SALSA EXP Series Instructions

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The bicycle can be so much more than just a bike; it's a path to
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WARNING: Cycling can be dangerous. Bicycle products
should be installed and serviced by a professional mechanic.
Never modify your bicycle or accessories. Read and follow all
product instructions and warnings including information on the
manufacturer's website. Inspect your bicycle before every ride.
Always wear a helmet.
Intended Use
The EXP Series Direct Mount Top Tube Bag is designed to provide
quick access to smaller items like food, phones, or tools, etc.,
on the top tube of the frame near the stem.
Intended for ASTM 4 conditions defined as downhill
grades on rough trails at speeds less than 40 km/h
(25 mph). Jumps are intended to be less than
122 cm (48").
Tools
• 5 mm hex wrench
• Torque wrench that measures in Nm
Installation Instructions
For Frames with Direct Mount Attachment:
1. Remove the M5 bolts on the top tube of the frame near
the stem.
2. Press 4 mm long spacers into the middle of each rubber disc
insert (fig. 1). This will be a tight fit.
Figure 1
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SALSA EXP SERIES DIRECT MOUNT
TOP TUBE BAG INSTRUCTIONS
3 Rotate 4 mm long spacers within each rubber disc insert so
that the spacer hole faces the outside of the insert (Fig. 2).
Figure 2
NOTE: Failure to properly install the spacers may result in
damage to the rubber inserts of the bag. Do not skip steps
1 and 2.
5. Holding the bag in place on the frame, thread an EXP Series
Direct Mount Thumb Screw through each rubber insert in the
bag, ensuring that each Thumb Screw passes through the
4 mm long spacer (Fig. 3). You may need to adjust the position
of the spacer to properly align with the threaded inserts
on the frame.
Figure 3
Loosely thread the Thumb Screws into the threaded inserts
on the frame, taking care not to cross-thread them.
Attach the hook-and-loop strap at the front of the bag around
the headset (optional) (Fig. 4).
Figure 4
Once all Thumb Screws are in place and started, proceed
to tighten each Thumb Screw to finger-tight.
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