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Handlebar installation instructions
These instructions are written for an experienced mechanic. If you are not
sure of your ability to correctly install this handlebar, or do not have the proper
tools for handlebar installation, have the handlebar installed by your Bontrager
dealer.
To remove the old grips
1. Lift the edge of a grip with a thin slotted screwdriver or similar tool.
2. Spray some hair spray, or water, under the grip.
3. Remove the screwdriver.
4. Rotate the grip back and forth, while pulling toward the end of the
handlebar, until the grip slides off the handlebar.
Some grips use a spacer or shim between the grip and shifter. If your bike has these,
do not lose these pieces.
To remove the brake and shift levers
Before removing the controls, note the order of the controls on the handlebar,
and also the path of the cables.
1. Use an allen wrench (usually 5mm, or smaller) to loosen the clamp screws on
the control levers.
2. Slide the levers off the handlebar.
To remove the old handlebar
1. Loosen and remove the handlebar clamp screws.
2. Remove the handlebar from the clamp.
To install the new handlebar
1. Apply a small amount of grease to the threads and bearing surfaces of the
handlebar clamp screws.
2. Center the Race XXX Lite handlebar in the stem.
The sweep of the bars should face back, toward the rider.
3. Install the handlebar clamp screws.
4. 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 control levers and grips
Follow the previous order of grip placement, as well as the previous cable
routing. Make sure no part has burrs or deformations which could scratch or
damage the handlebar.
1. Slide the right levers onto the right side of the handlebar.
If the cables are too short, it may help to rotate the handlebar to the left. Sometimes
it is necessary to remove the bars from the stem to gain enough cable slack.
2. Slide the left levers onto the left side of the handlebar.
Turn the bars fully to the right, if needed.
3. Lubricate the grips with hair spray, or water.
4. Slide the grips onto the handlebar.
If there should be a spacer or shim between the grip and shifter, install it with the
grip.
5. If desired, install the bar-ends.
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Only use correctly installed bar-ends.
6. Stand the bike up on the floor, and straddle the top tube.
7. Set the angle of the handlebar, and tighten the stem clamp bolts.
8. Set the spacing and angle of the controls, and tighten the clamp bolts.
9. Inspect the assembly as in
Inspect your handlebar regularly
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