ARGON18 Grey Matter User manual

VALID FOR MY2022 VERSION 1 / 2022-11-15- ARTWORK 356A

2GRA1 - GREY MATTER 356A: ASSEMBLY GUIDE
Table of contents
1. Tools Needed & Spare Parts Kit 3
2. Troubleshooting / Tips & Specifications 4
3. Frameset Inspection 5
4. Frameset Skus & Descriptions 6-7
5. SeatPost Installation 8
6. SeatPost Min. & Max. Insertion 9
7. Derailleur Hanger Assembly 10
8. 3D Headset Installation 11
10. Brake Routing 12
11. Front Brake Routing 13
12. Mechanical Groupset Routing 14-15
13. eTap Groupset Routing 16
14. Di2 8100-9200 Groupset Routing 17-18
15. Di2 Groupset Routing 19-20
16. Dropper Seatpost Installation 21
17.Bottom Bracket Cable Guide Installation 22
18. Fork Installation 23
19. Bottle Cage Position 24
20. Rear Rack And Fender Installation 25
21. Front Rack And Fender Installation 26 My GREY MATTER
Date of Purchase:
Retailer:
Size:
Serial Number:
To maintain the validity of the warranty,
the bicycle must be fully assembled by
an authorized Argon 18 dealer. High-end
components, particularly carbon parts,
require extra care during assembly.
These components must be installed
using a torque wrench to ensure each bolt
is at the specified torque setting
to prevent damage.

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1. Tools Needed & spare parts Kit
Hydraulic Hose Cutter Allen Key Set Utility Picks Clean RagFlush Cut Plier
Derailler Hanger
Alignement Gauge
Cables And
Housing Cutter
Thread Locker
Medium Strength
Isopropyl Alcohol Torque Wrench Cassette Lockring Tool
Carbon Paste & Grease
8mm Wrench Bleed Kit Torx Key Set Mineral Oil Headset Press
Rear Derailleur Hanger
100279
Seat Post Clamp
80801
Spare parts Kit
IMPORTANT:
Spare Parts Kit: Essential parts to
always have on hand
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY…THIS MIGHT
SAVE YOUR RIDE!

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2. Troubleshooting / Tips & Specifications
Brakes
Front brake - 140/160mm disc rotors
Rear brake - 140/160mm disc rotors
Rear mount thickness: 20mm.
Tire Clearance
700c
Maximum clearance: 700x42c. Tires must be no wider than 43mm for both front and
rear wheels. With fenders, tires must be no wider than 38mm.
650b
Maximum clearance: 650bx47. Tires must be no wider than 47mm for both front and
rear wheels. With fenders, tires must be no wider than 42mm.
Seat Post
Ø 27.2mm
Bottom Bracket
BB86 (Press-fit)
Headset
A18 3D IST2
Bottom Bearing: MR127 - 1 1/2”, 36° x 45° Stainless Steel
Top Bearing: MR127 - 1 1/2”, 36° x 45° Stainless Steel
*Some systems may require a 1 1/2”, 45° x 45° top bearing
For more information, please refer to: Argon 18 - Internal routing compatibility
Chainring
The Grey Matter can run a 50-34 chainring maximum. It has been optimized for a
gravel crankset.
A chainring of 48T maximum can be installed in 1x configuration.
Seat Post Collar
Ø 31.8mm
Front Derailleur
The Grey Matter can be used with a 31.8mm clamp front derailleur, or with a front
derailleur clamp band adapter.
Accessories
The Grey Matter is designed to take fenders, a rear rack up to 27kg and front rack up
to 18kg.
Please contact customer service at inf[email protected] for any further inquiries.

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Before assembling your new Grey Matter, please verify that you have all
the following:
1. Frameset parts checklist (see p.6-7)
2. Inspect the frame for cosmetic defects (scratches, bumps, cracks, paint
defects, etc.)
3. For reference, record serial number on p.2
4. All the necessary bolts (refer to frameset parts, p.6-7)
5. For optimal shifting performance, use a derailleur alignment gauge to make
sure that the derailleur hanger is straight.
3. Frameset Inspection
No. A18 SKU# Funcon Descripon Screw Type Torque Detail Qty
1 81052 Front Thru Axle M12 x 1.5 x 119mm Axle Thru Axle 12 Nm Grease 1
2 81053 Rear Thru Axle M12 x 1.5 x 161mm Axle Thru Axle 12 Nm Grease 1
3 100279* Rear Derailleur Hanger Screw M4 x 14mm Screw Taper Head 2 Nm Locte 1
4 100280* BB Cable Guide Screw M5 x 16mm Screw Flat Head Hand Tighten Locte 1
5 80801* Seatpost Collar Screw M5 x 22mm Screw Socket Head 4 Nm Grease 1
6 81249 Water Bole Screw M5 x 14mm Screw Buon Head 3 Nm Grease 10
7 100283* Cable Cover Screw M4 x 8mm Screw Flat Head Hand Tighten Locte 2
* Included with
Some of the following parts are already assembled on the frame. When
assembling the bike, you will need to adjust these parts according to their
torque specifications and fastener conditions when necessary.
For troubleshooting and FAQ, please visit :
https://www.parktool.com/en-us/blog/repair-help/rear-derailleur-hanger-alignment
Apply carbon paste on the
indicated surfaces.
Apply grease on the
indicated surfaces.
Apply threadlocker on the
indicated surfaces.
4
6Nm
2.5
1Nm
4
5.5Nm
4
7Nm
2
HT
5
12Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
4
3Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
HT
3
HT
40Nm 4Nm
T25
T25
4
3Nm
10
HT
2.5 5
9Nm
2.5
HT-2
32.5
HTHT
3
4Nm
3
2Nm
6
10Nm
2.5
HT
4Nm6Nm
8
Torque Value
Allen key size
IMPORTANT:
Indicates special precautions and
important steps that must be taken to
avoid damage and/or injury.

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4. Frameset SKUs and Descriptions
*Except for the frame itself, which is not sold separately as a spare part, all parts can be ordered by referring to their respective SKU number.*
80801
81052
81053
100279
100280
80811
80264
100281 100282
100283
81249
100156
100361
FK.GM.XXS-S.356A
FK.GM.M-Xl.356A
Grey Matter Frame
*Not available as a separate SKU
81054
Available Separately
38446 100362

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4. Frameset SKUs and Descriptions
No. Name A18 SKU# Qty
1 Grey Matter Frame - 1
2Grey Matter Fork 54 mm (XXS-S)
Grey Matter Fork 49 mm (M-XL)
FK.GM.XXS-S.356A
FK.GM.M-XL.356A 1
3 Grey Matter Dropout Assembly 100279 1
4 Grey Matter BB Cable Guide Assembly 100280 1
5 Button Head Cap Screw For Water Bottle 81249 10
6 Grey Matter Cover For Mech 100281 2
7 Grey Matter Cable Cover 100282 2
8 Flat Head Cap Screw M4x8 100283 2
9 GW Front Thru Axle 12mm 81052 1
10 GW Rear Thru Axle 12mm 81053 1
11 Removable Lever For GW Thru Axle 12mm 81054 3
12 Plastic Plug For Water bottle Eyelet 80264 16
13 Foam Liner For Hydraulic Hose 80811 2
14 3D Headset Sleeve IST2 100156 1
15 3D Headset Column 25mm IST2 100361 1
16 Seatpost Collar 80801 1
Optional parts that can be ordered separately
- External Battery SP1 + Holder 38446 1
- 3D Headset Column 15mm IST2 100362 1

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5SeatPost installation
1. Apply grease on the thread of the M5 x 22mm socket head screw.
2. Assemble the seat post collar (80801) as shown.
3. Adjustthe seatpostatthedesiredheight.Makesuretofollowtheseatpostmin and
max insertion limits. (p. 9)
4. Tighten the M5 x 22mm socket head screw on the seatpost clamp to 4Nm.
IMPORTANT:
Refer to p.9 for seatpost MIN
and MAX insertion limits.
M5 x 22mm
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
5
9.5Nm
4
5Nm
2
HT
8
12Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
4Nm
T25
T25
2.5
HT
80801
M5 x 22mm
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
5
9.5Nm
4
5Nm
2
HT
8
12Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
4Nm
T25
T25 2.5
HT

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6. SeatPost MIN. & MAX. insertion
Depending on the size of the frame, the desired height and
the chosen seatpost, the seatpost might need to be cut.
Seatpost insertion Limits (mm)
SIZE Max. Insertion Min. Insertion
A B
XX-SMALL 180 80
X-SMALL 210 80
SMALL 245 80
MEDIUM 215 80
LARGE 250 80
X-LARGE 285 80
B
A

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For assistance, visit Park Tool’s website at:
https://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help/rear-derailleur-hanger-alignment
7. Derailleur Hanger Assembly
Assembling the rear derailleur hanger:
1. Assemble the rearderailleur hanger (100279) on the frame.
2. Apply a drop of blue Threadlocker (n. 242) on the
M4x14mm screw threads and tighten to 2Nm.
3. Use a rear derailleur hanger alignment gauge to align the
rear derailleur hanger. (If necessary)
100279
Using a front derailleur :
1. The Grey Matter seattube is 31.8mm in diameter. A front
derailleur can be used with a band clamp adapter, or a
clamp band front derailleur.
Seattube OD : 31.8mm
4
6Nm
2.5
1Nm
4
5.5Nm
4
7Nm
2
HT
5
12Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
4
3Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
HT
3
HT
40Nm 4Nm
T25
T25
4
3Nm
10
HT
2.5 5
9Nm
2.5
HT-2
32.5
HTHT
3
4Nm
3
2Nm
6
10Nm
2.5
HT
4Nm6Nm
8
M4 x 14mm

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8. 3d headset installation
Assembling the 3D headset ( 0mm )
1. If the 0mm configuration is chosen, the bearing goes directly in the headtube.
100156
+25mm
0mm
100361 - 25mm
100362 - 15mm
+15mm Available Separately
Assembling the 3D headset ( +15 / +25mm )
1. Apply grease to the inside of the headtube.
2. Insert the plastic sleeve (100156) into the headtube.
3. Apply grease on the plastic sleeve (100156).
4. Position the 3D column (100361 or 100362) perfectly straight on the
headtube opening.
5. Slowly press the cups into the frame using a headset press + adaptor until it sits
flush with the frame.

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10. Brake routing
1. Guidetherearbrakehousingintothedowntubestartingatthebottombracketuntil
it exits at the headtube.
2. If desired, slide a foam liners (80811) onto the brake housing until it reaches the
bottom bracket shell.
3. Attach the brake hose to the guide on the non-drive side chainstay with
cable ties.
Brake Housing
Cable tie

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11. Front brake routing
Front Brake
1. Guidethehydraulichousingthroughtheholeinthefork
leg until it exits from the bottom hole on
the steerer.

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12. Mechanical groupset routing
1. Guidetherear gearhousingintothe downtube starting atthe bottombracket until
it exits at the headtube.
2. Guidethefrontgearhousingintothedowntubestartingatthebottombracketuntil
it exits at the headtube.
3. If desired, slide a foam liners (80811) onto the gear housing until it reaches the
bottom bracket shell.
4. Attach the rear gear housing to the guide on the drive side chainstay with
cable ties.
5. Respect the order of the housing shown (image on right), to avoid crossing the
housing while installing the bottom bracket cable guide.
Gear Housing
Cable tie
Brake Front Rear

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12.1 Mechanical groupset routing
1. If using SRAM or an older Shimano front derailleur, use the frame cable
stop configuration.
2. Install a housing end cap on the gear housing prior to the cable stop.
3. If using a newer Shimano front derailleur, you can bypass the frame cable stop
and use the one on the front derailleur.
Using the cable stop Without the cable stop

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13. eTap groupset routing
1. Install both derailleur, no
routing required.
Brake Housing

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14. Di2 8100-9200 Groupset routing
Di2 Wires
The Grey Matter is compatible with Di2 groupset, however, it is not optimized
for them:
1. Guide both derailleur cables through the hole at the bottom of the seattube
until they exit at the top of the seattube.
2. Connect both cables in the battery.

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14.1 Di2 8100-9200 Groupset routing
1. Wrap the battery holder (81233) around the Di2 battery.
2. Connect the battery to the system.
3. Insert the battery into the seatpost shaft until it sits at the bottom of
the shaft.
4. Install the cover for mechanical (100281) through the cable.
5. Apply Loctite to the threads of the M3 x 8mm screw and hand tighten
the screw.
6. Attach the rear derailleur cable to the guide on the drive side chainstay with
cable ties.
81233
Di2 Battery
100281
Di2 WiresBrake Housing
Cable tie
M3 x 8mm
4
6Nm
2.5
1Nm
4
5.5Nm
4
7Nm
2
HT
5
12Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
4
3Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
HT
3
HT
40Nm 4Nm
T25
T25
4
3Nm
10
HT
2.5 5
9Nm
2.5
HT-2
32.5
HTHT
3
4Nm
3
2Nm
6
10Nm
2.5
HT
4Nm6Nm
8

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15. Di2 Groupset routing
Di2 Wires
TIPS:
Use a gear cable and a metal cable end to
fix and pull the Di2 wires through the frame.
The Grey Matter is compatible with Di2 groupset, however, it is not
optimized for them:
1. Connect all wires to the JC-41 junction box and slide the box into the downtube
from the headtube.
2. Using as fishing cable*, guide battery, rear derailleur and front derailleur ca-
bles to exit through the hole under the bottom bracket.

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15.1 Di2 Groupset routing
100281
Di2 WiresBrake Housing
M3 x 8mm
4
6Nm
2.5
1Nm
4
5.5Nm
4
7Nm
2
HT
5
12Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
4
3Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
HT
3
HT
40Nm 4Nm
T25
T25
4
3Nm
10
HT
2.5 5
9Nm
2.5
HT-2
32.5
HTHT
3
4Nm
3
2Nm
6
10Nm
2.5
HT
4Nm6Nm
8
Brake
Battery Cable
Front Rear
81233
Di2 Battery
Cable tie
1. Install the cover for mechanical (100281) on the seattube hole.
2. Apply Loctite to the threads of the M3 x 8mm screw and hand tighten
the screw.
3. Insert the battery cable through the cover for mechanical until it exits from
the seattube.
4. Wrap the battery holder around the Di2 battery and connect the battery to
the system.
5. Insert the battery into the seatpost until it sits at the bottom of the shaft.
6. Attach the rear derailleur cable to the guide on the drive side chainstay with
cable ties.
7. Respect the order of the housing shown (image above), to avoid crossing the
housing while installing the bottom bracket cable guide.