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7.1.5. Installing extra parts:
The following parts are not assembled to the frame when the bicycle
is boxed and must be mounted before riding. These parts must be
installed by your authorized Ridley dealer.
7.1.5.a. Stem/Handlebar:
The following directions ONLY apply to 4ZA stem and handlebars.
For other brands, refer to that manufacturer’s instructions.
The stem and handlebar are not firmly mounted and must be aligned
and tightened before riding the bicycle. First, slightly loosen the stem
and stem cap bolts. Turn the stem so that it is in line with the wheel
and pointing exactly straight. Making sure the headset is properly
adjusted, tighten the stem bolts to 10Nm.
Rotate the handlebar so that the handlebar is centered in the stem
clamp. The brake/shift levers should offer a comfortable and safe
riding position. Tighten the handlebar clamp bolts on the stem to
8Nm.
7.1.5.b. Rear derailleur:
These parts have to be installed according to that manufacturer’s
instructions.
7.1.5.c. Wheels:
Unscrew and remove the bolt and 1 spring from the quick release
and Insert the quick release skewer through the hub, with the lever
on the left side of the bicycle. Place the spring onto the skewer and
lightly thread the nut onto the skewer. Making sure the quick release
lever is in the open position (lever should be pointing straight out and
“open” should be visible on the lever), continue to thread the nut until
almost tight, and tightly close the lever.
If the lever is too tight and does not fully clamp, open the lever,
slightly loosen the nut, and re-clamp the lever. Likewise, if the lever
is too loose, open the lever, slightly tighten the nut, and re-clamp the
lever. Make sure that the lever is firmly clamped – failure to do so
may cause the quick release to open while riding, resulting in serious
injury or death.
