Handlebar And Stem Installation - Huffy Cruiser Owner's Manual

Handlebar and Stem Installation

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 (13).
1. Insert the Stem (13) into the fork
(fi g 07).
2. Point the Stem (13) towards the
front of the bike.
3. Tighten the Stem Bolt (C) just
enough to hold it in position.
4. If necessary, loosen the Handle-
bar Clamp Nut (D) and rotate
Handlebar (12) into a comfortable
riding position (fi g 08).
5. Tighten Handlebar Clamp Nut (D)
just enough to hold it in position
(fi g 08).
6. Align the stem (13) with the front
tire and tighten the stem bolt (C)
securely (fi g 07).
WARNING: Do not over tighten
the stem bolt. Over tightening the stem
bolt can damage the steering system
and cause loss of control.
7. If necessary, re-adjust Handlebar
(12) (fi g 08).
8. Tighten Clamp Nut (D).
NOTE: Do not over tighten. Torque to
14-17 ft-lbs.
WARNING: If the handlebar
clamp in not tight enough, the handle-
bar can slip in the stem. This can
cause damage to the handlebar or
stem, and can cause loss of control.
14
C
A
fig 07
D
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13
A
E
B
B
12
fig 08