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Argon 18 Grey Matter User Manual

Argon 18 Grey Matter
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VALID FOR MY2022 VERSION 1 / 2022-11-15- ARTWORK 356A
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Argon 18 Grey Matter Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandArgon 18
ModelGrey Matter
CategoryBicycle
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. TOOLS NEEDED & SPARE PARTS KIT

2. TROUBLESHOOTING / TIPS & SPECIFICATIONS

Brake Specifications

Details front and rear brake rotor size and mount thickness for optimal performance.

Tire Clearance Information

Maximum tire clearance for 700c and 650b wheels, with and without fenders.

Seatpost and Collar Dimensions

Specifies seat post diameter and seat post collar diameter for compatibility.

Bottom Bracket Type

Identifies the bottom bracket as BB86 (Press-fit) for proper installation.

Headset Bearing Specifications

Lists headset model and bearing dimensions for correct fit and function.

Chainring Size Recommendations

Provides maximum chainring size and optimization for gravel cranksets.

3. FRAMESET INSPECTION

Frameset Parts and Bolt Checklist

Verifies all necessary frameset parts and bolts are present before assembly.

Cosmetic Defect and Serial Number Check

Inspects frame for cosmetic issues and records serial number for reference.

Derailleur Hanger Alignment Check

Ensures derailleur hanger is straight for accurate shifting performance.

Torque and Material Application Guidance

Instructions for applying grease, carbon paste, and threadlocker to specific components.

4. FRAMESET SKUS AND DESCRIPTIONS

Frame and Fork Model Identification

Identifies the Grey Matter frame and fork models with their specific SKU numbers.

Component SKUs and Availability

Lists SKU numbers for various frame components and indicates separately available parts.

4. FRAMESET SKUS AND DESCRIPTIONS

Detailed Component SKU List

Comprehensive list of frameset components with A18 SKU numbers and quantities.

Optional Parts Ordering Information

Lists optional components available for separate order with their corresponding SKU numbers.

5. SEATPOST INSTALLATION

Seatpost Collar Assembly and Greasing

Steps for assembling the seatpost collar, applying grease to screws.

Seatpost Height Adjustment and Tightening

Adjusts seatpost height and tightens clamp screw to 4Nm, respecting insertion limits.

6. SEATPOST MIN. & MAX. INSERTION

Seatpost Insertion Limits Table

Table shows maximum and minimum seatpost insertion depths for each frame size.

7. DERAILLEUR HANGER ASSEMBLY

Rear Derailleur Hanger Attachment

Attaches rear derailleur hanger with threadlocker and torque, then aligns it.

Front Derailleur Mounting Options

Discusses seattube diameter and options for mounting a front derailleur.

8. 3D HEADSET INSTALLATION

0mm Headset Bearing Placement

Installs the 0mm headset bearing directly into the headtube.

Multi-Position Headset Assembly

Assembles 3D headset with columns using grease, sleeve, and headset press.

10. BRAKE ROUTING

Rear Brake Housing Path

Routes rear brake housing through downtube to headtube and attaches to chainstay.

Optional Foam Liner for Housing

Instruction to slide foam liners onto brake housing for protection or noise reduction.

II. FRONT BRAKE ROUTING

Front Brake Hose Path in Fork

Guides front hydraulic hose through the fork leg and out the steerer tube.

12. MECHANICAL GROUPSET ROUTING

Mechanical Gear Cable Routing

Routes front and rear gear cables through the frame and attaches rear cable with ties.

Housing Order and Cable Ties

Ensures correct housing order and uses cable ties for secure routing.

12.1 MECHANICAL GROUPSET ROUTING

Using Frame Cable Stops

Details using frame cable stops for SRAM or older Shimano front derailleurs.

Bypassing Frame Cable Stops

Explains bypassing frame cable stops for newer Shimano front derailleurs.

13. ETAP GROUPSET ROUTING

eTap Derailleur Installation

Notes that eTap groupset installation requires no specific cable routing.

14. DI2 8100-9200 GROUPSET ROUTING

Di2 Wire Routing for Frame

Routes Di2 derailleur cables through seattube and connects them to the battery.

Di2 Compatibility and Optimization

States frame compatibility with Di2 but notes it is not optimized for the groupset.

14.1 DI2 8100-9200 GROUPSET ROUTING

Di2 Battery and Holder Installation

Installs Di2 battery holder, battery, and cover using screws and Loctite.

Rear Derailleur Cable Securing

Attaches the rear derailleur cable to the drive side chainstay guide with cable ties.

15. DI2 GROUPSET ROUTING

Junction Box and Wire Management

Connects Di2 wires to junction box and slides it into downtube from headtube.

Fishing Cable Technique for Di2

Uses fishing cable to guide battery and derailleur cables through frame holes.

15.1 DI2 GROUPSET ROUTING

Mechanical Cover and Battery Cable

Installs mechanical cover, applies Loctite, and inserts battery cable into seattube.

Battery Insertion and Cable Routing

Inserts battery into seatpost and attaches rear derailleur cable to chainstay guide.

16. DROPPER SEATPOST INSTALLATION

Cable Cover for Non-Dropper Use

Installs cable cover on seattube and downtube holes when not using a dropper post.

Dropper Post Housing Routing

Guides dropper post housing through downtube and seattube cable cover.

17. BOTTOM BRACKET CABLE GUIDE INSTALLATION

Bottom Bracket Cable Guide Setup

Installs bottom bracket cable guide after routing all cables, ensuring correct placement.

Cable Configuration for Guides

Shows correct cable placement within the guide for Mech, eTap, and Di2 setups.

21. FORK INSTALLATION

Fork Bearing and Grease Application

Applies grease to bearing surfaces and installs bottom (MR127) and top bearings.

Steerer and Housing Through Headtube

Inserts fork steerer and routes wires/hosing through headtube and top bearing.

Cockpit Installation Compatibility

Refers to internal routing compatibility documentation for cockpit setup.

19. BOTTLE CAGE POSITION

Water Bottle Mount Options by Size

Illustrates water bottle placement options on frames of different sizes.

Road Groupset Interference Note

Warns of potential chain interference with lower bottle for road groupsets.

20. REAR RACK AND FENDER INSTALLATION

Dropout Screw Insertion Limits

Ensures correct screw insertion at dropouts to prevent chain interference.

Seatstay and Chainstay Mounts

Specifies thread length and insertion limits for seatstay and chainstay mounts.

Rack/Fender Mounting Torque

Details torque specifications and grease application for rack and fender screws.

21. FRONT RACK AND FENDER INSTALLATION

Front Mount Screw Insertion

Specifies thread insertion limits for upper, interior, and exterior front mounts.

Front Rack/Fender Torque Specs

Details torque and grease application for front rack and fender mounting screws.

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