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Cables and Cable Housing
Cables and housing are one of the most overlooked
parts on the scooter. The first indication that your
cables and housing need to be replaced is an
increased amount of pressure needed to operate the
brakes or shifters. Before every ride, check that there
are no kinks or frays in the cables and housing. Also
check that the housing is seated properly into each
cable stop of the scooter. It is recommended
that the cables and housing are replaced at least
every riding season to prolong the life of your bike.
Do not ride a scooter that is not
operating properly.
When re-fitting the stem, make sure the handlebars are correctly aligned and tightened using the appropriate
hex wrench or allen key.
Do not over tighten.
Test the security of the handlebar within the stem, and the stem within the fork steerer tube, by clamping the front
wheel between your knees and trying to move the handlebar up and down, and from side to side. The handlebar
should not move when applying turning pres
sure.
Never ride unless the handlebar clamping
mechanism has been securely tightened.
kink
fray
good cable
Handlebars
The exact positioning of the handlebar is a matter
of personal comfort.
Rider should be able to comfortably steer, balance and apply
the brakes. If this is not the case, adjust handlebar position.
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HANDLEBARS AND STEM
Handlebar Stem
The handlebar stem fits into the steering column and is held firm by
the action of a binder bolt and expander wedge which, when tight
ened,
binds with the inside of the fork steerer tube.
When removing the stem, loosen the stem bolt two or three turns,
then give it a tap to loosen the wedge inside.
Lubricate by first wiping off any old grease and grime, then applying a
thin film of grease to the part, including the wedge, that will be inser
ted
into the frame.
The height of the handlebar can be adjusted to suit your
comfort preference.
If the stem is removed from the steering column, you will notice a
mark about 65mm up from the bottom with the words “max. height” or
“minimum insertion".
Never ride a scooter if the stem has
been raised so that the max. height/
minimum insertion line can be seen.
Handlebar Clamp Bolts
Handlebar Binder Bolt
Stem Bolt
Max. Height/
Min. Insertion Mark
Stem Bolt Wedge
Max. Height/
Minimum Insertion
Mark
Warning: Over tightening the stem
bolt or headset assembly may cause
damage to the scooter and/or injury
to the rider.