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When re-fitting the stem, make sure the handlebars are correctly aligned
and tightened using the appropriate hex wrench or allen key.
Donotovertighten.
Test the security of the handlebar within the stem, and the stem within
the fork steerer tube, by clamping the front wheel between your knees
and trying to move the handlebar up and down, and from side to side. The
handlebar should not move when applying turning pressure.
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The exact positioning of the handlebar is a matter of personal comfort.
ForMTBbicycles,thebarshouldbeapproximatelyhorizontal,withthe
endspointingbackandslightlyup.OnMTBandracingstylebicycles,
the handlebar is usually tightened in the stem by a single allen key bolt
orhexagonalbolt.Onbeachcruiserstylebicyclestheremaybefour
clamping bolts.
Pleasenotethatifyouneedtoreplacetheforkonyourbicycleatany
time, please consult a qualified bicycle technician.
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Grip
Handlebar
StemBolt
HandlebarStem
StemBoltWedge
Makesurehandlebars
and fork are facing
forward
Note,curvedrakeof
fork faces forward
!