Adjusting the angle of the handle- bars

By changing the angle of the handlebars you can adjust the position of the grip to the length of your upper body and your arms.

Most riders are comfortable with a 45° angle so that the grip points diagonally to the front and up.The more upright the grip position the lesser is the maximum possible cramp of the handlebars, since it touches your legs earlier.

In order to change the angle, undo the screw of the handlebars clamping by some turns.Turn the handlebars until they are in your favorite position. Check that the stem clamps the handlebars exactly in the middle.Tighten the clamping screw with 10-12 Nm. Check the correct clamping of the handlebars by mounting your bike and pulling the handlebars. In doing so they must not turn.

Please take care that the clamping area of the stem is thoroughly trimmed and does not have any sharp edges which may lead to a rupture of the handlebars.

Danger! Every time you undo the clamping connection you'll have to check the screw. It must not be bent, corroded or damaged. In addition to this you'll have to check the welded -on thread nut of the clamping.The thread must not be damaged and the screw must turn easily. In case of damage or deformation you have to exchange the clamping screw immediately.

While riding you should allow your arms to rest in a relaxed position on the handlebars. Do not pull on the handlebars. If the handle- bars turn in the stem clamping during the ride stop immediately and tighten the clamping screw of the handlebars again. If the handle- bars turn in a stem that is not sufficiently clamped the handlebars or the stem might be damaged or deformed. In that case a secure clamping of the screw can no longer be guar- anteed, even with the correct tightening tor- que, and handlebars and stem have to be ex- changed.

Caution! After you have adjusted the hand- lebar position you also have to adjust the length of the brake cables and shifter cables. The cables have to run smoothly without any sharp turns and they may not be bent or stretched beyond their elastic limit when the handlebar is at maximum cramping.Also avoid large arches that could be caught up in other parts.

You can make smaller adjustments by moving the cables in their guides at the frame and the handlebar, so that there is enough room at all mobile parts. For this purpose you can move the cable for the front changer a little bit into or out of the frame. If this proves not to be sufficient you will have to have your specialist dealer shorten the cables or replace them by longer cables.

Handlebar grips

The grips on the handlebar are susceptible to wear and tear. Have your grips replaced by your bike shop once they don't feel comfortable anymore.The grips always need to be attached firmly to the handlebar.

Adjusting your new bike

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