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With the front wheel held off of the ground, ensure that the wheel can spin freely and the wheel is centered between the
brake pads. If the tire is rubbing on the fender, you may need to raise the fender at the fender mount (3-C). The rim should
be centered between the brake pads. If the brake pads are not centered, grasp the brake caliper and rotate the brake to a
centered position (3-D). You may need to hold the fender in place as this is being done.
Fender mount
adjustment
3-C
4.
HANDLEBAR AND STEM ALINGMENT
Tools required - 6mm and 5mm hex wrench
The handlebar should be aligned square to the tire, if not,
slightly loosen the stem bolt, adjust square and retighten
(4-A). Tighten stem bolt firmly. To check tightness, brace
front wheel between your knees, then try to turn the
handlebar left and right. The stem should not move.
Stem
bolt
Stem bolt
4-A
QUESTIONS: Should you have any questions during the final assembly of your new bicycle, please call our product 11/19/13
specialists at 800-226-7552 any day between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Eastern.
3-D
4-B
NOTE: After completing Step 4, Handlebar and
Stem Alignment, your bike should look like this
(4-B) – handlebar and stem facing forward – with
front brakes located in front of fork.
Brakes
are to the
front of
the fork.
pg.4
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