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2.2 Fit the brake rotors and wheels
First, the disc brake rotors must be mounted on the hub.
Place the disc rotor on the hub mounting surface. Be sure
that the arrow on the disc is pointing in the same direction
of the forward wheel rotation (the rotor is mounted on the
left side of the front wheel. Using a Torx T25 driver, install
then tighten the bolts to a torque of 6-7 Nm (4.5-5 ft-lbs).
Note: the bolts have what appears to be paint on their
threads. This is threadlocking adhesive, and it must not be
removed. If you remove and replace the rotor bolts, they
must be held in place with Loctite 243 Threadlocker or
equivalent.
Unclip the quick-release from the spokes of the front wheel and thread it through the centre of the axle. The
lever should be on the same side as the brake disc. Slip the front wheel into the fork, and tighten the quick
release. Be certain that the wheel is sitting fully into the dropouts, as this can affect the brake adjustment if it
isn’t.
Unclip the quick-release from the spokes of the rear wheel and thread it through the centre of the axle. The
lever should be on the side opposite the gears, on the same side as the brake disc. Fit the rear wheel to the rear
swingarm. You may find this easier if the Velcro restraining strap on the swingarm is fastened around the rear
section main tube.
2.3 Adjusting the disc brakes.
First, hook the Brake cables into the brake levers and connect the inner cable to the caliper actuation arm. The
brake calipers are already installed on the front and rear of your bicycle.
To adjust the calipers:
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To align the caliper, first turn the inboard (closest to the wheel) adjusting knob clockwise until it pushes the
rotor into the position shown. Note that the rotor should not be centred between the walls of the caliper
body.
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Turn the outboard pad adjustment knob until it is firmly squeezing the rotor against the inboard pad.
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The rotor should be offset to the outboard side of the rotor slot. The ideal ratio is 1/3 to 2/3.
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Tighten the two CPS bolts to the specified torque (10Nm)
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Turn both pad adjustment knobs counter clockwise until the pads clear the rotor (approx. 2 or 3 clicks), and
check that the wheels spin freely (without dragging)
Now sit down and read the instruction booklet that came with your brakes.
Warning: If you are not confident of installing your brakes
correctly, we strongly recommended that you have a
competent cycle mechanic install your disc brake system.
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