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QUESTIONS:

 

Should you have any questions during the final assembly of your new bicycle, please call our product   4/4/11                         

specialists at 800-226-7552 any day between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Eastern.                         pg.

Final Assembly Instructions – Bikes with Threaded Headsets 

 

Thank  you  for  buying  your  new  bicycle  from  L.L.Bean.  Read  these  instructions  carefully  before  beginning  the  final 
assembly.  Prior to shipping, our expert cycling technicians completely assembled and tuned your bicycle to ensure that 
all components are functioning properly. However, for shipping purposes we have to partially disassemble your bicycle.  
Although this bicycle has been factory pre-assembled, some loosening may have occurred during shipping and handling. 

 
WARNING:

 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO RIDE THIS BICYCLE, read the enclosed Owner’s Manual thoroughly. The 

Owner’s Manual includes important information on customizing your bike for an optimal fit. 
 

Tools required for final assembly: 

 

 

Cutting-type pliers – for removal of packaging materials, including “zip-ties” 

 

5mm & 6mm Allen wrenches – for tightening stem bolt 

 

15mm wrench or adjustable wrench – for tightening pedals 

 

Phillips head screwdriver – for tightening the front reflector 

 

BEFORE  GETTING STARTED:

 

 
PLEASE REMOVE BICYCLE FROM BOX AND REMOVE PACKAGING MATERIAL. 

Recommended tool – 

diagonal cutting pliers, wire cutter, heavy duty shears, or multi-tool wire cutter. 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 

FYI - Your bicycle may appear different 
from those in photos. 

 

Summary of Contents for Bikes with Threaded Headsets

Page 1: ...ugh this bicycle has been factory pre assembled some loosening may have occurred during shipping and handling WARNING BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO RIDE THIS BICYCLE read the enclosed Owner s Manual thoroughly The Owner s Manual includes important information on customizing your bike for an optimal fit Tools required for final assembly Cutting type pliers for removal of packaging materials including zip ti...

Page 2: ...ert the silver insert into the cable stop as show in the photo or as seen on the rear brake of your bike To install the quick release front wheel Remove the quick release front skewer from the parts box Check for the tread direction on the tire sidewall if the tread is directional there will be an arrow on the sidewall With the tire in the correct direction insert the wheel between the fork blades...

Page 3: ...everage and the lever does not leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand the tension is insufficient Open the lever turn the adjustment nut and try again Continue until quick release lever closes properly Reconnect the brake cable as explained above Please also refer to the Owner s Manual for additional information 2 INSTALL HANDLEBAR AND STEM Required tool 6mm Allen wrench If there is a prot...

Page 4: ...e raised or lowered for comfort but it should never be raised above the Minimum insertion line marked on the stem 3 INSTALL PEDALS Required tool 15mm open end wrench or adjustable wrench CAUTION The right pedal has right hand threads and must be installed in the right crankarm tightening in a clockwise direction The left pedal has left hand threads and must be installed in the left crankarm tighte...

Page 5: ...d by this method If you have to rock your hips to reach the bottom of the pedal stroke then your saddle is too high However if while riding your bicycle this position doesn t feel comfortable to you adjust as necessary To raise or lower seatpost open and close quick release lever as shown If not equipped with quick release loosen and tighten hex head bolt To determine proper saddle height position...

Page 6: ...nt reflector remove the reflector mounting screw and gently open the bracket enough to slide over the handlebar on the left side of the stem Position the reflector perpendicular to the ground and secure with the screw Use care not to over tighten as the bracket may crack Fork mounted reflectors will be mounted but need to be adjusted to the proper position Rotate the reflector upright Loosen the a...

Page 7: ...the clamp away with your finger to disengage the teeth Rotate the bar to the desired position and retighten tightening the riser clamp bolt first and then the riser through bolt This space should be equal on both sides The stem can be moved up and down Riser adjusted fully upright and back Riser clamp bolt needs to be loosened to disengage the teeth Riser through bolt may need to be loosened first...

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