Bontrager Race Lite User Manual

5Inspecting bar-endsIf you are unsure of the safety of your handlebar system, do not ride the bicycle; take the bicycle to your dealer for adjustments

6 WARNINGImproperly adjusted or tightened bar-ends can cause you to lose control and fall. Make sure the bar-ends are positioned and tightened pr

7To adjust the angle of the bar-ends1. Loosen the handlebar clamp bolt(s) just enough that the bar-ends can be rotated on the handlebar.2. Position th

8Installation instructionsThese instructions explain the steps to install new Bontrager bar-ends. The correct installation of bar-ends is critical to

9If any component is made of carbon fiber composite, make sure the connecting parts are carbon-compatible (see page 11).To install bar-ends1. Make room

10Carbon compatibilityCarbon fiber composite can be damaged by sharp edges or clamping mechanisms which cause a point load, or a high pressure area. Be

11draw together smoothly, and not pinch. The clamp bolt must be perpendicular to the radius of the clamped item, and should be as close to the surface

12 WARNINGA damaged carbon fiber part can fail suddenly, causing serious injury or death. Inspect a carbon fiber bicycle, or parts, for damage freq

13After any high force load, like a crash, or other impact to your bicycle, thoroughly inspect all the parts of your bike, and use the following proce

14To check a part for surface problems (visual test)1. Clean the part thoroughly with a damp cloth.2. Look closely for problems:• scratches• gouges• c

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15To check a part for loss of rigidity (flex test)Use the part in a normal manner (without actually rid-ing) while someone watches carefully for unexpe

16To check a part for delamination (tap test)1. Clean the part thoroughly with a damp cloth.2. With a nickel or other coin, tap the part near any pos-

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18Limited WarrantyBontager warrants each new Bontrager component or wheelset against defects in workmanship and materials:For the lifetime of the orig

19This warranty is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of a defective item and is the sole remedy of the warranty. This warranty extends fr

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iiiBONTRAGER RACE X LITE BAR-ENDSOwner’s ManualTable of contentsIntroduction ...1-2Bontrager Race X L

1IntroductionBontrager wheelsets and components are built to exceed the demands of professionals. Pooling vast resources, Bontrager is able to delive

2If you do not understand the information in this manual, or you have a question about your components or wheelset that this manual does not cover, co

3Bontrager Race X Lite bar-endsThese bar-ends (Figure 1) have ergonomic HCM carbon extensions which increase comfort and control.These high-performanc

4Bar-ends provide a secondary hand position on a mountain-style handlebar. Bar-ends are designed for climbing only. Be careful when riding with bar-en