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5│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 SYMBOL LEGEND Always use the right tools and products for a specific maintenance or repair operation. Unsuitable or poorly maintained tools, or the use of generic products, may cause damage to components that are not then covered Throughout this manual various symbols are used to de- by the warranty conditions.
Our continuous daily effort to provide our bicycles at the highest quality allows us to offer the following warranty In order to benefit from the Orbea lifetime warranty ex- coverage and conditions: tension, you must register your bicycle within 30 days of...
3. WHERE TO FIND YOUR BARCODE WARRANTY CLAIMS PROCESS All warranty claims must be processed through an au- thorised Orbea dealer, who will perform the initial diag- nosis and send Orbea all the necessary documentation for a complete diagnosis of the claim in question. The...
You should not hear any strange noises. If there is any damage to the frame, do not use the bicycle and contact your authorised dealer Orbea products are carefully designed to be long-lasting, for inspection. efficient and easy to maintain. The carbon and alumi- Ensure it’s clean and lubricated.
75 hours of the recommended maintenance periods could result use or once every 6 months (whichever comes first). in damage that is not covered by Orbea’s or the man- If a bearing does not turn smoothly or has excessive ufacturer’s warranty.
If you have any doubts about the consequences of a fall or acci- dent, contact your Orbea dealer for a correct diagno- Always use original Orbea spare parts or those of the sis of the materials. manufacturer of the component in question.
Always follow the minimum insertion indications giv- an Orbea frame. Installing more spacers than allowed en for the seatpost to be used or the frame on racing can stress the materials beyond the range for which bikes with Orbea exclusive seatposts.
12│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 INTENDED USE The intended use for all models is ASTM Condition 4, which provides for use under conditions 1, 2 and 3, as well as on technical nature trails with numerous ob- stacles, with higher gradients and therefore higher speeds.
13│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 LAUFEY SPECIFICATIONS GEOMETRY SIZE 1 - Seat tube (C-T) 380 mm 415 mm 430 mm 460 mm 2 - Top tube (EFF) 572 mm 598 mm 625 mm 652 mm 3 - Head tube...
Minimum height refers to the height of the saddle with the seatpost installed at its maximum insertion, defined by the frame. Maximum and minimum heights are only given for the dropper seatpost and saddle options assembled by Orbea for a specific frame. For these dimensions when using a different dropper seatpost, see the seatpost manufacturer’s specifications and refer to the maximum frame insertion measurements in the technical...
WHEEL SIZE 29” MAXIMUM REAR TYRE SIZE 29 x 2.6” Depends on the fork MAXIMUM FRONT TYRE WIDTH 29 x 2.6” on models specified by Orbea FORK TRAVEL 140 mm MAXIMUM FORK LENGTH (AXLE-TO-CROWN) 565 mm (554 mm recommended) FORK OFFSET 44 mm Integrated 1-1/8”...
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(cyclist+equipment+luggage) on our website *Not all disc and caliper models on the market are compatible with all frames. All the Orbea specified assemblies have been checked. For aftermarket assemblies, check the dimensions and tolerances before purchase. **Oval chainrings from different manufacturers have different dimensions. Orbea does not guarantee the compatibility of all oval...
19│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 EXPLODED DIAGRAM, ASSEMBLY COMPOUNDS AND TIGHTENING TORQUES TYPE OF COLOUR DESCRIPTION COMPOUND GREASE: Assembly grease to avoid creaking and seizing. LUBRICATION HEADSET ADJUSTMENT This is a general headset adjustment guide. See the specific section for your stem model to find the specific tight- ening torques, the recommended assembly compounds and their components.
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20│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 2. With the handlebars fitted to the stem, centre the stem with respect to the front wheel. 3. Tighten the stem top cap to the recommended torque. Check that the headset is free of play by applying the front brake and rocking the bike slightly back and forth.
Faceplate Fork clamp and faceplate screws Standard round headset cap Headset preload screw Standard round headset spacers 1-1/8” (5/10 Standard round headset cap ORBEA ALLOY FORGED 35 MM STEM. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MATERIAL Aluminium HEADSET STANDARD Regular 1-1/8” Ø FORK 1" 1/8 Ø...
HS02–07/08 5 and 10 mm headset spacers. Orbea MTB models with 1-1/8” headset that mount OC Mountain Control stems can be fitted with other aftermarket stems without an HS02 mounting profile. It will be necessary to replace the HS02 adapter headset cap with a standard round headset cap to mount aftermarket stems.
23│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 OC ST-MC10-MC20 STEMS. ELEMENTS Body of the stem Faceplate Fork clamp and faceplate screws Stem cover Headset preload screw Fork area tightening stop HS02–07/08 (5/10 mm) headset spacers Headset cap adapter 1-1/8”-HS02-17 OC MC10/MC20 STEMS. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...
USING HS02 HEADSET SPACERS. OC MOUNTAIN CONTROL STEMS On Orbea MTB frames with a 1-1/8” upper headset standard that use OC Mountain Control stems (with the corresponding HS02–17 headset cap-adapter), the headset spacers HS02-07 (5mm) and HS02-08 (10mm) can be mounted both below and above the stem.
25│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 USING THE TIGHTENING STOP. OC MOUNTAIN CONTROL STEMS The OC Mountain Control stems compatible with the Spinblock function (regardless of whether or not the frame has this function) have a stop in the area where the stem is attached to the fork to ensure that the recommended torque is not exceeded.
26│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 ASSEMBLY COMPOUNDS FOR HANDLEBARS On carbon handlebars, apply a light coating of carbon friction compound to the handlebar-to-stem mounting surface. For aluminium handlebars with aluminium stems, do not apply any assembly compound to the clamping area of the handlebar.
Garmin / Sigma / Bryton / Wahoo OC CM-05. ASSEMBLY EXPLODED VIEW AND TIGHTENING TORQUES Orbea reminds you of the recommendation of GPS unit manufacturers to use the safety cord supplied with the cycle computers around the handlebars to prevent damage to or loss of the unit in the event of...
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28│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 With the GPS mount installed above the stem, the fork tube height must be suitable for the height of the stem and the headset spacers and/or the GPS mount fitted. See the Headset section of this manual for more informa-...
29│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 AXLES, DROPOUTS AND DERAILLEUR HANGER AXLES, DROPOUTS AND DERAILLEUR HANGER. ELEMENTS. REAR AXLE FRONT AXLE Rear thru-axle Front thru-axle Sram UDH derailleur hanger Sram UDH derailleur hanger nut Sram UDH derailleur hanger washer EXPLODED DIAGRAM, ASSEMBLY COMPOUNDS AND TIGHTENING TORQUES...
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30│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 SRAM T-TYPE DERAILLEUR COMPATIBILITY: Laufey, as it uses the Sram UDH derailleur hanger, is compatible with Sram T-Type derailleurs with direct mounting to the frame (without derailleur hanger). FRONT AXLE: The specific mounting instructions for the front thru-axle on suspension forks are defined by the fork manufacturer.
31│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 OTHER FRAME HARDWARE EXPLODED DIAGRAM, ASSEMBLY, COMPOUNDS AND TIGHTENING TORQUES Seatpost clamp 34.9 mm Downtube cable guide. Rear derailleur and brake Bottle holder bolts TYPE OF COLOUR DESCRIPTION COMPOUND GREASE: Assembly grease to avoid creaking and seizing.
32│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 LOCKR. STORAGE IN THE DOWNTUBE Laufey lets you store your tools and spare parts in the frame’s downtube thanks to the LOCKR cap, so you can empty your pockets and backpack, knowing that you have everything you need with you.
33│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 USING THE OC LK-02–B BAG See the video linked below to learn what tools you can store in the LK-02–B bag and the best way to do it. Click here to watch the video...
34│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 FRAME PROTECTORS Right seatstay adhesive rubber protector Downtube adhesive transparent protector INSTRUCTIONS FOR FITTING TRANSPARENT PROTECTORS 1. Clean the surface of the frame with isopropyl alcohol with a maximum concentration of 70% beforehand until any dirt and remains of the previous protector are gone 2.
35│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 CHAINGUIDE COMPATIBILITY Laufey is compatible with two-bolt ICGS-05 mounting standard chainguides. Depending on the chain line of the crank and chainring fitted (Laufey is compatible with 52 and 55mm chain lines), the use of adjustment washers may be necessary for proper installation of the chainguide.
36│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 CABLE GUIDING OVERVIEW OF CABLE GUIDING IN THE FRAME LINES ENTRY ON LEFT SIDE CABLE GUIDING THROUGH CHAINSTAYS...
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37│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 Cable entry in Left Road brake assemblies: In setups with the rear brake mounted on the left of the handlebar, the rear brake line enters the frame on the right side of the frame, leaving an unused entry hole on the left side of the downtube.
38│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT SUSPENSION FORK ADJUSTMENT FOX FORKS See the manufacturer’s user manual for the suspension forks mounted on the various models. Click on the following links to access the documentation: Fox main manuals page Fox 34 Float 2022 Performance Grip 140 mm fork manual The following tables give approximate values.
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39│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 Cyclist weight GRIP cartridge rebound clicks (lbs) (kg) 160-170 73-77 170-180 77-82 180-190 82-86 190-200 86-91 200-210 91-95 210-220 95-100 220-230 100-104 230-240 104-109 240-250 109-113 ADJUSTING THE COMPRESSION 3-Position Micro Adjustment: The 3-position adjustment is useful for making quick adjustments and controlling fork performance in situations with variable terrain.
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40│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 RECOMMENDED SAG ADJUSTMENT STARTING AIR PRESSURE FOR MARZOCCHI BOMBER Z2 FORKS Cyclist weight Air pressure (kg) (psi) (lbs) (bar) 120-130 54-59 130-140 59-64 140-150 64-68 150-160 68-73 160-170 73-77 170-180 77-82 180-190 82-86 190-200...
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41│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 Cyclist weight RAIL cartridge rebound clicks (lbs) (kg) 200-210 91-95 210-220 95-100 220-230 100-104 230-240 104-109 240-250 109-113 ADJUSTING THE COMPRESSION 2-Position Micro Adjustment: The 2-position adjustment is useful for making quick adjustments and controlling fork performance in situations with variable terrain.
42│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 TIGHTENING TORQUES. OVERVIEW...
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4 mm 5 N.m chainguide model) LOCKR cap cam bolt Allen key 3 mm 4 N.m Orbea Forged MTB stem cap preload bolt Allen key 4 mm 5-6 N.m Orbea Forged MTB stem fork fixing bolts Allen key 4 mm 6 N.m...
44│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 LAUFEY 2024 SPARE PARTS See the full Orbea spare parts catalogue on our web site: www.orbea.com/gb-en/gear/spare-parts/ Or go to all Laufey spare parts directly: Laufey 2024 spare parts REAR AXLE Click on the part number to buy online SRAM UDH X12 DERAILLEUR HANGER.
45│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 HEADSET Click on the part number to buy online INTEGRATED MTB HEADSET 1-1/8” - 1-1/2” Includes the standard round headset cap, which is not used on builds with OC Mountain Control stems P P A A R R T T N N o o . . : : X X 0 0 2 2 3 3 1.1_ Standard 1-1/8”...
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46│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 HEADSET CAP-ADAPTER HS02-17 OC MC STEMS P P A A R R T T N N o o . . : : X X 9 9 7 7 0 0 2_ Headset cap HS02-17 48mm No SIC No Spinblock HS02 HEADSET SPACER KIT.
47│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 OC ST-MC20 STEM Click on the part number to buy online OC ST-MC20 STEM Includes faceplate, stem cap, preload bolt, tightening stop and bolts. P P A A R R T T N N O O . . : : C C 0 0 2 2 6 6...
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48│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 HEADSET CAP-ADAPTER HS02-17 OC MC STEMS P P A A R R T T N N o o . . : : X X 9 9 7 7 0 0 5_ Headset cap HS02-17 48mm No SIC No Spinblock OC CM-05 GPS MOUNT P P A A R R T T N N O O .
49│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 OTHER FRAME HARDWARE Click on the part number to buy online SEATPOST CLAMP 34.9 P P A A R R T T N N o o . . : : X X 2 2 0 0 2 2 1_ Seatpost clamp.
50│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 ADHESIVE CLAMPS FOR DOWNTUBE CABLES Click on the part number to buy online ADHESIVE CLAMPS FOR DOWNTUBE CABLES KIT Only used on frame iterations without integrated clamps on the inside of the downtube P P A A R R T T N N o o . . : : X X 6 6 3 3 7 7...
51│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 LOCKR CAP AND BAG Click on the part number to buy online LAUFEY 2024 LOCKR CAP P P A A R R T T N N o o . . : : X X 6 6 4 4 0 0 1.1_ Laufey 2024 LOCKR cap...
52│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 FRAME PROTECTORS Click on the part number to buy online LAUFEY 2024 RIGHT SEATSTAY RUBBER PROTECTOR P P A A R R T T N N o o . . : : X X 6 6 3 3 9 9...
53│ORBEA BLUE PAPER LAUFEY • 2024 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Find more information about Orbea on social media FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/orbeabicycles INSTAGRAM www.instagram.com/orbeabicycles LINKEDIN www.linkedin.com/company/orbea-s-coop YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/user/OrbeaBicycles MANUALS Download the latest version of this manual, as well as any other Orbea and OC products at: /www.orbea.com/gb-en/support/manuals/...
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