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3. Use an allen wrench to loosen the clamp screws on the control levers.
4. Slide the levers off the handlebar.
5. Loosen and remove the handlebar clamp screws.
6. Remove the handlebar from the clamp.
To install the Carbon Aerobar
1. Center the Carbon Aerobar in the stem.
The bar angle is personal preference.
2. Install the handlebar clamp screws.
3. Gradually tighten the handlebar clamp screws until snug.
Make sure the gaps at the top and bottom of the stem face plate are even.
To install the aero extensions
1. Loosen the aero extension clamp bolt(s) on the handlebar.
2. Gently slide the aero extensions through the clamps.
Note that there are left and right aero extensions.
3. Position the extensions to the desired length, making sure the ends of the
extensions are within the clamp area (Figure 3).
4. Tighten as in
Inspect your handlebar regularly.
To install the control levers and bar tape
Make sure no part has burrs or deformations which could scratch or damage the
handlebar.
1. Slide the levers into position on the handlebar and connect the cables.
2. Tape the control cables to the handlebar with plastic or electrical tape.
3. Fully rotate the handlebar from side to side to test that the cables do not
interfere with the steering.
If the cables are too short, both the cables and housing should be replaced.
Stand the bike up on the floor to check the position of the parts.
4. Set the angle of the handlebar, and tighten the stem clamp bolts.
5. Set the position of the controls and tighten the clamp bolts until the part is
secure, but do not exceed 45 lb•in (5 Nm).
6. Install the handlebar tape.
7. Inspect the assembly as in
Inspect your handlebar regularly
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To install the elbow pads
1. Select the position for the elbow pad holders.
2. Install two screws in each elbow pad holder.
3. Clean the surface of the elbow pad holder with isopropyl alcohol.
4. Remove the backing from one of the sheets of hook-and-loop fastener, and
apply the adhesive side to the corresponding elbow rest.
Make sure it is centered and aligned before contact; once contact is made, the
adhesive cannot be separated.
5. Firmly press the hook-and-loop sheet into position.
6. Repeat steps 4-6 for the other elbow pad.
7. Set the position of the elbow pads and tighten the bolts until the rests are
secure.
8. Inspect the assembly as in
Inspect your handlebar regularly
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