INSTALLATION
Installation really could not be easier. Brakes install just as they normally would with the slight exception (See tip number 4) and shift cables can be installed or swapped out without the need to remove your bar tape. Below are a few notes that we think will be helpful. If you don’t see an answer to your needs below please do not hesitate to contact us.

1. WASHER.
First check to make sure you have the right washers for your Down-tube or Bar-end shifters. Both sides for either type should use a flat standard size flat washer.  They can be had from our product page or your local bike shop if needed.

Many older Down-tube shifters have curved washers (though current Shimano 10sp Down-tube shifters ship with standard flat washers) and if you have these you will need to replace both with standard flat washers.  Newer Shimano 10sp Bar-end shifters will often have one ‘FAT’ washer which will need to be replaced with a standard sized one.  Shimano 9sp tend to be ok but do check.

2. MOUNTING.
Bar-end: You have a couple of options on how you mount your left Bar-end shifter.  Which you choose will just be a matter of personal preference but the Outside position might be required for some triple front chainring set ups.

                      
Inside.                                                          Outside.

Down-tube: Some Shimano Down-tube shifters require you to pre-load the spring in the left shifter. Easiest way to show this is with a short video:

Additional info on Shimano shifters and this pre-load can be found at:
http://techdocs.shimano.com/techdocs/index.jsp

3. BRAKE CABLE.
Install is done as you would expect however it is made easier by simply adding a slight bend in the end the cable before threading it through the brake stop and lever body.

For brake cable removal use a thinn hex wrench or screwdiver to gently push down on the cable behind its stop to get it to angle upwards so that it can be pushed out.

4. ADDITIONAL TIPS?
If you find any other tips to help with install or otherwise please shoot us a note from the Contact page.  We will be happy to pass it on!

 

One of the crew taking time off from the CAD department.

Always happy to be of service.  Pauli here just finishing up on a windshield wiper repair. Large Lugi was causing a squeaking and smearing issue.  All gone now.