Mongoose 6061 - Page 49

Adjustments 4
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Figure 4.35
Figure 4.34
❸ With the front wheel resng on the ground, use an
adjustable, or headset wrench and hold the upper threaded
race in place. Figure 4.34
❹ Loosen the locknut clockwise about 1/32nd of a turn.
Note: The front wheel must be straight to gauge
adjustment.
❺ By hand, screw the upper threaded race down unl bearings
begin to bind. Then back the race o about 1/8 turn.
❻ Tighten the locknut and test that there is no shakiness or
sness (i.e. play) in the headset. Repeat steps 3 - 6 unl
there is no play in the headset.
If the play in the headset cannot be reced with these
adjustments see a qualied bicycle mechanic for these repairs.
Loosen locknut
Hold upper
threaded race
in place
Lower
race
Head
tube
Upper
threaded race
Spacers
Locknut
Stem
4
3