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Adjustable stems
There are various solutions for adjusting the tilt of the front part of the stem:
Some designs use bolts on the sides of the joint (a), others have bolts coming
from above or below (b), and some versions are equipped with additional locking
mechanisms or adjusting bolts.
Ask your FELT dealer to explain you the function and adjustment of your stem or
let him do that work.
If the joint has a side clamping bolt, release the bolt by two to three turns at the
most, i.e. without unscrewing it all the way. If you still cannot move the stem, it
is being held in place by a ratchet or integrated locking mechanism. If the stem
is fitted with a locking mechanism, release the holding bolt located on the top or
bottom side of the stem a little. In the case of a ratchet mechanism you will find
the bolt on the side.
Adjust the stem according to your needs.
Gently tighten the bolt of the locking mechanism again, until it engages. Bolts
located on the side only have to be tightened gently. If there are no side bolts, you
have to tighten the bolt of the locking mechanism. If the stem of your bike has a
ratchet mechanism, make sure its surfaces engage snugly as you tighten the side
bolt. Also tighten the bolt on the side of the joint, if this is applicable.
Any bolts located on the top or bottom side of the stem have to be released as far
as it is necessary to disengage the ratchet mechanism and move the front part. It
is usually not necessary to remove the bolts completely. Retighten the bolts after
setting the stem to the desired height.
Changing the position of the stem alters the position of handlebars, brake
and gear levers. Readjust them as described in the chapter “Adjusting the
tilt of the handlebars etc.“ further below.
Note that the bolted connections of adjustable stems and handlebars
all have to be tightened to their specified torques. You will find the pre-
scribed values in the chapter “Recommended torques for bolted connec-
tions“ or directly on the parts. If you disregard the prescribed values, the
handlebars or stem may come loose or break.
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