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WARNING: On some bicycles, changing the stem or stem height can affect the tension of the front brake cable, locking the front
brake or creating excess cable slack which can make the front brake inoperable. If the front brake pads move in towards the
wheel rim or out away from the wheel rim when the stem or stem height is changed, the brakes must be correctly adjusted before you
ride the bicycle.
Some bicycles are equipped with an adjustable angle stem. If your bicycle has an adjustable angle stem, ask your dealer to show you how to
adjust if. Do not attempt to make the adjustment yourself, as changing stem angle may also require adjustments to the bicycle’s controls.
WARNING: Always tighten fasteners to the correct torque. Bolts that are too tight can stretch and deform. Bolts that are too
loose can move and fatigue. Either mistake can lead to a sudden failure of the bolt, causing you to lose control and fall.
Your dealer can also change the angle of the handlebar or bar end extensions.
WARNING: An insufficiently tightened stem clamp bolt, handlebar clamp bolt or bar end extension clamping bolt may
compromise steering action, which could cause you to lose control and fall. Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your
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