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Handlebar Installation
2/4 BOLT STEM:
1. If necessary, loosen the Handlebar
Clamp Bolt(s)
A
and rotate Handle-
bar
B
into a comfortable riding
position.
2. Tighten Handlebar Clamp Bolts(s)
A
securely.
NOTE: On four bolt stems, tighten Bolts
A
evenly in a cross-pattern as shown.
Do not over tighten.
WARNING: If the handlebar
clamp in not tight enough, the
handlebar can slip in the stem. This
can cause damage to the handlebar or
stem, and can cause loss of control.
NOTE: (various models)
1. Position FRONT Re ector
C
so it points straight forward.
2. Tighten Clamp Screw.
Testing Stem and Handlebar Tightness
TO TEST THE TIGHTNESS OF THE STEM:
• Straddle the front wheel between your legs.
• Try to turn the front wheel by turning the handlebar
1
.
• If the handlebar and stem turn without turning the front
wheel, realign the stem with the wheel and tighten the
stem bolt(s) tighter than before (about 1/2 revolution
only at a time) until the handlebar and stem do not turn
without turning the front wheel.
TO TEST THE TIGHTNESS OF THE HANDLEBAR CLAMP:
• Hold the bicycle stationary and try to move the ends
of the handlebar up and down
2
.
CAUTION: Do not exceed 100 lbs (45 kg) downward force.
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