Handlepost Hinge - DAHON - SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 2010 Service Instructions Manual

Handlepost Hinge

The latch of the handlepost hinge on Dahon folding
bikes should be checked before each ride to make sure
that it closes tightly to secure the handlepost. A closed
handlepost hinge with a properly adjusted and secured
latch should have little to no side-to-side movement. Inspect
the handlepost periodically to ensure that it is properly
adjusted.
CAUTION: Do NOT cycle with a loose handlepost
hinge.
To check if the latch needs to be adjusted, close the
handlepost hinge and then close the hinge latch. If the
latch is loose after closing or if too much force is required to
close it, then the latch needs to be adjusted.
WARNING: If you are in any way unsure of how to
make these adjustments, take your bike to a
qualified bicycle technician for professional
adjustment.
Different versions of the handlepost hinge can be found on
Dahon bikes. They look slightly different, but the adjustment
of the hinge latch is basically the same for both versions.
Please check the handlepost hinge to find out which hinge
version is used and follow the appropriate instructions for
adjusting the latch.
NOTE: For details about how to open the hinge, please
refer to the included "folding instructions".
These instructions are only for the adjustment of the hinge
itself. Regarding the adjustment of the headset, please refer
to the "headset instructions".
The Different Handlepost Hinges
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