Handlebar And Stem Installation - Huffy Cruiser Owner's Manual

Handlebar and Stem Installation

WARNINGS
• To prevent steering system damage and possible loss of control, the "MIN-IN" (minimum
insertion) mark
• The Front Brake
is pointing FORWARD before proceeding.
• Do not over tighten the stem bolt. Over tightening the stem bolt can damage the steering
system and cause loss of control.
• If the handlebar clamp in not tight enough, the handlebar can slip in the stem. This can
cause damage to the handlebar or stem, and can cause loss of control.
NOTE: Remove plastic Cap
needed.
1. Insert the Stem into the Fork Locknut
2. Tighten the Stem Bolt
3. If necessary, loosen the Handlebar Clamp Nut
able riding position.
4. Tighten Handlebar Clamp Nut
5. Align the Stem with the front tire and tighten the Stem Bolt
Stem, next section)
6. If necessary, re-adjust Handlebar and tighten Clamp Nut
14
:
A on the stem must be below the top of the Fork Locknut
G (if equipped) must be positioned in FRONT of the Fork. Ensure the Fork
G
C
from the end of the Stem
E
just enough to hold it in position.
F
E
A
B
D
B
up to the top of the MIN-IN mark
F
and rotate Handlebar into a comfort-
just enough to hold it in position.
B
F
D
C
G
. Loosen Stem Bolt
A
E securely (see Testing
F securely.
.
E
as
.