Specialized Stem Cap Torque

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Specialized stem cap torque.

Steerer tube collar locating bolt. Never had anything close to an issue with the lower than max torque. Steerer tube collar pinch bolt. In other words a torque wrench set for 100 in lbs might tighten to 96 in lbs or 104 in lbs.

Specialized bicycle components please note all instructions and notices are subject to change and updates without notice. The specs on alot of my parts like the carbon stem and seatpost clamp indicate a max torque of 5nm which was way more than i would have done if i was just hand tightening. There are basically three types of torque wrenches the beam type the click type and the dial type. This symbol highlights the correct torque value for a specific bolt.

Torque wrenches available to general industrial work including bicycle work are typically accurate to plus or minus four percent. Do up the headset top cap until it is just tight at this point you should be unable to turn your stem spacers. 5 just seems like way to much. Do not overtighten it.

Read it before you take the first ride on your new bicycle and keep it for reference. Page 1 specialized bicycle owner s manual. This manual contains important safety performance and service information. A torque wrench is a good idea at this point.

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