Adjust Goose-neck (adjustable quill stem) on Specialized Expedition

Última actualización: February 19, 2016

5 - 10 minutos

Fácil

Introducción

This guide will show you how to adjust the height of the handle bars and align the stem with the front wheel.

Herramientas

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Loosen the goose-neck (adjustable quill stem) with a 6 mm Allen wrench.
After loosening the goose-neck (adjustable quill stem), it still may be stiff. Hold the wheel from turning and twist the handlebars from side to side.
If quill stem is still stuck then place 6 mm Allen wrench firmly into bolt and tap with a mallet.
Position the handlebars to your preferred height. Make sure not to pull cable and housing to tight. I could adversely effect shifting and braking performance.
Make sure you don't raise quill stem above minimum insert line.

Align the direction of the goose-neck (adjustable quill stem) with the front tire.
Firmly tighten the goose-neck (adjustable quill stem) bolt using a 6 mm Allen wrench.
Pop the bolt cover back on.
If calling a bicycle repair shop, refer to it as a adjustable quill stem (technical term) instead of goose-neck as mechanic may not know what you are talking about.