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handlebar height
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In order to adjust the handlebar height
one has the possibility on the one hand to
diversify the Spacer number which is to be
found under the stem, or on the other hand to
turn the mounting stem. The mounted stem
on your ROTWILD road bike features an incli-
nation and can, as well as facing downwards
(sportive deep sitting position), be mounted
facing upwards (comfortable siting position).
•
It is necessary to disassemble the complete
stem handlebars device in order to position
the handlebars height. Please contact a qua-
lified dealer’s workshop. A crash or accident
could occur due to faulty mounting of the
stem-handlebars device, in which you and/or
others could come to harm.
angle of handlebar
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To set the angle of the handlebar, the clamp
screws on the handlebar stem have to be
loosened slightly and the handlebar turned in-
to the right position. The ideal riding position
is when your hands rest casually on the brake
lever unit in the riding position. Please always
make sure that you refasten the clamping
screws after setting the angle of the handles,
using the torque wrench – fastening torque 6
Nm. Follow the instructions above.
•
Before fastening the handles again, please
make sure that it is clamped exactly in the
centre of the handlebar stem. Fasten the screw
connections on the handles securely – take
care that you do this evenly so that the clamp
openings at the top and bottom are the same.
Use a torque wrench for this purpose. Fasten-
ing torque 6 Nm.
•
If you find during your first test ride that the
turning of the handlebar stem or handles is not
ideal, repeat the procedure described above.
Falls or accidents
Please note that handlebars and stems are
essential parts of bicycle construction. Any
modifications to these parts may endanger your
safety. Be sure to use the correct torque when
tightening screws. The wrong torque could
result in parts working loose or breaking during
a ride. This can lead to serious accidents.
Potential accident risk
To avoid losing control of your bike and injuring
yourself and/or others in an accident or fall,
please take note of the following points:
•
Always make sure your bike is in perfect
technical condition.
•
Make sure you are familiar with every aspect
of your ROTWILD bike.
•
Always observe traffic regulations and the
laws of the country in which you are cycling.
•
Do not ride where you cannot be seen by
other road users. Avoid the blindspot of
vehicle drivers.
•
Remember that the manoeuvrability of bikes
may surprise other road users, and always
remember that other road users make
mistakes too.
•
Develop a defensive cycling style and match
your behaviour to traffic conditions.
•
Always keep both hands on your handlebars
– this ensures safe and fast reactions to
dangerous situations.
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