Rockhopper Adjustable Dropout Installation Guide

Install the left and right dropouts. Do not tighten the dropout

bolts yet, leave them 1/4 turn loose.

NOTE: Make sure the bolt threads and washers are greased.

Install the disc brake.

SUBJECT: Rockhopper Adjustable Dropout Installation

FROM: Engineering Department

DATE: 06/21/07

To ensure correct installation of the adjustable dropouts, please read and familiarize yourself

with the following steps:

INSTALLATION GUIDE

Install the rear wheel in the loose dropouts. Tightening the

quick-release will self-align the wheel and dropouts.

Rockhopper models are equipped with a right dropout with

an integrated derailleur hanger and a left dropout.

Centrum models are equipped with a right dropout without an

integrated derailleur hanger and a left dropout.

After-Market dropouts are offered with the built-in derailleur hanger

only and can be used with gears or as a single-speed dropout.

Rockhopper

Right Dropout

9898-4245

Rockhopper

Left Dropout

9898-4240

GREASE

Please read the following instructions. If you have any doubt regarding your mechanical ability and/or installation of

this product, visit your local authorized dealer. Specialized recommends that the dropouts be installed using a torque

wrench, by a qualified mechanic.

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INSTALLATION GUIDE SUBJECT: Rockhopper Adjustable Dropout Installation FROM: Engineering Department DATE: 06/21/07 To ensure correct installation of the adjustable dropouts, please read and familiarize yourself with the following steps: Please read the following instructions. If you have any doubt regarding your mechanical ability and/or installation of this product, visit your local authorized dealer. Specialized recommends that the dropouts be installed using a torque wrench, by a qualified mechanic.
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INSTALLATION GUIDE 5 6 Derail leur Single -Spee d Single-Speed style: Pull the wheel backward, so that the chain is properly tensioned. Tighten the two drive side bolts so that they’re fixed, but not torqued to specification yet. Derailleur style: Push the wheel all the way forward. Make sure the tire is centered between the chainstays. 7 8 1 2 250 in-lbf 3 4 Apply downward force with body weight on the saddle and apply the rear brake, then roll the bike forward slightly.