Cane Creek eeSILK Quick Start Manual

355 Cane Creek Rd, Fletcher NC USA 28732
800-234-2725
SAFETY AND WARNINGS
Installation and service of Cane Creek products requires specific bicycle tools, supplies, and
knowledge. All Cane Creek products should be installed and serviced by a qualified bicycle
service technician, in accordance with Cane Creek specifications. Improperly installed, serviced,
and maintained products can fail, resulting in SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Setup and configurations vary greatly between bicycle manufacturers, carefully read this manual
and your bicycle's owner's manual. Failure to follow items outlined in these manuals, including
but not limited to installation procedures, warnings, Nm torque specifications, maintenance
requirements, service intervals, and/or modifications could lead damage causing loss of control
of the bicycle and result in SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT attempt to force parts to fit. Confirm compatibility before installation and use. DO NOT
disassemble, modify, or use aftermarket parts with or to repair Cane Creek components. Doing
so many cause damage to the component or bicycle which could lead to loss of control of the
bicycle and result in SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Each time, before you ride, be sure all components are installed correctly, tightened to
specification and you are familiar with how your bicycle and Cane Creek components operate.
Components that are out of adjustment, improperly installed, or are not used properly, can
cause loss of control of the bicycle and result in SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
All components on a bicycle, including Cane Creek components, should be inspected, and
adjusted at periodic intervals and after a crash or fall. Inspect the exterior for wear or damage,
inspect for correct torque settings and listen for unfamiliar noise. If any damage is noticed, stop
use and contact your local dealer or Cane Creek directly.
Installation Instructions
Take note that the eeSilk stem can only
be installed in one orientation with the
compliance switch facing up and the
elastomer facing down and needs +52mm
of steerer tube to be installed correctly.
1. Install the eeSilk stem on your bicycle's
steerer tube. The eeSilk can only be
installed in one orientation with the lockout
lever facing up and the elastomer facing
down. Carbon steerer tubes should extend
completely through the stem for proper
clamping pressure and safety.
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ID Description
1 Body
2 Faceplate
3 Bushing
4 Steerer Tube Mount
5 Axle
6 Elastomer
8
7 Elastomer Preload Wedge
9 8 Preload Extractor Cap
9 Elastomer Bolt
7
10 Clamp Bolt
11 Compliance Switch Helix
Compliance Switch Dowel
12
13 Compliance Switch Lever
14 Screw - M3x0.5 - 5mm - Torx
15 Compliance Switch Wedge
16 Compliance Switch Bushing
3
17 C-Clip - Smalley VHM - 12
18 O-ring - 9.2 x 1.78
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Qty
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