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Assembly
Assembly is essentially the reverse of the packing process, and it is
very important that the following items are tightened and adjusted
properly:
Start by hand tightening the couplers first, then make sure that the
spanner hook is squarely engaged into the corresponding slot on
the sleeved nut before you begin final tightening. The couplers
should be tightened to 35 lbs. This is equivalent to 70 lbs. of pres-
sure on the end of the 6-inch spanner wrench. If you have any trou-
ble tightening the couplers, stop immediately and inspect the
threading for grit or debris. No threads should be visible when the
coupler is fully tightened. A very small amount of fluorinated Teflon
grease is recommended for lubrication. This special lube is avail-
able from the Co-Motion web site and should be applied at least
once a year.
Note
: S&S recommends you check tightness of these
frame couplers before every ride.
Make sure the wheel thru-axles, seat post clamp, stem bolts and
brake caliper bolts are all properly adjusted and tightened to proper
torque specs.
Check every bolt twice before riding the bike to be
certain.
Note:
Torque specs are listed on the back page.
During crank arm re installation, make sure the splines are aligned
properly and the arms are 180-degrees opposed before tightening
the cap bolts.
Note
: the Pinion crank arms should only be installed
on the spline using the cap bolt to push the arm onto the splined
spindle. Do not push crank arms any farther on the spindle shaft
than what the cap bolt will provide. There should be a gap between
the arms and both the belt ring and gearbox, by design.
