ARGON18 KRYPTON PRO User manual

VALID FOR MY2023 VERSION 1 / 07-03-2023- KRYPTON PRO / KRYPTON 364A / 365A-B

VALID FOR MY2023 VERSION 1 / 07-03-2023- KRYPTON PRO / KRYPTON 364A / 365A-B

VALID FOR MY2023 VERSION 1 / 07-03-2023- KRYPTON PRO / KRYPTON 364A / 365A-B

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Table of contents
1. Tools Needed & Spare Parts Kit 5
2. Troubleshooting / Tips & Specifications 6
3. Frameset Inspection 7
4. Frameset Skus & Descriptions Krypton Pro 8-9
5. Frameset Skus & Descriptions Krypton 10-11
6. Seat Post Installation 12
7. Seat Post Min. & Max. Insertion 13
8. Seat Post Assembly 14-15
9. Rear Derailleur Hanger Assembly 16
10. Front Derailleur Hanger Assembly 17
11. 3D Headset Installation 18
12. Cable and Housing Routing – Mechanical 1X Shifting 19-20
13. Cable and Housing Routing – Mechanical Shifting 21-23
14. Cable and Housing Routing – Electronic Wireless 24-25
15. Cable and Housing Routing – Electronic Wire 26-28
16. Cable and Housing Routing – Dropper seatpost 29
17. Downtube Cable Clamp Installation 30
18. Bottom Bracket Cover Installation 31
19. Fork Installation 32
20. Toolkit Installation 33-36
21. Bottle Cage Position 37
22. Rear Rack And Fender Installation 38-39
23. Front Fender Installation 40
My krypton
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.

5KRYPTON PRO / KRYPTON 364A / 365A-B: ASSEMBLY GUIDE
1. Tools Needed & spare parts Kit
Spare parts Kit
IMPORTANT:
Spare Parts Kit: Essential
parts to always have on hand
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY…
THIS MIGHT SAVE
YOUR RIDE!
1. Hydraulic
Hose Cutter
2. Allen Key Set 3. Flush cut plier 4. Carbon Paste
& Grease
5. Utility Picks 6. Clean Rag
7. Derailler Hanger
Alignement Gauge
13. 8mm Wrench
8. Cables and
Housing Cutter
14. Bleed Kit
9. Thread Locker
Medium strength
15. Torx Key Set
10. Isopropyl Alcohol
16. Mineral Oil
11. Torque Wrench 12. Headset Press
200922
80801
200919
100147
200920
100148
200921
100149
200855
1. Seat Post Clamp 2. Spare Rear Derailleur Hanger

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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: 700x40c. Tires must be no wider than 43mm for both front
and rear wheels.
Tire clearance is affected by crank and front derailleur choice.
Brand Front Derailleur Width Type Max tire size
Shimano R9100 / R8000 Standard Mechanical 700x40c / 43mm
R9250 / R8150 Standard Electronic 700x35c / 38mm
GRX RX810 / RX400 Wide Mechanical 700x40c / 43mm
GRX RX815 Wide Electronic 700x40c / 43mm
SRAM Red / Force Standard Mechanical 700x40c / 43mm
Red / Force AXS* Standard Electronic 700x38c / 41mm
Force AXS Wide* Wide Electronic 700x40c / 43mm
* Without wedge
Seat Post
Ø 27.2mm
Bottom Bracket
Threaded T47, 86mm width
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 Krypton can run a 50-34T chainring maximum.
A chainring of 48T maximum can be installed in 1x configuration.
Seat Post Collar
Ø 31.8mm
Front Derailleur
The Krypton can be used with a front derailleur.
Accessories
The Krypton is designed to take fenders and a rear rack up to 27kg. With fenders, tire
clearance is reduced by 5mm, 700x35C, no wider than 38mm.
Please contact customer service at [email protected] for any
further inquiries.

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3. Frameset Inspection
Before assembling your new Krypton, please complete the following:
1. Verify frameset parts checklist (see p.7-8)
2. Inspect the frame for cosmetic defects (scratches, bumps, cracks,
paint defects, etc.)
3. For reference, record serial number on p.3
4. Verify you have all the necessary bolts (refer to frameset parts,
p.7-8)
5. For optimal shifting performance, use a derailleur alignment gauge
to make sure that the derailleur hanger is straight.
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.
IMPORTANT:
Indicates special precautions and important steps
that must be taken to avoid damage and/or injury.
Torque value:
Under-torquing may cause parts to slip and cause
injury.
Over-torquing may cause screw to break and/or
part to slip and cause injury.
Apply carbon paste on the
indicated surfaces.
Apply grease on the
indicated surfaces.
Apply threadlocker on the
indicated surfaces.
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
44
5Nm
2
6
10Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
HT
T10
T25
2.5
HT
2
HT
2.5
2Nm
5
9.5Nm
5
3Nm
3
HT
5
HT
Torque Value
Allen key size
No. A18 SKU# Function Description Screw Type Torque Detail Qty
1 81052 or 100160 Front Thru Axle M12 x 1.5 x 119mm Axle Thru Axle 10 Nm Grease 1
2 81053 or 100161 Rear Thru Axle M12 x 1.5 x 161mm Axle Thru Axle 10 Nm Grease 1
3 200855 Rear Derailleur Hanger Screw M4 x 12mm Screw Flat Head Torx Hand Tight Threadlocker 1
4 200815* or 200917* (81248) Front Derailleur Hanger Screw M5 x 16mm Screw Flat Head 3 Nm Grease 2
5 80801* or 200922* Seatpost Collar Screw M5 x 22mm Screw Socket Head 4 Nm Grease 1
6 38884 Water Bottle Screw M5 x 14mm Screw Button Head 3 Nm Grease 4
7 SP.KR.365A* Front Saddle Clamp Screw M8 x 35mm Screw - 9.5 Nm Grease 1
8 SP.KR.365A* Rear Saddle Clamp Screw M6 x 30mm Screw Socket Head 9.5 Nm Grease 1
9 SP.KRP.364A* (81143) Saddle Clamp Screw M5 x 40mm Screw Socket Head 4 Nm Grease 2
12 200830* Front Fender Bracket Screw M5 x 14mm Screw Button Head 3 Nm Grease 1
11 200830* Rear Fender Bracket Screw M5 x 10mm Screw Button Head 3 Nm Grease 2
12 200816* Cable Clamp Screw M5 x 18mm Screw Flat Head Hand Tight Threadlocker 1
13 200821* Door Pad Screw M4 x 5mm Screw Flanged Button Head Hand Tight Threadlocker 4
14 200820* or 200918* Door Lever Screw M5 x 14mm Screw Flat Head 3 Nm Threadlocker 1
15 200820* or 200918* Door Locator Screw M3 x 5mm Screw Flat Head Hand Tight Threadlocker 1
16 200820* or 200918* Door Threaded Insert Screw M3 x 10mm Screw Flat Head Hand Tight Threadlocker 2
* Included with () replacement sku

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4.1 FramesetSKUsand Descriptions KRYPTON PRO
*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.*
200922
100161
100160
80811
80264
38884
FK.KRP.S-XL.364A
FK.KRP.XXS-XS.364A
Krypton Pro Frame
*Not available as a separate SKU
81054
200725
200819 (364A)
80988
81240
100146
200814
200917
200830
80805
80804
80551
8098581242
200826 (364A)
200816
200827 (364A)
200921 200920
SP.KRP.364A
200828
200829
200919
200855
200918200821
200831

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4.2 FramesetSKUsand Descriptions krypton pro
No. Name A18 SKU# Qty
1 Krypton Pro Frame - 1
2
Krypton Pro Fork 46 mm (S-XL)
-OR-
Krypton Pro Fork 52 mm (XXS-XS)
FK.KRP.S-XL.364A
FK.KRP.XXS-XS.364A 1
3 Seatpost Krypton Pro 364A SP.KRP.364A 1
4 Dropout DS Type B 200919 1
5 Rear Derailleur Hanger TA Type B 200920 1
6 Rear Derailleur Hanger, Direct Mount TA Type B 200921 1
7 Flat Head Cap Screw M3x8mm Torx 200855 1
8 FD Hanger Removable Forward (With Screws) 364A Copper Anodized 200917 1
9 Cable Clamp Top & Bottom (With Screw) 200816 1
10 BB Cover 100146 1
11 Chain Suck Guard - Krypton 2023 200814 1
12 Long Plug Grommet 80804 3
13 Long Grommet Di2 80805 2
14 Long Gommet Mechanical 80985 2
15 FD Plug 81240 1
16 Rear Brake Oblong Cable Guide 80551 1
17 FD Cable Stopper 81242 1
18 IST2 Krypton Pro SRS Custom Headset Cap 200826 (364A) 1
19 IST2 Krypton Pro 25mm Headset Cap 200827 (364A) 1
20 IST2 Krypton Headset Column 25mm 200828 1
21 IST2 Headset Sleeve 200829 1
22 Socket Head Cap Screw For Water Bottle M5x14mm 38884 6
23 Krypton Pro Toolkit Door 200819 (364A) 1
24 Krypton Toolkit Backbone Kit 200918 1
25 Krypton Toolkit Door-Pads Kit 200821 1
26 GW Front Thru Axle 12mm Lite & Hollow 100161 1
27 GW Rear Thru Axle 12mm Lite & Hollow 100160 1
28 Removable Lever For GW Thru Axle 12mm 81054 1
29 Plastic Plug For Water Bottle Eyelet 80264 13
30 Foam Liner For Hydraulic Hose 80811 3
31 Dirt Guard Kit, Two Parts 80988 1
32 Seatpost Collar 200922 1
33 Di2 Battery Holder (BT-DN300) For 27.2mm SP 200725 1 Set
34 Krypton Fender Bracket Kit 200830 1 Set
35 Krypton Pro Toolkit 200831 1

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5.1 Frameset SKUs and Descriptions KRYPTON
*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
80811
80264
38884
FK.KR.S-XL.365A
FK.KR.XXS-XS.365A
FK.KR.S-XL.365B
FK.KR.XXS-XS.365B
Krypton Frame
*Not available as a separate SKU
81054
200725
200817 (365A)
200818 (365B)
80988
81240
100146
200814
200815
200830
80805
80804
80551
8098581242
200822 (365A)
200824 (365B)
200816
200823 (365A)
200825 (365B)
100149 100148
SP.KR.365A
200828200829
100147 200855 200820
200821
200832

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5.2 Frameset SKUs and Descriptions Krypton
No. Name A18 SKU# Qty
1 Krypton Frame - 1
2
Krypton Fork 46 mm (S-XL)
-OR-
Krypton Fork 52 mm (XXS-XS)
FK.KR.S-XL.365A
FK.KR.S-XL.365B
FK.KR.XXS-XS.365A
FK.KR.XXS-XS.365B
1
3 Seatpost Krypton 365A SP.KR.365A 1
4 Dropout DS Type B 100147 1
5 Rear Derailleur Hanger TA Type B 100148 1
6 Rear Derailleur Hanger, Direct Mount TA Type B 100149 1
7 Flat Head Cap Screw M3x8mm Torx 200855 1
8 FD Hanger Removable Forward (With Screws) 200815 1
9 Cable Clamp Top & Bottom (With Screw) 200816 1
10 BB Cover 100146 1
11 Chain Suck Guard - Krypton 2023 200814 1
12 Long Plug Grommet 80804 3
13 Long Grommet Di2 80805 2
14 Long Gommet Mechanical 80985 2
15 FD Plug 81240 1
16 Rear Brake Oblong Cable Guide 80551 1
17 FD Cable Stopper 81242 1
18 IST2 Krypton SRS Custom Headset Cap 200822 (365A)
200824 (365B) 1
19 IST2 Krypton 25mm Headset Cap 200823 (365A)
200825 (365B) 1
20 IST2 Krypton Headset Column 25mm 200828 1
21 IST2 Headset Sleeve 200829 1
22 Socket Head Cap Screw For Water Bottle M5x14mm 38884 6
23 Krypton Toolkit Door 200817 (365A)
200818 (365B) 1
24 Krypton Toolkit Backbone Kit 200820 1
25 Krypton Toolkit Door-Pads Kit 200821 1
26 GW Front Thru Axle 12mm 81052 1
27 GW Rear Thru Axle 12mm 81053 1
28 Removable Lever For GW Thru Axle 12mm 81054 1
29 Plastic Plug For Water Bottle Eyelet 80264 13
30 Foam Liner For Hydraulic Hose 80811 3
31 Dirt Guard Kit, Two Parts 80988 1
32 Seatpost Collar 80801 1
33 Di2 Battery Holder (BT-DN300) For 27.2mm SP 200725 1 Set
34 Krypton Fender Bracket Kit 200830 1 Set
35 Krypton Toolpouch 200832 1

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6. SeatPost installation
1. Apply grease on the threads of the
M5 x 22mm socket head screw.
2. Assemble the seat post collar
(80801 or 200922) as shown.
3. Adjust the seatpost to the desired
height. Make sure to follow the
seatpost min and max insertion
limits. (p. 13)
4. Tighten the M5 x 22mm socket
head screw on the seatpost clamp
to 4Nm.
IMPORTANT:
Refer to p.13 for seatpost MIN
and MAX insertion limits.
80801
200922
M5 x 22mm
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
4
4
5Nm
2
6
10Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
HT
T10
T25
2.5
HT
2
HT
2.5
2Nm
5
9.5Nm
5
3Nm
3
HT
5
HT
M5 x 22mm
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
44
5Nm
2
6
10Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
HT
T10
T25
2.5
HT
2
HT
2.5
2Nm
5
9.5Nm
5
3Nm
3
HT
5
HT

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7. SeatPost MIN. & MAX. insertion
A
B
Minimum Seatpost Insertion: 80mm
Maximum Seatpost Cut: 115 mm
Saddle Height Limits (mm)
SIZE Max Saddle
Height
Min Saddle
Height
Min Saddle Height
(Without cut)
Min Seatpost
Insert
Max
Seattube
Insert
Max
Seat-
tube
Cut
A B C D E F
XX-SMALL 740 590 666 80 154 76
X-SMALL 770 620 670 80 180 50
SMALL 805 655 672 80 213 17
MEDIUM 840 690 690 80 242 0
LARGE 875 725 725 80 274 0
X-LARGE 910 760 760 80 300 0
Refer to the adjacent table for details on saddle height and seatpost insertion limits:
i. The correct frame size must be determined according to the saddle height limits.
A. Maximum Saddle Height.
B. Minimum Saddle Height.
ii. Depending on the size of the frame and the desired saddle height, the seatpost might
need to be cut.
If the desired saddle height is lower than value “C”, calculate the required cutting length
“G” as follow:
“G” = “C” – “Desired saddle height “ + 10mm (to allow adjustment)
Example: For a desired saddle height of 635mm on a XX-Small frame, the required mini-
mum seatpost cut length (G) is:
G = 666 - 635 + 10 = 41 mm
Important: The saddle height can't be lower than value “B” .
C
**Based on saddle with 50mm between center of rail to top.**
G
F
E
D

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8.1 Seat Post Assembly KRYPTON pro
b
The seat post is supplied fully assembled.
1. Unscrew both bolts slightly until the top clamp (a) and the cradle (b) are separated
enough to insert the saddle rail. Do not unscrew the M5 x 40mm screws com-
pletely.
2. Applygreaseonthethreads ofeachM5x 40mm screw,onthesphericalwasherand
on the barrel.
3. Apply carbon paste between the cradle and seatpost.
4. Tighten both M5 x 40mm screws in order to adjust the angle of the saddle and
clamp the rail.
5. Tighten both M5 x 40mm screws to 4Nm.
a
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
44
5Nm
2
6
10Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
HT
T10
T25
2.5
HT
2
HT
2.5
2Nm
5
9.5Nm
5
3Nm
3
HT
5
HT
M5 x 40mm
M5 x 40mm
81843
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
4
4
5Nm
2
6
10Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
HT
T10
T25
2.5
HT
2
HT
2.5
2Nm
5
9.5Nm
5
3Nm
3
HT
5
HT

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8.2 Seat Post Assembly KRYPTON
b
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
44
5Nm
2
6
10Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
HT
T10
T25
2.5
HT
2
HT
2.5
2Nm
5
9.5Nm
5
3Nm
3
HT
5
HT
The seat post is supplied fully assembled.
1. Unscrew both screws slightlyuntilthe top clamp (a) and the cradle (b) are separated
enough to insert the saddle rail. Do not unscrew the bolts completely.
2. Applygreaseonthethreads ofeachbolt, onthe sphericalwasherand onthe barrel.
3. Tighten both bolts in order to adjust the angle of the saddle and clamp the rail.
4. Tighten both screws to 9.5Nm.
a
M6 x 30mm
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
44
5Nm
2
6
10Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
HT
T10
T25
2.5
HT
2
HT
2.5
2Nm
5
9.5Nm
5
3Nm
3
HT
5
HT
M6 x 30mm
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
44
5Nm
2
6
10Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
HT
T10
T25
2.5
HT
2
HT
2.5
2Nm
5
9.5Nm
5
3Nm
3
HT
5
HT
M8 x 35mm

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4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
44
5Nm
2
6
10Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
HT
T10
T25
2.5
HT
2
HT
2.5
2Nm
5
9.5Nm
5
3Nm
3
HT
5
HT
200855
M3 x 8mm
For assistance, visit Park Tool’s website at:
https://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help/rear-derailleur-hanger-alignment
9. Rear Derailleur Hanger Assembly
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
44
5Nm
2
6
10Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
HT
T10
T25
2.5
HT
2
HT
2.5
2Nm
5
9.5Nm
5
3Nm
3
HT
5
HT
Assembling with a direct mount hanger:
1. Install the threaded dropout part (SKU: 100147 or 200919) on the frame.
2. Assemble the rear derailleur hanger (SKU: 100149 or 200921) on the frame with
the flat head torx cap screw M3 x 8 mm (SKU: 200855).
3. Apply a drop of blue threadlocker (no. 242) to the M3 x 8 mm screw threads and
hand-tighten the screw.
4. Use a rear derailleur hanger alignment gauge to align the rear derailleur
hanger.
200855
M3 x 8mm
100147
200919
100149
200921
100148
200920
100147
200919
Assembling with a regular hanger:
1. Install the threaded dropout part (SKU: 100147 or 200919) on the frame.
2. Assemble the rear derailleur hanger (SKU: 100148 or 200920) on the frame
with the flat head torx cap screw M3 x 8 mm (SKU: 200855).
3. Apply a drop of blue threadlocker (no. 242) to the M3 x 8 mm screw threads and
hand-tighten the screw.
4. Use a rear derailleur hanger alignment gauge to align the rear derailleur
hanger.

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10. front derailleur Hanger Assembly
Using a Single Chainring Set-Up:
1. Install the FD plug (SKU: 81240) to cover the hole.
81248
M5 x 16mm
81240
4
4Nm
4
3Nm
3Nm
2
2Nm
3
3Nm
44
5Nm
2
6
10Nm
8
35Nm
2.5
2Nm
2
0.5-1Nm
40Nm
HT
T10
T25
2.5
HT
2
HT
2.5
2Nm
5
9.5Nm
5
3Nm
3
HT
5
HT
Using a Front Derailleur:
1. Apply grease on the threads of both M5 x 16mm bolts (SKU: 81248).
2. Assemble the front derailleur hanger (SKU: 200815 or 200892) on the frame
with the two bolts.
3. Tighten both screws to 3Nm.
200815
200917

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11. 3D Headset Installation
If the 25mm 3D headset is
desired, follow the steps
below. If no 3D headset is
desired, no action is required:
1. Install the 3D headset plastic
sleeve (SKU: 200829) into the top
of the head tube. (Apply grease on
the sleeve)
2. Insert the 25mm headset sleeve
(SKU: 200828). (Apply grease on
the column)
3. Secure the assembly using a head-
set press.
4. Push the 25mm Cap on the column
while aligning the pin in the
frame hole.
As with almost allArgon 18 bikes,
the Krypton provides you with
the benefit of the 3D system. This
system allows for 2 positions:
0mm and 25mm.
200827 (364A)
200823 (365A)
200825 (365B)
200829
200828

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12.1 Cable and housing routing – Mechanical 1X shifting
1. All housing will be under the BB once installed.
2. All housing can be covered by a foam liner over the cable clamp (SKU: 80811).
3. Refer to the Internal Routing Guide on the website for the cable orientation
around the steer tube, this depends on the choice of cockpit.
brake housing
derailleur cable/housing

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12.2 Cable and housing routing – Mechanical 1X shifting
Rear Derailleur:
1. Insert housing from rear hole on the seat stay.
2. Guide the housing under the bottom bracket.
3. Exit the housing through the headtube.
4. Insertthemechanicalgrommet(SKU: 80985)into
the seat stay hole.
Rear Brake:
1. Insert housing from rear hole on the chainstay.
2. Guide the housing under the bottom bracket.
3. Exit the housing through the headtube.
4. Insert the rear brake oblong cable guide (SKU:
80551) into the chainstay hole.
80551
brake housing
derailleur cable/housing
80985
80804
Front Derailleur:
1. Install the FD plug (SKU: 81240) over the two FD
hanger rivets. Refer to page 13.
2. Install the plug grommet (SKU: 80804) in the Di2
seat tube hole and FD housing exit hole.
81240