Introduction
This guide will show you how to adjust the height of the handle bars and align the stem with the front wheel.
What you need
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Remove the bolt cover with a flathead screwdriver.
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Loosen the goose-neck (adjustable quill stem) with a 6 mm Allen wrench.
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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.
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If quill stem is still stuck then place 6 mm Allen wrench firmly into bolt and tap with a mallet.
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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.
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Make sure you don't raise quill stem above minimum insert line.
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Align the direction of the goose-neck (adjustable quill stem) with the front tire.
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Firmly tighten the goose-neck (adjustable quill stem) bolt using a 6 mm Allen wrench.
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Pop the bolt cover back on.
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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.
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