User manual BONTRAGER SEATPOST

[. . . ] Madison Street Waterloo, Wisconsin 53594 © Copyright Trek Bicycle Corporation 2004 All rights reserved The seat, the part you sit on when riding a bike, is held in place by the seatpost (Figure 2). The seatpost binder secures the seatpost in the frame. Proper adjustment of each component is important for your comfort and pedaling efficiency. This section explains how to inspect, adjust, and lubricate your seatpost. Inspect your seatpost regularly Every month inspect the seatpost quick-release lever, or seat post binder bolt, and seat fixing bolt (Figure 2) for proper tightness. [. . . ] If you are not sure of the diameter of our saddle rails, consult your dealer. Generally, it is easier to remove the saddle with the seatpost held firmly in the bike frame. However, the old seatpost may be corroded slightly, making removal or the seatpost difficult without the seat attached for leverage and grip. These instructions explain how to remove a seatpost that may be slightly corroded. To remove an old seatpost Loosen the seatpost binder bolt. Twist the saddle to loosen and partially remove the seatpost from the frame. Loosen the saddle clamp bolts enough to remove the saddle from the saddle clamp. Visually inspect the top edge and interior surface of the seat tube for burrs or deformation that might mar the seatpost. With your finger, again check the seat tube. If there are any rough spots or burrs, remove them before going to the next step. Grease the seatpost, except for models with a carbon fiber seatpost tube. Apply a light bearing grease to the seatpost where it inserts into the seat tube. This helps prevent galvanic corrosion where the aluminum seatpost can chemically bond to the steel, aluminum, carbon, or titanium seat tube. Some manufacturers tell you not to grease the seatpost with some frames. As an example, Trek says that a special insert inside the seat tube of OCLV carbon frames means you should NOT grease a seatpost inserted into an OCLV frame. If you are unsure, check with the manufacturer. Insert the seatpost into the frame to its minimum insertion mark. locations To install the saddle Figure 3- Bontrager saddle rails clamping mechanism 1. Loosen the saddle clamp bolt (Figure 4). Slide the saddle rails into the rail grooves of the compression wedges. Adjust the tilt and setback of the saddle Seat rail Compression Seat rail Compression to your preference. [. . . ] This warranty extends from the date of purchase, applies only to the original owner, and is not transferable. Trek is not responsible for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. Claims under this warranty must be made through an authorized dealer. [. . . ]