muli Muskel, User Manual

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Steering linkage
Since the front wheel of the muli, as with all cargo bikes in the style of a so-called
Long John, is not directly under the handlebars but in front of the load surface, the
steering movement must be transmitted from the handlebars to the front wheel.
The steering linkage translates the steering movement of the handlebar to the front
wheel. It is connected to the boom on the steering tube and the boom on the fork
via a ball joint and a swivel joint.
Lane setting
The toe of the front wheel is also adjusted via the steering linkage. The lane is set
correctly at the factory. If the lane should become misaligned over time, first try
correcting the lane setting by slightly adjusting the handlebars by loosening the stem
bolts and bringing the handlebars and front wheel back into alignment. The handle-
bar bar must be in a perpendicular position to the frame and the front wheel in line
with the frame.
However, such a correction by adjusting the handlebar is only possible with a small
track adjustment, because the cantilever on the steering tube and the handlebar
should be largely in line. In the case of a large lane adjustment, it is necessary to
correct the lane directly at the steering linkage. To do this, the lock nuts of the joints
on the steering linkage must be loosened and the joint screws screwed in or out ac-
cordingly. Note that the lock nuts are glued in place with liquid threadlocker from the
factory. So when you open and retighten the nuts, apply appropriate threadlocker
as well.
Note that the lock nuts on the steering linkage are glued in place
with liquid threadlocker from the factory. So when you open and
retighten the nuts, apply appropriate threadlocker as well.
Steering resistance
The steering resistance can also be adjusted on
the steering linkage. To do this, loosen the screw
that attaches the linkage to the steering tube arm
slightly or tighten it accordingly.
If you prefer a more stiff steering, tighten the screw
a little more. Keep in mind that a strong contact
pressure also increases the wear of the plastic
plain bearings. If you prefer a smoother steering,
tighten the screw less. Overall, however, make
sure that the screw is neither too tight nor too loo-
se. Too much contact pressure will jeopardize safe
steering in traffic. Too loose an adjustment, on the
one hand, can cause the steering linkage to rattle,
swing open and make safe driving impossible. On
the other hand, too little contact pressure can cause the nut to loosen completely
while driving and the steering linkage to fall off, which can result in serious falls.
Check the bolts and nuts on the steering linkage before each
ride. Loosening these connections while driving can lead to se-
rious falls and life-threatening injuries.
The plastic plain bearings on the steering rod bolting wear out
and must be replaced when worn.