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HANDLEBARS
HANDLEBARS
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Adjusting the handlebars
NOTICE
Risk of damage!
If you adjust the handlebar direction incorrectly in the case of a threadless
handlebar stem, the steering head bearing may become damaged.
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Only tighten the top screw on the threadless handlebar stem so that the steering
head bearing is secure but the bearing and handlebars can still move freely.
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2
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4
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Handlebar stem
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Steering head bearing
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Screws
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Cover cap
Fig. 13:
Adjusting the handlebar stem (clamp with clamp screw)
1. Remove the cover cap
at the top of the handlebar stem.
2. Release the screw underneath one revolution in an anti-clockwise direction.
3.
Loosen the screws on the shaft clamp so that the handlebar can be turned against the
front wheel.
4. Adjust the steering head bearing as described below.
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Tighten the screw on the top of the handlebar stem in gradual steps (approx. ⅛ of a
revolution in a clockwise direction for each step).
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When doing this, keep the brake for the front wheel pressed.
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Now if you try to push the bike forwards or backwards, the steering head bearing
must be secure and free of play.
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Hang your bike from its frame. If you now tilt the frame to one side, the front wheel
must be able to rotate in this position and move to the left or right by itself.
5. Align the handlebars at an angle of 90° to the front wheel.
6. Tighten the screws on the shaft clamp.
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Note the torque of the screw
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7. Attach the cover cap at the top of the handlebar stem once again.
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