MSW HEADSET SPACER BELL Instructions

HEADSET SPACER BELL INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for your purchase! At MSW
accessories makes a good bike ride great. The MSW Headset Spacer Bell fits
seamlessly into your headset stack, leaving your handlebars free for other
accessories.
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.
For additional product and safety information go to: www.mswbike.com/safety.
INTENDED USE
The MSW Bell is designed to replace one or more spacers between
ASTM F2043
the bicycle headset and stem. The three-step installation
procedure requires the removal and replacement of the stem cap,
stem and handlebars. If you're not familar with the procedures
For riding on a
paved surface where
the tires do not lose
ground contact shown here, obtain help from a qualified bicycle mechanic.
TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
You will need:
• Headset spacers (if needed)
• 4, 5, 6mm hex-bit sockets
• Torque wrench with Newton-meter scale
INSTALLATION INTRODUCTION
The MSW Bell is designed to replace one or more spacers between the bicycle
headset and stem. The three-step installation procedure requires the removal
and replacement of the stem cap, stem and handlebars. If you're not familar with
the procedures shown here, obtain help from a qualified bicycle mechanic.
WARNING: The spacing between the top of the steerer tube and the stem
is critical. Failure to maintain the spacing shown below can result in stem/
handlebar separation, crash and serious injury.
INSTALLATION STEPS
1. Remove stem cap and stem
2. Swap bell mounting ring in place of existing spacer(s) and reassemble
3. Confirm steerer tube to stem spacing and torque stem cap to specification
STEP 1: REMOVE STEM CAP & STEM
Remove stem bolt and cap and top spacer. Loosen stem bolts and remove
stem and handlebars (Fig 1).
Stem
Stem cap
Stem cap bolt
10mm spacer
Stem clamp bolts
Spacer stack
Frame
Headtube
Gong
Steerer tube
Headtube
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Stem
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Headtube
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Stem
Stem cap
Stem cap bolt
10mm spacer
Stem clamp bolts
Remove
Spacer stack
Frame
Headtube
Clapper
10mm
Bell Mounting Ring
Figure 1
or
10mm Spacer 2-5mm Spacers
Frame
Figure 2
Top spacer
Existing spacer
STEP 2: SWAP BELL IN PLACE OF
SPACER(S) AND REASSEMBLE
Remove one 10mm spacer or two 5mm spacers and install bell in place of the
removed spacer(s) (Fig 2).
Steerer tube
Headtube
Steerer tube
Slide the existing spacer(s), stem and top spacer onto steerer tube (Fig. 3).
Headtube
Rotate bell gong to preferred position on left or right side of steerer tube
(Fig. 4). Do not install step bolt and cap at this point.
Headtube
Headtube
Figure 1
Headtube
Frame
Headtube
Gong
Clapper
Gong
Bell Mounting Ring
Clapper
Bell Mounting Ring
10mm Spacer
Frame
10mm Spacer
Frame
Stem
Top spacer
Existing spacer
Stem
Top spacer
Existing spacer
Stem
Stem
10mm
10mm
or
2-5mm Spacers
or
2-5mm Spacers
Figure 2
Figure 2
Figure 2
Frame
Figure 3
Frame
Figure 3 Figure 3
Top spacer
Frame
Figure 4
Figure 4
Top of spacer
Top of steerer tube
Frame