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ADJUSTING
THE
STEEL
HANDLE
POST
LA
TCHES
Warning: If you are in any way unsure of how to make these adjustments
yourself, take your bike to a qualified bicycle technician for professional
adjustment.
ADJUSTING THE STEEL HANDLE POST LATCHES
Your bicycle should arrive with the handle post latch properly adjusted. However,
the handle post latch will need periodic adjustment to keep it working optimally.
When properly adjusted, the handle post latch will open and close with approximately
8 kg. (18 lbs.) of force.
Step 1
Open and close the handle post latch a few times to
determine if it needs to be adjusted.
Step 1
Warning: Proper adjustment
of the frame latch is critical
to your safety. If adjusted
too tightly or too loosely,
injury to the rider or
permanent damage to
the hinges may result.
Please check the frame latch
before every ride.
To adjust the handle post latch, take the following steps:
Step 2
Step 2
To tighten the handle post latch, turn the handle post
latch bolt counter-clockwise, backing it out of the
threaded nut. To loosen the latch, turn the handle
post latch bolt clockwise. Adjust in 1/8 turn incre-
ments until the latch is properly adjusted.
Step 3
Adjust until the handle post latch opens and closes
with 10 kg. (22 lbs.) of force.
Step 4
Add a drop of Loc-Tite glue to the bolt threads to
prevent loosening. Do not add Loc-Tite glue to the
hinges.
Step 5
Lubricate the mechanism periodically.
Caution: Some lubricants may damage the paint
finish and corrode the frame or hinges. Consult your
dealer for advice on a good quality lubricant.
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