Easton Bike

Installation of the Handlebar

• Remove and lightly grease all bolt threads.
• Thoroughly clean the clamping surfaces of both the handlebar and the stem with alcohol, and alloy to dry. Apply carbon friction paste to the clamping surfaces.
• Install the Easton Attack TT Handlebar in the stem (Figure 1), position it as desired, and secure it into position according to the stem manufacturer's instructions.

Pad Supports and Pads

• Pad height can be increased with the included riser kit. If a pad riser kit is used, position the riser block under the pad holder and install with the included longer fasteners. Pad supports can be adjusted forward and aft by swapping the right and left supports.
• Adjust pad supports to desired position and tighten fasteners to 25 to 35 in-lbs (3 to 4 Nm).
• Attach pads by removing the paper backing from the adhesive, position the adhesive, and stick the pad Velcro onto the pad support.

Fitting Extensions

• Assemble the extension into the adjuster as shown (Figure 3).
• Regardless of extension length, cut or uncut, the extensions must be inserted the required 48 mm (Figure 4). Follow the carbon cutting instructions posted on the www.eastonbike.com web site.

If the extensions are inserted completely and a shorter reach is desired for rider preference, the rear ends of the adjustable aero extensions can be trimmed up to a maximum of 90 mm.

• Position the extensions in the desired position and tighten with supplied Easton tool (Figure 5). Tighten the nuts with the tool until the extensions are secure. Check the security of both extensions to confirm they do not move, rock, or twist in the adjusters.

Attack TT­Non-Adjustable: The forward ends of the aero extensions can be trimmed up to 2 in. (50 mm) for rider preference. Follow the carbon cutting instructions posted on the www.eastonbike.com web site.

Shifter Installation

• The Attack TT extensions are designed to accept Shimano, Campagnolo, and SRAM bar end shifters.
• The Attack TT bars are designed for internal routing of shifter cables. First run the housing through the ports; remembering to allow enough slack for the handlebars to turn 90° in both directions; trim the housing to the required length, and then install the bar end shifters following the shifter manufacturer's instructions.
• Wrap the ends of the aero extension with handlebar tape as desired.

Brake Lever Installation

• The Attack TT bar is compatible with both internal and external clamp brake levers.
• The outer handles, where brake levers mount, must not be trimmed or modified in any way.
• The Attack TT bars are designed for internal routing of brake cables (Figure 6). First run the housing through the ports; remembering to allow enough slack for the handlebars to turn 90 degrees in both directions; trim the housing to the required length, and then install the brake levers following the lever manufacturer's instructions.

Attack­Adjustable ONLY:

The Attack­Adjustable bar has two holes on the back of the bar for the right brake housing exit (Figure 6, D+E). Choose the hole that best suits your frame design and cable routing.

• Wrap the ends of the outer handles with handlebar tape as desired.

Note: To ease brake housing installation, use brake cable only and feed backward through bar from brake housing OUT to brake housing IN. Then feed brake housing over cable and through bar. Then remove brake cable and complete brake lever installation with cable in correct direction.

Maintenance

Attack TT Handlebars must be maintained and inspected closely. In particular:

• Inspect for dents, bends, deep scratches, cracks or gouges before each ride. If any are visible, do not use the bicycle until the handlebar has been replaced. Handlebars may be severely weakened even if no damage is visible. After a major impact or accident, even if no damage is visible, have a dealer inspect the handlebar before using the bicycle. Do not attempt to straighten a bent handlebar. It must be replaced.
• Before clamping any item to the handlebar, make sure the clamp is free of any burrs or sharp edges. Do not use a rotating motion to mount any clamped item on the bars. Scratches can cause stress concentrations that can significantly shorten the life of the handlebar.
• Replace your handlebars periodically. Consult your dealer as to the appropriate frequency of replacement. Replace a scratched or damaged handlebar immediately. Destroy any handlebar which you have replaced for safety reasons.