HANDLEBAR CENTER DIRECTION
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Make sure the front fork is facing forward
(Fig.1)
.
You may have to loosen the stem bolt a few turns using the 6mm wrench. Align the stem/handlebars with the centerline of the front wheel/tire and fork dropouts – tighten securely
(Fig.7)
.
NOTE:
Be sure that the minimum insertion mark on the shaft of the stem is inside the frame, it must not be visible outside of the frame
(Fig.8)
.
WARNING!
Adjusting (or installing) the stem with the minimum insertion mark showing outside of the frame could create a dangerous condition allowing the stem to break causing
the rider to lose control resulting in serious injuries t the rider.
The stem will come installed at correct height into the fork tube and should be aligned to the center forward direction from the factory.
If adjustment is needed, use the following steps:
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2
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3
- You may have to loosen or remove one brake pad pad to fit the wheel in the front fork
(Fig.10)
. When tightening or reinstalling, make sure the brake pad is aligned with the curve of the
rim and the pad contacts the rim surface flat and evenly.
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STEP 4: FRONT WHEEL
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Remove the plastic shipping protector from the fork dropouts and plastic axle protector(s).
Loosen the axle nuts on the front wheel and insert the front wheel into the fork dropouts. Insert the tab of the safety washers into the small holes on the outside of the fork dropouts.
(Fig.9)
.
Inspect the wheel to make sure it is centered in the fork
(Fig.11)
. Tighten each axle nut a little at a time with a 15mm wrench, alternating between sides, until each axle nut is properly tightened.
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9
safety
washer
M
AX
HT
22.2
M
AX
HT
22.2
7
fork dropout
(small hole)
brake pads
11
stem adjust
handlebar
adjust
