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Removing the Handlebars
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Loosen and remove the clamping bolts holding the face plate
on the top of the stem.
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Lay the handlebars on a workbench or on the floor away from
the bike so that they are not in the way.
These instructions are to be used as a guide only. Improperly installed parts may lead to severe injury or harm. We strongly recommend that
a properly trained bike mechanic handle all installations, adjustments and repairs on your bike. As always...Ride Safe!
AMain.com Inc.
Front Load Stem Installation
Tools Needed
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Grease
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Allen Wrench
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Open/Closed end wrench
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Adjustable wrench
Note: Tools needed will vary depending on the style of headset
compression cap and bolt being used.
Removing the old stem
•
Loosen the pinch bolts that are holding the stem tight, but do
not remove them.
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Summary of Contents for Dan's Comp Front Load Stem
- Page 1 Front Load Stem Installation Tools Needed • Grease • Allen Wrench • Open/Closed end wrench • Adjustable wrench Note: Tools needed will vary depending on the style of headset compression cap and bolt being used. Removing the Handlebars • Loosen and remove the clamping bolts holding the face plate on the top of the stem.
- Page 2 Front Load Stem Installation • Loosen and remove the headset compression bolt and cap. Note: Headset compression bolts and caps vary. Some styles require an allen wrench, some require a ratchet and some require a closed/open end wrench or an adjustable wrench.
- Page 3 Front Load Stem Installation Add or remove headset spacers • You should have approximately ¼ of an inch from the top of the fork steerer tube and the top of the stem opening. • If you have more than ¼ of an inch, if possible, remove one or more of the extra headset spacers.
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Page 4: Installing The Handlebars
Front Load Stem Installation Installing the Handlebars • Loosen and remove the clamping bolts holding the face plate on the top or front of the stem. • Apply a little grease to the threads of the bolts before threading them back into the stem. - Page 5 Front Load Stem Installation • Looking from the side of the bike, align the handlebars to run parallel with the forks. Aligning the Stem • Looking down over the handlebars and stem, align the stem with the front tire. The stem should be parallel to the tire.