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Any
fixing bolt or nut that can be tightened on a bike should ideally
be done to torque specifications. The table below is for
general reference only. Always refer first to the manufacturers
specifications..... and remember
the reason for using a torque wrench - 'tights just right, too
tights stripped'
| Component |
Material |
lb./ft. |
| handlebar
stem |
any |
12-14 |
| handlebar
stem bolt |
any |
14-15 |
| handlebar
locknut |
steel,
titanium |
25-30 |
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aluminum |
20-35 |
| bottom
bracket lockring |
steel |
20-35 |
| . |
aluminum |
15-20 |
| bottom
bracket fixed cup |
any |
20-25 |
| cotterless
crank bolt |
steel,
titanium |
25-30 |
| chainring
bolt |
aluminum |
4-6 |
| . |
steel |
6-7 |
| pedal
attachment |
any |
30-33 |
| saddle
binder bolt |
steel,
titanium |
6-8 |
| brake
mounting bolt |
steel,
titanium |
6-7 |
| brake
pivot bolt |
any |
3-4 |
| brake
lever bolt |
any |
5-6 |
| derailleur
mount bolt |
any |
6-7 |
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