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3.5 Installing the pedals
One of the pedals has a right- and the other a left-hand thread.
Most pedals have the letter “L” and “R” stamped on the end of the thread. Some pedals come with a groove in
the flange of the left pedal.
For more information see the manufacturer‘s manual.
1. Check if your bike was supplied with washers and slide both
washers onto the pedal axles – if present.
2. Turn the left pedal counter-clockwise to screw it into the thread
of the left crank arm and tighten the pedal to a torque of
35 Nm.
35 Nm
3. Turn the right pedal clockwise to screw it into the thread of the
right crank arm and tighten the pedal to a torque of 35 Nm.
35 Nm
Your bike is now completely assembled. Before riding off, you should follow the steps described in the chapters
“Getting started for your first ride and getting used to your new bike” and “Before your ride”.
