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Insert the wheel between the fork blades so that the axle seats firmly at the top of the fork dropouts (1-A & 1-B), which
are at the tips of the fork blades. For bikes with disc brakes, ensure that the rotor is sliding between the caliper on the
fork. Hold the wheel firmly to the top of the fork dropout, centering the wheel in the fork. Tension and secure the quick-
release lever as directed below.
Correct quick-release tensioning:
1. Turn the lever to the open position so that the curved part faces away from the bicycle (3-D).
2. While holding the lever in one hand, tighten the lock nut until it stops.
3. Pivot the lever towards the closed position (3-E). When the lever is halfway closed, there must be firm resistance to
turn it beyond that point. If resistance is not firm, open the lever and tighten the adjusting nut in a clockwise direction.
4. Continue to pivot the lever all the way to the closed position so that the curved part faces the bicycle (3-E).
3-E
Note: If you can fully close the quick release without wrapping your fingers around the fork for leverage, and the lever
does not leave a clear imprint in the palm of your hand, the tension is insufficient. Open the lever, turn the adjustment
nut and try again. Continue until quick release lever closes properly. Reconnect the brake cable as explained above.
Please also refer to the Owner's Manual for additional information.
POSITIONING HANDLEBAR Required tool – 5mm or 6mm hex wrench
4.
The best starting position for flat bar style handlebars is with the grip portion of the handlebar parallel to the ground (4-
A). On drop bar style handlebars the flat section of the drop should be parallel to the ground (4-B). To position the
handlebar this way, loosen the handlebar clamp bolts enough to rotate the handlebar (2-A). With the handlebar in the
desired position and centered to the handlebar clamp, tighten the handlebar clamp bolts.
Grip
portion of
handlebar
4-A
QUESTIONS: Should you have any questions during the final assembly of your new bicycle, please call our product
11/12/13
specialists at 800-226-7552 any day between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Eastern.
For bikes with rim brakes, reconnect the
brakes (3-B)
Quick-
release
in correct
closed
position
Flat
section
of drop
4-B
pg. 4
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