Straightening The Handlebar And Adjusting The Steering Play - Rose File Plus Manuel D'instructions

3.1

Straightening the handlebar and adjusting the steering play

CAUTION
The adjusting bolt for the steering play (1) does not serve to tighten the stem, but only to adjust the play in the steering
bearing!
A
1. Loosen the stem clamp bolts (2) with a hex wrench. Do not loosen the adjusting bolt for the steering play (1).
2. Turn the handlebar in the direction of travel and align it with the front wheel.
3. Check the steering bearing for play by pulling the front brake (A), placing thumb and index simultaneously on the
spacer below the stem and the upper part of the headset (B) and pushing the bike gently backwards and forwards.
→ There must be no noticeable play.
4. If you feel any movement inside the headset, tighten the adjusting bolt for the steering play (1) a quarter turn
clockwise.
5. Check the headset once again for play and repeat the previous steps, if need be, until there is no more play inside the
bearing.
If you have any doubts or uncertainties, seek professional advice from a qualified bicycle mechanic.
6. Tighten the stem clamp bolts (2) alternately. For the required tightening torque see the stem of your bike or chapter
"8.4 Torques" on page 55.
NO GAP
2
2
1
1
GAP
B
3
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