DAHON Service Manual - Manual (Page 15)

WARNING:
If the hinge is too tight, it could cause tension and damage to the frame.
NOTE:
While adjusting a V-Clamp hinge, turn in increments of 1/16 for the best result in securing the
hinge. Failure to effectively adjust the hinge could result in the hinge being too tight or loose.
The V-Clamp Hinge
There are a several versions of the V-Clamp. Learn how to adjust the V-Clamp with the instructions
provided below. Check your bike to determine which V-Clamp version is being used and apply the
appropriate instructions to the correct V-clamp version.
Adjust the hinge bolt to allow the hinge to open and close with the same amount
of force (39~88 Nm).
The hinge clamp is located completely
in the front of the frame, with the
adjusting nut on the outside. To adjust,
use a 6mm Allen key. Open hinge before you do any
adjustments. Proceed to loosen the
lock nut with a 10mm wrench.
Lock Nut
Only half of the hinge clamp is
located on the back of the frame. To adjust, open the hinge using an
8mm wrench.
Only half of the hinge is located on
the front of the frame. To adjust, open the hinge using an
8mm wrench.
VERSION A
VERSION B
VERSION C
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