Handlebar Adjustment - Dynacraft MOUNTAIN BIKE Owner's Manual

HANDLEBAR ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the handlebars forward and backwards, loosen the stem bolt or
bolts. Your bike may have one (see Figure 59), two (see Figure 60), or four
(see Figure 61) bolts holding the handlebar in place. Do not completely
remove these bolts, simply loosen them until you are able to move the
handlebar to the desired position. Once complete, tighten the bolt(s). If
your stem has multiple bolts, be sure to tighten them evenly (alternating
each bolt a few turns at a time).
To test the tightness of the handlebar, hold the bike stationary and try to
rotate the ends of the handlebar up and down or move the bar forward
and back. If the handlebar moves, loosen the handlebar clamp nut or bolts
evenly to re-position and then re-tighten. Repeat the test until the bars will
not move.
BRAKE LEVER ADJUSTMENT
Make sure that the brake levers are adjusted to a comfortable angle for the
rider. Both brake levers can be adjusted by loosening the clamp bolt and
rotating the lever into the desired position. Once the lever is positioned,
re-tighten the bolt. Make sure both levers are set at the same angle.
Check to make sure that the lever is tight. It should not move on the
handlebar when tightened properly. The reach of the brake levers can
also be adjusted. A screw changes the point where the lever rests. This is
useful for riders with small hands. Simply use (A) a Standard Phillips Head
Screwdriver to adjust this (see Figure 62).
SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the angle of the shifters, loosen the clamp bolt and rotate the
shifter into the desired position. Once the shifter is positioned, re-tighten
the bolt. Repeat for the other side, making sure they are set at the same
angle. Check to make sure the shifter is tight. It should not move on the
handlebar when tightened properly.
Figure 59
Figure 60
Figure 61 Figure 62
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Reach
Adjuster
Screw
Clamp Bolt
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