Flexx Handlebars System pivot points need to be routinely cleaned and lubed to maintain consistent performance. A step by step video will be up soon to walk you through how to properly maintain your Flexx Handlebar. Below are specific instructions on how to service your Flexx Handlebar. We also offer an in-house service program for your Flexx Handlebars. This service requires you OBTAIN an RA# from us as well as read, print and sign our release form then ship us your bars with the RA# and signed release form. For a fee of $50*+shipping, we will clean and lube your pivot points, as well as install new o-rings, clips, bolts, elastomers, and nuts. Please call or email us for an RA#.
Please note that this is only a clean and lube job, in no way does this make your handlebar stronger, last longer or take away any prior damage/neglect. If your Flexx Handlebar is damaged in anyway we will inform you of the damage and what your options are. We will not return damaged handlebars to you as it is a safety concern and liability to yourself.
Your handles may have some drag or resistance when the elastomer is removed. It is not only acceptable but preferred to have some drag on the handles. Each side of every Flexx Handlebar System is measured with a strain gauge to be sure the resistance of each handle is within our tolerance. If your bar rebounds to its present ride height after being compressed you should be good to go. If you have any questions concerning this please give us a call.
*If your pivot pins are damaged they will need to be replaced. A Pivot Pin kit is an additional $20.
If you have any questions or concerns please give us a call, we are happy to help you.
Tools required:
13mm wrench
6mm allen
c-clip pliers
punch
hammer or press (air hammer is preferred, but not required)
safety glasses
Servicing your Flexx Handlebar can be done on or off the machine. It is easier to do off the machine if you have a proper vise. Be sure if you do place the Flexx Handlebar System in a vise you use plastic jaws or a similar product to protect the Flexx Handlebar from being damaged by the jaws. It is also important to note that whenever working with c-clips that proper safety eyewear is worn. C-clips have a tendency to fly off at warp speed when being removed or installed and although we know you want your Flexx Handlebar to perform as it is intended to it is not worth losing an eye over!
Two key points to remember:
Do not mix the pivot pins up. The left pin needs to go back in the left hole, and the right pin in the right hole. We separate our pins and hone our pivot holes to .0001 of an inch. It is crucial to have proper fitment of each pin. The second key point is do not strike the pivot pin directly with a hammer, press or any other form of tool. A dowel or punch must be used to protect the pivot pin from “mushrooming.” If you do not have a proper dowel or punch to match the pivot pin diameter you can use an old bolt to protect the pin.
Remove the elastomer nuts, slide the bolts back, then remove the elastomers.
Remove the rear c-clips and rear crossbar.
Tap the pivot pins forward slightly which allows easier access to the front c-clips. Remember not to strike the pivot pins directly.
Remove the front c-clips and front crossbar.
Now drive the pins completely out. Again, be sure not to strike or press on the pivot pin directly. Do not mix the pins up.
Clean pivot holes and pivot pins. Remove the old o-rings and replace with new ones.
Lube the pivot pins as well as pivot holes.
Place the pivot pin in the back side of the bar “squarely.” You will know the pin is squarely in the hole when it will not rock easily up, down, or to the side without applying force.
Now tap the pivot pin all the way through the handle out the other side. It is easiest to replace the c-clips if the pin is extended out slightly past the crossbar.
Place one o-ring on the front, outside of each pin, and then place the crossbars on to the pins. The extra 0-ring will keep the crossbars from vibrating. You may need to place an extra o-ring on the back side as well.
Install the front crossbar and c-clips. Carefully tap the pins back until the c-clip is against the crossbar.
Install the rear crossbar and clips. Be sure all of the clips are securely in their designated groove by pulling the crossbars away from each other.
Install nuts, bolts and elastomers.
If you have any questions or concerns please give us a call. (562) 601-8119
