assembly from completely knocked-down parts. Frame to finished bike, every step. For certified mechanics assembling fleet deliveries.
SKD Assembly Manual S2
Semi-knocked-down assembly for the S2. Includes dual-chain setup and AK2 freewheel installation.
SKD Assembly Manual S1
Semi-knocked-down assembly for the S1. Covers wheels, cockpit, carrier and final checks from a pre-built frame.
Field Mechanic Manual
Complete service reference. Every component, every procedure, torque specs, replacement intervals and fault diagnosis. The main reference for any certified Buffalo mechanic.
AK2 Freewheel Service Manual S2
Full service guide for the 2-speed AK2 mechanism in the Utility S2. Disassembly, inspection, lubrication, rebuild and troubleshooting. Rev C, September 2025. US Patent 11,655,004.
Want to learn more?
The Buffalo Academy has video training for experts and riders — assembly, maintenance, repair and the AK2 drivetrain, all in one place.