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This manual is intended to assist Cervélo retailers in setting up and customizing the 2019 S5 Disc
bicycle. This manual is not intended for consumer use, and requires the use of the specied tools
to ensure proper assembly.This manual also references proprietary parts available only to retailers
through direct ordering from Cervélo.
Failure to use the specied parts and to follow the supplied assembly instructions may result in a loss
of control while riding and serious injury. This manual is an overview of the steps required to assemble
this bicycle and to make any desired modications as set forth in this manual. This manual assumes
that the retailer has the minimum required background and skill level required of all professional
bicycle mechanics. See https://www.probma.org/
Important Information.................................... 1
List of Tools & Supplies................................. 2
2019 S5 Disc Parts List.................................. 3
Frame Features........................................... 4
Handlebar & Stem Components.............................. 5
Handlebar Components - Stack............................. 6
Handlebar Components - Pitch Adjust...................... 7
Fork & Headset Components................................ 8
Small Parts.............................................. 9
Frame Preparation....................................... 10
S5 Disc Assembly Overview............................... 11
Before You Build........................................ 13
Electric Cable Preparation.............................. 14
Mechanical Cable Preparation............................ 15
Brake Housing Routing................................... 16
Electric Cable Routing.................................. 18
Mechanical Cable Routing................................ 19
Fork Installation....................................... 20
Fork Topper Installation................................ 21
Stem Installation....................................... 22
Stack Adjustment........................................ 23
Stem Fixing Screw Guide................................. 24
Handlebar Installation.................................. 25
Handlebar & Stem - Electric Cable Routing - ............ 26
Handlebar & Stem - Mechanical Cable Routing............. 27
Di2 Battery Installation................................ 28
Electric Cable Installation............................. 29
Mechanical Cable Installation........................... 30
Seatpost Assembly....................................... 31
Seatpost Cutting Instructions........................... 30
Frame Protection Installation........................... 33
Tire Clearance.......................................... 34
Rapid Axle Wheel Installation........................... 35
CER-S5-V2 - 2018-08-24
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
NOTE: Cervélo strongly recommends that
all assembly and adjustment procedures
be performed by an authorized Cervélo
retailer.If you are a Cervélo S5 Disc
consumer/purchaser reading this manual
we suggest that before attempting to
undertake any of the procedures in this
manual that you consult your authorized
Cervélo retailer, or visit us at
www.cervelo.com/support
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