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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Handlebars
Remove
the
protective
cap
from
the
handlebar
stem
and
loosen
the
centre
bolt
using
a
13mm
spanner. MTB models may use a 6mm Allen key bolt instead. Insert the handle bar stem with
handle bars attached into the head of the tube of the bicycle. Tighten to 17 -19 Newton Metres
if
using
a
torque
wrench.
Re-tighten
it
while
observing
the
minimum
insertion
mark
and
ensuring
both the forks and handlebar assembly are facing forward. Note, for some 12” (30cm) BMX
Bicycles
the
handlebar
and
stem
is
a
one
piece
assembly
and
is
tightened
via
a
clamp
fitted
on
top
of the fork tube. Test the tightness by clamping the wheel between your knees and trying to twist
the handlebars. Please refer to “Handlebars and Folk” Section in DETAILED MAINTANENCE for
more details.
It is very important to check the front wheel connection to the bicycle.
Failure to properly tighten may cause the front wheel to dislodge.
Training Wheels
For 12” (30cm) and 16” (40cm) bicycles supplied with trainer wheels, each wheel must first be
assembled onto the metal “L” brackets supplied, and then mounted to each side of the rear wheel.
Firstly,
insert
the
axle
bolts
through
each
trainer
wheel,
followed
by
the
washers.
Next,
insert
each
assembly
into
the
“L”
brackets
and
attach
with
the
hexagonal
nuts
supplied.Then,
remove
the
15mm
rear
axle
nuts
for
the
bicycle
and
fit
the
metal
locating
brackets
onto
the
rear
axle
so
that
the
tabs
fit
into
the
frame
slot.
Place
the
training
wheel
support
arms
over
the
locating
brackets,
refit
and
re-tighten
the
rear
axle
nuts.
Note
that
the
trainer
wheels
should
be
positioned
so
that
they
do
not
quite
touch
the
ground
when
the
bicycle
is
standing
vertically.
Axle
Bracket
with Training
Wheel
Axle Nut
Metal locating bracket
Frame
ASSEMBLY
ASSEMB
LY
Note:
Some models may come packed with the stem pointing up. Loosen the stem/handlebar binder bolt(s) and rotate the stem
so that the neck is pointing down.
Important Note:
Test the security of the handlebar within the stem, and the stem within the fork steerer tube, by clamping the
front wheel between your knees and trying to move the handlebar and/or stem, and from side to side. The handlebar should not
Stem
Wedge
Bolt
Minimum
Insertion Mark
Head
Tube
Stem Cap Binder Bolts
Stem Wedge
Handlebars and Stem
Remove the protective cap from the stem wedge and loosen the bolt using
the 6mm Allen key. Some models may use a 13mm hexagonal bolt instead of
an Allen key bolt. Place the handlebar stem into the head tube, checking that
the curved rake of the fork and handlebars are facing forward. Align the stem
with the front wheel, observing the minimum insetion mark on the stem and
ensuring that all cables are free of tangles. Tighten the stem wedge bolt. Set
the handlebar at the desired angle and tighten the Stem Cap Binder Bolts
(see drawing) securely using a 5mm allen key.
Warning:
The handlebar must be inserted so that the minimum
insertion mark cannot be seen.
Warning:
Over tightening the stem bolt or headset assembly may
cause damage to the bicycle and/or injury to the rider.
Handle bar grips or tube end-plugs should be replaced if damaged, as bare tube ends have been
known to cause injury. It is particularly important that bicycle used by children be checked
regularly to ensure that adequate protection for the ends of the handlebars is in place.
Some Bikes come with a rotor head, please refer to DETAILED MAITANENCE further on this
manual.
WARNING: The handlebar must be inserted so that the minimum insertion
mark cannot be seen. WARNING: Over tightening the stem bolt or headset
assembly may cause damage to the bicycle and/or injury to the rider.
