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Checking and adjusting the stopping points on
shifters
You will find two screws on the shifter with which you can adjust the
stopping points of shifting. These screws are usually marked with an
“H” for “high gear” (smallest cog) and “L” for ”low gear” (biggest cog).
By turning the screw inwards, you shorten (restrict) the shifting path for
the given side. By turning it outwards, you lengthen (loosen) the
shifting path. The two screws (“H” and “L”) must be set in such a way
that the cage should alternately align with the biggest and smallest
cog. In these two positions the cage must not move farther in than the
biggest cog or farther out than the smallest one. With the screw
marked “H” on the shifter, the hardest gear (smallest cog) can be set,
and with the screw marked “L”, the easiest one (biggest cog).
If the shifter is not correctly adjusted, the chain can get stuck between
the spokes (in this case, the adjustment screw marked “L” must be
tightened), or between the bottom cog and the frame (in this case, the
adjustment screw marked “H” must be tightened).
Please note that the stopping points of shifting must be set
with the Bowden shift cables loose.
Front derailleur
The front derailleur must be secured in such a way that the chain guide
is positioned over the biggest chainring, without touching it in its
highest position. The minimum distance between the front derailleur
and the biggest chainring is 3 mm. The chain guide must be parallel to
the chain
Fine-tuning
With the two screws (“High” and “Low”) the stopping points of shifting
can be set. The screw marked “Low” regulates the internal shifting
point. To do this, shift to the biggest cog on the rear and the smallest
chainring on the front. The chain should not touch the inside of the
frame. However, the distance between them should be kept minimal. If
you would like to adjust the screw marked “Low”, you can re-adjust the
tension of the shift cable. Shift to the smallest cog on the rear and the
biggest chainring on the front. The chain should not touch the front
derailleur in this case, either. Using the screw marked “High”, set the
external shifting point to the tightest possible position.
Please note that the shift cables should be loosened when
setting the stopping points of the front derailleur, as well.
The length of the shifting path necessary to shift to a given gear can
only be set on the shift lever.
Correctly setting the shifter requires dexterity and experience. If
you would rather not perform this setting by yourself, turn to a
specialist service centre. An incorrectly adjusted shift system can cause
serious mechanical damage to your bicycle. To ensure the correct
setting, please read the user guide provided by the manufacturer of the
shift system.
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