Ensure that the handlebars are appropriately aligned and are tightened to a minimum 17Nm of torque when
Test the attachment by bracing the front wheel between your knees and try to move the handlebars up and down and from side to side. The handlebars are secure within the stem and the stem within the fork steerer tube if no movement is detected when applying turning pressure.
| Brake Lever |
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| Grip | MTB Handlebar Assembly |
| Drop Bar | Expander Bolt |
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Handlebar Stem | Expander Wedge | Handlebar |
Handlebar Stem
Expander Wedge
Racing Handlebar Assembly
Handlebar / Forks
Handlebar positioning is largely directed by rider preference. However, there are general principles governing how the handlebars should be set up for the different bicycle types. On BMX bicycles, the handlebar should remain roughly in an upright position, with slight forward or backward adjustments for rider comfort. For MTB bikes, it is recommended that the bar should be almost horizontal, with the ends pointing back and slightly down. The
the rear wheel hub.
A single Allen key or hexagonal bolt
is used to secure the handlebar into the stem on MTB and Racing style
bicycles. BMX bicycles may have four clamping bolts.
These should be tightened to 18Nm. Ensure that the curved rake of the
fork is angled to the front of the bicycle when setting the handlebars
in the fork.
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Always check the handlebar clamping mechanism has been firmly tightened prior to riding.
Regularly inspect the handlebar grips and tube end plugs. If damaged, replace, especially on children’s bicycles, as exposed ends on handlebars can cause injuries.
Replacement forks must have the same rake, length and inner tube diameter as those originally supplied on the bicycle.
RAOM0507 | Apollo Bicycle Company Pty. Ltd. ABN: 60 001 914 469 | Updated 23/05/07 |
