It is non load bearing.
Mtb stem cap torque.
You want the minimum torque to reduce play in the headset.
Same is true for the end cap on a shimano hollowtech ii crankset.
Stems and seatposts help you achieve a proper bicycle fit.
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100 lb in 11 3 nm steerer clamp.
In other words a torque wrench set for 100 in lbs might tighten to 96 in lbs or 104 in lbs.
100 120 lb in 11 3 13 6 nm handlebar clamp.
Once the stem is tightened in place is is purely cosmetic and covers the top of the steerer.
Torque the pinch bolts.
With carbon fiber handlebar.
As others have said the top cap is pre load only.
A mountain bike stem forms a bridge between the steerer and the handlebars.
150 180 lb in 17 20 3 nm handlebar clamp.
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When tightening the headset top cap it must push down on the stem or the spacer above it and not the fork column itself the top cap pushes down on the headset which tightens it up.
A typical torque spec is 4 6 nm.
100 120 lb in 11 3 13 6 nm handlebar clamp.
Mountain bike stems are available in a wide range of lengths with different rises and they are secured to.
Ride with more confidence and comfort with the perfect stem and seatpost for the way you ride.
100 120 lb in 11 3 13 6 nm stem angle adjustment.
Torque wrenches available to general industrial work including bicycle work are typically accurate to plus or minus four percent.