WARNING: If the seat post protrudes
from the frame beyond the Minimum
Insertion or Maximum Extension mark
(see Fig. 4C) the seat post may break,
which could cause you to lose control
and fall. Riding Lafree with the seat
post protruding from the frame beyond
the Minimum Insertion or Maximum
Extension mark can also damage the
frame.
WARNING: After any saddle
adjustment, be sure to tighten the
saddle adjusting mechanism properly
before riding. A loose seat post binder
can cause damage to the seat post, or
can cause you to lose control and fall.
Periodically check to make sure that
the saddle adjusting mechanism is
properly tightened.
4.1.3 Handlebar Height and Angle
4.1.3.1 Handlebar position
The position of the handlebar is important for
comfortable cycling. When adjusting handle
bar position, refer to torque setting table at
section 8.2.
WARNING: The stem’s Minimum
Insertion Mark must not be visible
above the top of the headset (see Fig.
4D). If the stem is extended beyond the
Minimum Insertion Mark the stem may
damage the fork’s steerer tube or
break, which could cause you to lose
control and fall.
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Handlebar position can be adjusted as follows
4.1.3.2 Handlebar stem height
There is no general rule for the height of the
handle bar. For a more sportive riding
position, choose a lower position. For a more
recreational riding position choose a higher
position. To adjust the handlebar height:
loosen the stem binder bolt (Fig 4D) three or
four turns. Tap the bolt carefully down, using a
plastic or wooden hammer. Set the handlebar
stem at the correct height and perpendicular
to the front wheel. Fasten the bolt to the
correct torque.
4.1.3.3 Handle bar angle
By tilting the handle bar you can direct the
grips more upward or downward. This is a
matter of personal taste. Loosen the bolt at
the front side of the handle bar stem. Tilt the
handle bar to the required position. Fasten the
bolt to the correct torque. Check and if
required adjust the position of the brake
levers.
4.1.3.4 Handle bar stem angle
Some models are equipped with an adjustable
handle bar stem. This allows you to adjust the
angle of the handle bar stem extension.
Loosen the inclination bolt and set the
extension to the required inclination. Fasten
the bolt to the correct torque. Check and if
needed adjust the position of the brake levers.
FIGURE 4C
FIGURE 4D
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