Syntace SUPERLOCK User manual

Syntace SuperLock Syntace SuperLock2
Congratulations on the purchase of your new
Syntace SuperLock seatpost clamp.
Please read all instructions carefully as we have included some important information
and helpful tips.
Please be aware that all the components of your bicycle related to your safety have a
“memory like anelephant,” they remember any damage (crashes, overloading, etc.) which
can add up to a shorter lifespan of the component.
We at Syntace have built in a proper amount of “Overload Safety” into all our compo-
nents.
A regular replacement schedule (ie: Every two years), of Syntace parts is, at time of this
writing, not necessary. However, after any crash or impact, especially to your stem or
handlebars, check for signs of fatigue (ie, discoloration, cracks, dents.), and to
determine if the stem or handlebars have bent. At the slightest sign of damage replace
your components!
DANGER: Damaged components should under no circumstance be straightened or
repaired, but immediately replaced. Otherwise the
component may fail and a crash with serious injury may result.
Proper use of Components
The seatpost quick release clamp is suitable for mountain bikes as well as road bikes.
The Syntace SuperLock quick release clamp is designed for use on bike paths, streets and
off-road riding.
Installation & Compatibility
Please check prior to installation of the seatpost clamp if the external diameter of the
seat tube of your frame is one of the below given diameters ±0.2 mm. If necessary,
deburr the upper edge of the seat tube on both the inside and outside.
Available diameters:
Seat tube tube Ø Seatpost Ø
SuperLock 32 32 mm 27,2 mm
SuperLock 35/30.9 35 mm 30,9 mm
SuperLock 35/31.6 35 mm 31,6 mm
SuperLock 38 38 mm 34,9 mm
Attention: Follow the guidelines of the seatpost manufacturer (especially refers to carbon
fibre seatposts)!
TIP: For the latest technical information please visit www.syntace.com
SuperLock Installation
For “scratch-free” assembly to the frame we already use the standard M5 nut as an aid.
Once on the frame, remove nut by sliding it out again.
SUPERLOCK|SUPERLOCK2
The SuperLock quick release can simply be used just like every other seatpost quick
release. Slide the SuperLock together with the seal onto the seat tube. Then slide the
seatpost into the seat tube.
TIP: Please ensure the quick release is aligned properly with the frame (pic), otherwise the
rear of the bike may come into contact with the quick release lever when rear suspension
is compressed, depending on the type of frame. On a Liteville 301 frame, remove the front
shock mounting bolt and carefully fully compress the rear suspension to check the posi-
tion of the SuperLock. Ensure the SuperLock clamping slit is parallel to the frame upper
tube when viewed from above.
Please do never close the SuperLock when the seatpost is removed, as this may lead to a
damaged seat tube.
Close the lever with moderate strength and adjust the clamping force with the knurled
screw such, that it is no longer possible to twist the seatpost with effort. Repeatedly
perform a twist test before tightening the clamp further.
ATTENTION: with carbon seatposts: Do not blindly ``slam´´ the quick release closed.
Mounting the SuperLock on a Liteville frame:
90°
Syntace SuperLock on a Liteville frame Syntace SuperLock2 on a Liteville frame
Note: On a Liteville 301 in frame size XS mount the Syntace SuperLock2 with the lever in
driving direction.
Further Functions of the SuperLock
For a even simpler, quicker operation on the track assemble the SuperLock as follows:
Slide the SuperLock onto the seat tube. Assure the SuperLock is aligned properly.
SuperLock: Drill a hole with a 3.3 mm drill bit through the
provided hole in the rear of the SuperLock and into the seat
tube of the frame (pic).
SuperLock2: Drill a hole with a 4.2 mm drill bit through
the provided hole at the side below the lever of the
SuperLock and into the seat tube of the frame
Deburr the new hole from the inside of the frame with a fine sandpaper to ensure the
seatpost does not get scratched.

Syntace GmbH, Dammweg1, 83342 Tacherting, Germany. Tel. [phone], Fax: 6365. [email protected] , www.syntace.de
With the SuperLock in place on the seat tube, tap a M4
(Superlock2: M5) thread both into the SuperLock and
through the frame in one step (pic).
The SuperLock can now be assembled and with some
fingertip feeling fixed onto the frame with the enclosed
screw (pic).
TIP: When the seat post height is changed the SuperLock does not need to be held as
with conventional seatpost clamps ‚readjusted‘ every time.
Instead: position seatpost on correct height, ensure seat is straight, close the lever and
off you go!
Should you not have completely understood one of the points mentioned in this installa-
tion manual, please don‘t hesitate to contact your local bike shop or simply call Syntace
directly.
Warranty
Instead of the legally required 2 year warranty, Syntace gives 10 years warranty from
date of purchase on all material and manufacturing defects.
Only condition: All components are to be installed and used as outlined in the owner’s
manual.
Within the warranty period faulty components will be assessed by Syntace Germany and
accordingly either repaired or replaced.
The exchange of a Liteville frame within the warranty period occurs free of charge within
the first 5 years warranty, in the 5 -10th year a 50% discount on the respective current
retail price is offered. For the Liteville 101 4x frame we give 3+7 years warranty, downhill
use included.
If you would like to report a warranty case please send the component with a written
explanation to:
Syntace GmbH, Dammweg 1, 83342 Tacherting / Germany
Tel. [phone], Fax: 6365, Email: [email protected]
In addition, we will make a special goodwill-offer to every Syntace or Liteville owner for
misuse or damage - even if you are at fault - due to accident influences (“Bike on roof
rack against garage wall”), even after years of use. With Syntace and Liteville products
you are in good hands, even after you have made the purchase!
Your Syntace Team,
Jo Klieber
Current: 05.05.2011