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Bar ends
(a)
give you additional ways of gripping the handlebars. They
are usually fixed in a position that gives the rider a comfortable grip
when pedalling out of the saddle, i.e. almost parallel to the ground or
tilted slightly upwards (by about 25°).
Release the bolts, which are usually located on the underside of the bar
ends, by one to two complete turns
(b)
. Turn the bar ends to the desired
position making sure the angle is the same on both sides
(c)
. Retighten
the bolts to the required torque. Check whether the bar ends are firmly
fixed by trying to twist them out of position.
G
Note that the bolted connections of the stem, handlebars,
bar ends and brakes have to be tightened to their speci-
fied torques
(d)
. Use a torque wrench and never exceed the
maximum torque values! You can find these in the chapter
“recommended torque Settings for components”
, on the
components themselves and/or in the instructions from the
parts manufacturers, which you can find on the enclosed
CD.
G
If you intend to mount bar ends to the handlebars, verify
first that the handlebars are suitable and approved for the
mounting of the bar ends. Some handlebars must be fitted
with special, reinforcing handlebar plugs. If you are in doubt
or if you have any questions, then contact your WHEELER
bicycle dealer.
G
Never fix the bar ends in a vertical position or with their
ends pointing rearwards as this would increase the risk of
injury in the event of an accident.
G
Be aware that the distance you need to stop your bicycle
increases if you are riding with your hands on the bar ends
or on multi position handlebars. The brake levers are not
always within easy reach.
ADjUSTING THE BRAKE LEVER REACH
With most brake systems the distance between the brake levers and
the handlebar grips
(e)
is adjustable. This gives in particular riders with
small hands the convenience of bringing the brake levers closer to the
handlebars.
On most bicycles there is a small adjusting screw near the point where
the brake cable of a cable brake enters the brake lever unit or at the
lever itself. Turn the bolt clockwise and watch how the lever adjusts as
you do so
(f)
.
Hydraulic brakes are also fitted with adjusting devices at the brake lever
(g)
. There are different types of systems, ask your WHEELER bicycle
dealer for help or else read the respective operating instructions.
When adjusting the lever reach, make sure the first joint of your index
finger reaches around the brake lever. Check the proper adjustment
and functioning of the brake system
(h)
subsequently, as described
in the chapter “
brake System”
and/or in the brake manufacturer’s
instructions, which you can find on the enclosed CD.
G
Make sure you cannot pull the brake levers all the way
to the handlebars. Your maximum brake force should be
reached short of this point.
I
In the case of hydraulic brakes and disc brakes follow the
instructions of the brake manufacturer, which you can find
on the enclosed CD. If you are in doubt or if you have any
questions, then contact your WHEELER bicycle dealer.
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