10
Handlebar and Stem Installation - No Gyro Brake
WARNING:
To prevent steering system damage and possible loss of control,
the “MIN-IN” (minimum insertion) mark (A) on the stem must be below the top of the
Locknut (B).
NOTE:
Remove plastic Cap (E) from
the end of the Stem (11).
1. Insert the Stem (11) into the fork
(
fig 07
).
2. Point the Stem towards the front of
the bike.
3. Tighten the Stem Bolt (C) just
enough to hold it in position.
4. If necessary, loosen the Handlebar
Screws (D) and rotate Handlebar
(28) into a comfortable riding posi-
tion.
5. Tighten Handlebar Screws (D) just
enough to hold it in position (
fig
08
).
6. Align the stem with the front tire
and tighten the Stem Bolt (C) se-
curely (
fig 07
).
11
A
A
B
E
B
C
D
fig 07
WARNINGS:
• Do not over tighten the stem bolt. Over tightening the stem bolt can damage the
steering system and cause loss of control.
• If the handlebar clamp in not tight enough, the handlebar can slip in the stem.
This can cause damage to the handlebar or stem, and can cause loss of control.
Assembly
