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CYTECH 2006
USER’S MANUAL – S/X-SERIES
HANDLEBAR ADJUSTMENT
Begin with the top of the handlebar at relatively the same height or just slightly higher than the
top of the saddle (dotted horizontal line A in the drawing below) and at a neutral fore/aft
position (see dotted vertical line B in drawing below). If your knees touch the handlebars or if
you experience back discomfort while pedalling for extended periods of time, the height of the
handlebars can be adjusted. First, dismount the indoor cycle. Next, turn the front adjustment
knob counter clockwise, slide the handlebar post up or down, and then retighten the adjustment
knob.
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A
Handlebar
Fore – Aft (
B
Handlebar Mid-point
)
Adjustment knob
Handlebar
Up-Down
Adjustment knob
Next, the horizontal position of the handlebars should be adjusted. If the handlebars are too
close to the saddle, your breathing may feel restricted; if the handlebars are too far from the
saddle, you may experience back discomfort. To adjust the horizontal position of the handlebars,
first dismount the indoor cycle. Check for proper handlebar position by positioning your elbow so
that it is touching the front tip of the saddle at a 90 degree angle ( ) and checking that the
fingertip of your middle finger is touching the handlebar at the mid-point. If it is not as described
then loosen the Fore-Aft adjustment knob and slide the handlebars forward or backward until
your middle finger is touching the handlebar at the mid-point, and then retighten the handle.
The handlebar offers a wide variety of hand positions for personal preferences. Changing your
hand position can change the angle of your back, neck, and arms. To minimize the stress on
your muscles during your workouts, change your hand position frequently.
