CITY & E-BIKES

2QUICKASSEMBLYGUIDE

FRYou got this!

FINAL CHECK — TIRESWARNING: Failure to follow the assembly instructions outlinedin this guide could lead to an accident, which could cause serious
injury or death.

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IMPORTANT: This assembly guide is not a replacement for theTrek Owner’s Manual or other instructions required for your bicycle.
The Trek Owner’s Manual contains essential safety informationthat you must read and understand before riding your new bike.
The manual is included in the box and can also be found attrekbikes.com/manuals.

WARNING: You add to the risk of injury if you use your bicycle

in an incorrect manner. Misuse can add stress to the bike andcause the frame or components to break. To decrease your risk ofinjury, use the bicycle in the manner for which it was designed (seethe "Use conditions & weight limits" section in the Trek Owner’s
Manual).
To see the guide and watch the assembly
video, use this QR code:trekbikes.com/how-to-assemble-bike > Citybikes

1

Remove the tools from the tool box.
Parts and tools will vary based on bike model.
Not all tools are provided (such as a tire pump).

5 Nm

7 Nm

Torquewrenches

ExampleAllenwrenchPedal
greasePedalsPedal
wrenchSeat andseatpost

Manuals

You can also findthe manuals online
at trekbikes.com/
manuals.

Nm = tightness
Match the number on thetorque wrench to the etchingon the component.

If you are unsure about the final assembly, take your bike to a Trekretailer for an assembly inspection before riding.

ENWARNING: Use only hardware supplied by Trek to complete theassembly of the bicycle.

ENUNBOXING

2Take the bike out of the box and remove the cardboard
around the fork.
For e-bikes, makesure your e-system isoff before assembly.

EN3

Check the bike for shipping damage and make sure allparts are included. Pay special attention to the fork legs
and the seat stays (both inside and outside surfaces).
If you notice damage or you’reunsure about the initial inspectionof your bicycle, contact Trek
Customer Care at 1-800-585-8735.

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Is the handlebar installed?

Loosen the stem bolts and rotate the handlebar so it'saligned with the front wheel. Then tighten the stem bolts
one half turn at a time — switching between them — until
you feel the tool click.

Stem bolt positions vary by model.

Yes
Go to step

5NoGo to step690°

Go toEN

15EN

HANDLEBAR

6FRONT FENDER

Attach and align the handlebar. Do not fully tighten the bolts(you will adjust the handlebar and tighten the bolts later).
It's okay to let the handlebar hangby the cables for a short time.

7Do you need to install the front fender?

Handlebar

Light bracket

ENMake sure the cables
are not pinched, routed
over the stem, or
between the faceplatesand stem.

YesGo to8

NoGo to10

You may have to install a lightbracket under the handlebar.
EN8

Before removing the fender hardware, take a picture
to help you remember how to reassemble (the fenderconnections will replace the fender tags).

9Attach the fender connections in place of the tag
locations. Fully tighten all bolts.

 WARNING: Only use Trek hardware. Install the fender using all of thefasteners supplied with your bike and in the same position. Do not use
alternate/unauthorized fasteners.

FENDER

Fender tagENEN

FRONT WHEEL

1011

Remove the brake pad spacer.

Remove the axle from the fork mount and remove the forkmount (remember which side you removed the axle from).
You may need to lean the bike against a wall for stability.
Washer may
be included

Brake padspacer

You may have to hold the nut
on the other side to remove.

Fork mount

Do not squeeze the brakes after removing
the pad spacer. This can close the brakepads and make it difficult to reopen them.

Did a nut come loose?

NutYesENSkip to13NoGo to12EN

FRONT WHEEL — THRU AXLE/THRU SKEWER

12FRONT WHEEL — SKEWER AXLE

Grab the front wheel, lift the bike, and insert the frontwheel. Install the axle and tighten until you feel the tool
click or the lever leaves a noticeable impression in thepalm of your hand.

13

Grab the front wheel, lift the bike, and insert the front
wheel. Then install the skewer axle. Hold the leverat about 5 o'clock and tighten the nut until you feel
resistance. Then close the lever with your palm.

If there is agenerator hub,use the pedal
wrench totighten bothnuts. Thenplug in theconnector.

Make sure
you center
the rotor.

After tightening, thelever should leave a
noticeable impression
in the palm of yourhand.

Rotor

SpringSpring
ENGo to15

SpringNut

Close lever infront of fork leg.

EN

RIM BRAKES

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PEDALSRim brakes only — squeeze the brake calipers with yourhands and connect the front brake cable.

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Grease the pedal threads and clean the crank arm
threads (there may be residue from the packaging strap).

Crank arm threads

Caliper

Caliper

Crank arm threads
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TIRES

16

Thread the pedals in by hand — tightening by the nut, not thepedal. Then use the pedal wrench to fully tighten the pedals.

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Inflate both tires to within the pressure range listed onthe tire.

After tightening, the tool should leave a
noticeable impression in the palm of your hand.

Both pedals tighten towards
the front of the bike.

NutSchrader WARNING: The chainring has sharp points. Be careful when working
around the chainring. Failure to do so may result in cut or pinched skin.
ENPrestaOpen valve to inflate.

Close valve after inflating.
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HANDLEBAR
Insert the seatpost and adjust the seat height to yourriding preference. Then tighten the clamp bolt or quick
release lever.

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Now that the front wheel is on, align the handlebar (youmay need to loosen the faceplate bolts).

Adjust the handlebar so thelevers are about 45° to theground.

Center the handlebar
between faceplates.

Make sure to insert
past the minimum
insertion line.

Clamp bolt

In a normal riding position, yourknee should be slightly bent atthe bottom of your pedal stroke.

45°EN

Align the seatwith the top tube.

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Tighten the faceplate bolts one half turn at a time — inan X pattern — until you hear the tool click.

BICYCLE ASSEMBLY CHECKLISTBefore and after your first ride, complete this checklist:
Front fender installed correctly: if applicable? (Steps 9-10)
Front wheel installed correctly? (Steps 12-13)
Pedals installed correctly and tightened? (Steps 15-16)
Tires inflated to correct pressure? (Step 17)

For more detailed
information, see theservice manual on
Trekbikes.com > clickon your bike > Service> Service manual.

Seatpost installed and seat height correct? (Step 18)
Handlebar and stem properly aligned? (Step 19)
Faceplate bolts properly tightened? (Step 20)
Read the Trek Owner’s Manual (included with your bike).
Register your bicycle.
Perform a pre-ride check.
Make sure the gap is equal on
the top and bottom. If the spacing
is unequal, loosen the bolts andretighten them following the order
above.

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Register your bikeat trekbikes.com/
productRegistration/

Watch the Pre-Ride Checkvideo on the Trek Bicycle
YouTube channel.

ENWARRANTY: For information about your bike’s
warranty, please see
trekbikes.com/inside_trek/warrantied_for_life.

QUESTIONS? Please contact your local Trek bikeshop, call Trek Customer Care at 800-585-8735 from
9am – 5:30pm Monday – Friday CST, or chat with us at
trekbikes.com/contactus.

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